September 9, 10, & 11, 2025 Firearms & Militaria
Wonderful high condition specimen of the 1918A2 Browning Automatic Rifle (B.A.R.). U.S. flaming bomb proof with date “2-54” near sight on barrel with “P” proof near the chamber. Features include smooth WWII style wooden fore-end, composite buttstock with flip-up buttplate, bipod, custom muzzle brake, and 3rd pattern gas regulator. One 20 round magazine is included. Top of receiver has standard Group Industries markings and serial number. Small piece of plastic tubing and black tape at gas cylinder and barrel to protect the finish from scratches from the bipod feet when folded. The BAR was an important component of portable firepower within the American infantry squad during World War II. It was highly effective when engaging the enemy, and an iconic American machine gun. NFA Electronic registry indicates, "BROWN, MICHAEL DBA GROUP INDUSTRIES" in the manufacturer's block. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is near excellent smooth gray refinish upon remanufacture with extremely attractive wood, and composite furnishings. Bore is near excellent, shiny & bright. Bolt face is extremely fine. This is a full-auto only machine gun. The Browning automatic rifle is one of the most popular machine guns out on the range, and this one will no doubt bring a lot of enjoyment to the new owner. These early serial range Group manufactured guns are especially nice! THIS IS A NATIONAL FIREARMS ACT ITEM AND REQUIRES BATF APPROVAL PRIOR TO TRANSFER. THIS ITEM IS FULLY TRANSFERABLE ON AN ATF FORM 3 OR 4. JWK 2025-09-206. -
Caliber/Bore
.30-06 Springfield
Manufacturer
Group Industries