GUN SPRING 2018
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/21/2018
BERGMANN MP-18.1 SUB MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC). BERGMANN MP18.I 35217 9 MM MODERN; NFA; C&R Cal. 9mm. 8" bbl. This is an exceedingly fine specimen of the MP-18.1 which includes orig leather sling. No Magazine present. Marked on top of receiver "M.P.18.I/SYSTEM/SCHMEISSER" followed by SN. One orig mag present. All matching numbers except for rear sight tension spring and detent latch numbers. Sling has parted at the rear sling swivel but this could be repaired. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. PROVENANCE: The class III weapons formerly on loan to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is extremely fine as refinished. Retains 90% of a dull refinish over scattered pitting on tube and bbl shroud. Mag housing retains more of a high luster finish with some slight areas of light pitting. There are areas overall where the finish is thinning to a gray patina. Buttplate is a light gray metal finish. Crown proof marks visible on top of receiver and on buttplate. Stock has numerous handling marks and a couple small chips on either side of stock with one significant 3/8" chip at very rear of receiver. Mechanics are fine. Bore is shiny and bright with strong rifling with some slight frosting. 52924-3 JWK78 (12,000-18,000)