This MAS Model 1949-56 MSE (Modified St. Etienne) sniper configured variant resembles the 900 reportedly made in 1971 by St. Etienne specifically for international competition shooting by French military teams, utilizing a refurbished Model 1949-56 rifle with sniper upgrades. Originally manufactured c. 1957-1965, the MAS 1949-56 was used in various French conflicts around the world. This example is fitted with a post-1966 FR-F1 type sniper buttstock assembly with pistol grip, and a 3.85 power APX L.806 scope numbered "No16.233" on the tube. Matching number "G17878" marked on the receiver, top cover, and left wrist of the buttstock. Import mark and boxed "P66" and "P68" rebuild stamps on the left side of the receiver. Includes a brown leather sling, a brown leather scope case, small tools, extra scope lenses, a French sniper lapel pin, compass multitool, and various manuals. Note: This item is restricted under various state-level assault weapons bans and cannot be sold or transferred to residents of CA, CT, DE, HI, IL, MD, NJ, NY, and WA. Please check your local laws and regulations prior to bidding.

Very fine as arsenal refurbished and upgraded to sniper configuration, retains 99% parkerized finish. The wood is also very fine with minimal handling evidence. Mechanically excellent. Scope is also very fine, with some minor edge wear and spotting on the base, and crisp clear optics.