This is an excellent example of a WWII British MKII STEN submachine gun, that has been assembled using one of the excellent John Norell Arms company's new receiver tubes. These SMGs were the workhorse of the British and United Kingdom forces throughout WWII to include many US, and Free French Resistance forces as well as Allied paratroopers and special operations units. They were produced in several configurations with the MKII being the most widely used and remained in service with the British, Canadian, Aussie and Indian Armies well into the 1970s until they were replaced by the Sterling SMG. They operate in a simple blow-back manner and can be fired in both a semi-automatic and fully automatic mode. These SMGs were originally produced by two primary factories, BSA Shirley, the Royal Ordnance factory at Fazakerley, and also in Canada. This MKII Sten example has a mix of original WWII British and Canadian parts, that are fully proofed and marked that was assembled on a new manufactured, correct DOM steel tubing. The top of the tubing/receiver is stamped "J2063/NORRELL ARMS L.R. ARK.". The top of the magazine well is marked "STEN MKII/LONG BRANCH 1943" with the underside marked "3L1513" (the original Canadian serial number). This example has the desirable wire loop style stock and is complete with one original WWII 20 round stick magazine. NOTE: This is a fully transferable, fully automatic NFA Class III Firearm. Prior to bidding, you are required to check your state and/or local laws as to whether or not you may own this weapon.

Refurbished with 99% of a beautiful dark gray, baked on epoxy type finish, with clear, sharp markings and proofs. This type of finish is very, very durable and will certainly provide years of protective service during firing and use. This is an excellent chance to buy a relatively inexpensive SMG, with original WWII British origins that is fun and cheap to shoot (with the 9mm ammunition) with lots of accessories and parts available on the commercial market.