Designed to be carried on the back of an assistant gunner, the field mount for the MG42 Machine Gun could be rapidly unfolded to serve as an adjustable tripod or as the base for an anti-aircraft pintle mount (not included). Marked "1943/fsu 1478" on top with a green paint finish, full elevation and traverse adjustment, integral recoil buffer and optical sight mount. Range chart mounted on the rear, a pair of leather shoulder straps and 2 leather pads on the front leg.

Very good, with mild flaking of the paint, showing a mixed patina on the metal below. The leather shows mild scuffs and dents. Elevation, traverse and firing mechanisms all appear to be in good working order. A perfect companion piece for a vintage MG42 machine gun, a post-War MG2 or a modern semi-automatic model.