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Lot 3461:Ithaca Gun Co M3 Machine gun 45 ACP

September 11th, 2015|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3461:Ithaca Gun Co M3 Machine gun 45 ACP

September 11th, 2015|Rock Island, IL
Estimated Price$6,500 - $9,500
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Excellent Ithaca M3A1 Sub-Machine Gun, BATFE "Sales Sample" Registered Machine Gun with Extra Magazines and Components

Developed circa 1941-1942, the M3 was inspired by the British Sten SMG. Using the maximum amount of machine stamped components, the M3 could be made significantly faster (and by extension less expensively) than the M1 Thompson. In 1944 the "A1" variant was introduced, further refining and simplifying the design. Though withdrawn from overall service in 1957, the M3A1 was still issued to vehicle crews as late as the First Gulf War, and examples upgraded with modern mounting rails and suppressors are being issued to members of the Philippine Marines. Fixed blade front and peep rear sights, with a combination dust cover and safety on top, a shielded magazine release button on the left side, and the nomenclature, address, and serial number on the magazine well. The grip is stamped in a checkered pattern, with a built-in oiler, a green canvas sling, and a telescoping wire stock that also serves as a loading and disassembly tool. Included with the SMG is an extra barrel, a spare bolt, three extra magazines and one transparent plastic magazine cover.

ConditionNear mint with 98% of the parkerized finish showing some light scratches on the barrel and mild handling marks overall. The accessories are in equal condition. Mechanically excellent. NOTE: This item is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco. Firearms and Explosives as a Machine Gun to be used as a Sales Sample; it is not a "fully transferrable" machine gun. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to understand and comply with relevant federal, state and local laws that regulate or forbid ownership of this item.
Details
ManufacturerIthaca Gun Co
ModelM3
TypeMachine gun
Serial number
ClassClass III
Caliber / Gauge45 ACP
Barrel8 inch round
Finishparkerized
Stockmetal

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2171
Catalog page170
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