Manufactured in China starting in the 1930s, the Type 24 is a close copy of the German MG08, though with some improvements for ease of operation and handling. The barrel is shrouded with a large green water jacket, which also serves as the mounting point for the blade front sight and the recoil booster assembly with detachable cone flash hider and fragmentation shield. The top cover on the receiver is fitted with a conventional Maxim flip-up rear sight as well as a flip-up fixed notch sight that corresponds roughly to the "19" position on the adjustable staff, possibly for use with an anti-aircraft sight, and the cover is marked "53-7.62/12-01/2981". The importer's mark is present on the right side plate above the cocking lever, and the burst selector on the opposite site is decorated with a brass plate bearing a prominent swastika. A set of smooth spade grips are mounted on the rear, with a manual safety switch in place of the spring-loaded switch typically seen on Maxims and an elongated trigger assembly that can be operated by virtually any combination of fingers. Included with the gun is a field tripod with collapsible front legs, hinged seat and knee rests, and a brass data plate on the elevation mechanism with another prominent swastika, as well as a number of cartridge belts (metal and canvas, unloaded) as well as a cased belt loading tool.

Very good as refurbished overall. The water jacket shows a refurbished green paint finish with a few light scuffs, and the bluing is strong on the other components, showing a few areas of brown patina. A few dings are visible on the grips, which are otherwise good. The tripod is very good, with stiff adjustments on the traverse and elevation components and mild wear. The loading tool is untested, and the belts show staining, spotting and wear appropriate to age and use. Mechanically very good. NOTE: This is a fully automatic firearm, registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives as a Class III Weapon, and it is the sole obligation of the bidder to understand and comply with all laws and restrictions which apply in their place of residence.