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Lot 2505: English Mark III Sten Class III 'Sales Sample' Submachine Gun

English Mark III Sten Class III/NFA "Sales Sample" Submachine Gun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 6, 2017

Lot 2505: English Mark III Sten Class III 'Sales Sample' Submachine Gun

English Mark III Sten Class III/NFA "Sales Sample" Submachine Gun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 6, 2017

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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English Mark III Sten Class III/NFA "Sales Sample" Submachine Gun

Manufacturer: English
Model: Mk III
Type: Machine gun
Gauge: 9 mm para
Barrel: 7 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: steel
Item Views: 8307
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 239
Class: Class III
Description:

Fixed blade and peep sights, the former resting on the rib formed by the top welding, with "STEN M.C. MKIII" and "LB/B0450" on the magazine well. Properly equipped with a tube steel buttstock.

Rating Definition:

Fine as refinished with 70% of the blue finish remaining. Patches of shallow pitting are scattered throughout and under the blue, with high point and edge wear, scratches, and some oxidation. Mechanically very fine. NOTE: This weapon is a restricted, National Firearms Act (NFA) Class 3, Fully Automatic Weapon, that is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 478. This weapon is currently registered as being "LIMITED TO USE AS A SALES SAMPLE (Pre-86)" and as such can only be purchased by an FFL, with a Class 2 or Class 3 SOT License.



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