Used for training the Tommys how to properly assemble, disassemble, load, and service the Vickers machine gun. All of the major components have been stamped "DP" to show that this is not a serviceable weapon and is designated entirely for "Drill Purpose". Fixed blade front and adjustable rear peep sights, fixed short range peep sight, fluted water jacket, standard British proofs and military acceptance marks, wood grips, and checkered push button "trigger". The cocking handle does cycle. The barrel has been welded closed at the breech. Includes a green painted cast brass tripod marked "MOUNT. TRIPOD. M.G. MK. IV." on the right side with full traverse and elevation adjustment and one 250 round canvas ammunition belt with brass tabs.

Very good. Much of the blue finish remains on the modern replacement side plates with some cycling marks. The original components have most of the original blue with dings and scratches throughout, some light spotting, and most of the original green paint on the water jacket. The tripod is also fine with repainted legs, half of the original green paint on the main body, and scuffs and scrapes throughout. The elevation and traverse adjustments function properly.