Originally developed in the last years of World War II, the Sterling SMG replaced the STEN gun from the 1950s into the 1990s. Blade front and two-leaf peep rear sights, full length ventilated handguard, Sterling model nomenclature and serial number on the magazine well, and "STERLING ARMAMENT, ENGLAND/LAW ENFORCEMENT, ATHENS GA" on the right side of the trigger housing. The trigger group is equipped with an "A R S" (full-auto, semi-auto, safe) selector, with single recoil spring, a checkered quick release grip, and an underfolding metal stock. With green canvas web sling. Magazine absent.

Excellent overall. 99% original textured black finish remains with a few small handling marks and some small dings and scratches on the grip. Mechanically excellent. 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.