This is a very fine example of a rare WWII German MP-38/40 submachine gun produced by the ERMA factory in Dauchau Germany in 1941. They used many wartime stampings combined with limited machined parts to reduce manufacturing time and reduce cost. They were produced by three factories: Erma Werke, Haenel and Steyr. Typically they were called a "Schmeisser"; however, they are actually a "Machine Pistole" which derives from the Germans use of "MP" in their model number, of MP-40. The rear receiver end cap is stamped with: "MP40/ayf 43" and "4091" on the side" preceded by a "WaA254" Waffenamt proof. The left side of the barrel, underside of the barrel nut, receiver tube, folding stock assembly, rear sight, barrel bar and trigger housing are stamped with matching serial number "4091" with some having an appropriate German Waffenamt proof. The bolt is mis-matched and the firing pin assembly is unnumbered. It has the traditional dark brown bakelite grips and the dark red lower receiver cover. This MP-40 is complete with two 30 round stick magazines, both are marked MP-38/40, with one marked with a maker's code of "kur 42" while the other one is marked MGC 68.

Very fine with 95% of a post war dipped blue type finish with minor/light edge and high spot wear overall. The markings are clear and distinct. The bakelite furniture is also in very good condition with a nice original color on both pieces. The lower housing cover has a small stress crack on the front end on each side of the take-down nut. 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.