This is a unique semi-automatic only copy of the very desirable WWII MG-34 machine gun that was manufactured by the TNW Company of Vernonia, Oregon. This weapon has the same outward appearance, weight and feel as an original fully automatic MG, only it fires in the semi-automatic mode. It utilizes a combination of original WWII MG-34 parts combined with some new-made commercial parts and a fully machined receiver that fires in a closed-bolt semi-automatic mode only. It has a air cooled shrouded barrel with original waffenamt proofed parts including folding blade front sight and folding steel bipod, the top cover, feed tray, and buttstock components. Fitted with a serrated bakelite grip and walnut buttstock. With "HK" marked MG53 tripod. With extra 8 mm barrel and extra 7.62 mm NATO barrel.

Very good with 98% (TNW) blue finish, some areas of edge wear and handling marks, small dings and scratches throughout, and traces of mild spotting. The grip has small dings throughout, and the buttstock shows cracking on both sides with dings and dents overall. Mechanically very good. Tripod is good with areas of flaked and chipped paint, some oxidation and storage and handling wear overall.