Designed by George Lanchester and manufactured by Sterling Engineering of Essex, the Lanchester Mark I* submachine gun was a close descendant of the German MP28/II; the need for quality combat gear was rather pressing for Britain at this time, and an attitude of "if it works, it works" carried the day with the Mark I*. Big changes include the elimination of select fire operation in favor of a simpler full auto only action (the critical change that distinguishes the MkI* from the MkI), the integration of a closed bolt safety to reduce the danger of an unwanted discharge if the bolt was jostled or snagged, and a permanent bayonet lug for a SMLE knife bayonet. Chiefly used by the Royal Navy, the Mark I and Mark I* provided strong close-in firepower. Blade front and two-leaf rear sights, with the tubular receiver doubling as a ventilated barrel shroud, with the top of the brass magazine well marked "LANCHESTER/Mk.I*/SA. M619/72234". Fitted with a SMLE pattern hardwood stock with a brass buttplate. Included with the lot is an extra magazine.