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Circa 1947 French Military MAS Model 45 .22LR Training Rifle w/ Sling ** Original French Army Trainer **
Guns International #: 101213544 Seller's Inventory #: M19-
Category: Military Rifles - Trainer Rifles - Rimfire European Rifles
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
This all-original post-WW2 MAS Model 45 .22 caliber French Army training rifle is a very nice piece and is complete with the original factory magazine and sling. The MAS Model 45 rifle design was based off of the Mauser Obendorf KKW training rifle of Nazi Germany. The MAS 45 actually employed the same bolt and receiver as the Mauser KKW, but the stock, barrel, and sights were redesigned to French specifications. Because the French government was in control of the sector of Germany in which the Mauser firm was located, the French Government had Mauser Obendorf make the initial run of Model 45 rifles. These very first rifles had both the Mauser banner AND the MAS logo on the receiver. In late 1945 the French military had the machinery moved to France to the state-run arsenal, Manufacture d'armes de Saint-Etienne, where production was resumed until sometime in 1948 when the model was discontinued. These rifles made in France had only the MAS logo on the receiver. The MAS Model 45 was a very high-quality .22 caliber training rifle, and served the French Army well for many years training their troops as marksman. The MAS Model 45 quickly earned a reputation for being extremely accurate and very well made. When the Model 45 hit the surplus market a number of them were imported into the States, where they have become quite collectible as both a historical "military rifle" and great shooter. This particular rifle is in good condition overall and in excellent condition mechanically. The original factory parkerized finish is still intact and in good shape but needs a thorough cleaning, as the original cosmoline it was stored in has dried and gotten into the pores of the parkering. This can be seen in the pictures provided. The bore in this MAS Model 45 is superb. The bore is bright and clean with no pitting, erosion, or imperfections visible. The rifling is still prominent throughout the length of the 24" inch barrel with nice sharp lands and gooves. The bolt, which is numbered to match the rifle on the stem of the bolt handle, is nice and smooth when worked and turns into battery perfectly. All of the controls on this MAs are in perfect working order. The original hardwood stock on this Model 45 Trainer is in excellent condition and free from any cracks, chips, or repairs. It has the original factory hardware in place in excellent condition, and has not been sanded or altered since leaving the factory. If you have been looking for an interesting new addition for your gun collection or military weapons collection, this circa-1947 French Army MAS Model 45 .22LR Trainer would be a great choice. These Model 45's seem to be harder and harder to find each year and appear to be an excellent long-term investment.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: MAS (French State Arsenal - Manufacture d'armes de Saint-Etienne)
Model: Model 45 Military Training Rifle
Serial Number: F 19277
Caliber Info: .22 Long Rifle
Bore: Excellent
Condition: Very Good
Manufacture Date: 1947