Guns International #: 101217792
Seller's Inventory #: M19-822
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Guns International #: 101217792
Category - Military Rifles - Non-US
- Military Arms
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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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Circa 1958-60 French Military MAS 49/56 Self-Loading Rifle in .308 Winchester w/ Bayonet
** Nice Clean .308 Conversion ** SOLD
Description: The French MAS Model 49/56 in 7.5 French caliber was adopted by the French Army in 1956 as an improved version of the Model 49 that was already in service. Using the lessons learned in Indochina and Algeria several areas of the MAS 49 were redesigned. The result was called the MAS 49/56 and features a gas-operated semi-automatic action (same as MAS 49), a shortened 20.7" inch barrel, a 10-round detachable box magazine, provisions for a detachable blade bayonet, and a integral NATO standard grenade launcher. The shorter barrel length of the 49/56 made the rifle much more maneuverable, while the rifle retained the proven heavy duty machined receiver of the MAS 49. The factory iron sights are robust and adjustable, with the rear peep-style sight adjustable from 200 meters out to 1200 meters with a push-button slide. The ten round box magazines were well-made and robust as well, with the magazine attaching to the rifle via a retention clip mounted on the magazine rather than the rifle itself. The bolt locks open on an empty magazine, which can either be replaced by a full mag or topped-off with stripper clips using the clip-slot on the bolt. The integrated grenade launcher on the MAS 49/56 was well designed, with the flip-up sighting system also functioning as a gas cut-off to the action, and an adjustable collar/gas seal on the barrel that controlled the distance it would lauch the grenades. The MAS 49/56 served the French Army well, proving to be reliable, well-made, and sufficiently accurate for a main battle rifle. The MAS 49/56 had a very long service life in the French Army, serving thru the Vietnam War period all the way until 1978 when it was replaced with the select-fire FAMAS bullpup rifle. In the late 1980's and into the 1990's the French sold these rifles as surplus, at which time many were imported into the United States. Like this example, many of these rifles were converted by the importers to 7.62 NATO/.308 Winchester because French 7.5 ammunition was hard to find and expensive. This particular rifle was imported and converted to .308 Winchester by Century Arms International, and is in great shape overall. The serial number of this rifle is G 58155, which means it was manufactured sometime between 1958 and 1960. The finish on this MAS is original arsenal parkerizing as the rifle shows 2 French Arsenal reworks in 1983 and 1987 (rework stamps on left side of receiver). The bore is in good shape on this MAS 49/56 overall and should shoot great. The rifling still looks nice and sharp with bright lands, but the grooves are "frosted" with some light pitting. The original factory hardwood stock set is in great condition overall. Both the forearm and buttstock are free from any cracks, major damage, or repairs, only showing some minor handling marks and dings/scratches typical of an issued military rifle. All of the controls on this MAS are in perfect working order and the action goes into battery perfectly without assistance. We have no doubt that this MAS 49/56 will be a blast to shoot! This MAS comes with an original French Military bayonet for this rifle in excellent condition and complete with the original scabbard. The scabbard even still has the French Military property label on the back of the belt loop (pictured). If you have been looking for an interesting and cool new addition to your military weapons collection this vintage French MAS 49/56 would be an excellent choice. These rifles are getting harder and harder to find in good condition and seem to be appreciating in value each year, so not only would this rifle be fun and economical to shoot but it should perform well as an investment too. SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Manufacturer: MAS (French State Arsenal - Manufacture d'armes de Saint-Etienne) Model: Model 49/56 Serial Number: G 58155 Caliber Info: .308 Winchester / 7.62 Nato Bore: Good Condition: Very Good Manufacture Date: 1958 to 60 Extras: w/ Original French Military Bayonet |
Guns International #: 101217792
Seller's Inventory #: M19-822
Guns International #: 101217792
Seller's Inventory #: M19-822