EleyArms LLC Posted October 11, 2020 Report Share Posted October 11, 2020 (edited) A beautiful piece of history. Developed and introduced in 1917, the 30-06 cal Browning Automatic Rifle is regarded as one of the best shoulder-fired automatic weapons of World War I. By original conception, the BAR was to be used by actively maneuvering infantry units, allowing them to provide their own suppressing fire while advancing across no-man's-land and still be capable of aimed single shots. American infantry doctrine did not embrace the "marching fire" concept, instead focusing on the "squad automatic" concept, favoring man-portable weapons firing from fixed positions in support of defense and maneuver, with later variants of the BAR, the 1918A1 and A2, adjusted to better accommodate this style of combat. A relative late-comer for World War I, the BAR made a good impression on users and allies. Retained in government arsenals following the war, the BAR remained a gold standard of small arms firepower, while also gaining infamy for it's desirability to criminals; famous outlaws Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker were among those who raided government stocks for the BAR and used them to great effect in altercations with the police. On entering World War II, the BAR was America's prime light machine gun, and BAR gunners were a key source of firepower for Army and Marine units. While eventually retired in favor of weapons designed explicitly for the Squad Automatic rifle, the BAR served with dignity for many decades, seeing U.S. use as late as the Korean War. Blade front and folding ladder rear sights, with a plain tubular flash hider threaded to the muzzle, "18" dated barrel, and "eagle head" and "flaming bomb" proofs on some components. The top of the receiver bears the 5-line Winchester nomenclature, with the early "F A S" pattern (semi/full/safe) selector mechanism with the spring loaded catch to keep the operator from accidentally putting the rifle on "SAFE" when switching to full-auto operation. Fitted with a deeply checkered forearm and a smooth pistol grip stock. Included with the lot are 3 magazines, original 1918 cupped ammo belt, BAR oiler and magazine loader. Very good condition. The rifle has been completely reworked by Stan Andrewski and functions flawlessly. The forearm bears a hairline crack and a safe ding on its right side. The stock is in excellent shape without any repairs. Mechanically excellent condition with original internal components bearing a “W” proof mark as shown in the attached photos. This item is restricted as a National Firearms Act (NFA) and is fully transferable. It is also classified as a "Curios or Relic" (C&R) as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11. Price; $49,500 plus shipping and insurance. First buyer to commit in writing, either by email or text, will have priority to purchase. Full purchase price due with order. The only trade considered is a transferable H&K MP5K-PDW. All NFA rules apply. Questions will be answered in writing via email or text. My email is “BAR at eley.us”. Text number is 614-537-3539. Edited April 28, 2021 by EleyArms LLC The gun has sold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Marksman Posted October 11, 2020 Report Share Posted October 11, 2020 Very nice! I have a Pre86 one within 6k of that SN. Mine is no longer in original config, of course, having its last overhaul at RRAD in 65. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sienna Armory Posted October 11, 2020 Report Share Posted October 11, 2020 Bought a transferable M16 variant from Jim a couple months back - solid seller! Buy with confidence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EleyArms LLC Posted October 23, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2020 Anyone interested? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EleyArms LLC Posted November 21, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2020 Still available. Let’s get a dialog started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VE7 Posted December 18, 2020 Report Share Posted December 18, 2020 Just purchased another, but not in original config ... probably can't swing a second one, but am thinking of options ... is this still available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EleyArms LLC Posted December 18, 2020 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2020 Yes, it’s still available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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EleyArms LLC Posted February 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 Yes, still available. You can Text me at (614) 537-3539. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EleyArms LLC Posted April 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 This rifle has been SOLD and is no longer available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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