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MG52A Browning Semi Auto Belt Fed - original 50 caliber - not M2HB - Historic "Short Jacket" 50 Caliber Water Cooled


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Description:
This is a semi-automatic Browning .50-caliber machine gun Model MG52A1 representing one of the earliest production eras of the legendary Browning heavy machine gun lineage which is still being manufactured new as the M2HB in use around the world. This is the original version that  was the "short jacket" water cooled firearms.  These are iconic and the basis of all of 50 calibers that followed.  These early guns trace directly to the work of John Moses Browning during his time collaborating with Colt, when the foundational design that became the M2 was being finalized. If you can legally own a rifle (and your state allows 50 caliber / linked ammo) you can own this firearm. All transfers must be shipped to your FFL as is the case with all firearms.  

Historical Context
John Moses Browning’s .50-caliber design emerged from U.S. military requirements at the end of World War I, intended to defeat aircraft, vehicles, and fortified positions. Early Colt-produced examples from this development period represent the genesis of what would become the longest-serving heavy machine gun in military history. Period photographs exist of Browning personally test-firing early .50-caliber guns, underscoring the hands-on role he played in refining the design that remains in service worldwide over a century later.

This Model MG52A1 semi-automatic example reflects those early mechanical and aesthetic characteristics and is best suited for a serious collector, historical display, or advanced enthusiast.

Condition

  • Solid mechanical and structural condition
  • Appropriate finish wear consistent with period-correct configuration
  • Excellent display presence

Shipping & Sale Terms

  • FOB Dallas, Texas
  • Buyer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and transport costs
  • Any shipping or insurance claims are the sole responsibility of the buyer, including coordination with the carrier

This is an opportunity to acquire a historically significant Browning .50-caliber machine gun, Model MG52A1, tied directly to the earliest Colt production era and the work of John Moses Browning himself. It represents a compelling centerpiece for a curated collection of American military or industrial firearms history.  As a semi auto, this transfers directly to your FFL the same as any other semi auto firearm. 

Contact:   580-651-7013 
Email: dustin_wing@yahoo.com

Rifle Caliber: .50 BMG

Price: $23,500.00
 

MG52 Left Side.jpeg

MG52 Right Side.jpeg

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