British, WW2, Bren MKI* Light Machine Gun .303 Calibre, with Bi-pod, Original Box, Cleaning Kit, Dated 1942, Made by Enfield RSAF, Matching numbers, Old Spec Deactivated

*British, WW2, Bren MKI* Light Machine Gun .303 Calibre, with Bi-pod, Original Box, Cleaning Kit, Dated 1942, Made by Enfield RSAF, Matching numbers, Old Spec Deactivated*

This old spec Bren MKI* made by Enfield RSAF in 1942, comes complete with its original box and cleaning kit. It is a great and rare find well marked and in great condition.

Serial Number "U6730", .303" CAl, 24" Barrel, Numerous War Arrows and D within an E stamps for Enfield RSAF.

The Bren was based on the 7.92mm rimless ZB-26 light machine gun made by Ceska Zbrojovka at Brno, Czechoslovakia, but was configured for the standard British .303 rimmed cartridge necessitating the need for the curved magazine. The name “Bren” is derived from the first two letters of Brno and Enfield, the original manufacturers of the Bren.

While best known for its role as the British and Commonwealth forces’ primary infantry LMG in World War II, it was also used in the Korean War and saw service throughout the latter half of the 20th century, including the 1982 Falklands War. Although fitted with a bipod, it could also be mounted on a tripod or be vehicle-mounted.

The Bren Mk 1’s excellence led to its continued use post-war and the development of subsequent variants. It remained in service with various armed forces worldwide for many years. Overall, the Bren Mk 1 is considered an iconic and respected light machine gun, known for its reliability, accuracy and versatility in both offensive and defensive roles.

*Condition*
This is in excellent old spec Bren gun that is in very good condition for its age, without any rust or pitting. There is a small split to the underside barrel by the trigger - see photographs. This gun has been deactivated to old spec and still cocks and dry fires. The magazine can be removed and the cocking lever moves freely. The Box is in good condition. Deactivation certificate included. Please see the pictures as they form part of this report.

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