Manufactured in Germany and later rebuilt (consignor supplied information suggests that Charles Erb did the work), this is a solid representative example of the MP43/1 assault rifle. The German "sturmgewehr" (literally: assault rifle) line of weapons helped to define the intermediate caliber selective fire infantry rifle for the 20th and 21st centuries. Blade front and tangent rear sights, with the "cos" marking on the underside of the frame, serial number on the left side of the magazine well, and the model marking on the left side over the charging handle. Matching numbers are present on the receiver, trigger housing, gas piston, bolt and stock iron. Fitted with a ventilated metal forearm, ribbed pistol grip panels, and a hardwood buttstock. Magazine absent.

Fine as rebuilt/refurbished, with 95% of the current arsenal quality blue finish, showing areas of pitting beneath the surface, a few small patches of rust, mild edge wear and light handling marks. Mild dents and scuffs are visible on the wood. Mechanically excellent. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms Act (NFA), fully transferable Class 3, which is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, (BATFE) that is classified as a "Curios or Relic" as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11. These weapons are still subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479.