A variant on the Maxim machine gun, the Model 1908/15 was a go-to standard for the German Army during World War I, deployed to great effect across countless miles of trench work, turning avenues of approach into deadly obstacles. While still a beefy, water-cooled monster, the MG.08/15 had improved tactical mobility with the use of a simplified solid bipod and buttstock assembly instead of the large "sled" field mounts of the day, trading off the stability and versatility of the mount for the ability to adjust angle and reposition much faster. Blade front and tangent rear sights, with a combination flash hider and recoil booster on the front of the water jacket, a checkered hardwood pistol grip and a fixed hardwood buttstock. The arsenal marks and "1918" date are present on the top cover, with the charging handle on the right side, the tension adjustment mechanism on the left, and a safety switch next to the pistol grip. Mostly matching serial numbers visible on components including on the left of the buttstock, with a few non-matching numbered small parts. Includes two original 100-round belt drum magazines, steel bipod, canvas ammunition belts and an extra 7.92 mm Mauser barrel with a leather barrel case.

Very fine, with 70% plus original blue finish, showing scattered areas of brown patina, mild spotting and handling marks, and sharp markings. Some mixed numbered components are present. The wood is fine, with mild scattered dents and scratches, and defined edges and serial number stamping. Mechanically excellent. The included extra barrel is 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.