MA & T U.S. Government Model 1919 A4/A6 Semi-Auto .30-06 SPRG 24″ Rifle
SOLD FOR: $4,787.00
LSB#: LSB251005KD002
Make: MA & T, Inc.
Model: U.S. Gov’t Model 1919 A4 / A6
Serial Number: 000141
Year of Manufacture: Modern Production
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Belt-Fed Machine Gun Style Rifle
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked “NO. 000141 / U.S. GOV’T MODEL 1919 A4 / A6 / GUN, SEMI-AUTO CAL. .30 / MFG. BY MA & T, INC. VERNONIA, OR.” Additional internal and component markings include ordnance-style part numbers and inspection stamps consistent with 1919-pattern construction. All markings remain legible with light handling wear.
Barrel Length: 24 inches
Sights / Optics: The rear sight is a ladder-type tangent sight with elevation graduations, mounted on the receiver top plate. The front sight is a adjustable folding blade. The sights appear intact and serviceable.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The firearm is fitted with an A6-style metal buttstock assembly. The stock exhibits light handling wear and a uniform gray finish consistent with the rest of the assembly.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Not applicable. This firearm is belt-fed.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original to this semi-automatic build
Bore Condition: The bore appears bright with visible rifling.There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: Approximately 90% percent of finish remains. The parkerized surfaces show scattered handling marks, edge wear, and light surface scuffs consistent with assembly, handling, and storage. There is light-mild operational wear. Markings remain clear with no visible cracks or structural concerns. Overall condition rates Very Good.
Mechanics: The action cycles smoothly by hand. The top cover opens and closes correctly, and the feed mechanism appears intact. This is a semi-automatic firearm. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Comes with its cradle.
Our Assessment: This MA & T, Inc. U.S. Government Model 1919 A4/A6 semi-automatic rifle is a civilian-legal representation of one of the most iconic American machine guns of the twentieth century. John Moses Browning’s 1919 design served extensively from the interwar period through World War II and Korea, earning a reputation for sustained fire capability, mechanical robustness, and battlefield reliability.
Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, this example reflects the cartridge most closely associated with U.S. military service use of the 1919 platform. The 24-inch barrel, perforated barrel jacket, ladder rear sight, and A6-style stock preserve the unmistakable silhouette and mechanical presence of the original service guns while operating in semi-automatic form.
This rifle presents as a strong display and shooting piece for collectors of U.S. military firearms and belt-fed enthusiasts. Its configuration, condition, and clearly marked MA & T, Inc. manufacture make it a compelling centerpiece that captures the historical gravity and enduring appeal of the Browning 1919 pattern. Please see our high resolution photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
