Ice House M1919A4 30 Cal. 22” Semi-Auto Rifle Excellent WWII Repro 1919
SOLD FOR: $5,076.00
LSB#: WY240726JS005
Make: Ice House Manufacturing Rome N.Y.
Model: 1919 A4
Serial Number: 070919
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .308 / 7.62×51
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Right side plate of the receiver is marked “No. 070919 U.S. INSP. /BROWNING SEMI AUTO GUN / U.S. CAL 30 M1919A4 /MFG BY ICE HOUSE MFG. ROME N.Y.”.
Rear sight is marked “METERS” also “MILS” and the numbers “1-24” on the rear flatand on the side the mils are marked with “0-60” in intervals of 10. Underneath the rear sight is marked “SG”
The left side of the receiver is marked “7.62n”, also on the bottom edge “M”.
The bottom of therifle is marked “D8259 RIA”
The muzzle is marked “nn3.15”
The Traversing and Elevation mechanism accessory is marked with numbers in intervals of 50 on its center rod and the dial is marked in intervals of 5.The T&E is sealed in a bag.
The tripod’s traversing bar is marked with numbers in intervals of 100, starting at zero in the middle and going left and right to 400.
The mount is painted black.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a flip up blade and the rear sight is an adjustable aperture on a sliding leaf with a backup “peep” notch for backup rear sights. Rear sight is marked “METERS” also “MILS” and the numbers “1-24” on the rear flatand on the side the mils are marked with “0-60” in intervals of 10. Underneath the rear sight is marked “SG”
Stock Configuration & Condition: The pistol grip is checker metal grip with zero surface wear. The single trigger is found on the back plate, just in front of the pistol grip with a safety nut that one turns to impede firing. The threads on all parts are sharp and adjustable. The grip rates in about excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.10/10 bore rating on both barrels in this writer’s opinion.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: One wooden crate for shipping and storage; The crate is for the 1919A4 firearm. Included with it is its;
Tripod.
An extra 308 barrel, In a canvas sleeve marked “COVER SPARE BARREL M9 D30674/ KENWOOD MFG CO K.C. MO.”
The Traverse and Elevation mechanism,
A sealed copy of the Browning 1919A4 Overhaul Manual,
A Spare Parts Roll /Tool Pouch marked “SPARE PARTS ROLL M13” and also each pouch is numbered 1-9.
A Green Canvas Bag marked “ BAG EMPTY CARTRIDGE / 1005 550 72/MFP”
Our Assessment: No one wants to lug around 103 lbs of metal, water, and ammunition on a battlefield, but that’s what many US GI’s in World War I were stuck with: the 1917 Water-cooled Browning Machine Gun. Unfortunately for our forces, the much improved and much lighter M1919 wouldn’t come to fruition until after the Great War ended but it would see long term use throughout World War II, Korea, and into Vietnam.
This ICE HOUSE 1919 A4 is built with a new right side plate, the part legally considered a “firearm” under US law, but uses original, vintage US GI parts on a new receiver made in a semi-auto configuration. Just like the original 1919’s, these firearms are hefty, durable, and reliable, three things that make for an outstanding and memorable day at the range.
With the accompanying tripod and Traverse & Elevation accessory, and plethora of extras you could get some of your friends, or even total strangers at the range, together and recreate the historic 5-man crew needed to run this platform. Throw in some olive drab uniforms and you’re on your way to every military historian’s dream reenactment. This 1919’s parts still have their like-new stiffness and is just begging to be taken out and put through its paces. You just need to bid on it and add it to your arsenal! So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition in our high quality photos. Good luck on your bid. -K.F.
