TNW Inc. Browning HG M2 M2HB .50 Cal Semi-Auto Belt-fed Ma Deuce
SOLD FOR: $14,050.00
WOA#: WY240722TA013
Make: TNW Inc.
Model: Browning Machine Gun HB, M2
Serial Number: 000494
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .50 BMG Cal
Action Type: Belt-fed, Short-Recoil, air-cooled
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked with the TNW logo and “U.S. GOVERNMENT MODEL HB M2 SEMI AUTO 50 CALIBER VERONIA OR. SER. NO. 000494”. The charging handle is marked “335”.
The top of the cover is marked “FABRIQUE NATIONALE D’ARMES DE GUERRE S.A. HERSTAL-BELGIUM”.
The underside of the cover is marked “1378178”, “6”, “K”, and “G64278-10”. The bolt group is marked “REAR-RIGHT”, “C-77408”, “C-4065-21”, “A C B147461-1”, and “L”,”R”. The trigger is marked “AGE” and “D”.
The barrel is marked “B.Q.”, “D-28253-A-6”, “P”, “14”, “7”, and “A.B.Q.”. The
Barrel Length: Approximately 45in
Sights / Optics: The gun has a leaf-type rear sight, graduated in both yards and mils for ranges from 100 to 2,600 yards, and from 0 to 62 mils. A windage knob permits deflection changes of 5 mils right or left of center. The front sight is a semi-fixed blade type with cover.
Grips and Tripod: This gun has a back plate with spade grips, trigger, and bolt latch release. The grips show some wear from use and storage but are in Great condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized, Painted, and Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. 10/10 bore rating on this barrel in this writer’s opinion
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows very little wear. The screw heads are sharp and serviceable. The markings are crisp. 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: none
Our Assessment: What can we say, this legendary Browning M2 Machine Gun speaks for itself. The gun was designed in 1918 and has been used since 1933 by 100 nations. There haven’t been many improvements to the system over the years because if it works, don’t fix it. General John “Black Jack” Pershing needed a larger and more potent version of the M1917/1919 .30 cal and Mr. John Browning answered the call. Cooler still, Browning didn’t even take a royalty basis deal, instead he took a flat $750,000 and it was considered a gift to his country. Bottom line is, ammo might break the bank, its weight will definitely break your back, finding a place to shoot it can be difficult, and every American absolutely needs one. Take this opportunity to make this one yours! Good luck my fellow Americans and God Bless the USA! 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.