SUBMACHINE GUN, Schmeisser, MP 38, German
W1970.164
Bore is rifled with round barrel shape, fore sights are a covered blade and rear sights are 'U', adjustable hinged leaf. calibre is 9mm and the charge/ projectile is 9mm round. Ignition is centre fire and the action is gas operated. Folding butt.
MP (Maschinenpistole) .38 with 32 round circular magazine (NB. sighted 1/7/1981 but with straight magazine).Magazine MP38U40.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | W1970.164 |
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| Accession Date: | 5 Dec 1961 |
Measurement
| length | 830mm |
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| length | 580mm | barrel |
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