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machine-gun (hmg)

On display
human history
  • Other Name

    Maxim MG 08 .303 machine gun

    Maxim Nordenfelt MG 08

  • Description

    Maxim Nordenfelt '08, .303 inch (7.92mm) calibre machine gun

    Maxim Patent 1896 [Mark II)

    Maxim Gun Calibre .303. Converted Mark. I. No 5698

    .303 inch (7.92mm) calibre; recoil operated; water cooled; with tripod & pins

    markings:

    serial number on MG (matching numbers): 5698

    on lock: 5698A

    on body, top cover, , water jacket and belt feed: 5698

    barrel and lock stamped: EFD

    maker's name: MAXIM NORDENFELT / GUNS & AMMUNITION CO LTD / MAXIMS PATENT / 1896

    Enfield proof and view marks

    tripod: markings on tripod: NZD 1915 / COW / C29648

    manufacturer Maxim Nordenfelt Guns & Amm. Co. 1896

  • Place
  • Associated Place
  • Other Id

    W0628 (war)

    354442 (police firearm registration number)

    A7126 (arms)

  • Department
  • Display Room

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