C&R French MAS MLE 49/56 .308 20″ Semi-Auto Rifle & Grenade Launcher
SOLD FOR: $1042.76
WOA#: WY230308JH001
Make: MAS
Model: MLE 1949-56
Serial Number: G21089
Year of Manufacture: 1960-1962
Caliber: 308 (7.62mm)
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Left side of receiver marked “G21089” and “MAS MLE 1949-56 CAL 7,5 .308”. The rear of the receiver is marked, “G1600”. Top of the barrel is marked with intervals “9-19” and the top of the rear sight is marked from “1-12.” The rear right side of the receiver is marked “CAI ST ALB VT FRANCE”. The top of the BCG is marked, “H PQ”. The barrel is marked, “20915”.
Barrel Length: 20” with the fixed flash hider
Sights / Optics: The front sight is post sight with protective ears along with a grenade launching sight. Has an adjustable elevation peep rear sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is 3 piece wood with a nylon handle on the bolt carrier. The stock features a metal buttplate. The LOP measures 12.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock. Side of the receiver has rails for adding accessories. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition. The 3 piece wood stock has minimal compression marks and scratches.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Factory Refurbished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is clear. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows loose storage wear all over the receiver on both sides as well as on top of the BCG. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition for a C&R rifle.
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: This rifle comes with a total of 3 original magazines and its original leather sling all in Very Good-Excellent condition. The springs are strong and the leading edges are sharp.
Our Assessment: Oh la la! A mil-surplus that some might call the ugly step-sister of the M1 Garand or M1 Carbine, this rifle offers flexibility with its lightweight build, detachable magazine, and rifle grenade launcher. Based on the marks on this firearms, it was rearsenaled to the 7.62 Nato .308 caliber. The MAS MLE 1949 was the standard infantry rifle for the French military from 1956-1979 before it was replaced with the now notorious FAMAS. These rifles are one of the longest running rifles to date as they were initially developed during WWI as the MAS 40. The 1949/56 is the final iteration of the MAS evolution and the time and battle tested development makes these particular rifles some of the most successful rifles in firearms history. The final stage in its evolution was the need to adapt to modern combat. War had changed since WWII to the peak of the Cold War. Enemies were no longer exclusively on the ground, but were held up in buildings, helicopters, and vehicles. The result was a much shorter barrel to its predecessor as well as a NATO standard 22mm internal diameter grenade launcher with a new gas cut off system. These are sturdy, versatile, and easy to maintain in less-than-stellar environments, which are three key things gun owners want in their firearms and three things that the MAS MLE 49/56 offers. Don’t miss this chance to add this exemplary and historically rich rifle to your collection! It comes with 3 magazines and its original leather sling which makes this all the more desirable. PLease see specs below and happy bidding!