Authentic 1940 Manville Gas Grenade Machine Gun 25mm 18inch 18 Rounds

SOLD FOR: $2,000

WOA#: 240208LGCH001WY

Make: Manville Law Enforcement Gas Guns

Model: Tear Gas Machine Gun

Type: 18 Round Gas Grenade Machine Gun

Country: USA

Year of Manufacture: 1940

Serial #: 787

Caliber: 25mm

Markings: The top of the receiver is directly above the rear pistol grip is marked “MANVILLE MFG CO. / PAT. APPLDFOR”. Between the two upper screws is where the serial number is marked “787”. The left side of the front pistol grip is marked “PA- / PATENTED / DES. NO 98775”. The grips are marked on both sides with the Manville “M”.

Mechanics: The mechanics function without error. The spring is strong and the windup mechanism functions smoothly. The rotation of the cylinder is smooth and does not catch or delay. The two screws have clean threading to allow easy disassembly for reloading. The safety works.

Finish: Steel

Overall Length: 18”

Condition: This gas machine gun is in Excellent condition. There are no damages to the barrel or cylinder tubes. The rotation of the cylinder is smooth and the teeth of the rotating wheel are still sharp without wear. All the markings are legible and clear. There are age marks in the metal but no corrosion or oxidation. All screws are accounted for.

This is not a prop or replica. This Gas Machine Gun is authentic. It was purchased from the St Clair County Sheriff’s Department years ago. The