"DS JOHNSON ISRAEL 1948 MACHINE GUN PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE. SN 2668. Cal. 7.92. This post WWII version of the Johnson light machine gun was one of Israel's first efforts at a homegrown LMG. Ultimately chambered in .303 this fine specimen, also known as the "DROR" is a 7.92mm variant. Rifle utilizes unique tubular stock and steel butt plate similar to the Johnson arms 1946 model. Wooden 2-pc pistol grip. Wooden carry handle mounted on steel ventilated bbl shroud. 4" ventilated bbl shroud continues past front sight block but is composed of a Bakelite type material with smaller circular perforations then the steel bbl shroud. Folding bipod directly under front sight block. Front sight is drift windage adjustable hooded blade type, and rear sight is ladder type peep. PROVENANCE: Stern Collection. CONDITION: This very rare and unique DROR light machine gun is in fine condition. Bakelite bbl shroud is completely undamaged and all exposed metal surfaces appear to retain the vast majority of their orig finish. Bore is brigth and shiny and rifling is deep. Action appears to function correctly when cycled by hand. Inscription on rear of receiver with electric pencil says "8mm-Israel." All numbers appear to be matching. It is believed although undocumented to us, that this firearm may have accompanied the other rare Johnson machine guns included in this collection in the Winchester museum at some point. 4-34584 JZ75 (18,000-25,000)"
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