WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

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WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Wed Nov 15, 2017 12:02 pm

looking for a slightly used, in good mechanical condition 1918 BAR in semi auto such as the ohio ord model. have ww2 us and german items to trade, some weapons, or will pay cash.

pm and i'll provide email and phone nember
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by wreckless » Fri Nov 17, 2017 2:32 pm

There is one on GB now item# 717493168
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Fri Nov 17, 2017 8:06 pm

Thanks. been watching it and spoke with the dealer on the phone. promising.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by wreckless » Sat Nov 18, 2017 5:48 am

Good luck, they are beautifully handcrafted weapons. I can’t imagine parting with mine.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Sun Nov 19, 2017 5:15 am

I can see why you are attached to it. I'll keep looking. :?
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Fri Dec 01, 2017 4:37 pm

found one. will post pics when it arrives. now to find a decent m48 dash mount.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by wreckless » Fri Dec 01, 2017 5:55 pm

Congrats
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Fri Dec 01, 2017 5:59 pm

ty

cant wait to fire it
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by wreckless » Fri Dec 01, 2017 6:34 pm

I found that mine shoots more accurately with the bipod left attached.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Thu Dec 21, 2017 2:15 pm

Finally, Mission Accomplished! 9 Mags, spare parts, leather 1943 dated pouch, Boyt 42 belt and a few more accessories. Original Boyt sling not yet attached.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Thu Dec 21, 2017 2:56 pm

if anyone has a spare cradle pintle pin, chain and adapter for BAR to sell, please pm me. thanks :)
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by wreckless » Thu Dec 21, 2017 5:45 pm

Congrats. Now look for a WW2 Bipod with the locks at the bottom of the legs.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by 17thAirborne » Thu Dec 21, 2017 6:17 pm

wreckless wrote:
Thu Dec 21, 2017 5:45 pm
Congrats. Now look for a WW2 Bipod with the locks at the bottom of the legs.
and original flash hider, and original fore grip and original stock..........😉I'm workin' on it.
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Re: WTB: M1918 Browning BAR semi-auto

Post by wreckless » Thu Dec 21, 2017 6:36 pm

Yup, a labor of love. All you need is money.
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