Summary
Alternative Name(s): Gun or Rifle Stand, Gun or Rifle Rest
A support for a firearm. Suitable for use with both the Maxim MG08/15 Machine Gun (eg. HT 28989) and the Mauser T-Gewehr Anti-Tank Rifle. Both types of firearms were used by the German military in World War I.
Physical Description
A triangular stand made from rectangular U-shaped steel; riveted construction. Cross-brace between the two legs. Pointed spikes beneath each foot plate. Circular connector with pivoting clamp for attachment to firearm. Painted khaki green.
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Place Made
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Inscriptions
Stamped on connector: ' [crown symbol] / Y '
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Overall Dimensions
222 mm (Width), 105 mm (Depth), 273 mm (Height)
Note that the tripod 'feet' which would push into the ground are 32 mm high.
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Keywords
Firearm Accessories, Militaria: German, World War I, 1914-1918, War Trophies