Sten MKV & Accessories

SOLD. Manufactured in huge numbers during WWII and beyond, The Sten was probably the most utilitarian but effective SMG of the period. Produced from pressed and welded steel plate with minimal machining the Sten was relatively cheap in terms of both materials and labour. Having said this, the MKV model was by far the best quality version of the Sten produced. The previous wire/T-stocks were replaced with a wooden stock, a pistol grip was added and the barrel was adapted for No4 type sights and to take the standard UK bayonets of the period. A second pistol grip was also added below the barrel jacket, but this was often removed (as in this case) with many users preferring to support the weapon via the magazine/housing. This M/78 (Elkington & Co Birmingham) example is in good overall condition but with expected wear to the finish commensurate with service use. Complete with one magazine, 5 rounds of inert 9mm parabellum, original sling and pig sticker spike bayonet (no scabbard). Deactivated to the new EU specification with removable magazine and stock, moving trigger (under spring pressure), moving fire selector and moving dummy metal bolt under spring pressure. The magazine housing also still rotates (see photos) but it can't be field stripped beyond removal of the stock and magazine. Sorry - no international sales. Call our freephone credit card sales hotline to buy this item now with your credit or debit card - 0800 772 3499.