A World War II small arms collection includes iconic firearms like the American M1 Garand, German MP40, British Sten gun, and Soviet Mosin-Nagant. Allied and Axis WW2 small arms and light weapons like bolt action rifles, machine guns, bayonets and related items like ammunition, visors, scopes, stocks, grenades, mines etc. These weapons were essential for infantry combat, reflecting the diversity and innovation of wartime armaments. Displayed in museums or private collections, they offer insight into the daily life and firepower of soldiers during the conflict.
7.7 mm Type 89 Dual Flexible Japanese machine gun
This is a WW2 Japanese 7.7mm gas-operated Dual machine gun which was commonly used as an aircraft tail gun …