^Lot 2195B U.S. M1A1 POT BELLY PARATROOPER FOLDING CARBINE

STOCK. This folding stock has its correct metal components, leather cheek piece, pistol grip and handguard. The forend is the later M2 Pot Belly type. The stock has a very good appearance, except the forend is not fitted up tight to the recoil plate, having a gap in the wood on both sides. The walnut pistol grip is marked "BA / 16" on the left side indicating an overhaul at the Benicia Arsenal. The end of the pistol grip has "IO", "crossed cannons" and "U". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: modern green canvas military style utility bag with heavy duty plastic zipper enclosure. CONDITION: stock set has very good appearance with added finish and small spots of wood filler. Handguard has excellent appearance with several tiny handling marks. Metal parts retaining 80% of their original finish with light wear. PROVENANCE: Military Museum Collection of Shooters Outpost, Hooksett NH. (02-27386/RW). NON-GUN. $600-800.