Original German WWI Maxim MG 08/15 Display Machine Gun - Spandau 1917 Fusee Spring & Cover Here is a run down

Here is a run down of his work- the WWII drive train showed little wear when inspected and re-assembled

This version has a glossy blue finish and features a gold "RF" (Republic Francaise) flaming grenade badge on the front

The Madsen was the first true light machine gun

Check out IMA customer "Tommykid's" work on one of these very part sets at the British Militaria Black Powder Forum

so there are variations in style of manufacture

Original German WWI Maxim MG 08/15 Display Machine Gun - Spandau 1917 Fusee Spring & Cover Here is a run downOriginal Item: Only One Available. This fine example of the legendary MG 08 15 is nicely marked SPANDAU and dated 1917 on the top cover. This is a complete and fully BATF approved inert non firing display gun for the advanced collector. This fine example was built from all original parts and is offered in fine condition with multiple German markings and serial numbers. Only the bipod and belt drum carrier are reproductions. Please note that there are