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German War Ministry FG 42 7.92mm Mauser 20-inch

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German Fallschirmjager Gewehr 42. Select-fire paratroop rifle. Extremely rare and valuable.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser

Capacity: 20

Year introduced: 1942, Germany

Weight: 9.93 oz

Overall length: 37"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Service, Collector