Original German WWI Maxim MG 08/15 Battlefield Pickup Display Machine Gun Serial 3770 b by Spandau Arsenal with Bipod and Bullet Damage - dated 1917 colts This incredibly rare example features

This incredibly rare example features all original parts with the exception of the receiver

38 Ammo Pouch

There is so much research potential in these diaries but it will take time

but does have some engraving around the edge

Original German WWI Maxim MG 08/15 Battlefield Pickup Display Machine Gun Serial 3770 b by Spandau Arsenal with Bipod and Bullet Damage - dated 1917 colts This incredibly rare example featuresOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is an incredible inert example of the legendary German Maxim Maschinengewehr (Machine Gun) 08 15, known as the MG 08 15, which is definitely a bit different than most we have had. It suffered bullet damage to the water jacket, and was probably judged unserviceable and left on the battlefield, where it was subjected to the elements for a time. It suffered relatively extensive rust to much of the exterior during this