MGC 68 MP-40 Sale Info

Hello all,
I'm new to this forum so I'd just like to say hello. I found this forum by researching my replica MP-40. I listed it on Ebay but it was pulled due to it not having an orange plug in the barrel. I refuse to do this for fear of ruining it's original condition. I want to sell it but don't know what the fair dollar amount is. From the research I've done it looks like I have the early model. Serial #4405 plus the trigger guard is stamped "made in japan". There are other indicators as well that lead me to this conclusion. The gun looks worn and has started to develop some surface rust. This can be reblued if need be. I can post photos for anyone who thinks they can help me confirm this as being an early model and also help put a dollar amount.
Thanks very much,
Bob

Bob -

I have both an early and a late MGC68 MP-40, and from what I have seen (completed auctions) on eBay and Gunbroker.com, the MGC68's go for ~$400 USD...

I'm told it is a federal law that the muzzle have a red/orange plug (or be painted red/orange) but it seems to be for pictures/advertising purposes only...Mine have come through with red painted plastic pipe plugs or caps stuck to the muzzle...

Summer is coming and re-enactors should be looking for quick buys on both the above sites...

Be sure to mention whether the magazine has spring & follower; whether bolt is angle-milled; and if the chamber will accept the PFC cartridge...Some PFC MP-40's were sold as 'dummies' [without detonators] but still can be modified, if you can find the parts...

Good advice, Richie.



Pit.