Spring 2025 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction
May 8th, 9th, 10th, & 11th, 2025
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!
7.62 NATO PRE-BAN VALMET M78 RIFLE
24-561
Cal.7.62×51 Nato
S# 385514
Bbl. 23.5″ over brake. A very desirable Finnish AK variant, designed as a semiautomatic version of the popular M78 machine gun. Imported into the United States from the mid 1980’s until 1989. Stamped receiver. Matte black finish on all exposed metal surfaces. Muzzle terminated w/ 3-prong flash hider w/ integral bayonet lug & protected post front sight. Rear peep sight, adjustable for elevation & marker 200 meters to 500 meters. Folding bipod mounted 2″ rear of front sight. Ventilated hardwood forend, matching shoulder stock. Right side safety / selector & reciprocating charging handle. Right side mounted carry handle above front trunnion. Sling swivels front & rear.
PROVENANCE: Lifelong Collection of Terrence McCarty.
STATUS: MODERN
