Owen Mk 2/3 Sub-machine Gun : Australian Army Accession Number: REL/02955.001

Description

Owen Mk 2/3 Sub-machine Gun. The open frame is marked Owen 9mm Mk 2/3 43 and FTR MA 52. It is complete with a magazine and sling. The metal parts are parkerised and the butt is wood.

Contextual Description

This weapon was manufactured in 1943 and refurbished at the Small Arms Factory at Lithgow in 1952 to fit a safety slide and bayonet lug.

Details

Accession Number
REL/02955.001
Manufactured by
Lysaght's Newcastle Works Pty Limited
Classification
Technology
Object Type
Firearm
Measurement
Overall: 813 mm
Date Made
1952
Place Made
Gallery location
Main Bld: Vietnam Gallery, Ramp
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright not applicable

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