+ Reply to Thread
Results 1 to 30 of 30

Thread: French MAS 44 - 49 - 49/56 Survey

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Posts
    447

    Default French MAS 44 - 49 - 49/56 Survey

    I saved the French MAS 44 - 49 - 49/56 Survey started by DMinFla from the Old GunBoards French Discussion Board......

    The "UpLoaded" pics Didn't make it from the old site


    Buddy

    __________________________________________________ _____________________

    Here is the Title from the Old French GunBoard....please note there were 11,304 Views
    So.....you can add the number of Views here on the New French GunBoard and get an over all Grand Total of Views for the Survey

    Sticky: Survey On MAS 44,49 and 49/56 rifles DMinFla Views 11,304
    __________________________________________________ ______________________




    __________________________________________________ ________________________

    Hi there Goose52 had a great idea on the Hakim site about starting a survey on the MAS 44,49 and 49/56 rifles so i am going to start one here now so if you have one of those rifles please post your info here or e-mail me with it thanks.Now as this is my first survey i am going to make it easy on everyone here including me

    MAS 1944 rifles
    Ser#
    Is it painted black or parkerized

    MAS 1949 French rifles
    Ser#
    Does it have the grenade launcher on it still

    MAS 1949 Syria inport rifles
    Ser#

    MAS 1949/56 rifles
    Ser#
    Does it have a open flash hider or a muzzle break on it
    Is the Ser# vertical or horizontal

    Full ser # would be great but if you don't want to post it here you can e-mail me with it if you want to.I will not keep any info on who sent it just the info on the rifles and who knows we may learn somthing new thanks.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - DMinFla on 03/16/2005 5:43:23 PM


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I currently own the Following MAS Self Loaders

    also to help the survey....mention if your MAS 44's are Black Painted or Parkerized....

    MAS 44
    F 4 [Yes Serial number 4] Painted Black
    F 975 Painted Black
    F 2191 Parkerized
    F 4857 Parkerized


    MAS 49
    F 39732 Syrian Contract/ Spike bayonet
    F 51315
    F 52581
    F 74344

    MAS 49/56
    G 39929
    G 41178 has Muzzle Break instead of Open Flash Hider [see pic below]
    G 55160
    G 57415
    H 42192

    MAS.223 / Semi FAMAS
    SA 00023B
    My FAMAS Picture Album.....
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/FAMAS/

    Link to my MAS F 4....
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...tipleViews.jpg

    Pic link to serial Number G 41178 Muzzle Break.....Left
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...56_Muzzles.jpg

    Here is a MAS 49/56 with First/Early version Flash Hider....
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...zzleBreakA.jpg

    Link to my MAS Picture album >>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/French_MAS/

    Buddy
    ================================================== ==================
    ================================================== ==================
    7/30/2006


    Here is a list of all MAS Rifle Info posted in this "string" as of 7/30/06
    And serial numbers that I have seen on the Internet and have pics of the receivers

    I will update list as more Rifle info is posted.....

    Rearsenal Dated are posted in [Brackets]
    GL = Grenade Launcher

    MAS 44

    F 4 Painted Black
    F 35 Painted Black
    F 445 Painted Black
    F 48x Black Enamel
    F 613 Painted Black
    F 63X Black enamel
    F 975 Painted Black
    F 1080 Black Painted
    F 1166 Paint/Park.
    F 1240 Black Painted
    F 143X black enamel
    F 1618 Painted Black
    F 1926 Paint/Park / Anchor on butt plate
    F 2191 Parkerized
    F 3250 Parkerized
    F 3339 Parkerized
    F 3418 Parkerized
    F 3474 Parkerized
    F 3633 Parkerized
    F 3879 Parkerized
    F 3937 - parked - unknown barrel date
    F 4673 Parkerized
    F 477X
    F 4857 Parkerized
    F 5008 Parkerized
    F 5098 Parkerized
    F 5325 Parkerized
    F 5537 Painted Black
    F 5895 Parkerized

    __________________________________________________ __________________
    MAS 49

    F 3879
    F 6910 - GL - horizontal serial - barrel MAS-1962-SEY - [P69]
    F 803x
    F 14970 (horizontal), barrel Mas-1953, GL , parkerized
    F 193XX w/grenade launcher
    F 2364x
    F 2415x
    F 25554 GL park'd
    F 33792 Syrian
    F 36483 Syrian parked
    F 3732x Syrian
    F 37383 Syrian
    F 38586 Syrian Matching Numbers
    F 39732 Syrian / Spike bayonet
    F 39xxx Syrian 1953
    F 68xx Park launcher Horizontal # (This one is sniper grade with white bore and fitted stock)
    F 10xxx " " "
    F 15xxx " " "
    F 25xxx " " "
    F 35xxx " " "
    F 48xxx " " Vertical #
    F 58666 Paint No Launch. "
    F 79079 Park Launcher "
    F 790xx " " "
    F 32360 -Barrel marked MAS 1962 - SEB
    F 33072 Syrian
    F 33642- Syrian GL Barrel-MAS-1953-FY-Parkerized
    F 33792
    F 34310 Parked French No Grenade Launcher Horizontal
    F 35873
    F 37269
    F 37477 Syrian Barrel marked MAS 1953 - FYc
    F 37596
    F 378XX Syrian
    F 38725 Syrian
    F 51315
    F 52581
    F 56014
    F 59790 w/o GL park'd, vertical number
    F 65839 Has grenade launcher
    F 69917 Parked French With Grenade Launcher Vertical
    F 74344
    F 75197 Vertical Number ..like 49/56's
    F 77530

    __________________________________________________ _________________

    MAS 49/56

    Very Rare 7.62N [7.62x51 NATO] caliber No219

    G Series
    G 865 Park second type bbl and flash hider
    G 2457 [P72]
    G 2778 (vertical) with muzzle brake and grenade launcher [P76]
    G 3656 vertical cal 7,62 marked 308
    G 458x Vertical # Rebuild [P-71] Cal .308 Muzzle Break
    G 7459 Vertical Flash Hider
    G 9282 - Muzzle break - Vert Barrel marked MAS-1958 - SEb
    G 12875
    G 13724 Flash Hider-Vertical Barrel-MAS-1972-CSJ-Parkerized-(.308)
    G 14018 [P84]
    G 15939 Converted .308 [ P78]
    G 16215 [P77] [ P92]
    G 17424 [P87]
    G 1781x Vertical # Rebuild [P-70] [P-77] Flash Hider
    G 18962 [P78]
    G 20380 Converted to .308 [ P67]
    G 21709 (vertical), barrel Mas-1971, refurbished 1971, transformed MSE 1975.
    G 21794
    G 23748 This MAS has the Early Open Slot Flash Hider
    G 26350 [P77] Restamp 7.62 / .308
    G 26698, vertical serial #, and open flash hider, barrel MAS 1960 Mft, rearsenal P72
    G 28093
    G 30507 [P78]
    G 32838 [P82]
    G 350XX [P63]
    G 35061
    G 36553 [P78] Restamp 7.62 .308
    G 37329 [P67]
    G 37417 [P76] Converted to .308
    G 38442 [P91]
    G 39929
    G 39707 [P78]
    G 40673 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1978-MFn - [P83]
    G 4075x Vertical # Rebuild [P-71] Flash Hider
    G 41178 has Muzzle Break
    G 42134 Converted to .308
    G 42172 [P76]
    G 42957
    G 44475 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1966-SE-h - [P67]
    G 45641
    G 47805 vertical Has muzzle break
    G 48035 [P86] Restamped 7.62 / .308
    G 48880
    G 50247 stamped vertical [ P71] [ P88] [ P92]
    G 50773 (vertical), barrel Mas-1966, refurbished 1970.
    G 51369 Vertical Flash Hider Wide Front Sight [P75]
    G 51825 Converted to .308
    G 525XX not refurbished
    G 54680 [P85]
    G 54986 Converted to .308
    G 55160
    G 55498
    G 57415
    G 57767, vertical on receiver.2 rebuild marks, [P72] and [P85]
    G 59656 Vertical Flash Hider
    G 63569
    G 64094 [P69] .308
    G 65761 [ P86]
    G 71040 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1960-MFt - no rearsenal
    G 79772
    G 86713 Converted to .308 [P81]
    G 87009 muzzle brake.
    G 87246 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1982-LMNi - [P88][P92]
    G 880XX not refurbished - like new - AR crown
    G 89337
    G 89430 [P76] Restamped 7.62 / .cal .308
    G 90073 [P70] [ P84]
    G 91372
    G 93473 [P70] [P75]
    G 97608 [P81]
    G 98038 [P66]

    __________________________________________________ ______________________
    H Series

    H 01598
    H 06304 -Flash Hider-Vertical Rebuild [P82] Barrel-MAS-1975-LMNg-Parkerized
    H 06596 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1961-AUb - no rearsenal
    H 07513 Vertical Flash Hider [P77] [P86]
    H 088XX modified MSE
    H 10xxx Park second type bbl and flash hider
    H 10416
    H 10518 Parked French With Flash Hider Vertical
    H 11387 Restamped 7.62 / .308
    H 23379 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1981-LMNi - [P85]
    Model 49/56 - converted to 7.62 / .308
    H 11387 Converted to .308
    H 1781*, stamped vertically Type 2 flash hider Barrel MAS 1962 Mff Rearsenal stamp: [P71]
    H 17958
    H 22338 [P78]
    H 23187
    H 26590 [P78]
    H 3305x Vertical # No Rebuild Cal. 7.5 Flash Hider
    H 34727 [P72] [P76]
    H 38445
    H 42029
    H 42192
    H 44441
    H 67718
    H 71736
    H 73659
    H 73907 (vertical), barrel Mas-1991, (cal 7.08) no refurbishing stamp
    H 80915 [ P74]








    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Email me directly at >> buddyhinton@hotmail.com
    Visit >>>>>>>>>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/
    Main Link to Pictures >> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/
    "It Ain't Braggin'...if you can Do It! "

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - Buddy on 07/30/2006 11:18:03 AM


    Goose52
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    854 Posts
    Posted - 03/16/2005 : 12:08:17 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Updated to add barrel and rearsenal data to Mle 49

    MAS 44 # F 3937 - parked - unknown barrel date (don't have tool for band screws)

    MAS 49 # F 6910 - French contract - Grenade launcher - horizontal serial - barrel MAS-1962-SEY - rearsenal P69

    Goose

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Read a good book lately?
    www.fn49.com

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - Goose52 on 03/25/2005 8:07:05 PM


    larry408
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    306 Posts
    Posted - 03/16/2005 : 12:55:48 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49/56 Serial number G 54986 Converted to .308

    Also have a MAS 36 L 16274 Converted to .308

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Larry Gathright
    USAF 68-72
    NRA Life
    GOA
    C&R


    vonmazur
    Moderator



    USA
    1762 Posts
    Posted - 03/16/2005 : 2:26:48 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Guys: here is a partial list....

    Mle 1944:
    F 1166 Paint/Park.
    F 1240 "
    F 1926 " Anchor on butt plate
    F 3339 Park
    F 3633 "
    F 5098 " (Just sold)
    Mle 49 Syrian
    F 38586 All matched!
    F 39xxx Not matched, but mint cond! these 2 are dated 1953

    Mle 49 French

    F 68xx Park launcher Horizontal # (This one is sniper grade with white bore and fitted stock)
    F 10xxx " " "
    F 15xxx " " "
    F 25xxx " " "
    F 35xxx " " "
    F 48xxx " " Vertical #
    F 58666 Paint No Launch. "
    F 79079 Park Launcher "
    F 790xx " " "

    Mle 1949-56
    F 465 Park All have the second type bbl and flash hider except F 465
    G 865 "
    H 10xxx " All of these are stamped vertically IIRC

    This is from memory at work, so I could be off a little, I have examined or own all the guns listed above

    Dale in Ala

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    "If those little sweethearts won't face German bullets,then they'll face French ones!"
    General Mireau in Stanley Kubrick's "Paths of Glory" 1955

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - vonmazur on 03/16/2005 6:07:54 PM


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 03/16/2005 : 6:03:39 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Thanks to Goose52 and Buddy i added some things to the survey. thanks for every one who added theirs to it so far.I am also adding mine here too.DMinFla

    MAS 1944
    Ser# F5537
    Painted black

    MAS 1949
    Ser# F65839
    Has grenade launcher

    MAS 1949 Syria
    Ser# F33072

    MAS 1949/56
    Ser# G47805 and is vertical
    Has muzzle break


    DMinFla


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - DMinFla on 03/16/2005 6:05:56 PM


    Tembo
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    491 Posts
    Posted - 03/17/2005 : 01:59:16 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 44 F35 - painted black

    MAS 49 F25554 - with GL park'd
    MAS 49 F59790 - w/o GL park'd, vertical no.

    MAS 49/56 G48621 - vertical no.


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Tembo


    ammolab
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    USA
    1337 Posts
    Posted - 03/17/2005 : 11:52:12 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    When Century had the MAS 44s We saw three different finished weapons here.
    Grey Park
    Black Paint
    Black Park......the black parkerized guns were the least common. Anyone else seen one of these???


    vonmazur
    Moderator



    USA
    1762 Posts
    Posted - 03/18/2005 : 11:41:12 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I think the black looking park was "Stoving" a black carbon applied to the park to darken it, sometimes the varnish was worn off, so the park looked black. I have had one in the 80's......

    Dale in Ala

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    "If those little sweethearts won't face German bullets,then they'll face French ones!"
    General Mireau in Stanley Kubrick's "Paths of Glory" 1955


    ammolab
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    USA
    1337 Posts
    Posted - 03/18/2005 : 5:53:36 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Varnish worn off?? I have a Mint 44...nothing "worn off" and it looks like Maganeese Phosphate (black) parkerizing to me. Could just be VERY dark grey. It just is a striking different finish when you put it next to a grey Parked 44.


    Tembo
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    491 Posts
    Posted - 03/19/2005 : 02:14:41 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I've never seen a 44 with black parkerizing. Definitely like to see it. Could you post a picture?

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Tembo

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - Tembo on 03/19/2005 02:16:29 AM


    kelt
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    France
    2315 Posts
    Posted - 03/19/2005 : 09:19:36 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    very intersting survey.

    It would be even more intéresting to amend your data by adding the barrel manufacture date and eventual rearsenal stamps.

    Will post my own when I get back home.


    kelt


    Goose52
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    854 Posts
    Posted - 03/19/2005 : 7:05:20 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Edited my response (3rd post of this thread) to add barrel date and rearsenal code.

    Goose

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Read a good book lately?
    www.fn49.com


    rogerbutthead
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    313 Posts
    Posted - 03/19/2005 : 7:18:49 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Per your request on the other board. I bought this around 10 years ago - I have no idea what constitutes the difference between a Syrian and a French rifle. Appears painted black. I have no idea what the device near the front of it does - range finder for gl? - best guess - barrel attachment has #26 on it. No muzzle brake.

    Rifle is marked EBF horizontally and F 77530 vertically. Rear of receiver marked on left in circle "MM" on right "D". Buttstock is mismatch number - F 37499. Scope is marked APX L806 OPL No 28.503 No markings noted on mount. (Did not take it off - this rig was put together by me 10+ years ago - I found the scope/mount/carrying case first and later the rifle)

    Hope this helps you.

    Download Attachment:
    259.64 KB

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - rogerbutthead on 03/20/2005 11:40:50 AM


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 03/19/2005 : 9:00:02 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    rogerbutthead the best way to tell if it is a Syrian or French 49 is the Syrian has a bayonet and the French ones does not.BTW great rifle you got there.DMinFla



    quote:
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Originally posted by rogerbutthead

    Per your request on the other board. I bought this around 10 years ago - I have no idea what constitutes the difference between a Syrian and a French rifle. Appears painted black. I have no idea what the device near the front of it does - range finder for gl? - best guess - barrel attachment has #26 on it. No muzzle break.

    Rifle is marked EBF horizontally and F 77530 vertically. Rear of receiver marked on left in circle "MM" on right "D". Buttstock is mismatch number - F 37499. Scope is marked APX L806 OPL No 28.503 No markings noted on mount. (Did not take it off)

    Hope this helps you.

    Download Attachment:
    259.64 KB

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    Edmond
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    France
    635 Posts
    Posted - 03/20/2005 : 1:23:37 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    The device on the side is the aiming devise to launch grenade, moving the screw adjusts the depht of the grenade allowing to hit according to the distance that appears on the side marks.
    the aiming device can take two different angles 45° and 74 ° if I remember correctly hence allowing full distance or half distance according to the selected angle.
    such devices existed on M1 Garand but without depth adjustement of the rifle grenade and it was a add on device with a gas cut off.

    shooting rifle grenade with a MAS was really accurate.
    the device on 49/56 works with the same principle but much faster to use with its sliding depth adjustment ring and the aiming device allows for direct AT and AP/AV shooting.


    HTH

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    From .177 airguns to .50 BMG http://www.dcbshooting.com


    buckeye fan
    Gunboards Member



    USA
    66 Posts
    Posted - 03/20/2005 : 2:31:42 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here are my guns.
    MAS Mle 1944 F445 Black
    MAS Mle 1949 F36483 Parked Syrian
    MAS Mle 1949 F34310 Parked French No Grenade Launcher Horizontal
    MAS Mle 1949 F69917 Parked French With Grenade Launcher Vertical
    MAS Mle 1949/56 H10518 Parked French With Flash Hider Vertical
    Jeff

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Jeff


    rogerbutthead
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    313 Posts
    Posted - 03/20/2005 : 4:47:08 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Went to go talk to an acquaintance with a MAS49 to see if he would give you his info. Ended up buying the rig. I guess its Syrian, #26 on barrel attachment, F 37596 on receiver and stock - scope is APX L806 SOM No11677. He states picked up the scope/mount/booklet/eyepiece all with the case. He bought the rifle from someone else who claimed it was a VN bringback. (no paperwork of course)

    The other rig I posted has a light brown leather scope/mount case.

    Hope this helps.

    Download Attachment:
    207.28 KB


    kelt
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    France
    2315 Posts
    Posted - 03/23/2005 : 12:11:33 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Mas 49
    # F 14970 (horizontal), barrel Mas-1953, grenade launcher, parkerized, condition new, no refurbishing stamp, stock & forend walnut.

    Mas49-56
    # G 21709 (vertical), barrel Mas-1971, refurbished 1971, transformed MSE 1975.
    # G 50773 (vertical), barrel Mas-1966, refurbished 1970.
    # H 73907 (vertical), barrel Mas-1991, (cal 7.08) no refurbishing stamp.

    All three 49-56 are parkerized, and with flash hider.

    logging of barrel date and refurbishing stamp can help to assess rifle past: my G21709 has a barrel dated 71 and refurb stamp 71, as G50773 has a barrel dated 66, it means that G21709 was rebarreled in 71.


    kelt

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - kelt on 03/23/2005 12:32:08 PM


    Mogollon
    Gunboards Premium Member



    111 Posts
    Posted - 03/24/2005 : 3:11:06 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS49-56
    Serial number is G 57767, vertical on receiver.
    2 rebuild marks, [P72] and [P85]
    Has muzzle break

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Jesus Saves
    Allah Forgives
    C'thulhu thinks you'd make a
    mighty fine sandwich


    S-2C
    Gunboards Member



    51 Posts
    Posted - 03/25/2005 : 12:15:34 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here are mine:

    MAS 44:
    F63X black enamel
    F143X black enamel

    MAS 49 (French):
    F193XX w/grenade launcher

    MAS 49 (Syrian):
    F378XX

    MAS 49/56:
    G350XX P63
    G525XX not refurbished
    G880XX not refurbished - like new - AR crown
    H088XX modified MSE

    MAS .223 (FAMAS):
    SA 0001XB



    Download Attachment:
    6.97 KB

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Francois (S-2C)


    GTP Super
    Starting Member



    USA
    1 Posts
    Posted - 03/25/2005 : 08:20:09 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49/56 with Serial # G2778 (vertical) with muzzle brake and grenade launcher. The finish is dark Park. There is a "P76" in a box next to the serial #.
    What is the significance of the horizontal vs. vertical serial # and what is the # in the box?
    Thanks,
    GTP Super


    vonmazur
    Moderator



    USA
    1762 Posts
    Posted - 03/25/2005 : 12:02:41 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Sometime in the early 50's, circa 1953, the MAS authorities began to stamp the number on the receiver vertically instead of horizontally. I believe that all of the 49-56 rifles were stamped vertically, unless an early 49 receiver was used to build a 49-56.

    Dale in Ala

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    "If those little sweethearts won't face German bullets,then they'll face French ones!"
    General Mireau in Stanley Kubrick's "Paths of Glory" 1955


    kelt
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    France
    2315 Posts
    Posted - 03/25/2005 : 12:27:26 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    It would be very handy to update your data by adding the barrel date, to be found under the hand guard and log in as well the refurbishing stamps.

    kelt


    TuscoTodd
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    USA
    1224 Posts
    Posted - 03/25/2005 : 4:32:59 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here is what I have on my end:
    Model 1949/56
    G71040 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1960-MFt - no rearsenal
    G44475 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1966-SE-h - rearsenal P67
    H06596 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1961-AUb - no rearsenal
    G87246 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1982-LMNi - rearsenal P88 & P92
    H23379 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1981-LMNi - rearsenal P85
    Model 49/56 - converted to 7.62 / .308
    G40673 vertical, flash hider, barrel date MAS-1978-MFn - rearsenal P83



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    --
    TuscoTodd


    Buddy
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    313 Posts
    Posted - 03/25/2005 : 9:32:08 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here are some additional MAS Serial Numbers....Updated 5/06/06

    MAS44 F 1080 Black Painted
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F1080.jpg

    MAS44 F 1240 Black Painted
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F1240.jpg

    MAS44 F 1680 Black Painted
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F1618.jpg

    MAS44 F 3250 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3250.jpg

    MAS44 F 3418
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3418.jpg

    MAS44 F 3474 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3474.jpg

    MAS44 F 3879 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3879.jpg

    MAS44 F 5895 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F5895.jpg

    __________________________________________________ _________________

    MAS 49 F 3879
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3879.jpg

    MAS 49 F 24879
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F24879.jpg

    MAS 49 F 33792
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F33792.jpg

    MAS 49 F 35873
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F35873.jpg

    MAS 49 F 36375
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F36375.jpg

    MAS 49 F 37269
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F37269.jpg

    MAS 49 F 38360
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F38360.jpg

    MAS 49 F 56014
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F56014.jpg

    MAS 49 F 75197 ....Note Vertical Number ..like 49/56's
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F75197.jpg
    __________________________________________________ ___________________

    **********
    VERY RARE 7.62N [7.62x51 NATO] caliber No219
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...7.62NatoSm.jpg
    **********


    MAS 49/56 G 2457 P72
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...4956_G2457.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 12875
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G12875.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 14018 P84
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G14018.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 15939 Converted .308 P78
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G15939.jpg

    MAS 49/45 G 17424 P81
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G17424.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 18962 P78
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G18962.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 20380 Converted to .308 P67
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G20380.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 23748 This MAS has the Early Open Slot Flash Hider
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G23748.jpg
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...lashHiderA.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 28093
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G28093.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 30507 P78
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G30507.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 32838 P82
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G32838.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 35061
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G35061.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 36553 Restamp 7.62 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G36553.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 37329 P87
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G37329.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 37417 Converted to .308 P76
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G37417.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 39707 P78
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G39707.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 42134 Converted to .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G42134.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 42172 P76
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G42172.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 42957
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G42957.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 45641
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G45641.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 48880
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G48880.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 51825 Converted to .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G51825.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 54680 P85
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G54680.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 55498
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G55498.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 63569
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G63569.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 65761 P86
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G65761.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 79772
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G79772.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 86713 Converted to .308 P81
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G86713.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 90072 P70 P84
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G90073.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 91372
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G91372.jpg
    Closeup Serial Number >> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...6_G91372_A.jpg

    MAS 49/56 G 93473 P70 P75
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G93473.jpg

    MAS 49/56 H 11387 Converted to .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H11387.jpg

    MAS 49/56 H42029
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H42029.jpg

    MAS 49/56 H 44441 ....Note markings on Mag....
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H44441.jpg

    MAS 49/56 H 71736
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H71736.jpg

    MAS 49/56 H 73659
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H73659.jpg

    MAS 49/56 H 80915 P74
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H80915.jpg



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Email me directly at >> buddyhinton@hotmail.com
    Visit >>>>>>>>>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/
    Main Link to Pictures >> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/
    "It Ain't Braggin'...if you can Do It! "

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - Buddy on 05/06/2006 08:41:56 AM


    mawkie
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    237 Posts
    Posted - 03/26/2005 : 7:39:20 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here's mine to throw into the mix!
    MAS 49 - No GL - F32360 - Barrel marked MAS 1962 - SEB
    MAS 49 Syrian - F37477 - Barrel marked MAS 1953 - FYc
    MAS 49/56 - Muzzle break - Vert. SN G9282 - Barrel marked MAS-1958 - SEb
    Mark

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    The problem with the rat race is that even if you win you're still a rat...


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 03/26/2005 : 9:28:08 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Thanks every one for the info on your rifles so far .DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    Railhead
    Starting Member



    5 Posts
    Posted - 03/26/2005 : 9:32:42 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49/56
    Ser#G15465, barrel MAS1976 LMNu,-rearsenal P78,Narrow front sight base.

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - Railhead on 05/09/2005 7:16:21 PM


    Brad70
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    289 Posts
    Posted - 03/28/2005 : 5:07:37 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Mas 49/56
    ser# G26698, vertical serial #, and open flash hider, barrel MAS 1960 Mft, rearsenal P72


    mndale
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    259 Posts
    Posted - 04/04/2005 : 10:12:38 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49-GL-Bayonet-F33642-Barrel-MAS-1953-FY-Parkerized

    MAS 49/56-Flash Hider-Vertical-H06304-Rebuild P82
    Barrel-MAS-1975-LMNg-Parkerized

    MAS 49/56-Flash Hider-Vertical-G13724
    Barrel-MAS-1972-CSJ-Parkerized-(.308)


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 04/05/2005 : 8:03:16 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Thanks for all the new numbers guys.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    sangle
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    108 Posts
    Posted - 04/08/2005 : 5:58:12 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Sangle's MAS 49/56 info
    Serial Number : H1781*, stamped vertically
    Type 2 flash hidder
    Barrel date: MAS 1962 MFf
    Rearsenal stamp: P71


    mobeachboy
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    USA
    837 Posts
    Posted - 04/12/2005 : 11:29:25 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49/56 Currently black painted 7.5 being converted to
    308. Still has launcher and sites .

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    NRA Endownment member .
    COPS Life Member
    CCRKBA Life member , 1st
    Cavalry Div., Viet Vet.


    mauserdad
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    USA
    2983 Posts
    Posted - 04/12/2005 : 4:04:58 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Mas 1944,Ser#F3474,Bolt and Bolt Carrier forced matched.Trigger assem.forearm and bayonet do not match.Rifle appears to have been through a rebuild.Exterior and bore are Excellent.Metal is parakarized.

    Mas 49 Syrian,Ser# F38725

    Mas 49/56 Vert,Ser# G87009,muzzle brake.

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    NRA Life Member
    John 3:16&17



    falo308
    Gunboards Premium Member



    140 Posts
    Posted - 05/04/2005 : 4:06:36 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I have a Syrian Mle 1949 serial #f 33792
    and a Mle 49-56 serial #G 50247 that is stamped vertical also P71, P88, and P92


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - falo308 on 05/04/2005 4:07:54 PM


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 05/04/2005 : 6:13:21 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    quote:
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Originally posted by falo308

    I have a Syrian Mle 1949 serial #f 33792
    and a Mle 49-56 serial #G 50247 that is stamped vertical also P71, P88, and P92


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------




    Thanks for the info on your rifle i have added it to my list.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    Michael Jon Littman
    Gunboards Moderator And Polka Band Leader



    USA
    4378 Posts
    Posted - 05/06/2005 : 8:54:14 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 1949/56 rifles
    Ser# H07513
    Does it have a open flash hider or a muzzle break on it: Flash Hider
    Is the Ser# vertical or horizontal: Vertical

    Two rebuild markings:P77 P86
    Phosphated finish


    vis35
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    540 Posts
    Posted - 05/12/2005 : 01:07:28 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    DMinFla was naughty, luring me in here from my usual haunt, the Japanese forum….

    My MAS 49/56 is serial G51369 stamped vertical, has the flash hider, wide front sight base and rebuild mark “P75”. It is in un-issued condition and I have the scope for it as well, I bought that some time after I purchased the rifle. I would like to shoot it more but do not for lack of non-corrosive ammo. It fired three shot bursts (slamfires) with my handloads.

    I also have a MAS36 bolt action that is a Viet-Nam bringback if anyone is interested in data from it. We often wish that our guns could actually tell us stories of where they have been, but I have always thought that this one’s stories would not be very nice.
    Regards from Alaska,
    Jeff


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Although my neighbors are all barbarians,
    And you, you are a thousand miles away,
    There are always two cups on my table.
    - Tang Dynasty

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - vis35 on 05/12/2005 01:45:15 AM


    fg42
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    131 Posts
    Posted - 05/16/2005 : 02:09:42 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    As per your request on the Japanese Forum I have 2 Mas49-56s, No 1 is G7459 vertical cal 7.5 It is mint. # 2 G3656 vertical cal 7,62 marked 308 below this. It is abou 90% Both have flash hiders. I hope this helps. Bob Benson

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Thanks for reading Bob Benson


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 05/17/2005 : 5:08:06 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Thanks for your info on your rifles so far i have gotten info on 21 44's,25 French 49 rifles,15 Syrian 49 rifles and 49 49/56 rifles.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    M240G
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    USA
    2708 Posts
    Posted - 06/09/2005 : 5:44:19 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here's one more rifle you can add to your data

    MAS 1949/56
    Ser#G59656
    Muzzle break
    Vertical

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Semper Fi
    C Co 1stBn 3dMar
    0331/'98-'02
    COG #0331



    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 06/09/2005 : 6:05:37 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I got it thanks for your info.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    moulainville
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    211 Posts
    Posted - 06/13/2005 : 10:43:22 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    These are some, but not all of the ones that I have.

    MAS 44 F48x Black Enamel

    MAS 49 French Model

    F803x Grenade Launcher, Stock cartouche of 1951 MAI, with canvas sling and First model APX 806 scope, with a serial# of SOM 62. This type has a straight vertical base, quite like the G43 mount. I've had it since the middle 80's.

    F2364x Grenade launcher, Stock Cartouche of 1952 Juin.
    F2415x Grenade Launcher, New Stock, this one is from AIM.

    MAS 49 Syrian

    F3732x Grenade Launcher & Bayonet. Stock Cartouche "looks Like" 1952

    MAS 49/56

    G458x Vertical # Rebuild P-71 Cal .308 Muzzle Break
    G4075x Vertical # Rebuild P-71 " " " "
    G1781x Vertical # Rebuild P-70 & P-77 " " " "
    H3305x Vertical # No Rebuild Cal. 7.5 " "


    MAS-MSE 49/56

    H1136x Vertical # Rebuild P-86 Cal. 7.5 Muzzle Break
    G3732x Vertical # Rebuild P-67 Cal. 7.5 " "




    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 07/30/2005 : 7:46:43 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    They have been added to the list thanks.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    DaSwede
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    475 Posts
    Posted - 08/03/2005 : 8:19:02 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 1944
    Serial 3879
    parkerized


    Emir of Schmoe
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    Canada
    366 Posts
    Posted - 08/12/2005 : 6:21:29 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 44
    S/N F477X
    Parkerised.


    Big Brother John
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    135 Posts
    Posted - 08/20/2005 : 02:46:24 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Mas 49/56
    flash hider
    parkerized
    Re-arsenaled
    Serial No. H 38445
    Vertical


    Tom-M
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    USA
    558 Posts
    Posted - 09/13/2005 : 10:42:51 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I have 3 rifles for survey.

    MAS M1949, Syrian contract - SN# F37383
    Grenade launcher, bayonet, stock cartouched "Juin, MA, 1953"
    Externally all matching (stock, handguard, bayonet, etc), but has cover for 38954, bolt for F37181, bolt carrier for 33473.

    Did they import these disassembled? Rifle is in excellent condition, and can only guess as to reason for internasl parts not matching.

    MAS 49/56 - SN# G21794
    Vertical SN#, type 2 flash hider

    MAS 49/56 - SN# G97608
    Vertical SN, type 2 flash hider
    Has "P81" also on receiver - is this a rebuild marking?????

    Thanks - Tom


    Buddy
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    313 Posts
    Posted - 09/14/2005 : 7:16:27 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Markings from a 7.62N caliber 49/56....

    Buddy



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Email me directly at >> buddyhinton@hotmail.com
    Visit >>>>>>>>>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/
    Main Link to Pictures >> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/
    "It Ain't Braggin'...if you can Do It! "


    ketoujin
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    201 Posts
    Posted - 09/23/2005 : 03:38:37 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Hi,
    MAS 49/56 dark parkerized. Serial number G 98038. P66 before serial number. Eleven hole muzzle brake.

    Thanks,
    Gunnar

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Mod is a state of mind - Pete Meaden

    Cthulhu in '08 - Why Vote for a Lesser Evil?


    Page: 1 2 of 2 Topic


    Page 2

    ketoujin
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    201 Posts
    Posted - 09/23/2005 : 03:39:40 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    quote:
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Originally posted by ketoujin

    Hi,
    MAS 49/56 dark parkerized. Vertical serial number G 98038. P66 before serial number. Twenty-two hole muzzle brake.

    Thanks,
    Gunnar

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Mod is a state of mind - Pete Meaden

    Cthulhu in '08 - Why Vote for a Lesser Evil?


    MUD669
    Starting Member



    USA
    1 Posts
    Posted - 10/31/2005 : 7:40:00 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    mas mle 1949-56
    serial #vertical g64094
    refubish p69
    cal 7.62 then stamp under that ids .308 cal
    22 hole muzzle brake
    granade launcher and sight
    has a internal safety
    barell# 18465
    top of barell where it goes in to reciever is a flat spot it has r5s
    barell date i think is mas1976 LMNp like that
    on the side of the reciever where the scope rail is it says cali st alb vt ts
    it shoot five inch groups at a hunderd yards.


    car
    Gunboards Member



    USA
    33 Posts
    Posted - 12/04/2005 : 08:09:34 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS Mle 1949-56
    Serial Number Vertical G38442
    Barrel Number Under Grenade Sight 47075
    Late Style Trigger Assembly
    Refubished P91
    Cal 7.5 French
    Grey/Green Parkerized Finish
    Late Style 22 Hole Flash Hider


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Edited by - car on 12/04/2005 08:22:58 AM


    Edmond
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    France
    635 Posts
    Posted - 12/22/2005 : 5:26:25 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    quote:
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Originally posted by Buddy

    Markings from a 7.62N caliber 49/56....

    Buddy



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------



    Buddy, did you buy this one from a guy working at GIAT ALM ? ( Western France, Le Mans, ammo factory)

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    From .177 airguns to .50 BMG http://www.dcbshooting.com


    bluenorther
    Starting Member



    1 Posts
    Posted - 12/23/2005 : 01:11:45 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Hey!- New to this board, but not to firearms. Presently I own one 49/56 (7.5) did own a Century .308 conversion but traded it away.

    My rifle is in like new condition (rearsenaled 1992) it is very dark parked, and came with all the standard goodies, bayonet, night sight, cleaning equipment, sling, etc.

    I have never had any interest in French Firearms. I bought the rifle because I knew enough about the design to know that much of what you read is false- related to Century conversions, etc. The 49/56 is the surplus auto loader deal of the decade. You cannot find anything comparable in such fine condition, and I appreciate when condition and function are both flawless- the rifle has not disappointed me in either.

    The serial number is G16215 (best I can make out) It shows rearsenaled stamps for 1977 and 1992. The wood is perfect and very pleasant looking. there are no marks on the metal, and only a couple on the finish, which are very small. The slip on butt pad is marked 1962. I cleaned the gas tube very well, never had a single problem with this rifle- but I did with the Century conversion (Yes, I know).

    I have cleaned it very thoroughly, to include the wood, and have shot it extensivley over the past two years. It functions wonderfully with Frontier Brass, Nosler BTip 150s over IMR 4895 (dont have my table here for gr). It's a doll to shoot, dont like the front sight but thats just how it is- and I can still hit what I'm aiming at. I had some trouble at first with soft point bullets not feeding well, hence the Btips.

    I guess its just me, but so many people complain that this rifle is ugly. I rather like the looks of it to be honest.


    Tembo
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    491 Posts
    Posted - 12/30/2005 : 01:48:03 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Nice rifle Buddy, to say the least! No Century conversions needed.

    A guy I run into regularly at gun shows here in Northern California claims to have a MAS 44"A". Have any of these turned up anywhere else, or any other 7.62Ns for that matter? Both must be very rare.

    DM,
    Here is another MAS44 for your survey:
    Serial Number F5991 and it's parkerized




    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Tembo


    BT3
    Gunboards Member



    USA
    15 Posts
    Posted - 01/20/2006 : 1:23:32 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Mas Mle 1944--F 5008---Butt stock and fore stock has matching #'s--C or G stamped on barrel--leather sling--barrel band looks like black paint--rest looks parkerized

    Mas Mle 1949--F 24879--P66 in block on receiver--parkerized--extras that came with rifle

    Mas Mle 49-56--G 39325--verticle--P74 in box (receiver)--barrel has different ser#--extra stuff came with rifle (clean kit,pouches,night sights Etc..)

    Email if any questions or need more info

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Bill


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 05/06/2006 : 9:01:35 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I have added your numbers to my list thanks.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    monsternav
    Starting Member



    USA
    1 Posts
    Posted - 07/05/2006 : 1:28:39 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS Mle 1946-56
    H29864 - vertical
    P85 re-arsenal stamp
    Parked
    Muzzel Brake (?) One group of holes on either side. 4-3-4. 4 closest to the barrel are angled towards the muzzle end of the gun (away from the operator).
    You didn't ask, but the scope has APX L. 806 on a shield type emblem, and OPL No. 1.675 below that


    DMinFla
    Rest In Peace



    USA
    300 Posts
    Posted - 07/05/2006 : 5:32:02 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Hi there i got your info thanks.DMinFla

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Go here to enter your info for the
    Survey on the MAS 1944,49 and 49/56 rifles
    http://www.gunboards.com/forums/topi...TOPIC_ID=95237

    The Adventure Team 1970-1976




    marysdad
    Gunboards.Com Silver Star Member



    USA
    808 Posts
    Posted - 07/30/2006 : 1:38:24 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    M1949 Syrian contract: F39005, barrel dated 1953.
    M1949/56: G57443, barrel dated 1976 (no longer have this one, but did at one time).

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------


    Whenever there is a simple error that most laymen fall for, there is always a slightly more sophisticated version of the same problem that the experts fall for. Amos Tversky

    http://www.worldbayonets.com
    C & R 03 FFL
    NRA Life Member


    wingback43
    Gunboards Member



    USA
    34 Posts
    Posted - 09/08/2006 : 1:10:39 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here is another for you:
    MAS 1949/56
    Ser#H04647
    Muzzle break
    Vertical


    CDB
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    158 Posts
    Posted - 09/08/2006 : 8:46:25 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Mine:
    MAS 49/56 caliber 7.62 mm, serial #G 47659 (vertical), P72 stamp to the right of serial number, 7.5 over-stamped with a 6 over the 5 and a 2 added for 7.62, 308 stamped under 7.62. Eleven hole per side muzzle brake. Finish dark grey. CB over T on bolt. Sorry for the late post I just found this forum.

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    CDB
    "That's OK twit be brave, shown me your IQ finger when you are 3 blocks away, you are not worth the paperwork"


    Michael Jon Littman
    Gunboards Moderator And Polka Band Leader



    USA
    4378 Posts
    Posted - 10/02/2006 : 09:40:30 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I would like to kick this survey to the top along with some news about the person who began it.

    Dan Mayfield, known here as DMinFL died in July of a heart attack at age 43. He began the work of collecting serial numbers for MAS semi auto rifles and I feel that work ought to go on. Please keep this thread alive with your continual contributions of serial numbers. I will attempt to restart the same thread at Parallax Bill's Place.


    obsessed
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    159 Posts
    Posted - 10/03/2006 : 8:51:21 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Michael, very sorry to hear about Dan, my sympathies to his family. Heart problems seem to be prevalent around me lately.
    I bought this about five years ago. The local pawn was nice enough to order from SOG for me. I have kept it in the box and all accessories are still as packed. I always felt it was too ugly to take anywhere. So I've never fired it. The bolt and all parts look as new to me. I tried to find an arsenal mark for rebuild status, but don't see anything other than the AR with an S under it on the front left of the receiver, just visible in the pics. Serial H 30537

    Download Attachment:
    73.51 KB

    Download Attachment:
    67.32 KB

    Download Attachment:
    71.16 KB

    Download Attachment:
    83.58 KB

    Download Attachment:
    87.82 KB

    Download Attachment:
    93.59 KB
    Hope this helps the survey. Regards, Bobby


    Brigadier
    Starting Member



    USA
    1 Posts
    Posted - 10/25/2006 : 9:21:00 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    quote:
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Originally posted by Michael Jon Littman

    I would like to kick this survey to the top along with some news about the person who began it.

    Dan Mayfield, known here as DMinFL died in July of a heart attack at age 43. He began the work of collecting serial numbers for MAS semi auto rifles and I feel that work ought to go on. Please keep this thread alive with your continual contributions of serial numbers. I will attempt to restart the same thread at Parallax Bill's Place.

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------


    Want to add my serial # for MAS Mle 1949-56 CAL. 7,62 .308

    G 92132 P82
    I would like to know more about this rifle.



    McAuslan
    Gunboards Member



    32 Posts
    Posted - 11/27/2006 : 10:47:55 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------


    A late addition to the survey. MAS 49/56. Parkerized -- finish similar to that of Obsessed's rifle, pictured above. Vertical serial number G 11504. P66. Barrel number under grenade sight 76858. Flash hider.

    I tip my cap to Dan Mayfield.

    McAuslan


    The Stone Master
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    160 Posts
    Posted - 12/22/2006 : 6:59:29 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Syrian MAS 49
    Ser.: F32938 (receiver, stock and trigger guard)
    Cartouche reads 1953

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Cultivons notre jardin -Voltaire in "Candide"
    The Stone Master


    galilman121
    Gunboards Member



    USA
    12 Posts
    Posted - 12/30/2006 : 12:52:42 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I have a MAS 49/56 with the follwing features:

    Muzzle break
    Parkerized finish (green)
    Vertical serial # H2489* (last digit edited for the board)
    [P77] stamped into left side of receiver under rifles designation


    Moe
    Gunboards Super Premium Member



    USA
    530 Posts
    Posted - 02/13/2007 : 10:10:23 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Here ya go.
    MAS 49 non export,grenade launching sight, parkerized
    serial #F 70114 vertical
    P72 rebuild mark
    MAS 49/56 parkerized,type 2 flash hider
    serial #G 67922 vertical
    no rebuild mark that is visable
    MAS 49/56 parkerized,type 2 flash hider
    serial # G 38103 vertical
    P66 rebuild mark

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    War is the remedy our enemies have chosen,I say let us give them all they want. William Tecumseh Sherman


    Super_Sockmonkey
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    117 Posts
    Posted - 03/19/2007 : 05:07:03 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I would like to add my MAS 49/56

    Ser# G47861 it is vertical
    Parkerized a gray/black color
    Rebuild stamp [P82]


    The Stone Master
    Gunboards Premium Member



    USA
    160 Posts
    Posted - 05/24/2007 : 09:35:17 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49 Syria import rifles
    Ser# F329xx


    MAS 49/56 rifles
    Ser# G 160xx
    Has the 1963 type muzzle break
    Is the ser# vertical or horizontal: vertical



    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Cultivons notre jardin -Voltaire in "Candide"
    The Stone Master


    wayne in boca
    Gunboards.Com Gold Star Member



    USA
    1901 Posts
    Posted - 06/01/2007 : 06:24:37 AM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    MAS 49/56 ,dark parkerized,muzzle brake with 22 holes.Serial number G 19309,vertical.

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    This mess is so big,so deep and so tall,we cannot clean it up,there is no way at all.
    The Cat In The Hat
    COG #57
    Frag #30
    NRA Life Member


    Alamas
    Gunboards Member



    France
    40 Posts
    Posted - 07/12/2007 : 12:22:58 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    hi,
    somme serial numbers of MAS 49 and 49-56 I have met these past years:
    F15569 - MAS 49 - Octobre 1951 on the stock rundel- barrel of 1951.
    Bolt and rear sight replaced by spare parts of a MAS 49-56. Last assignation : BT (a Gendarmerie unit) of Carentan. Neutralized weapon.
    F4975X - MAS 49 - 1955 on the barrel. Neutralized weapon.
    F7774X - MAS 49 - August 1957 (stock rundel). Neutralized weapon. Like never been used.
    F7776X - MAS 49 - August 1957 (stock rundel). Neutralized weapon. Like never been used.
    G2713X - MAS 49-56 - P73, barrel of 1971.
    H1543X - MAS 49-56 - Modified in "civilian" caliber.
    It has been written in "la gazette des armes" and repeated by J. HUON that the MAS 49-56 has been produced between 1957 and 1978 for a total of 275240 units : 100 000 of the F serie, 100 000 of the G serie and 75 240 of the H serie. I have some doubts for the 100 000 units of the F serie. I have never seen a MAS 49-56 of the F serie, on any website. As you can see, somme MAS 49 were still produced in august 1947, and we know a MAS 49-56 of 1958, serial number G9282. Despite the events in Algeria, it was a time of peace. And I have doubts about a production of 100 000 MAS 49-56 in less than a year at the MAS in time of peace.
    Does anyone have seen a MAS 49-56 with a serial number under F7776X?
    Best regards
    Alamas


    c_zielsdorf
    Gunboards Member



    55 Posts
    Posted - 08/08/2007 : 1:14:38 PM
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I just got me a nice example of a 49/56

    MAS 1949/56 rifles
    Ser# G5463
    It has a muzzle device (flash hider?) w/lots of holes drilled in it...not sure!
    Ser# is vertical
    Last edited by Buddy; 09-23-2007 at 06:53 PM.
    Email me directly at >> buddyhinton@hotmail.com
    Visit >>>>>>>>>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/
    Main Link to Pictures >> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/
    " It Ain't Braggin'...if you can Do It! "
    '' Life's tough...it's even tougher if you're stupid.''

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Posts
    418

    Default

    49/56 G93290 [p78] 7.5

  3. #3

    Default

    MAS 49 french no GL horz # 15224 not sure on barrel could not get handguard off as this rifle looks unfired.not 1 scratch until I tried to remove the HG it's stuck,very pissed am I! this rifle was imported by CAI it now has cheekpiece and scope but I need a tool for it.Richard

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Posts
    297

    49/56 Survey Input

    49/56
    Vertical s/n H12187
    Beech buttstock and handguard, ?oak? forestock (definitely not beech)
    Slip-on buttpad "1951"
    StraightShooter

    http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/1481/vietnamcampaignribbon4bsi0.jpg
    __________________
    USAF Airborne Reconnaissance
    XXXsupra omne, accuratus

  5. #5

    Default I'll add my collection

    MAS49/56 Vertical s/n H11632, Parkerized, Flash Hider, Looks unfired - accessories still in bubble packs (bayonet, sling, tool kit, 4 mags, oil bottle)

    MAS44 s/n F4184, Parkerized, all numbers match, Very Nice

    Questions - How rare are the MAS44 ? How many made? How many left?

  6. #6

    Default

    I had the MAS 49/56 N° 213 in 7.62 NATO. I sold it in 1989 because my quota of firearm certificates was reached and I bought a Delta H BAR AR 15....
    I am an international Gunboards patron

  7. #7
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Posts
    140

    Default My MAS 1944

    Just purchased F 4077 (as was pointed out its a number made famous by the TV series M*A*S*H*!)

    Dark gray parkerizing. All numbers match. Excellent original condition. G is marked on the front of the barrel. I have not taken the handguard off to see the date. Super nice rifle - can't wait to shoot her!

    E

  8. #8
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    Anchorage, AK
    Posts
    440

    Default two more to add! One is an MSE!

    I have two Mas 49/56:


    MAS 46/56: 1974 rebuild date, parkerized, (pristine), S/N H 0734(X),

    MAS 49/56 MSE: 1968 Rebuild date, 1968 date on Barrel, Parkerized, excellent shape, S/N G 5210(X) M (Vertical), Serial Number also on trigger guard, Deep target crown on Muzzle, (hidden by the muzzle brake /flash hider). MSE Pistol grip stock and cheekpiece. (Was once in the private collection an employee (now deceased) of Century International- the importer)
    Last edited by ak_milsurp; 03-01-2009 at 02:07 PM. Reason: errors
    AK_MILSURP
    Patron Life Member, NRA
    Anchorage, AK

    "Remember the Range day, And keep it holy. May the light of the Holy Tracer guide thy aim"

  9. #9
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Posts
    526

    Default

    Have a Syrian with GL F32911 matching stock

    Have a MAS49 with GL F25031 matching stock.

  10. #10

    Default Buddy ,here is another for the survey.

    MAS Mle 1949-56 Century converted to 7.62/.308 .Serial # is H 149XX . P77 .Barrrel # MAS 1971-CSH with an A in a square overstamped with a 2.There is another number on the barrel in front of the gas-block of 41572. Hope this helps. Russ
    Last edited by ncredleg; 11-14-2008 at 05:31 PM. Reason: spelling

  11. #11
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Posts
    1,281

    Default

    MAS Mle 1949-56 Century import in 7.5. SN G928XX w/ 12205 on the barrel forward of gas block. P78.
    כד יְבָרֶכְךָ יְהוָה, וְיִשְׁמְרֶךָ. The LORD bless thee, and keep thee;
    כה יָאֵר יְהוָה פָּנָיו אֵלֶיךָ, וִיחֻנֶּךָּ. The LORD make His face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee;
    כו יִשָּׂא יְהוָה פָּנָיו אֵלֶיךָ, וְיָשֵׂם לְךָ שָׁלוֹם. The LORD lift up His countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

  12. #12
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    Fort Worth, TX
    Posts
    451

    Default

    1949-56 CAI import, 7.5. SN G707XX, 00727 on the barrel forward of gas block. P81.

  13. #13
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Posts
    432

    Default

    My new to me 49/56, Vertical G 74725, 26336 under grenade sight on barrel, haven't seen under the handguard yet. Threaded barrel w/flash hider, parkerized (85% remaining), re-arsenaled P76 in the box. Nice looking wood not sure what it is...don't think it's beech but not sure how to tell. Tiny CAI import stamp on receiver. Packed in a box that had an old SOG packing slip...must be from SOG years ago! No accessories just 1 mag. Appears to have the front band electro penciled with H21912 and H10875. Looks to me to be a mixmaster?
    Si vis parcem, para bellum

  14. #14
    Join Date
    Mar 2008
    Posts
    267

    Default 44

    MAS 44
    serial # 424X
    Parkerized
    CAI import

  15. #15

    Default Mas 49

    Mas 49
    No GL
    Parked
    Verticle #
    F71XXX

  16. #16
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Posts
    26

    Default

    I am the SOB that invented the conversion that ruined so many good rifles. Sorry but not my fault. Century did not do it right, so they did not have to pay me. They are not ever to be trusted.
    My guns are numbered
    H41748 7.5 french
    vertical numbers
    black park
    chrome lined barrel
    received unfired.(not like that now!!!)
    reliable as the sun coming up in the morning.

    syrian contract mas 49
    sial number f33057
    used condition
    wood dinged, metal excellent, with worn finish, black park
    horizontal number
    top cover number is 35852
    chromed barrel
    Last edited by gunsmith; 01-22-2009 at 01:06 PM. Reason: added info

  17. #17

    Default

    MAS 44, F2303, March 1954, Parkerized, # matching, looks unissued/new.

    MAS 49, F7998, most# matching except:

    Bolt Cover F8712

    MAS 49 Syrian, F37861,
    Most# matching except:

    Bolt Cover F39955
    Bolt F33507.

    MAS 49/56, G31706 vertical, P76, almost zero finish on receiver/barrel (almost white), APX 806.
    Last edited by WilyB; 05-14-2009 at 04:25 PM.

  18. #18
    Join Date
    Jan 2009
    Location
    Indy
    Posts
    72

    Default

    MAS 49/56
    H20388
    Flash Hider
    Vertical

    Another Century .308 conversion

  19. #19
    Join Date
    Feb 2009
    Posts
    4

    Default Good to finally meet you

    Quote Originally Posted by gunsmith View Post
    I am the SOB that invented the conversion that ruined so many good rifles. Sorry but not my fault. Century did not do it right, so they did not have to pay me. They are not ever to be trusted.
    My guns are numbered
    H41748 7.5 french
    vertical numbers
    black park
    chrome lined barrel
    received unfired.(not like that now!!!)
    reliable as the sun coming up in the morning.

    syrian contract mas 49
    sial number f33057
    used condition
    wood dinged, metal excellent, with worn finish, black park
    horizontal number
    top cover number is 35852
    chromed barrel

    As the Chinese say, do not settle for the one who says he knows, go to the one who knew first.

    Besides the occasional slam fire , my MAS .308 does not horribly malfunction, and I have been to the Wolff site and did not see a catagoy for the MAS. I would like to get the recoil spring, and also ask, would it help if I lightened up the handload a spot?

    Could you post a link, should/can I call them? I love this rifle, and do want to "settle" into thinkin it cannot be done right.

    A long time Enfield collector, I find myself strangly drawn to the the MAS, what a rifle! Thanks ahead of time.

  20. #20
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    France
    Posts
    1,123

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by gunsmith View Post
    I am the SOB that invented the conversion that ruined so many good rifles. Sorry but not my fault. Century did not do it right, so they did not have to pay me. They are not ever to be trusted.
    My guns are numbered
    H41748 7.5 french
    vertical numbers
    black park
    chrome lined barrel
    received unfired.(not like that now!!!)
    reliable as the sun coming up in the morning.

    syrian contract mas 49
    sial number f33057
    used condition
    wood dinged, metal excellent, with worn finish, black park
    horizontal number
    top cover number is 35852
    chromed barrel
    Where did you get your barrels chromed?, the barrels made by the French arsenals were not chromed.

    kelt

  21. #21
    Join Date
    Jan 2009
    Location
    Indy
    Posts
    72

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by drtoolz View Post
    As the Chinese say, do not settle for the one who says he knows, go to the one who knew first.

    Besides the occasional slam fire , my MAS .308 does not horribly malfunction, and I have been to the Wolff site and did not see a catagoy for the MAS. I would like to get the recoil spring, and also ask, would it help if I lightened up the handload a spot?

    Could you post a link, should/can I call them? I love this rifle, and do want to "settle" into thinkin it cannot be done right.

    A long time Enfield collector, I find myself strangly drawn to the the MAS, what a rifle! Thanks ahead of time.
    Numrich had some new recoil springs last I checked:
    http://www.e-gunparts.com/product.as...SKU=914320&MC=

    They also say they have firing pins if you want a spare to try blunting the tip for slam fires. Now if I can just get some specific guidance on mod'ing the gas block, my Century convert might be all right after all

  22. #22
    Join Date
    Feb 2009
    Posts
    4

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by boozoo View Post
    Numrich had some new recoil springs last I checked:
    http://www.e-gunparts.com/product.as...SKU=914320&MC=

    They also say they have firing pins if you want a spare to try blunting the tip for slam fires. Now if I can just get some specific guidance on mod'ing the gas block, my Century convert might be all right after all
    I have heard good and bad about installing an adjustable gas system, but to be honest, if I can just lighten up the firing pin with the titanium pin and beef up the recoil spring, I would be very happy to not put any more drills and saws to this rifle than I must. There was some talk of a guy in PA who did it well, but I have no luck finding him. Ill take it from Gunsmith, he seems to know whats going on from day one. I also am shopping for an original in 7.5

  23. #23
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Posts
    4

    Default

    MAS 49 Syrian Contract
    Ser # F38068 all matching except bayonet

  24. #24
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Posts
    26

    Default

    The MAS is a fine rifle. My personal favorite. Mine will deliver 1/2 inch groups at 100 yards all day long, as long as I do my part.(I am not as reliable as the gun unfortunatly).
    Wolff springs have to be made up custom. Send them the original spring, and ask them to make one 3 links longer, and with heavier wire. This will increase the spring rate to an acceptable level.
    The best test is to fire your gun wth the gas block on, single shot. See where the bullets impact the target. Then fire in semi-auto. They should go into the same group. If they impact below the group, your spring is too weak, and the brass is being ejected while the bullet is in the bore of the gun. By increasing the spring tension, the dwell time of the bolt will increase, allowing the bullet to leave the barrel, pressures to go to zero at the case, and easy extraction.
    The extractor has to be altered so it holds the 308 round tight when the bolt comes to the rear. This is one of the reasons for the rim getting ripped off, as the extractor is made for a cartridge of larger diameter. It is fixed easily by filing material off the extractor where it meets the bolt.
    By doing these things, and firing 168 to 190 grain bullets, you will have a rifle that is fantastically accurate, and reliable.
    Do not clean with Windex. All that is is colored water with alcohol in it. Ammonia D has no ammonia in it...
    I use 10 percent ammonia,from tru hardware, followed by Rem oil. Some of the new foaming cleaners have promise, but I do not use them in the MAS because I do not want foaming action in the gas tube.
    Once again, lighten the firing pin by taking metal off the sides of the pin, and keep all tool marks running front to back. You will have no problems with slam fires.
    Enjoy my toy.
    P.S. the 308 that I made, now belongs to my son. I fire one in 7.5, and make brass from 30-06. It bulges a bit at the base, but 10 loading later, with no problems seem to indicate this is no big deal.

  25. #25
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Posts
    26

    Default

    oh I may be the guy from Pa, as that is where I am at. There was one other guy, Toth was his name, but he faded out into the mist when he talked to me at the PGCA show one time.

  26. #26
    Join Date
    Apr 2009
    Posts
    422

    Default Cia 49/56

    A Century Arms masterpiece!

    MAS Mle 1949-56
    Cal 7.62
    .308
    G89642


    22 hole flash hider.

    Gary

  27. #27
    Join Date
    May 2009
    Location
    Colorado
    Posts
    22

    Default MAS 49/56 survey

    MAS 49/56 serial H21150. Can't supply much history beyond being purchased from SOG International in late Jan. 2002. Received in like new/unissued condition and has only fired a few rounds since to ensure proper functioning. Sorry forgot to include the little brown plastic oiler that also came with it in the photo. br

    "qui vit sans folie n'est pas sage qu'il croit" - - La Rochefoucauld

  28. #28
    Join Date
    Dec 1969
    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Posts
    447

    Default More Serial Numbers added..... 1.31.10



    Link to my French MAS Photo Album >>>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/French_MAS/

    Here are More Serial Numbers......

    MAS 44

    F 452 Painted
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...AS_44_F452.jpg

    F 6307 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F6307.jpg

    F 3146 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3146.jpg

    F 2303 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F2303.jpg

    F 3788 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3788.jpg

    F 3958 Painted
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F3958.jpg

    F 4077 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F4077.jpg

    F 4193 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F4193.jpg

    F 4816 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F4816.jpg

    F 4918 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F4918.jpg

    F 5464 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F5464.jpg

    F 5782 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F5782.jpg

    F 6307 Parkerized
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...S_44_F6307.jpg

    ================================================== ==

    MAS 49

    F 25031
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F25031.jpg

    F 31125
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F31125.jpg

    F 33069
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F33069.jpg

    F 33152
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F33152.jpg

    F 33540
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F33540.jpg

    F 35224
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F35224.jpg

    F 36559
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F36559.jpg

    F 37188
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F37188.jpg

    F 37251
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F37251.jpg

    F 37606
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F37606.jpg

    F 39285
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F39285.jpg

    F 39553
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F39553.jpg

    F 44110 Vertical Serial Number
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F44110.jpg

    F 60549
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F60549.jpg

    F 67276
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F64276.jpg

    F 70565
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F70565.jpg

    F 74763
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F..._49_F74763.jpg

    ================================================

    MAS 49/56

    G 1965 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...4956_G1965.jpg

    G 7921 [P78]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...4956_G7921.jpg

    G 13025
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G13025.jpg

    G 13362
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G13362.jpg

    G 15620 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G15620.jpg

    G 17551 [ P81]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G17551.jpg

    G 20819 . 308 [ P78]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G20819.jpg

    G 22124 . 308 [P81]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G22124.jpg

    G 26661 .308 [P83]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G26661.jpg

    G 29089 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G29089.jpg

    G 36817 [P87]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G36817.jpg

    G 37917
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G37917.jpg

    G 39024 [P85]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G39024.jpg

    G 39024 [P82]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G39024.jpg

    G 39579 [P81]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G39579.jpg

    G 41672 [P71]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G41672.jpg

    G 50645 [P73]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G50645.jpg

    G 54653 [P78]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G54653.jpg

    G 67450 [P84]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G67450.jpg

    G 70048 [P92]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G70048.jpg

    G 70776
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G70776.jpg

    G 70988 [P71] [P87]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G70988.jpg

    G 77590 French Civilian Market 7.08 Caliber
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G77590.jpg

    G 80546 [P71]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G80546.jpg

    G 84475 [P84]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G84475.jpg

    G 99892 .308 [P71]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_G99892.jpg

    H 00488 [P80]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H00488.jpg

    H 01420
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H01420.jpg

    H 03982
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H03982.jpg

    H 04508
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H04508.jpg

    H 15808 [P77]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H15808.jpg

    H 18012 [P77]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H18102.jpg

    H 18184 [P74]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H18184.jpg

    H 24866 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H24866.jpg

    H 25206 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H25206.jpg

    H 32247 [P92]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H32247.jpg

    H 32344 .308 [P78]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H32344.jpg

    H 35614 [P77]
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H35614.jpg

    H 41932 .308
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H41932.jpg

    H 44301
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H44301.jpg

    H 44326
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H44326.jpg

    H 55160 [P74] [P91] / Mine
    http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/F...956_H55160.jpg

    Email me directly at >> buddyhinton@hotmail.com
    Visit >>>>>>>>>> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/
    Main Link to Pictures >> http://www.sturmgewehr.com/bhinton/
    " It Ain't Braggin'...if you can Do It! "
    '' Life's tough...it's even tougher if you're stupid.''

  29. #29
    Join Date
    Sep 2007
    Location
    Branson, Missouri
    Posts
    24

    Default

    49/56
    G33678 [P84]
    7.5 x 54
    Flashhider
    Parkerized
    Have not removed wood to check date (yet) Did'nt know it was under there.

  30. #30
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Posts
    333

    Default

    49/56

    G58919 [not refurbed]
    Flashhider
    Parkerized
    Barrel dated 1960

+ Reply to Thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts