MAS Mle 1949-56 .308 Win/7.62 NATO Converted Semi-Auto Rifle, 19 in Barrel, Parkerized, Wood Stock, French Military Pattern
This French MAS Mle 1949-56 stands out for its uncommon conversion to 7.62×51 mm NATO/.308 Winchester, combining a sought-after chambering with the rifle's proven military pattern. It retains hallmark features such as the left-side integral APX-type scope rail, folding grenade/auxiliary sight with gas shut-off, and 22 mm multi-port muzzle device/launcher spigot, all set on a milled steel receiver with a parkerized finish and hardwood furniture. The bore is excellent, and the rifle presents in very good condition.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light handling marks from previous use are present. The rifle presents very well for its age. Please refer to the photos for close-ups of surfaces and markings.
What's Included
- 3x 5-round detachable steel MAS-49/56 pattern magazines
- Spare recoil spring
- Firing pin
Converted to 7.62×51 mm NATO/.308 Winchester, this Mle 1949-56 offers a chambering that is less commonly encountered for this model. The conversion pairs the rifle with widely available ammunition while preserving the core design and function collectors and shooters value.
The gas-operated, direct-impingement action is paired with a 19-inch barrel and a 22 mm multi-port muzzle device that doubles as a grenade launcher spigot. A folding grenade/auxiliary sight and a gas shut-off are integrated, reflecting the rifle's original multi-role military configuration.
Iron sights include a protected front post and a receiver-mounted adjustable aperture rear sight with an elevation scale to 12. The receiver features a left-side integral APX-type scope rail. A stripper-clip guide notch on the bolt carrier is present.
Construction is robust, with a milled steel receiver in a parkerized finish and hardwood furniture, including a full-length upper handguard and a straight-comb stock with a metal buttplate. Carry and sling options are supported by a large front sling ring and a rear sling pass-through. Length of pull measures 12.75 inches. The rifle feeds from detachable MAS-49/56 pattern magazines and is configured for a 5+1 capacity.