FN Herstal Model 1949 (SAFN) Egyptian Contract 8mm Mauser, 23 in Barrel, Threaded Muzzle, Adjustable Gas, 10-Round Fixed Magazine
This Belgian-made FN Model 1949 (SAFN) is an Egyptian contract rifle chambered in 8mm Mauser, distinguished by its Egyptian national crest and Arabic sight graduations. It features FN's black enamel over phosphate finish, an adjustable gas regulator on the gas block, and a factory-threaded barrel. This example is in very good overall condition with an excellent bore, combining collector appeal with the hallmark features of the Egyptian contract variant.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This military-surplus rifle is in great shape for its type.
What's Included
- FN Herstal Model 1949 (SAFN) Egyptian Contract 8mm Mauser semi-automatic rifle
Made in Belgium by FN Herstal in the post-WWII era, this SAFN is an Egyptian contract rifle identified by the national crest on the receiver ring and Arabic numerals on the rear sight. The left receiver rail carries the FN manufacturer legend, underscoring its origin and contract provenance.
The rifle uses a semi-automatic, short-stroke gas piston system with a tilting bolt. An adjustable gas regulator on the gas block (forward of the handguard) allows tuning for ammunition and conditions. Feeding is via a fixed 10-round internal magazine, loaded by stripper clips through the action.
It wears a 23-inch barrel with a factory-threaded muzzle and bayonet lug under the front sight base. Sighting equipment includes a protected front post and a receiver-mounted tangent rear sight with Arabic graduations and a windage-adjustable knob on the right. A top-cover/dust cover shields the receiver, and the charging handle is on the right, integral to the bolt carrier.
The rifle retains FN's black enamel over phosphate finish on its steel receiver and metalwork, paired with a full-length wood stock featuring a semi-pistol grip, sling swivels, and a two-piece upper handguard. Length of pull measures 12.75 inches.