Designed by George Lanchester and manufactured by Sterling Engineering of Essex, the Lanchester Mark I* submachine gun was a close descendant of the German MP28/II; the need for quality combat gear was rather pressing for Britain at this time, and an attitude of "if it works, it works" carried the day with the Mark I*. Big changes include the elimination of select fire operation in favor of a simpler full auto only action (the critical change that distinguishes the MkI* from the MkI), the integration of a closed bolt safety (absent from this example), and a permanent bayonet lug for a SMLE knife bayonet. Chiefly used by the Royal Navy, the Mark I and Mark I* provided strong close-in firepower. Blade front and two-leaf rear sights, with the tubular receiver doubling as a ventilated barrel shroud, with the top of the brass magazine well marked "LANCHESTER/Mk.I*/SA. M619/24036 A-s.s." on top and "S&S ARMS CO" on the underside. Fitted with a SMLE pattern hardwood stock with a brass buttplate. With extra stock.

Very good, with 40% of the thin arsenal blue finish, showing areas of brown patina and mild handling marks. The brass shows a well aged patina, and the refinished stock is good with some light cracking near the hinge with numerous scattered scuffs and dents overall. Mechanically excellent. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms Act (NFA), fully transferable Class 3, which is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, (BATFE) that is classified as a "Curios or Relic" as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11. These weapons are still subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479.