Originally developed in 1917 and fielded in 1918, the Model 1917, also known as the RSC 1917 (after the designers Ribeyrolles, Sutter and Chauchat), was the first semi-automatic rifle adopted by France. The RSC 1917 and subsequent RSC 1918 were phased out in the mid-20s after seeing service in the Rif War, with the majority being stripped of their gas hardware and converted to straight-pull repeaters (this example escaped this modification) for issue to colonial forces, often in North Africa. Additionally, a number found their way into the hands of the German Volksturm as last-ditch weapons during World War II. Blade front and folding ladder rear sight, with a "MA T.1917" marked barrel and no model or maker markings on the receiver. Fitted with a numbers matching hardwood forend and straight wrist stock with a flat steel buttplate. All visible serial numbers are matching including the barrel, bolt, bolt charger, trigger and wood.

Fine, retains 60% original blue finish with areas fading to smooth brown patina on the balance with some scattered light freckling. Wood is very good as arsenal refinished with numerous scattered dings, dents, scratches and a few cracks at the front of the forearm. Mechanically fine.