*Denmark, Madsen 1950 Model 9mm Sub Machine Gun, Deactivated*
Serial Number: 113111
Calibre: 9mm
Barrel Length: 200mm
The Madsen M-50 (or M/50) is a submachine gun introduced in 1950 and manufactured by Dansk Industri Syndikat, a Danish company based in Copenhagen. Often referred to as “Madsen” after its founder, Vilhelm Herman Oluf Madsen, the company was well-known for its firearm innovations. The M/50 was an evolution of the earlier M/46, with its most notable improvement being a simplified retracting stock. It was officially introduced at Mosede Fort between November 7, 1950, and 1953.
The M/50 is constructed from stamped sheet metal and features an open-bolt mechanism, meaning it fires when the bolt is locked back in the open position. It fires in full-auto mode only and incorporates a grip safety lever positioned in front of the magazine housing—an unusual placement. It shares a distinctive design with the M/46: the receiver is made from two stamped sheet metal halves, shaped to include an integral rear pistol grip and magazine housing. These halves fit together like a clamshell, hinged at the rear of the pistol grip, and are secured with a barrel locking nut threaded onto the front section of the receiver. The firearm is equipped with a folding stock made of tubular steel covered in leather, which folds onto the right side of the weapon.
The M/50’s combination of simplicity, unique design, and robust construction made it a notable submachine gun of its era.
*Condition*
Good used condition. It is deactivated and the bolt moves but does not engage. The magazine can be removed. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
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