MG42 need help

[Thomas Anf]

Hi,

I have for a while been looking to buy a complete deko MG42. I have not had luck in finding a numbers matching MG, however I have been offered this beauty. I'm not that good at spotting mix-matches so I'm asking for your help.

Is this the real deal of MG42 or is it a mix match of other MG42 parts (I.e. Yugo)

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[Patty D]

Unfortunately, the barrel, barrel door and buttstock are Yugo - with other smaller parts likely to be as well.

The MG is also missing the rear AA sight.

[Sturmtiger]

lafette is 34/42 converted to MG74 by the austrians POSTWAR

[Thomas Anf]

I got some more pictures of the markings

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[Patty D]

The bipod and bolt are also Yugo.

[Sturmtiger]

I assume top cover is a fake

[jonathanseverin]

I assume top cover is a fake

The top cover is original, the Yugos added the serial number post war.

Jonathan.

[Thomas Anf]

I really appreciate all the help guys. Thank you