Original British WWII Sten Mk II/V Display Submachine Gun with Magazine - Serial B0350393 Gun Parts It also still has patent

It also still has patent markings just behind the falling breech: STARR'S PATENT

Overall the hilt is just a bit loose on the tang

measuring 66 inches (5' 6") in length

including the pull tab for the closure

Original British WWII Sten Mk II/V Display Submachine Gun with Magazine - Serial B0350393 Gun Parts It also still has patentOriginal Item: Only one available. Introduced in 1944, the Mk V was essentially a better quality, more elaborate version of the Mk 2. Changes included a wooden pistol grip, a vertical wooden fore grip (only on early versions), a wooden stock, and a bayonet mount. There was a No4 LeeEnfield foresight and the weapon was of better quality manufacture and finish than the Mk2 and Mk3. The Sten bandolier issued to paratroopers held seven full magazines.