Designed by aBelgian army officer in 1951. A conventional post World War Two SMG of stamped construction. Grip safety, dust cover over ejector port and capable of firing single shots or fully automatic this weapon was adopted by the Belgian army and saw extensive use in the Congo and other parts of Africa. A reliable and safe weapon to use. .
Marks and Stamps: (L side of mag housing) 52 VIG M1 Serial no (L side of receiver) LICENCE VIGNERON (Grips) CMHAccession Number: 227 | Period of Use: 1952 - present |
Type: Machine pistol/SMG | War Zones: Congo; Central Africa |
Country of Origin: Belgium | Type Date: 1953 |
Manufacturer: Societe Anonyme Precision Liegeoise, Herstal | Serial Number: 014161 |
Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 9mm Parabellum |
Weight: 3290g | Length Overall: 889mm |
Cyclic Rate: 625rpm | Length Barrel: 305mm |
Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 19055 |