{"product_id":"denix-sten-mark-ii-uk-1940-non-firing-replica","title":"Denix Sten Mark II, UK 1940 – Non-Firing Replica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDenix Sten Mark II, UK 1940 – Non-Firing Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e – a detailed collector's submachine gun by \u003cstrong\u003eDenix\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Spanish maker of historical replicas since 1966. Sten Mark II, 9 mm caliber, United Kingdom 1940 (World War II). It recreates a piece from the First and Second World War (1914–1945) period, made of metal with a black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003enon-firing display replica\u003c\/strong\u003e: the mechanism is simulated for realism, it cannot fire and cannot be converted to fire. Made for collectors, film and history enthusiasts, home and office display, theatre and photography props.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthentic replica of this machine gun that was born in 1940 when England was alone and threatened by an imminent invasion by Germany. The government was in urgent need to equip their soldiers with a weapon of own production. Thus was born the Sten submachine gun, a weapon with a debatable design and reliability, but also one of the most easily recognizable of the Second World War would end up being used by both airborne troops and special operations forces as resistance to almost all the countries occupied by the Germans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt was used by the forces of the Commonwealth during World War II and the Korean War . Its most notable features were its simple design and low cost of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name STEN is an acronym derived from the names of the leading designers of weapon: the Mayor Reginald Shepherd, Harold Turpin, and Enfield, the place where is located the Royal Small Arms Factory (RSAF) of London . Some four million Sten of several versions were produced during the 1940s .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sten submachine gun used cartridge pistol 9 x 19 , which was a bonus if captured German ammunition, as they could use. The Sten was small and could easily concealable divided into several parts, and, therefore, was appreciated for operations of the partisans in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Denix (Spain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenix reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1148\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Submachine Gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e First and Second World War (1914–1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,094 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisplay ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShow it on a wooden stand, in a glass cabinet or a shadow box, or on the wall of a study, library or games room. Pair it with other Denix replicas from the same era for a themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDust with a soft dry cloth; wipe metal parts occasionally with a few drops of light oil to keep the finish bright. Keep away from humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: this item is a non-firing replica sold for display only and to adults (18+). Buyers are responsible for checking the rules on imitation firearms in their country before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree worldwide shipping with tracking, carefully packed in protective packaging. 14-day returns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Objeva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48836452057225,"sku":"DNX1148","price":334.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/2566\/7977\/files\/DNX1148_0.jpg?v=1793466473","url":"https:\/\/objeva.com\/products\/denix-sten-mark-ii-uk-1940-non-firing-replica","provider":"Objeva","version":"1.0","type":"link"}