My meager bid of 2500 has been bested so I will comment.
My research at the National Archives shows that many guns were repaired prior to Bannerman sale and 15-20% of the test guns were not in working order and remained after the Bannerman sale. They were repaired by Rock Island or Springfield arsenal, who had received plenty of original replacement parts. The Ordnance Dept. put an ad out in various publications and these guns were sold to individuals all over the country. IMO, the repaired guns are among the most used in the tests and are one of the few collectible firearms that I don't mind the mismatch at all. A similar mismatch sold for 4200 on GB about 18 or so months ago. I am guessing this one will sell between 3-4k.
I have no affiliation with the seller, and don't care to pump up the value as I collect 'em and don't resale 'em.
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My militaria collection is dedicated to the memory of my Grandfather, Marine Gunnery Sergeant Dave Hill, Jr., wounded in action at The Assault of the Second Marine Division on Betio Island, Tarawa Atoll, 20-23 November, 1943. http://www.tarawa1943.com/pages/casualties%20tarawa.htm
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