Product Description
H.Dv. 216/6 – Das Maschinengewehr 42, for the M.G. 42, translated to English. This manual was published in 1956. Part I has many graphics showing the complete disassembly and assembly of the MG42, right down to taking the cocking handle out and detailed assembly of the bolt, including the spring-loaded bolt catch. It also has information about the different nozzle sizes required for 8mm and NATO 7.62 ammunition, and 7.62 cartridge data.
It contains a very detailed description of the sequence of operation, including full graphics of how the recoil booster, recuperator, trigger, and bolt function in detail. This single volume has a Part I and Part II.
Part II contains a full parts list, and many diagrams of the sub-assemblies and individual parts. Part I - 80 pages, Part II - 40 pages, 120 pages total. If you're only going to get one of my translated MG42 manuals, this should be it so that you can fully understand the sequence of operation. The MG42 is a complicated weapon that demands understanding to operate successfully, and this manual explains how it all works. For the owner of an MG42 in either semi or full-auto, I consider this manual to be a must have. If you're building a semi-auto MG42 or have a parts kit, PDV 918 (above) should also be one of your choices.
