Make: U.S. Ordnance Inc. , Reno, Nevada

Model: Browning Machine Gun HB, M2

Serial Number: 2007011

Year of Manufacture: Modern

Caliber: .50 BMG

Action Type: Belt-fed, Short-Recoil, Air-cooled

Barrel Length: Approximate 45"

Sights / Optics: The gun has a leaf-type rear sight, graduated in both yards and mils for ranges from 100 to 2,600 yards. A windage knob permits deflection changes of 5 mils right or left of center. The front sight is a fixed hooded blade.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips on the assembly are two piece synthetic. The charging handle is synthetic. There are a few light storage marks but not significant wear. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips rate in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized, Grey

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bores are bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bores. In this writer’s opinion the bores each rate 9.75/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows very little wear outside of typical storage, transport, and assembly wear. The screw heads are sharp and serviceable. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Pintle Mount, Tripod, T&E, headspace gauge, owner's manual, and 2x 100rd Ammo Cans of Israeli .50 BMG (12.7x99mm) caliber linked 4 Ball / 1 Tracer Ammunition. One ammo can is still chained closed (unopened). A total of 200 cartridges are included in this listing. The ammo cans are dated 2019.

Our Assessment: The Browning M2 Heavy Barrel, universally known as the “Ma Deuce,” stands as one of the most enduring and respected heavy machine gun designs ever fielded. Adopted in the early 1930s and serving continuously through World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and well into the modern era, the M2 earned its reputation through unmatched durability, adaptability, and battlefield presence. This U.S. Ordnance Inc. semi-automatic example faithfully captures the unmistakable form and mechanical character of the original U.S. Government M2HB while remaining compliant for civilian ownership.

Chambered in .50 BMG, the M2’s cartridge history is inseparable from the evolution of heavy weapons, offering long-range capability, barrier defeat, and sustained firepower that defined its role in both ground and vehicle-mounted service. This example presents with exceptional overall condition, strong original finish, crisp markings, and a complete accessory package including tripod, T&E, pintle mount, and plenty of ammo. Configured as a semi-automatic belt-fed rifle, it delivers the full visual and mechanical gravitas of the legendary Browning heavy machine gun, making it a centerpiece-level offering for advanced collectors of U.S. military arms and belt-fed firearms.