The Very Rare Commercial Suomi SMG with VFG and Bipod

Published on December 1, 2021
Duration: 7:40

This review details a rare commercial export Suomi M31 SMG, notable for its integrated vertical foregrip and bipod. The Tikkakoski manufacturer offered these modular configurations in the 1930s for international sales. This specific example, bearing Israeli property marks, saw service in the War of Independence before being sold as surplus.

Quick Summary

This Suomi M31 SMG is a rare commercial export model featuring a vertical foregrip and bipod, manufactured by Tikkakoski. It bears Israeli property marks, indicating use during the War of Independence before being sold as surplus.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Rare Commercial Suomi M31 SMG
  2. 01:34Commercial Variations & Markets
  3. 02:19Bipod & Barrel Shroud Mechanics
  4. 03:41Vertical Grip & Magazine Options
  5. 04:59Israeli Markings & History

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Suomi M31 SMG rare?

This Suomi M31 is a rare commercial export version featuring a vertical front grip (VFG) and a bipod, configurations not commonly found on standard military models. Only a small number were produced.

Who manufactured the commercial Suomi M31 SMG?

The commercial export versions of the Suomi M31 SMG were manufactured by Tikkakoski, a Finnish company. They offered various modular configurations for sale in the 1930s.

What is the significance of the Israeli markings on this Suomi M31?

The Israeli property marks indicate that this specific Suomi M31 SMG was acquired and used by Israeli forces, likely during the War of Independence, before being sold off as surplus.

What types of magazines were available for the Suomi M31?

The Suomi M31 was compatible with several magazine types, including 20 and 25-round box magazines, 40 and 71-round drums, and the distinctive 50-round 'Coffin' quad-stack magazine.

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