Mar 16, 2020 · The CR39 (“crosse repliable”, or folding stock) is the paratrooper version of the MAS 36. The need for a more compact and transportable pattern was recognized almost as soon as the MAS 36 was finalized, originally for paratroops but in practice also for alpine troops.

MAS-36/CR39 Paratrooper Rifle. In 1939, the French military realising the importance of airborne troops began developing an adaptation to their new standard infantry rifle the MAS-36. Retaining the rifle’s receiver, French engineers came up with a design which shortened (even down to the length of the integral spike bayonet), lightened and ...

The MAS-36 was intended as an economical, simple bolt-action rifle to serve with rear-echelon, colonial and reserve troops and meant to share machining and pave the way for a new standard semi-automatic rifle before the next big conflict.

This is a very rare limited production French MAS 36, (CR 39 variant) folding stock paratrooper rifle. The design was produced in the early 1950 and was termed as the model "CR 39", and was used for only a very short time before being replaced by the FAMAS rifle.

French MAS-36 rifle, manufactured in 1945, in very good condition with 85% finish. 3/5 Bore. 4/5 Stock. Rifle was converted from its original configuration into a CR36 "Paratrooper" model. 18" barrel.

Jul 7, 2022 · These two collector rifles – the MAS-36 and MAS-49 – showcase the direction that the French were planning on going prior to WWII. Progress was obviously impeded by the French capitulation...

https://www.headstamppublishing.com/french-rifle-bookThe CR39 ("crosse repliable", or folding stock) is the paratrooper version of the MAS 36. The need for a...

Even after it was replaced as the standard service rifle by the semi-automatic MAS-49, the MAS-36 was adapted for specialized roles, such as a sniper rifle variant designated as the MAS-36 CR39. Today, the MAS-36 is a prized artifact for collectors and history enthusiasts alike.

Apr 26, 2022 · Dès l’adoption du MAS36, l’armée française souhaite obtenir une version compacte pour équiper les parachutistes. En avril 1937, la Manufacture d’Armes de St-Etienne va fabriquer les premiers prototypes de ce qui deviendra le MAS 36 CR39.

"Fusil a repetition de 7.5 MM," in French.