November, 1944 FM23-65 War Department Field Manual: Browning Machine Guns Cal. .50 HB, M2

The 169-page wartime manual was designed to take a soldier from basic mechanical understanding to advanced combat proficiency. It primarily covers: Mechanical Operation: Detailed guides on mechanical disassembly and assembly, functional operation, and the cycling of the gun. Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Instructions for proper care, cleaning, and managing structural stoppages or misfires in combat conditions. Tactical Training: Guidance for operating the weapon across both standard ground tripods and complex combat vehicle mounts. Anti-Aircraft Gunnery: Specialized training segments for identifying and engaging low-flying aerial targets. Ammunition & Logistics: In-depth breakdowns of ball, armor-piercing, incendiary, and tracer ammunition specifications. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
Dimensions: 4.5" x 6-7/8"

Condition: Excellent Condition with no missing or torn pages