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Greetings all,
As the title states, I have a Group Industries/Vector Arms Uzi pistol, model #4332S.
I am in the process of looking to sell it, and would like to verify some information I have acquired thus far as well as solicit opinions on its current market value.
The weapon is in excellent to near mint shape. (See attached photos) The only things about it that are most likely are not original are the front light mount (Made by IMI) and the welded stock (Since it is a pistol.)
My belief is that the stock was welded to a non-operational state as the 10.2" barrel in conjunction with the stock deployed was under the required 26" O.A.L. for a rifle, and thus falls under N.F.A. restrictions. It is my belief that the unit could be legally converted to a rifle configuration with the addition of 16" barrel and a functioning stock.
It is my impression that per the BATF, you can make a pistol into a rifle, and back again, but MAY NOT make a rifle into a pistol. (Please note these are my interpretations of the law as I best understand it, NOT legal advice, or "Gospel"!!!
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Overall, as can be seen in the photos, the (I think) Parkerization retains 95+ (or more) of its original finish, the barrel has a clean, shiny bore with sharp lands & grooves, and as this was my Father in Laws pistol, I know it has had a VERY low round count fired through it.
The research I have completed thus far has identified to me that only about 600 of the semi-automatic version of this unit were produced making it relatively rare.
Additionally, I have learned that in regards to Uzis that were produced after the ban was placed on imported IWI units, that the Group Industries product was believed a superior product, and later when purchased by Vector Arms the (Receivers) were then heat treated prior to full assembly to improve wear and overall lifespan.
Links to some of my research:
smallarmsreview.com
smallarmsreview.com
I would like, if possible some advice from the group on:
Have a great day all, I look forward to your replies.
Greetings all,
As the title states, I have a Group Industries/Vector Arms Uzi pistol, model #4332S.
I am in the process of looking to sell it, and would like to verify some information I have acquired thus far as well as solicit opinions on its current market value.
The weapon is in excellent to near mint shape. (See attached photos) The only things about it that are most likely are not original are the front light mount (Made by IMI) and the welded stock (Since it is a pistol.)
My belief is that the stock was welded to a non-operational state as the 10.2" barrel in conjunction with the stock deployed was under the required 26" O.A.L. for a rifle, and thus falls under N.F.A. restrictions. It is my belief that the unit could be legally converted to a rifle configuration with the addition of 16" barrel and a functioning stock.
It is my impression that per the BATF, you can make a pistol into a rifle, and back again, but MAY NOT make a rifle into a pistol. (Please note these are my interpretations of the law as I best understand it, NOT legal advice, or "Gospel"!!!
)Overall, as can be seen in the photos, the (I think) Parkerization retains 95+ (or more) of its original finish, the barrel has a clean, shiny bore with sharp lands & grooves, and as this was my Father in Laws pistol, I know it has had a VERY low round count fired through it.
The research I have completed thus far has identified to me that only about 600 of the semi-automatic version of this unit were produced making it relatively rare.
Additionally, I have learned that in regards to Uzis that were produced after the ban was placed on imported IWI units, that the Group Industries product was believed a superior product, and later when purchased by Vector Arms the (Receivers) were then heat treated prior to full assembly to improve wear and overall lifespan.
Links to some of my research:
The Vector Uzi: History, Evaluation and Test - Small Arms Review
By William R. "Bob" Bishop
smallarmsreview.com
American UZI: Group Industries Model HR4332 Submachine Gun - Small Arms Review
The title of this article is probably confusing to many readers, who may wonder what’s a Model HR4332 submachine gun? Well, it’s better known as an UZI, not made in Israel, but made in the USA. For any original foreign-made machine gun to be transferable to civilians, they had to be imported...
smallarmsreview.com
I would like, if possible some advice from the group on:
- Confirmation or correction of the information I have acquired thus far relating to unit, quality, desirability, etc.
- Confirmation or correction of believed rarity
- Estimation of an expected open market price
Have a great day all, I look forward to your replies.
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