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The Sterling is a sub machine gun that was designed in the United Kingdom after World War 2. The Sterling started its life as the Patchet Machine Carbine. The design was initiated at the end of World War 2. It was to replace the cheap Sten with a more accurate high quality weapon.
The Sterling has very distinct looks with the curved magazine that is inserted sideways. The bolt has spiral grooves that collect dirt within the weapon, making it very reliable for a blowback weapon. The Sterling also is one of the few sub machine guns that can mount a bayonet.
The Sterling fires the 9x19mm round from a 34 round magazine. Most versions, including the ubiquitous Mk 4, are selective fire weapons firing from an open bolt. Semi-automatic versions fire from a closed bolt to increase accuracy. Even though it is a very simple weapon it is known to be very accurate and reliable.