*Early, C1915, German, Broom-Handled c96 Mauser Semi-Automatic Pistol with Original Shoulder Stock. Waffenfabrik Mauser Oberdnorf A/N. Deactivated*
Serial Number 352135, clearly marked on the barrel and twice below the hammer. Cal.7.63mm. Barrel length 14cm.
The famous Broomhandle! The Mauser C96 (Construktion 96) is a semi-automatic pistol that was originally produced by Mauser from 1896 to 1937. This particular C96, Serial 352135 was manufactured between 1915-1921. The intertwined “NS” mark (Neues Sicherung or New Safety) and the numbers 299 appears on the back of the hammer. The hammer must be moved back beyond the cocked position to engage the safety. Waffenfabrik Mauser Oberdnorf A/N is engraved on the top of the barrel. The Crown/U proof mark which was found on all Mauser pistols and rifles made before 1940 when the proof mark was changed to an Eagle/N. Comes with what appears to be an original, non matching wooden stock with the letters R.F. 1926 carved into it and serial number 145 to frame attachment.
With its long barrel and high-velocity cartridge, the Mauser C96 had superior range and better penetration than most other pistols of its era; the 7.63×25mm Mauser cartridge was the highest-velocity commercially manufactured pistol cartridge until the advent of the .357 Magnum cartridge in 1935.
The Mauser C96, a versatile pistol, found use in various conflicts and wars throughout history. It served in colonial wars, World War I, the Irish Civil War, the Estonian War of Independence, the Spanish Civil War, the Chinese Civil War, and World War II. In China’s Warlord Era, the C96 became popular due to European embargoes on exporting rifles. It was widely copied during this time. In the Russian Civil War, it was favored by Bolshevik commissars and used in the execution of the Russian imperial family. Prominent figures such as Winston Churchill and Lawrence of Arabia wielded the Mauser C96 in battles, and Indian revolutionary Ram Prasad Bismil utilized it during the Kakori train robbery. Additionally, Chinese communist general Zhu De carried a Mauser C96 during the Nanchang Uprising.
*Condition*
This is a rare early c96 and as such is in good condition given its age and likely use. The makers mark and serial numbers are still clear and visible. Some light pitting in places. It cocks and dryfires. Grip is slightly loose.The original shoulder stock is in very good condition. Deactivated certificate included. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
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