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Lot 218
Chinese Marked Mauser C96 Broomhandle Pre-War Commercial Pistol on Display Stand
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,500 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Serial: 898306
Manufacturer: Mauser Werke Oberndorf-Germany (c. 1932-1934)
Model: C96 Broomhandle (Pre-War Commercial)
Caliber: 7.63x25 Mauser
Barrel length: 5.5 in.
OAL: 11.75 in. (stand: 14.25 in x 6 in.)
Condition: Good; wood grips have significant wear & patina; barrel & frame retain most of blue finish w/ fair amount of wear & some gray/brown patina; grip frame has darker brown patina w/ some pitting; light scattered pitting; bore is good & bright w/ light frosting & strong rifling
Includes: non-matching magazine floorplate & bolt stop; lanyard loop; wood stand w/ brass plaque
Marked: plaque on display stand marked "BROOMHANDLE MAUSER / MODEL 1896"; left side of frame has Mauser banner stamp; crown / "U" proofs; right side of barrel punch marked w/ Chinese acceptance mark
Provenance: Property from the monumental lifetime collection of a distinguished Dallas, Texas business leader and ranch owner.
C&R or FFL NICS Check Required: Please have FFL license copy emailed to firearms@vogtauction.com
Manufacturer: Mauser Werke Oberndorf-Germany (c. 1932-1934)
Model: C96 Broomhandle (Pre-War Commercial)
Caliber: 7.63x25 Mauser
Barrel length: 5.5 in.
OAL: 11.75 in. (stand: 14.25 in x 6 in.)
Condition: Good; wood grips have significant wear & patina; barrel & frame retain most of blue finish w/ fair amount of wear & some gray/brown patina; grip frame has darker brown patina w/ some pitting; light scattered pitting; bore is good & bright w/ light frosting & strong rifling
Includes: non-matching magazine floorplate & bolt stop; lanyard loop; wood stand w/ brass plaque
Marked: plaque on display stand marked "BROOMHANDLE MAUSER / MODEL 1896"; left side of frame has Mauser banner stamp; crown / "U" proofs; right side of barrel punch marked w/ Chinese acceptance mark
Provenance: Property from the monumental lifetime collection of a distinguished Dallas, Texas business leader and ranch owner.
C&R or FFL NICS Check Required: Please have FFL license copy emailed to firearms@vogtauction.com
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