This is an outstanding example of an original early production 1930 commercial Broomhandle Mauser pistol. Listed as an early version, this example is actually more of a transition model that it still falls into the late 800,000 serial number range and has the unmilled frame rails and late high polished blue/black finish typical of the late 1930 pistols. These are easily identified by the reinforced chamber, later high polished finish and lack of numbering of all the exposed parts. The chamber is marked "WAFFENFABRIK/MAUSER/OBERNDORF A/N" and left side marked with a single "crown/U" proof mark. Additional "crown/U" proof marked on upper rear of the breech bolt. The right side rear frame is marked " WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/OBERNDORF A. NECKAR/D.R.P.U.A.P." with the Mauser Banner in a milled panel on the left. Standard inverted "V" fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight graduated from 50-1000 meters and late style 12 groove walnut grips with a lanyard loop and ring on butt.

Excellent plus. The pistol retains 99% bright original high polished blue finish with only very slight edge wear. The grips are excellent with an attractive shiny varnish and several small pressure dents on the right panel. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent. A super nice example of a 1930 commercial broomhandle pistol.