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Lot 1552:Mauser 1896 Pistol 7.63 mm Mauser auto

September 10th, 2016|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1552:Mauser 1896 Pistol 7.63 mm Mauser auto

September 10th, 2016|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$900 - $1,400

Mauser Model 1896 Small Ring Commercial Broomhandle Pistol with Trunk Case

Blade front and tangent rear sights graduated to 1,000 meters, with the top of the chamber marked "WAFFENFABRIK/MAUSER/OBERNDORF A/N", "Crown/Crown/U" proof on the left, and "GERMANY" on the right flat. The right side of the frame is marked "WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/OBERNDORF A NECKAR." Matching numbers on the chamber, hammer, housing, bolt and frame, with a small ring "NS" marked hammer, niter blue small parts and grooved grips. With cleaning rod, 5 dummy rounds and three stripper clips. The custom case has a combination lock and is lined in red wine velvet.

ConditionVery fine. The pistol retains 80% post-war refurbished blue finish showing some minor thinning and some high edge wear. There are a few spots of touch-up on the barrel. The small parts retain 70% original niter blue finish. The grips are very fine with a couple pressure dents from the lanyard ring and a few blemishes in the grooves. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine showing some soiling on the canvas exterior and some high spot wear on the lining.

Details

ManufacturerMauser

Model1896

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge7.63 mm Mauser auto

Barrel5 1/2 inch round

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL