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Lot 1540: Mauser WWI Military Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol w/Stock

Mauser Model 1896 Wartime Commercial Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Shoulder Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1540: Mauser WWI Military Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol w/Stock

Mauser Model 1896 Wartime Commercial Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Shoulder Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Mauser Model 1896 Wartime Commercial Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Shoulder Stock

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: 1896
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7.63 mm Mauser auto
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1241
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 276
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured early in the "Wartime Commercial" production range of 290,000-440,000. Blade front and 1,000-meter tangent rear sights, with the three-line address on the top chamber flat, "crown/crown/U" on the chamber and bolt, "crown/Gothic letter" on the right side of the chamber and the two-line address on the right side of the frame. External numbers are matching overall with a New Safety hammer, slotted back strap, and 33-groove grips. Additional matching numbers are present on the inside of the grips and on the floor plate. A shoulder stock is included, with a military "letter" stamp below the hinge and "382" on the iron.

Rating Definition:

Fine with 75% of the original blue finish, showing a refinished repair on the floor plate, patches of brown and gray patina, bright edge wear and scattered handling marks and spotting. The grips are good, with some mild dents. The stock is good as refinished/repaired, with a small patch of wood near the refinished hinge and scattered dents. Mechanically very good.



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