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Lot 587: Von Lengerke & Detmold Mauser Model 1896 Large Ring Broomhandle

Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailer Marked and Inscribed Mauser Model 1896 Large Ring Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Shoulder Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Lot 587: Von Lengerke & Detmold Mauser Model 1896 Large Ring Broomhandle

Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailer Marked and Inscribed Mauser Model 1896 Large Ring Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Shoulder Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailer Marked and Inscribed Mauser Model 1896 Large Ring 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: walnut
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1829
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 389
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured circa 1903, and marked for sale via Von Lengerke & Detmold, one of the largest outfitting/sporting goods businesses in New York and an important early importer for the Broomhandle Pistol. Features blade front and 1,000-yard tangent rear sights, the Mauser address on top of the chamber, a small "antler" stamp on the chamber opposite a "crown/crown/U" proof, "VON LENGERKE/& DETMOLD/NEW-YORK" on the left side of the receiver, a short niter blue safety, and matching numbered serrated grips. The right side of the frame is engraved "HORATIO SEYMOUR JR.", who was a civil engineer, surveyor, and politician in New York. Includes a hardwood shoulder stock, fitted with a matching mounting iron.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 50% faded original blue finish and nitre blue with the balance thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and some scattered light surface pitting. The grips are very good with a few scattered minor dings and scratches. The stock is very good with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout and mostly a brown patina on the metal.



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