C96 Imperial military accepted broomhandle

[Warrior1354]

For many years I have wanted one of these pistols, but I could never find one that fit my condition levels. When I did find a nice one for sale they were usually the commercial models or a Red 9 model. That was the variation of the broomhandle that was chambered in the 9mm Parabellum cartridge. But, I wanted one that was military accepted into German service, and that it was still chambered in the 7.63 mauser cartridge. Finally I was able to locate one back in early July at the ogca show. This pistol is gorgeous, and all matching. Has a great barrel too. Check out the cutter marks of the rifling at the muzzle. It really is a beautiful pistol with that iconic Mauser quality fire bluing. It just glows. Soon I will be getting it an original stock set to start making it a complete rig.

 

[Warrior1354]

Here's an original 1916 dated photograph for my collection showing the C96 pistol rig. You can clearly see the stock that the pistol was stored in, the leather holster with the pouches for the 7.63 clips, and cleaning rod.

 

[Leadeye]

For many years I have wanted one of these pistols, but I could never find one that fit my condition levels. When I did find a nice one for sale they were usually the commercial models or a Red 9 model. That was the variation of the broomhandle that was chambered in the 9mm Parabellum cartridge. But, I wanted one that was military accepted into German service, and that it was still chambered in the 7.63 mauser cartridge. Finally I was able to locate one back in early July at the ogca show. This pistol is gorgeous, and all matching. Has a great barrel too. Check out the cutter marks of the rifling at the muzzle. It really is a beautiful pistol with that iconic Mauser quality fire bluing. It just glows. Soon I will be getting it an original stock set to start making it a complete rig.

Great looking example of a very historic pistol.

 

[Warrior1354]

Great looking example of a very historic pistol.

Thank you. Happy to share it with you all too.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

I got to shoot a buddy's (also 7.63 Mauser) with the stock attached. It was awesome! Accurate little pistol with that stock on it. I'm surprised you were able to get one. I thought @Leadeye already had them all, like @Miller Tyme has all the Mosins.

 

[BigRed]

For many years I have wanted one of these pistols, but I could never find one that fit my condition levels. When I did find a nice one for sale they were usually the commercial models or a Red 9 model. That was the variation of the broomhandle that was chambered in the 9mm Parabellum cartridge. But, I wanted one that was military accepted into German service, and that it was still chambered in the 7.63 mauser cartridge. Finally I was able to locate one back in early July at the ogca show. This pistol is gorgeous, and all matching. Has a great barrel too. Check out the cutter marks of the rifling at the muzzle. It really is a beautiful pistol with that iconic Mauser quality fire bluing. It just glows. Soon I will be getting it an original stock set to start making it a complete rig.

Congrats!!!!

I've got this on my "wish list".

You found an excellent example.

 

[MrSmitty]

Beautiful! I just love the machine marks on that gun. No CNC work there, all craftsmen made.