CORRECT WWI BROOMHANDLE MAUSER C96 RED NINE 9MM PISTOL

SOLD FOR: $5,057.50

Correct WWI Broomhandle Mauser C96 Red Nine 9mm Pistol

Make: Mauser

Model: C96 Broomhandle, “Red Nine”

Serial Number: 92505

Year of Manufacture: 1917-1918

Caliber: 9mm Luger

Action Type: Short-Recoil Semi-Automatic Internal Magazine Fed

Barrel Length: 5 1/2″

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a “V”-notch tangent sight graduated from 50 to 500 meters and mounted to the top-rear of the barrel assembly.

Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are serrated walnut with large red “9” burned into each panel. The grips have scattered wear with some nicks, dings, scuffs and scratches. The serrations are well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is gray and the rifling is well defined. There is scattered light erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 6 or 7 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 80% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning all edges. There are some scattered nicks, scuffs and scratches. There is some minor surface oxidation. The action shows operational wear. The screw head is tool marked with a strong slot. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.