Mauser C96 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol 7.63x25mm (1905) w/ Stock
SOLD FOR: $1,882.00
LSB#: WY250201TH025
Make: Mauser
Model: C96 Broomhandle
Serial Number: 50946
Year of Manufacture: 1905 (C&R Eligible)
Caliber: 7.63x25mm Mauser
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Internal Magazine Fed by Stripper Clips
Markings: Standard factory Mauser markings, including serial number and manufacturer details.
Barrel Length: 5.5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade. The rear sight is a tangent sight graded from 50-1000 meters.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The pistol comes with a detachable wooden shoulder stock. The stock is in Very Good condition, showing light handling marks but no cracks or major damage.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Internal magazine fed by stripper clips.
Type of Finish: None Remaining, Aged Gray Patina
Finish Originality: Original (Nearly All Finish Worn)
Bore Condition: The bore is dark with worn rifling and light erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 5/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains little to no original finish, with a consistent gray patina throughout. The metal shows pitting and age-appropriate wear but remains structurally sound. The screw heads are serviceable, and the markings are clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Fair to Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a detachable wooden shoulder stock, a leather holster, a belt, and extra parts in a modern Pistol Service Pack from “Precision Gunsprings.”
Our Assessment: The Mauser C96, or “Broomhandle,” is one of the most recognizable and historically significant pistols of the early 20th century. Used by military forces, revolutionaries, and adventurers worldwide, it was one of the first successful semi-automatic pistols, with a distinctive integral magazine and an optional shoulder stock for increased stability.
This particular example was manufactured in 1905, placing it in the classic early production era of the C96. While the original finish has worn to a gray patina, the pistol remains mechanically functional. The bore shows wear, but the action is intact.
What makes this package particularly interesting is the inclusion of a period-style wooden stock, a leather holster, a belt, and modern replacement parts, ensuring continued functionality. Whether for historical collection, potential restoration, or display, this C96 is a fascinating relic of early semi-automatic pistol development and remains a desirable piece for collectors and enthusiasts. So bid high and bid firm. Please take a look at the condition in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
