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War-time C96

ECO-DAVE
I would like to know how much value is lost do to numbers on hammer and bolt don't match. The frame and barrel match.

Thank you
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  • givette
    Mauser C-96's are one of the most value variable pistols, depending on condition. If yours is 'average', and mismatched, $600 is a good price for a transaction. But here's the rub..

    I know what 'average' C-96's should look like. The value scale is a little 'off' from other vintage handguns (a little more condition enhanced-as collectors use modern firearms valuations), and would surely need a photo or two to see just what category yours falls into.

    Good example is a Colt SAA and a Mauser C-96. Both mf'd in 1898, say. The Colt can, and is, valued using the NRA 'antique' valuation scale, while the Mauser would take a nosedive if it showed the same patina, 'roach' finish, etc. Most C-96 are graded using the modern firearms condition scale. Best, Joe
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  • ECO-DAVE
    Thanks Givette,

    Good Info
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  • ECO-DAVE
    I would like some info on this pistol please.

    1. the bore appears to be sleeved. says 7.63 germany on botton of barrel. bore looks good...normal to see a sleeve?
    2. the safety will only work if i pull the hammer back a bit when cocked then it moves forward into the safe postion. Normal for a old pistol??
    3. Serial # 4325xx French contract?? round grip with short barrel

    Thank you
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  • rufe-snow
    quote:Originally posted by ECO-DAVE
    I would like some info on this pistol please.

    1. the bore appears to be sleeved. says 7.63 germany on botton of barrel. bore looks good...normal to see a sleeve?
    2. the safety will only work if i pull the hammer back a bit when cocked then it moves forward into the safe postion. Normal for a old pistol??
    3. Serial # 4325xx French contract?? round grip with short barrel

    Thank you


    It would be best if you could post quality photos.

    1), It shouldn't be sleeved. Sounds like the barrel; was in bad shape internally, so it was sleeved.

    The "Germany" marking is required by U.S. law on all manufactured goods imported for sale into the U.S.. The country of origin has to be marked.

    This means that the Broom Handle was imported for commercial sale into the U.S.

    2), Safety seems to be OK. I believe I had a similar one years ago. It was marked "NS" on the hammer.

    3), Don't know about the "French Contract"? The ones with the short barrels are known as "Bolos". Not as common as the full sized Broom Handles.

    Because of mismatched parts and relined barrel, I would be wary of paying top dollar for what is essentially a "shooter" grade pistol. My experience with collectors is that mismatched, reworked guns are not big ticket items, and are hard to move unless priced at a substantial discount.
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  • givette
    Round grip with short barrel? Maybe you have a 'Regulation of 1920' compliant gun? In order to comply with the 1920 directive, no handgun barrel was allowed greater than 100mm in length in Weimar stockpiles. There should be a 1920 stamping somewhere on the upper receiver.

    The civilians didn't have to adhere to the 1920 regulation.

    You've ruled out the Bolshevik contract guns (Bolos), correct?

    Your header says 'Wartime C-96'. The Wartime Commercial variant had a 'standard length' barrel. Pics a must, please! Joe
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