Nov 9, 2015 · During World War I, the Imperial German Army contracted with Mauser for 150,000 C96 pistols chambered in 9mm Parabellum to offset the slow production of the standard-issue Luger P08 …

Jun 9, 2015 · A long time ago I posted a thread asking for advice on purchasing a C96 that was offered to me. I did end up buying that pistol and it's pretty much a dream come true for me. The stock …

Aug 22, 2010 · I just purchased a C96 9mm Broomhandle Mauser. It is brand new still in the box and chambered for 9mm. The label on the box is IAR, Inc. Serial # 47151. It looks in new condition too. …

Jul 22, 2012 · So I've learned a lot about this red 9 I inherited from Grandpa, but most of all I've learned that there is infinite variability in broomhandle values based on different condition characteristics. …

Jul 18, 2021 · I keep it in my favorites, hoping that it will come back someday - C96 Broomhandle Mauser , but so far nothing. I once sent the owner of the site pictures of my Red 9 with the …

Jan 12, 2015 · Considering most C96 part stock comes from used, parted out pistols my impression is that a replacement bolt stop that isn't brand new would likely have similar wear already on it. I think …

Dec 9, 2012 · It greatly depends on how you define the word 'real'.. Real, as in a C96 pattern that fires 9mm luger, then hell yes. enjoy.. Real, as in Authentic 'Red 9', probably not, the red 9s are extremely …

May 19, 2018 · Mauser C96 Import question Jump to Latest 3.8K views 12 replies 5 participants last post by brushhippie May 25, 2018 brushhippie Discussion starter

Oct 1, 2022 · The Mauser C96 The distinctive C96 'Broomhandle' became Mauser's most successful pistol. Uncover the C96's history, numerous variants, and its eventual fall from grace.

May 19, 2025 · What you have there is a post WW1 C96 Mauser M30 Model. It's was made around 1931-33. It looks like it's been refinished at some point. Take it apart and make sure that all the …