Lot 4384
An engraved Mauser C 96, "Prewar Commercial", cased
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
Cal. 7,63mmMauser, SN. 140567, matching numbers. Barrel slightly matte. Ten shots. Proof marks double-Crown/"U". Manufactured in 1913. Sliding rear sight graduated 50 - 1000. Magazine floor plate release button. No lug for shoulder stock. On top of chamber three-line, on the right hand side of frame two-line maker's mark. Covered in tendril engravings of outstanding quality, including small parts, highlighted with gilt line engraving along the edges. Bluing > 99%. Extractor and some small parts nitre-blued. Hammer and locking case case-hardened. Dark brown, carved walnut grips with fine checkering. Lanyard ring. Presented in a case covered with black sheepskin, dimensions 34.5 x 23.5 x 5 cm, a silver crown on the top. The lid lined with red baize, carrying a golden "Mauser" maker's mark, the base lined with wine-red baize, some staining. Contains two ammunition pouches of black leather, a cleaning rod with carved wooden handle and a magazine spring. Mint condition. Cf. Kersten / Moll / Schmid, C 96 1904 - 1915, pp. 122–123, where this gun is illustrated and described in great detail.WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here
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