Posted: 1/20/2007 7:53:51 PM EDT
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well guys i broke down and put some money down on an old broomhandle c96 mauser...It looks beautiful and a bit dirty abut not worn out or refinished. I believe its a good deal...sharp rifling...matching numbers etc. I believe it was made around 1915. I would put it at about 90% bluing and in ecvellent condition. any thoughts on value?? boggheadbang.gif |
Just a word of warning if you take it apart. I cannot remember which part it is, but this particular part can fit 2 ways in the gun. The correct way makes the gun work, the wrong way make you send your pistol off to get fixed! I speak from experience on this. When the part is in backward it prevents you from taking the gun apart again.
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I checked out the links. Thank you very much. It did pose a question that I think I already know the answer to but will throw it out there to you more experienced c96 guys....Should I put the spring kit in it?? It sounds like a good idea. I want the gun to be service ready but I don't intend on shooting it too much. It is mainly for my collection, but all the guns in my collection are able to shoot. I have a k98 mauser that fires fine and did not require any major servicing on it when I bought it. The c96 is in good shape but I guess replacing the springs would ensure proper mechanical functioning. Have any of you guys done this?? bogghail2.gif |
I strongly recommend getting new Wolff springs if you intend to shoot it at all. As long as you have proper instructions, it's no big deal changing them. Also make sure you don't shoot hot 7.62 Tokarev ammo in it, just 7.63 Mauser. |
