I recently picked up a Mauser C96 Broomhandle to add to my small collection of historical weapons.
This C96 was made between 1911 and 1915 and a former owner had it refinished and reblued. The bore is matte and about 40%, which was surprising because of the good deal I got on this weapon.
A few of the internal parts had been replaced, but the hammer pivot/sear spring was very weak and I ordered a new one to make it safe to fire without going full auto.
I replaced the pivot and fired a stripper clip full of ammo through it today flawlessly. Awesome!
This C96 was made between 1911 and 1915 and a former owner had it refinished and reblued. The bore is matte and about 40%, which was surprising because of the good deal I got on this weapon.
A few of the internal parts had been replaced, but the hammer pivot/sear spring was very weak and I ordered a new one to make it safe to fire without going full auto.
I replaced the pivot and fired a stripper clip full of ammo through it today flawlessly. Awesome!