What do u think of this Mauser broom handle
- Thread starter oldcolts
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From what I am seeing as far as values, a crack in a stock doesn't make a huge difference as long as the number matches..Some are trying to get $3000 for ones with stocks with unmatching numbers or repros
Those things that are all original with matching numbers are really bringing high prices or at least they are asking the high prices.
Those things that are all original with matching numbers are really bringing high prices or at least they are asking the high prices.
Lost Sheep
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History
If the guy who owned it before your dealer can shed any light on the history of the gun, that might just boost the value, and if it can be documented from Germany, so much the better. Knowing to whom it was issued or even what military unit might be worth a LOT.
In some circles, provenance is everything.
Lost Sheep
If the guy who owned it before your dealer can shed any light on the history of the gun, that might just boost the value, and if it can be documented from Germany, so much the better. Knowing to whom it was issued or even what military unit might be worth a LOT.
In some circles, provenance is everything.
Lost Sheep
madcratebuilder
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A matching wartime commercial c96 for 2 k is a OK deal. Do not refinish anything. Number matching stock metal is a big plus, 600-800 over non matching.
You can get the barrel sleeved for under $200 if you want to shoot it often. These early BH's are worth much more than the 9mm conversions or clones that flood the market. If you shoot it use the correct ammo.
You can get the barrel sleeved for under $200 if you want to shoot it often. These early BH's are worth much more than the 9mm conversions or clones that flood the market. If you shoot it use the correct ammo.
Walt Sherrill
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The Broomhandle is an interesting piece of firearm history. If the price were low enough, it would be a fun gun to have and play with.
But, unless the one you buy is in "near-to-new" condition, you'll be spending a lot of money for a gun that isn't likely to be sought by a collector or bought by a more-discerning shooter.
(I've heard of guys who paid a lot for guns like nickel-plated Lugers, only to find that they can't sell those guns, later, for anywhere near their purchase price. I suspect that would be the case here, too.)
If it's not collectible -- and collectors prefer guns in much better shape -- you can spend a lot less than $2000 for guns that are a lot more fun to shoot and a lot less hard to find parts for -- or for guns that may have some "collector" value. These other two class of guns may even increase in value faster than inflation -- though it's not likely.
If I had $2000, I would be on the lookout for a nice used SIG P-210; if I found one -- and I think that's possible, I might later be able to sell if for what I paid for it, or a bit more, if I ever NEED to sell it. (And while I don't buy guns thinking I will later WANT to sell them, stuff happens, medical emergencies, etc., and having a gun that can be converted to cash is a good thing.)
But, unless the one you buy is in "near-to-new" condition, you'll be spending a lot of money for a gun that isn't likely to be sought by a collector or bought by a more-discerning shooter.
(I've heard of guys who paid a lot for guns like nickel-plated Lugers, only to find that they can't sell those guns, later, for anywhere near their purchase price. I suspect that would be the case here, too.)
If it's not collectible -- and collectors prefer guns in much better shape -- you can spend a lot less than $2000 for guns that are a lot more fun to shoot and a lot less hard to find parts for -- or for guns that may have some "collector" value. These other two class of guns may even increase in value faster than inflation -- though it's not likely.
If I had $2000, I would be on the lookout for a nice used SIG P-210; if I found one -- and I think that's possible, I might later be able to sell if for what I paid for it, or a bit more, if I ever NEED to sell it. (And while I don't buy guns thinking I will later WANT to sell them, stuff happens, medical emergencies, etc., and having a gun that can be converted to cash is a good thing.)
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I will never shoot this gun. I think since it is in nice shape and all numbers match including the stock, it is probably collectable due to that and its history. The $1000 I gave plus the coach gun that I gave $400 for is something I can at least get my money back from. And hopefully more down the road if I would ever sell it. The coach gun was not appreciating at all.
I would like to find an original Lanyard ring for it. Let me know if you know of one.
thanks.
I would like to find an original Lanyard ring for it. Let me know if you know of one.
thanks.
Walt Sherrill
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$1400 rather than $2000 makes it a bit more tolerable.
Enjoy.
Enjoy.