SOLD - Commercial Mauser Model 1930 Broomhandle - Chinese Contract
| Year: | 1930's |
| Maker: | Mauser |
| Type: | M1930 |
| Caliber: | .30 Mauser / 7.63mm |
| Bore: | 1/10 |
| Condition: | Worn |
Description
10/16/26 - This is a commercial Mauser Model 1930 Broomhandle made for the Chinese contract market. This variant appeared in 1930 and was the first C-96 to carry a real model designation. Mauser called it the Modell 1930, but the common modern name is the M-30. With the M-30, Mauser dropped the Bolo-sized C-96 for good and returned to the standard formula that had dominated throughout the prewar and wartime eras: a 10-shot magazine, large grip, long barrel, 1000 meter tangent sight, and grooved grip panels. This particular example is all matching, properly double "Crown U" proofed, and marked with Chinese characters on the left side of the frame. It has lost virtually all of its original finish, with areas of splotchy discoloration, cold blue touch-up, and minor pitting on most of the gun. Fitted with replaced reproduction wood grips. The bore rates a 1/10 with worn rifling and obvious pitting throughout. An honest, well-traveled Chinese contract M-30 at an approachable price.
Specifications
| C&R: | Yes |
| Antique: | No |
| Condition: | Worn |
| Bore: | 1/10 |
| Maker: | Mauser |
| Year: | 1930's |
| Type: | M1930 |
| Caliber: | .30 Mauser / 7.63mm |
