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LOT 411
Mauser Large Ring Model 1896
Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol
with Von Lengerke and Detmold Retailer
Markings and Matching Numbered
Shoulder Stock - Serial no. 12538, 7.63
mm Mauser auto cal., 5 1/2 inch round bbl.,
blue finish, walnut grips. Manufactured in 1898. Blade front and 1000-meter tangent rear sights, with the three line Mauser marking on the top of the
chamber area, “crown/crown/U” and “antler” proofs on the sides, and “VON LENGERKE/& DETMOLD/NEW-YORK” marked on the left side of the frame. Von Lengerke & Detmold were New York importers and dealers active in
the early 20th century and were a prominent early pathway of the then-cutting edge Mauser Broomhandle onto the American sporting market. Matching external numbers on the hammer, frame, magazine follower, floorplate, and the interior of the 23-groove grips. A further matching number is present on the mounting iron of the included Broomhandle shoulder stock, which is otherwise unmarked.
CONDITION: Very good, with 30% of the original blue finish, showing mild spotting, areas of brown patina, bright edge wear and light handling marks. A triangle of white paint has been applied to the front sight. The grips and stock are both very good, with numerous scattered mild dents and scuffs overall, and the stock showing some cracking by the mouth. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,750 - 4,250
LOT 412
Mauser Broomhandle Semi-
Automatic Pistol with Stock and Case
- Serial no. 858153, 7.63 mm Mauser cal., 5-1/4 inch round bbl., blue finish,
walnut grips. Marked “ WAFFENFAERIK/MAUSER/OBERHDORF FA/N” on top of
the barrel, Crown over “U” on the left side, and serial number marked on the
left side of the frame. The left side rear of the frame is marked with the Mauser
banner and the right side is marked “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/OBERNDORF
A. NECKER/D.R.P. u A. P.” Fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight up to 1000
meters. Crown over “U” on top of the bolt handle. 12 groove grips with a lanyard ring on the
butt. Also included with this pistol is an original, Mauser banner wooden stock, leather sling (marked in oval,
WAFFENFABRICK SCHORK MUNCHEN), one box of ammo with four clips, and an extra set of 12 groove grips.
Complete in a green canvas covered hard case with leather corners, brass latches, and a wine colored velvet
lining that has ten compartments.
CONDITION: Fine as professionally refinished overall with 99% blue and niter blue remaining. There a few small
areas along the barrel and frame where light pitting has been finished over. Otherwise there are very light handling
marks. The stock is very good as original. “SGT DAVIS” has been carved into the left side and there are numerous minor dents and scratches. The original sling is excellent showing some wear and discoloration. Mechanically excellent. The case is also excellent.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
LOT 413
Bergmann Model 1896 Semi-
Automatic Pistol - Serial no. 1043, 6.5 mm
cal., 4 1/4 inch round bbl., blue finish, hardwood
grips. Manufactured by the firm of V. Charles Schilling of Suhl, the Bergmann
was developed in the mid 1890s, improved upon by Louis Schmeisser, and
was produced in limited numbers. Blade front and notch rear sights, German “crown/crown/U” proofs, Schilling “mountain man” oval logo on the right side of
the frame, and a series of numbers on the individual components to denote order
of disassembly. Fitted with a straw finished trigger and hammer, niter blue safety,
and checkered walnut grips.
CONDITION: Fine, with 60% of the original blue finish, showing scattered spotting, numerous patches of pitting visible on the right side and around the grips, edge wear and mild handling marks. Traces of color are present on the small parts. The grips
are very good with even moderate wear, some chips on both panels at the top, and scattered dings. Mechanically fine.
LOT 414
Excellent Astra Model 900 Semi-
Automatic Broomhandle Pistol - Serial no. 27928, 7.63 mm Mauser auto
cal., 5 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut grips. This is an outstanding
example of a late production Spanish Astra 900 semi-automatic pistol manufactured
circa 1933. A large number of these were known to have been exported to China
prior to World War II. Externally they are a close copy to the 1896 Mauser semi-
automatic pistol, with the same feel, weight, and firing characteristics, however, their
models have a removable side plate that exposes the internal mechanism. The left
side of the receiver is marked “”ASTRA” AUTOMATIC PISTOL CAL 763/PATENTED JULY. 12, 1928/Unceta y
Compania GUERNICA (Spain)”. The serial number is stamped on the left of the frame just above the grip panel. The
right of the frame and forward section of the barrel extension/barrel have the Spanish proof and acceptance marks.
It has a standard fixed, ten-round box magazine, with the rear grip strap machined for an attaching iron. Fitted with
a tangent rear sight graduated from 50-1000 meters, fixed inverted “V” style front sight, twelve grasping groove grips, large ring hammer and lanyard loop on the bottom of the butt. These pistols have an all blued finish with bright niter blue finish on the trigger, bolt release, rear sight slide, rear sight aperture and extractor. The grips are correctly numbered to the pistol with partial serial number “928” on the
undersides. Includes a modern box.
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 98% plus original blue
finish and 95% niter blue on the small components.
The grips are also excellent with a few light handling
marks and sharp serrations. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 3,000 - 4,500
336 Estimate: 2,500 - 3,750