Description
Click here to view the Live Auction 1116254274
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this historical semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Mauser C96 “Red 9”!
This example is a 'Red 9' Mauser C96. Unlike its commercial counterparts, "Red 9" Broomhandles were chambered in the more common 9mm Para caliber, which was used by the German Army and were marked with a large 9 on the grips, which was then filled with red or orange paint to help German soldiers differentiate its caliber from the standard .30 mauser cartridge. Only about 130,000 of these very collectible guns were made, with only about 100,000 being accepted by the army and issued to the troops.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: C96 “Red 9”
Serial: 117297
Date of Manufacture: 1920
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5 ½"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with V-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Grooved Walnut with “9” Marked and Painted
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Mauser C96 “Red 9” is a historically significant variant of the iconic C96 semi-automatic pistol, produced by Mauser from 1896 to 1937. The “Red 9” designation refers to a special contract variant chambered in 9mm Parabellum, created for the Imperial German Army during World War I to supplement the limited availability of the standard-issue Luger P08. Approximately 150,000 units were ordered, and about 137,000 were delivered before the end of the war. The name comes from the large red-painted number "9" burned into the wooden grip panels, intended to prevent confusion with the standard 7.63mm Mauser cartridge used in commercial models. These pistols retained the clip-fed, internal 10-round magazine system and featured 9mm-specific sights graduated from 50 to 500 meters, a distinguishing detail from later civilian conversions.
Model: C96 “Red 9”
Serial: 117297
Date of Manufacture: 1920
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5 ½"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with V-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Grooved Walnut with “9” Marked and Painted
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Mauser C96 “Red 9” is a historically significant variant of the iconic C96 semi-automatic pistol, produced by Mauser from 1896 to 1937. The “Red 9” designation refers to a special contract variant chambered in 9mm Parabellum, created for the Imperial German Army during World War I to supplement the limited availability of the standard-issue Luger P08. Approximately 150,000 units were ordered, and about 137,000 were delivered before the end of the war. The name comes from the large red-painted number "9" burned into the wooden grip panels, intended to prevent confusion with the standard 7.63mm Mauser cartridge used in commercial models. These pistols retained the clip-fed, internal 10-round magazine system and featured 9mm-specific sights graduated from 50 to 500 meters, a distinguishing detail from later civilian conversions.
This particular “Red 9” model maintains the classic features of the C96 design, including a distinctive fixed magazine, a long barrel measuring 5½ inches, and a unique integral stock/holster mounting slot on the rear of the frame. It has a blued finish and is outfitted with grooved walnut grips prominently marked with the painted numeral 9. Sought after by collectors, the “Red 9” represents both a technical and historical milestone: it was one of the first semi-automatic pistols widely adopted by a military force and showcased Mauser's innovation during a pivotal period of firearm evolution. Its limited production numbers and wartime use make surviving examples highly prized for their rarity, caliber distinction, and role in early 20th-century military history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
Our #1 priority is customer satisfaction. We want to build a lasting trust in the relationship with our customers, so that you will always look to us for all your firearms needs. If you have any issues with your transactions please contact us, and we will work with you to resolve any issues you may have. We greatly appreciate your trust in us and we look forward to fulfilling all your future firearm needs.
Bryant Ridge also reserves the right to cancel any sales that may occur while gunbroker.com is experiencing technical issues that affects the entire site or a complete site outage, within an hour of the auction ending.
We have an amazing inventory of classic and collector firearms that we are adding to Gunbroker daily. Stay up to date on all of our latest auction by adding us to your favorite sellers list.
About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection.
