Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Waffenfabrik Mauser Oberndorf A. Neckar C96.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Waffenfabrik Mauser Oberndorf A. Neckar
Model: C96
Serial: 902053
Caliber: 7.63x25mm Mauser (.30 Mauser)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Adjustable Tangent Rear
Stock/Grips: Grooved Walnut Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The left side of the frame is marked with the Mauser logo. The right side of the frame is stamped “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER / OBERNDORF A.NECKLAR / D.R.P.u.A.P.” The left side of the barrel shoulder is stamped with a "Crown/U" proof mark. The top of the barrel is stamped “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER OBERNDORF A.N." The bottom of the barrel is marked “CAI.ST.ALB.VT CAL. 7.63 GER”. The top of the bolt is stamped with a “Crown/U” proof mark.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Mauser C96 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of modern weaponry. Developed in 1895 by the Feederle brothers—Fidel, Friedrich, and Josef—the Construktion 96 was a marvel of Victorian-era precision. While initially met with skepticism by Paul Mauser, the design eventually became one of the most prolific semi-automatic pistols of the early 20th century. Its distinctive "Broomhandle" grip and forward-seated magazine created a silhouette that remains instantly recognizable across the globe. Forged from high-carbon steel, the C96 was a "zero-screw" machine; its internal components were hand-fitted to interlock like a mechanical puzzle, held together by tension and geometry rather than traditional fasteners. This monolithic forging featured an integral barrel and receiver extension to maximize accuracy, replenished via 10-round stripper clips through the top of the open action. When mated to its signature wooden holster-stock, the C96 transformed into a high-velocity carbine capable of precise fire at ranges far exceeding contemporary revolvers. From the colonial skirmishes of the Boer War to the battlefields of the Great War and the revolutionary fronts in China, the C96 was more than a sidearm—it was a status symbol of technological dominance. Beyond its military service, the Mauser C96 achieved immortality in popular culture. Its exotic profile served as the visual shorthand for menace in Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels and gritty authority in Western cinema. Most famously, its mechanical aesthetic provided the foundation for Han Solo’s DL-44 Heavy Blaster in the Star Wars saga, bridging the gap between historical reality and science-fiction legend.
Model: C96
Serial: 902053
Caliber: 7.63x25mm Mauser (.30 Mauser)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Adjustable Tangent Rear
Stock/Grips: Grooved Walnut Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The left side of the frame is marked with the Mauser logo. The right side of the frame is stamped “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER / OBERNDORF A.NECKLAR / D.R.P.u.A.P.” The left side of the barrel shoulder is stamped with a "Crown/U" proof mark. The top of the barrel is stamped “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER OBERNDORF A.N." The bottom of the barrel is marked “CAI.ST.ALB.VT CAL. 7.63 GER”. The top of the bolt is stamped with a “Crown/U” proof mark.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Mauser C96 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of modern weaponry. Developed in 1895 by the Feederle brothers—Fidel, Friedrich, and Josef—the Construktion 96 was a marvel of Victorian-era precision. While initially met with skepticism by Paul Mauser, the design eventually became one of the most prolific semi-automatic pistols of the early 20th century. Its distinctive "Broomhandle" grip and forward-seated magazine created a silhouette that remains instantly recognizable across the globe. Forged from high-carbon steel, the C96 was a "zero-screw" machine; its internal components were hand-fitted to interlock like a mechanical puzzle, held together by tension and geometry rather than traditional fasteners. This monolithic forging featured an integral barrel and receiver extension to maximize accuracy, replenished via 10-round stripper clips through the top of the open action. When mated to its signature wooden holster-stock, the C96 transformed into a high-velocity carbine capable of precise fire at ranges far exceeding contemporary revolvers. From the colonial skirmishes of the Boer War to the battlefields of the Great War and the revolutionary fronts in China, the C96 was more than a sidearm—it was a status symbol of technological dominance. Beyond its military service, the Mauser C96 achieved immortality in popular culture. Its exotic profile served as the visual shorthand for menace in Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels and gritty authority in Western cinema. Most famously, its mechanical aesthetic provided the foundation for Han Solo’s DL-44 Heavy Blaster in the Star Wars saga, bridging the gap between historical reality and science-fiction legend.
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
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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.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1175423974 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-24 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1225 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-05-24 17:06:28 |
