Mauser .30 caliber Broomhandle

[fabiandaroca]

I have this mauser .30 caliber broomhandle in very good condition. Looking to purchase it from a collector or sell it for her. I was wondering if anyone out there might know of it's value? The serial number on barrel is 140798 but the rear trigger has a different number 76167. Would appreciate any information anyone can give me. I have very little knowledge of older guns. I own an AR and a Sig 45 cal, but have never come across something like this. The serial numbers date back to approx 1910.  The gun itself is in incredible condition. Please Advise?

[1914mauser]

The wording of your post is curious as it is confusing if you own, are trying to buy this from or are selling this, for a lady. Regardless the C96 in question is a mismatched example. This means it was made from parts of more than one C96. I know this because of the different serial numbers. This removes it from collectible consideration and lowers its value to a shooter. It has also been refinished. I know this because some parts that should have a different finish are blued. Depending on its functioning, value is in the $500-800 range. No other information is important because the year of manufacture and history is void because it has basically lost its originality.

Regards,

[fabiandaroca]

Thank you so much! A friend of mine said he had a buyer for $1000.00. I considered buying it but it not my kind of gun. Again thanks for your reply!


Fabian