This video explores the reasons behind Germany's use of the C96 Carbine during World War I, a departure from the standard Broomhandle Mauser pistol. Expert Jonathan Ferguson delves into why a version with a permanently longer barrel and buttstock was necessary, despite the original pistol's ability to use its holster as a stock. The explanation is linked to the rapid advancements in weaponry and warfare during the conflict. The Royal Armouries, a prominent institution for arms and armor, presents this historical analysis.
This video showcases a rare Chinese Warlord-Era C96 Mauser carbine, specifically one manufactured at the Taku Naval Dockyard. The presenter highlights its potential as a fancy sporting or presentation firearm, drawing parallels to original Mauser-produced C96s. Clues like the Nationalist flags on the buttplate suggest a production date in the late 1920s. The video also promotes the author's book "Pistols of the Warlords" and associated online platforms.
This video showcases a rare and high-end Tsingtao Ironworks C96 Mauser pattern sporting carbine from Warlord-Era China. The presenter highlights its excellent condition and craftsmanship, noting it's a copy of the Mauser pre-war commercial carbine with fine details. The carbine exemplifies the pride of work by skilled craftsmen during that period. The description also promotes a book on Chinese Warlord-Era handguns.
This video provides a book review of 'Deadly Beauties: Rare German Handguns,' a two-volume photographic collection covering German pistols from 1871 to 1945. The review highlights the book's focus on detailed photography of rare and collectible firearms, with brief written sections. It lists specific models featured in both volumes, including various Luger, Mauser, and Walther pistols, with a particular emphasis on historical significance and design development. Links to purchase the books and related merchandise are provided.
This video features a highly rare scoped Mauser C96 "Broomhandle" Sporting Carbine, serial number 12 of only 30 large-ring carbines produced. The carbine boasts its original long barrel and detachable stock, with a vintage telescopic sight added around the time of purchase, not from the factory. The quick-detachable claw mount is typical of German sporting arms from the era. The presenter draws parallels between this 1900s setup and modern pistol-caliber carbines with compact optics, highlighting that tactical applications are not a new concept but were executed with historical style.
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