I Have This Old Gun: Chinese Broomhandle Mausers
This "American Rifleman Television" segment dives into the history and significance of Chinese Broomhandle Mauser pistols. It highlights their status as one of the world's first successful semi-automatic handguns, originally developed in Germany. The video emphasizes the substantial demand for these pistols in China during the Warlord period, leading to widespread adoption by the military and warlords, and even domestic production of copies. Featured is American Rifleman Field Editor Garry James discussing the C96 Mauser's features and its impact in China.








