Description

The Mauser C96 was one of the first successful semi-automatic pistols in history, instantly recognizable for its distinctive broom handle grip and box magazine located in front of the trigger. Introduced in 1896 and chambered in the powerful 7.63×25mm Mauser cartridge, the C96 offered remarkable accuracy and range compared to contemporary pistols.

Its design allowed for the use of a wooden holster that doubled as a detachable shoulder stock, effectively turning the pistol into a compact carbine. The C96 quickly gained popularity worldwide, seeing service in conflicts such as the Boer War, World War I, and even the Spanish Civil War. It became a favoured sidearm of officers, adventurers, and revolutionaries alike. Winston Churchill carried a C96 during his military service, and the weapon’s striking profile made it a favourite in China, where it was produced in large numbers.

This minifigure accessory captures the pistol’s unmistakable outline, complete with its elongated barrel and grip design. Its easy to appreciate it as a piece of firearms history that straddles the line between pistol and carbine, while minifigure enthusiasts can use it to arm minifigure officers, revolutionaries, or early 20th-century adventurers. The Mauser C96 is not only an iconic firearm but also a cultural symbol, remembered for its unique design and broad historical use, and this accessory does justice to its storied legacy.

Includes 1 x black plastic replica Mauser C96 pistol