C96 “Broomhandle” 7.63 mm Mauser History & Specifications ... the alphanumeric designation), it was the first military semiautomatic pistol to prove itself both rugged enough and reliable ...

which was patented in 1893 and was indeed the first mass-produced semiauto pistol, or the German-made C96 “Broomhandle” Mauser, which was patented in 1896 and was the first military ...

Movie buffs will recognize the iconic “Broomhandle” Mauser as the template for ... designation), it was the first military semiautomatic pistol to prove itself both rugged enough and reliable ...