1913 Mauser Model 1910 6.35mm .25 ACP Pre-WWI German Pocket Pistol C&R
Description:
MANUFACTURER: MAUSER-WERKE A.G., OBERNDORF A.N.
MODEL: MODEL 1910
ISSUE DATE: 1913–1914
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: GERMANY
SERIAL NUMBER: 242657
MANUFACTURER CODE: COMMERCIAL MAUSER PRODUCTION
PROOFS: CROWN/U (GERMAN COMMERCIAL FINAL PROOF ACCEPTANCE)
ISSUED BRANCH: COMMERCIAL
CONFLICT DEPLOYMENT: WORLD WAR I ERA
CALIBER: 6.35MM BROWNING (.25 ACP)
CAPACITY: 8+1 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 3.00"
BARREL FEATURES: FIXED BARREL, INTERNAL RECOIL SPRING DESIGN
RIFLING: 6-GROOVE RIFLING
OPERATING SYSTEM: BLOWBACK
ACTION: SEMI-AUTO
TRIGGER: SINGLE ACTION
IRON SIGHTS: BLADE FRONT, INTEGRAL REAR NOTCH
FRAME: STEEL FRAME
GRIP: CHECKERED HARD RUBBER MAUSER MONOGRAM GRIPS
FIREARM FINISH: COMMERCIAL BLUED WITH NITRE BLUE TRIGGER
CONDITION: GOOD SURPLUS CONDITION WITH FINISH LOSS, PATINA, FRECKLING, AND HONEST HANDLING WEAR
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: HEEL MAGAZINE RELEASE, MAUSER BANNER FRAME LOGO, EARLY COMMERCIAL SLIDE LEGEND
WHAT’S INCLUDED: PISTOL & MAGAZINE
Introduced in 1910, the Mauser Model 1910 represented the renowned Oberndorf manufacturer's entry into the rapidly expanding market for compact self-loading pocket pistols. Chambered in 6.35mm Browning (.25 ACP), the pistol was intended for discreet personal protection and quickly gained popularity throughout Europe and abroad. Its compact dimensions, refined machining, and dependable operation made it a favorite among civilians, businessmen, and officers seeking a lightweight sidearm.
The Model 1910 operates on a simple blowback system paired with a fixed barrel, a design that provided excellent reliability and surprising accuracy for a pistol of its size. Unlike many competing pocket pistols of the era, Mauser's design emphasized quality manufacturing and robust construction, resulting in a firearm that could withstand extensive use. The slim profile, natural pointability, and smooth operation helped establish the Model 1910 as one of Germany's most respected pre-war pocket pistols.
This example bears the classic "Mauser-6,35" slide marking along with the full Waffenfabrik Mauser A.G. Oberndorf a.N. address, identifying it as an early commercial-production pistol. The Crown/U commercial proof mark confirms German proof-house inspection and acceptance prior to sale. Serial number 242657 places this pistol within the desirable pre-World War I production period when Mauser's commercial handguns were produced to exceptionally high standards.
Collectors continue to pursue early Model 1910 pistols because they represent an important chapter in Mauser's evolution from military rifle producer to world-class handgun manufacturer. Original commercial examples featuring proper markings, factory hard-rubber grips, and period proof marks are increasingly difficult to locate more than a century after production. The early manufacturing period and attractive commercial configuration enhance this pistol's long-term collector appeal.
With its elegant profile, crisp Oberndorf rollmarks, and unmistakable Mauser craftsmanship, this Model 1910 embodies the precision and quality that made German firearms famous throughout the world. The pistol remains an outstanding representation of pre-World War I engineering and serves as a tangible link to one of the most influential periods in European firearms development. Whether displayed in an advanced Mauser collection or appreciated as a standalone historical arm, it offers the kind of character and authenticity that collectors value.
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .25 ACP (6.35mm Browning, 6.35×16mmSR)
Manufacturer:
MAUSER
Model:
1910
Serial Number:
242657
Barrel Length:
3
Manufacture Date:
1913
Price:
$749.99
Shipping:
$34.99
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