VERY RARE Borchardt C-93 w/ Case, Stock, Mags, Extras (#59) German C93 C96 DWM Luger
Guns International #: 101928620 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Military Pistols - German - Mauser Pistols

Seller's Information
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Verified Seller
Seller: CAALEX
Company: Classic Arms & Archery
Member Since: 9/16/14
First Name: Online
Last Name: Sales
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 278-8370
Fax: (859) 278-1759
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 94
Total Number of Listings: 3534
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.

Payment Types Accepted: AmEx, Discover, Master Card, Visa, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check (item held until check cleared)



Description:
This is a very fine example of a very early two-digit serial number (#59) cased, complete Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Borchardt pistol. It includes the original black leather carrying case and full complement of accessories with two magazines (one is matching).

The chamber area of the barrel extension is marked in three lines "WAFFENFABRIK/LOEWE/BERLIN" and the right side of the receiver is marked "SYSTEM BORCHARDT PATENT". The top of the toggle link is stamped "N.R.P./No. 75837".

The pistol serial number "59" is visible on the stock lug, the bottom of the pistol grip, the left side of the trigger, and the rear underside of the barrel.

The lower edge of the detachable stock, and the dummy magazine are marked "GESETZLICH GESCHUTZT", literal translation: "LAW PROTECTED", meaning protected under patent law.

The left side of the barrel has the standard Crown over B, U, and G proofs. The left front edge of the barrel extension, the left side of the breechblock and toggle assembly have the standard Crown over the B and U acceptance proofs.

As noted, this is a complete Borchardt cased set with:
  • two nickel-plated wooden base magazines
  • a wooden dummy magazine with brass oiler on the bottom and cleaning jag
  • a detachable wooden stock with detachable cheekpiece
  • a black leather sling
  • a brass cleaning rod
  • detachable screwdriver blades
  • a wooden handle for the cleaning rod and screwdrivers
  • two steel punches
  • a round, silver-plated, brass oil can
  • a small tin of Vaseline (lubrication) that is marked "Made by the Carl Abermann & Co. Frankfurt"
  • a reproduction manual for this rare pistol is also included

The luggage-type case is covered with black leather and has a brass oval name plate in the center of the lid and nickel-plated fittings. The case interior is lined with green velvet and divided into eight compartments.

Overall, ths gun is excellent, with 96%+ of the original blue finish. The balance of the blue finish is solid and shows only very minor edge wear, the grips are both in excellent condition with nice distinct checkering on both sides with minimal handling marks overall.

The walnut shoulder stock and cheekpiece are both in excellent condition showing only minor handling marks overall. The magazines and internal metal parts are all in excellent original condition. One magazine is numbered to the gun, while the other is numbered "595". The black leather carrying case is in fine condition overall with complete and intact hinges and locks. All the internal compartment dividers are complete and solid. This is certainly one of the best of the very rare and highly desirable early Borchardt rigs available.

All items are also available for sale in our brick & mortar store and are subject to prior sale. Think long, think wrong.

Payment
On firearms, we typically only accept credit cards or money orders/cashier's checks.
  • Sale prices reflect a 3% cash/money order discount. This discount is not valid for credit card purchases. Add 3% to the total cost for such purchases.
  • Any purchases made in the state of Kentucky incur a 6% sales tax.
  • On items $4995 and up, we cannot process credit card payments. We can always easily take checks or money orders. Contact us to discuss payment options if you like.
We, in certain cases, at our discretion, may agree to allow an item to be put on layaway. Layaways must be agreed to prior to purchase. Our layaway policy is 1/2 of the final total as down payment with 60 days to pay the balance. Cancellation results in a 20% restocking fee based on the purchase price.

Shipping
We ship firearms via UPS. They must be sent to an FFL. Hand guns must travel via Air, whilst long guns and other items can go via Ground. Non-firearm accessories, such as magazines, can be shipped via USPS Priority Mail at the customer's request. We provide tracking numbers with all of our transactions. If you'd like a shipping estimate, please contact us through the and provide, at the very least, a ZIP code as to where the item would be sent.
  • If paying by credit card, store policy is to ship to the billing address of the card.
  • If paying by Money Order, we can ship to wherever it's legal.
  • The exception is, obviously, serialized items.

Legal Policy
We can only ship items to areas in which they are legal. If you live in a more restrictive area, please check your local laws before or buying. We are, for the most part, willing to ship to the 50 states as long as it's legal. We may require proof of legality before proceeding with a transaction that is exempt from a normal law.

Please only if you are legal to own this item.

Serialized items must be transferred through an FFL. We do accept C&R's on any applicable items. You may have to pay your FFL a fee, which is not covered by this . You are responsible to know and follow all laws (including shipping) in purchasing such items in your state. Visit these sites below to verify the laws in your area:
  • ATF
  • NRA ILA

NFA Information
Some items are regulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA). This includes, but is not limited to, short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, and suppressors. Please check with your local and state municipalities for any further regulatory requirements. It is the buyer’s responsibility to make sure they comply with all NFA rules and applicable laws. Such items MUST be transferred to a Class 3 FFL via a Form 3, and then transferred to you via a Form 4 from your local Class 3 dealer. The process of getting a Form 3 approved by the BATFE takes on average 6-8 weeks. Your patience is appreciated.

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: 7.65x25mm Borchardt
Manufacturer: Ludwig Loewe & Company
Model: C93
Serial Number: 59