Royal Armouries Leeds - C96 Mauser Pistol Live Lecture 6th March 2024
Time: 14.00hrs - 15.00 GMT M

The Mauser C96 "Broomhandle" pistol. Its iconic look and legacy are legendary.
Now, for the first time, you can get the inside story straight from the source.

Presenting an intimate look at the origins, engineering, and production of the
Mauser C96 - using original documents from the Paul Mauser archives. Experts
Mauro Baudino and Gerben van Vlimmeren will be your guides on this journey back
in time. You'll discover:-

The story behind the C96's distinctive and revolutionary design. How Mauser engineered
this innovative pistol to be robust, reliable and ahead of its time. The manufacturing
process and evolution of the C96 through decades of production. Insights into its outsized
influence and iconic status. Whether you're a historian, collector, or firearms enthusiast,
this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. A chance to go behind the scenes and deepen
your knowledge of one of the world's most famous pistols.

The Mauser C96's story is waiting - make sure you get to hear it on ....6th March 2024
Time: 14.00hrs-15.00 GMT - https://royalarmouries.org/leeds/whats-on/the-mauser-c96-pistol