This guide details the modifications made to a Mauser C96 pistol for Weimar-era police service, as explained by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. The process involved shortening the barrel and replacing the adjustable sight with a fixed one to make the pistol more suitable for concealed carry and beat duty. These modifications were often performed on surplus military 'Red 9' models after World War I, influenced by post-war treaty restrictions.
This video reviews 'History Writ in Steel: German Police Markings 1900-1936' by Donald Maus. The book details the complex and often cryptic police markings found on German firearms, including pistols, rifles, and bayonets, from 1900 to 1936. It provides historical context on German police organization and weapon usage, with extensive listings and detailed discussions of individual unit markings and associated firearms.
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