[Kyrie]

Hi Ted!


Here are a couple of URLs to get you started:


http://www.northwest-denture.com/mauser1896/index.htm

http://www.recguns.com/IIIC2m1.html


In regard straw, C96â??s had none. The trigger, safety, extractor, and bolt stop were fire blued but I strongly recommended that you not try and duplicate the color on these parts if the pistol is ever to be used. The fire blue is a by-product of the heat treatment process, and a correct heat treatment is critical on these parts. In that same vein, the mechanical restoration of C96â??s is even more an art form that the like restoration of Lugers. If you should be considering becoming involved in this, you might want to pack a big lunch


Best regards,


Kyrie