Broomhandle stocks

alanint · 10-01-2014, 09:30 PM

Most originals are proofed or numbered on the hardware and some, (commercials) have the Mauser Logo stamped into the stock.

In the absence of markings, I would look for overall fit and finish, especially the interior that has been routed out to hold the gun. This is usually where fakes don't hold up. Look at the fineness of the checkering on the butt cover release button, the quality of the screw heads, the metal to wood fit and the overall quality. Most fakes will stand out as such among these features.

berkmberk1 · 10-01-2014, 09:37 PM

the one I've seen appears to be made out of walnut. its definitely not new. It seems to have all the proper "dirt"in all the right places , and major metal parts like the lid hinge, and the mounting hardware have a rich patina. There is also a three digit sn on the mount tang on the stock wrist. Plus the expected dings and small cracks you see in older wood.

How much do originals go for, say in good to very good condition?

10-01-2014, 09:37 PM	#2
berkmberk1 User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Springfield, IL Posts: 49 Thanks: 0 Thanked 21 Times in 4 Posts	the one I've seen appears to be made out of walnut. its definitely not new. It seems to have all the proper "dirt"in all the right places , and major metal parts like the lid hinge, and the mounting hardware have a rich patina. There is also a three digit sn on the mount tang on the stock wrist. Plus the expected dings and small cracks you see in older wood. How much do originals go for, say in good to very good condition? __________________ Michael D. Berk SFC, USA Ret.

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alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,917 Times in 1,193 Posts	Most originals are proofed or numbered on the hardware and some, (commercials) have the Mauser Logo stamped into the stock. In the absence of markings, I would look for overall fit and finish, especially the interior that has been routed out to hold the gun. This is usually where fakes don't hold up. Look at the fineness of the checkering on the butt cover release button, the quality of the screw heads, the metal to wood fit and the overall quality. Most fakes will stand out as such among these features.