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[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by Vlim

Mauser also used to assemble pistols from parts they had left over. These were used for local purposes, like gifts to staff, local farmers for self protection,etc.

OK, I'll bite. What do farmers need protection from??? Bandits??? Critters??? Roving bands of lesbians???

A 9mm isn't all that much protection from critters...Anything big enough to threaten a farmer won't be stopped by a 9mm...

Tax collectors??? Census takers??? German Jehovah's Witnesses???