Question for Thor

jeff4570 · 07-16-2004, 12:09 PM

Since you see a LOT of old guns in your business maybe you can answer this : I just bought a 'select' 45 cal Shansi Broomhandle , I read all the websites and translated the markings , it has 2 differant import stamps on it but its in EXCELLENT condition , the finish looks old original , its dated to a 1st model (1929),
In your experience have any of these been stored so well that they could be in such good shape ??
The materials and workmanship is not shabby at all , I heard that there were some specimens that were copied in the 80's & 90's but this looks pretty good ,Il be taking pictures soon.

Thor · 07-16-2004, 01:20 PM

I have only seen one copy of them. The one I worked on was very well made inside but a bit harsh on the outside. I fixed that part. The owner wanted it to look more Mauserish. From what I have been told they shoot a LOWER power loading than a 45 ACP standard load. I dont have any specs on it.

07-16-2004, 12:09 PM	#1
jeff4570 User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Naugatuck ,CT Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Question for Thor Since you see a LOT of old guns in your business maybe you can answer this : I just bought a 'select' 45 cal Shansi Broomhandle , I read all the websites and translated the markings , it has 2 differant import stamps on it but its in EXCELLENT condition , the finish looks old original , its dated to a 1st model (1929), In your experience have any of these been stored so well that they could be in such good shape ?? The materials and workmanship is not shabby at all , I heard that there were some specimens that were copied in the 80's & 90's but this looks pretty good ,Il be taking pictures soon.

07-16-2004, 01:20 PM	#2
Thor User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Rio Rancho, New Mexico Posts: 4,583 Thanks: 958 Thanked 970 Times in 276 Posts	I have only seen one copy of them. The one I worked on was very well made inside but a bit harsh on the outside. I fixed that part. The owner wanted it to look more Mauserish. From what I have been told they shoot a LOWER power loading than a 45 ACP standard load. I dont have any specs on it. __________________ Thor's Luger Clinic http://members.rennlist.com/lugerman/ Ted Green (Thor Yaller Boots) 725 Western Hills Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 915-526-8925 Email thor340@aol.com ----------------------------------- John3:3 Jesus answered and said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God."