Danish holster for Mauser C96 “Broomhandle” pistol in wood, approx. 1900-1920

A rare piece of early Danish craftsmanship from the 1900s. The holster is made of dark wood, precisely dimensioned for a Mauser C96 - the iconic “Broomhandle” pistol, which was popular among both officers and civilian enthusiasts. Made by a skilled craftsman - not a holster produced by Mauser for military use. The mass-produced holsters also functioned as a shoulder stock by mounting it on the grip.

The holster here was created without all military fixtures. It is therefore likely that it was created as an elegant solution for transporting the pistol, and that the original owner did not need the shoulder stock.

Inside, it is lined with a generous layer of felt, showing authentic signs of use. A pencil line runs along the inside approx. 6mm from the upper edge - a marking line to a groove, which would hold a lid. The line was never chipped but the lid was still made, and has been stuck in place like a cork. Horizontal wear and sanding of the inside edge further support this.

Unfortunately, the lid is lost over time.

5 repairs in lighter wood could suggest that the holster has changed hands, with the new owner adapting it to their own needs.

Precise age and origin unknown, but the construction points to a skilled Danish carpenter or cabinetmaker, likely in the period 1900–1920.

Measurements: approx. 31x6x10. Condition: see pictures.