The Broomhandle Mauser was the dominant semi-automatic pistol of the early 20th century. Winston Churchill carried one at the Battle of Omdurman. Lawrence of Arabia used one in the Arab Revolt. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 7.63 Mauser Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1896, Germany Weight: 46 oz Overall length: 11.75" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Military Use, Frontier Use, Self-Defense