...it isn't often one has the opportunity to view a rifle that came out of service with all the parts that it had when it entered service. Today, I'm grateful to be able to present an original configuration and matching Mosin Nagant Model 91/30 from the Tula arsenal, and built in 1932.
No Soviet upgrades or refurbishment. Just gorgeous 10% bluing, heavy handling wear, a Finnish Army [SA] property stamp, and an unfortunately sanded (by the Finns) buttstock, but with the Tula cartouche and year still somewhat legible.
Among the early features are:
1. Blade front sight
2. Non-pinned rear sight base
3. Button-style barrel bands
4. All Tula small parts
5. Original (font) matching numbers
Oh, and it has a pretty cool and rare accessory - the hooded 'Panshin' bayonet. It is Izhevsk arsenal manufactured, but I won't toss it out.
Lots of pics, so enjoy. Thanks for looking.
Discussion Section
Discussion Section