Izhevsk M91/30 Mosin Nagant Sniper 7.62x54R 28.75” Bolt Rifle 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,520.00
LSB#: LSB260120RS102
Make: Izhevsk
Model: M91/30 Mosin Nagant / Sniper Configuration
Serial Number: Receiver: RMN0132823 / Shank: DV3288
Year of Manufacture: 1943 / C&R (Refurbished/Imported in 2013)
Caliber: 7.62x54R
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal 5 round magazine
Markings: All serialized parts match. The left side of the scope mount is marked “DB-3288 / 4423239”. The barrel shank is marked with the Izhevsk logo, “DV88 / 1943G”, and the hammer and sickle wreath. The right side of the barrel shank has the snayperskaya circle “C” (Faded due to arsenal refurbishment). The left side of the barrel shank is marked with a striked out “H36226”. The scope is marked with the triangle “25”, “M / 4423239” and diamond hammer and sickle. There are Tulsky Snipers and PW Arms import marks throughout. There are factory proof marks throughout.
Barrel Length: 28.75”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is hooded post dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch slider escalator numbered 1-20 pinned to the barrel. The attached scope is a PU scope in about Very Good condition. The scope picture is clear.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two piece wood with a straight grip, straight comb, metal nose cap, cut out for the cleaning rod, two barrel bands, two late/post WWII sling eyelets, through bolt, and a metal buttplate. There are scratching and compression marks. There is furniture finish loss throughout the stock. The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original to arsenal refurbishment
Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright and the rifling is sharp. There is faint erosion in the grooves. There is light fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 7.5 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light handling and storage. There is light operational wear. There are scratches and light nicks throughout. There are spots of varnish on parts of the metal surface. There are spots of cosmoline in a few of the grooves. There is light thinning in spots. The screw heads range from sharp to tooled with serviceable slots. The markings range from clear to worn. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a canvas sling, the mentioned scope, and bayonet.
Our Assessment: The Soviet M91/30 Mosin Nagant sniper rifle was one of the most recognizable precision rifles of the Second World War, with selected rifles fitted with optics for use by trained marksmen. Produced at arsenals such as Izhevsk, these rifles were chosen for accuracy and equipped with PU scopes, becoming a key component of Soviet infantry doctrine on the Eastern Front. Chambered in 7.62x54R, the cartridge adopted in 1891, the platform delivered reliable performance and remained in service for decades. Rifles bearing the sniper proof mark and later refurbishment stamps reflect both wartime production and postwar arsenal maintenance.
This example was produced at Izhevsk in 1943 and later refurbished, retaining matching serialized components and a PU scope with clear optics. The rifle retains about 98 percent of its arsenal finish with light handling wear, scattered scratches, and minor thinning along with traces of cosmoline and varnish in protected areas. The two piece hardwood stock shows light handling marks and finish wear but remains free of cracks or chips, rating in Fine condition overall. The bore appears semi bright with sharp rifling along with faint erosion and light fouling, rating 7.5 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The action functions correctly and the rifle includes a canvas sling and bayonet. Overall, this rifle presents as a refurbished Soviet sniper configuration M91/30 from wartime production. Please see our high definition photos and good luck on your bids! -N.P