Russian Sniper M91/30 Mosin Nagant 7.62×54 Bolt Action Rifle C&R 1942 Scope
SOLD FOR: $1,175.00
LSB#: WY240911TR005
Make: Izhevsk Arsenal
Model: M91/30
Serial Number: 8188
Year of Manufacture: Receiver date is 1942
Caliber: 7.62x54R
Action Type: Bolt action, internal 5-round magazine
Barrel Length: 29”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded post dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch sliding escalator graded out from 1-20 attached to the barrel. Also attached to the scope mount is a Russian PU Optic Dated 1942; Marked “N&A25909”,1942 date with the hammer and sickle logo as shown; it has two leather covers, one over each end. The scope is in fine shape. The glass is very clear.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The two-piece wood stock has a straight grip, finger grooves, a metal nose cap, a cut-out for the included cleaning rod, two barrel bands marked with arrows in triangles, two sling eyelets, a through bolt, and a metal buttplate. There are very light compression marks, scuffs, and scratches throughout the wood. There is very light wear to the finish on the upper handguard and heavy wear at the buttstock. The buttplate has THe Serial number matching the receiver and an Arrow with a triangle stamp.s. The LOP measures 13.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in or about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original to arsenal refurbishment
Bore Condition: The bore is gray and the rifling is strong. There is very light erosion in between the lands of the bore. 8.5/10 bore rating in this writer’s opinion.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish as a factory Arsenal refurb. There are scuffs and scratches throughout the metal surfaces. The are some areas that are in the white due to storage and light use. The finish on the sling eyelets is worn. There is substantial wear to the finish at the muzzle. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition as factory refinished.
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: canvas sling, and cleaning rod, are included with this rifle. Both are in good condition.
Our Assessment: The Mosin Nagant M91/30 was the primary service rifle of the Soviet Union through the 1930s and into the Second World War. The 91/30 featured several improvements over the M91. The hooded front sight enabled easier target acquisition and the rear sight was redesigned to use meters. The 91/30 and its later iterations would serve not only the Soviet Union but many other nations including Hungary, Romania, Finland, and China.
This is an example of an interwar 1942 Izhevsk-made PU Sniper M91/30. The stock has some wear to the finish, but it is still in nice shape considering that it was made during WWII. The bore on this is in good shape and should make for an effective shooter. This would make a fantastic addition to any Mosin or Second World War collection. So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition of the rifle in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
