Sako M39 Finnish Mosin Nagant 7.62x54R Hex Receiver Bolt Action Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $1401
LSB#: 201105MW16
Make: Mosin Nagant by Sako of Finland. Built on a Russian Hex receiver.
Model: 1939 (M39)
Serial Number: 209286
Year of Manufacture: 1944
Caliber: 7.62x54R (Rimmed)
Action Type: Bolt Action, Fixed Magazine
Markings: The import mark on the barrel reads “C.A.I. ST. ALB. VT.” and “M39 FINLAND 7.62X54R”. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number. The top of the receiver has had its Russian “eagle” removed and shows a divot in the metal. The top of the barrel shank is marked with a faded stamping, the Sako logo “S in a gear”, with the serial number and “1944”. The left side of the barrel shank is marked with a “36 Sako logo 00” pressure proof and with the Finnish property mark “SA in a box”. The top of the barrel is marked “78”. The bolt handle knob and the bottom of the magazine are both marked with the last 4 digits of the serial number. The bottom of the bolt handle, bottom metal and top of the buttplate are each marked with a small Russian Tula Arsenal “hammer”. The right side of the stock is marked with the Sako logo “S in a gear” and with a stock maker’s cartouche that contains “S”. There are a few other small markings on the rifle.
Barrel Length: Approximately 27 inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a screw adjustable post set between two protective ears. The rear sight is a “U” notched blade attached to an escalator assembly. The escalator is marked “1.5 2 3 4 5 6 8 10” on the top. The left side of the rear sight base is marked “2 3 4 6 8”. It is a “U” notched sliding ladder assembly when flipped up. The sight ladder is marked “12 14 16 18 20”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, finger grooves, barrel band, nose cap with bayonet lug, hole for the included cleaning rod, 3 sling loops, through bolt, sling bar, sling well and a metal buttplate. The butt plate shows scratches, thinning and some discoloration from oxidation. The wood shows scrapes, scratches and compression marks. A few have damaged small portions of the surface wood. Most of these marks have been oiled over. The LOP measures 13 ½ inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good Plus overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original to Arsenal Rebuild
Bore Condition: The lands are bright. The grooves are semi bright. The grooves in front ¼ of the bore are light grey. The rifling is deep. The grooves show erosion in front ¼ of the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. The receiver (light) and magazine (substantial) have oxidation and pin prick surface erosion showing through the new Arsenal Rebuild finish. The rear sight shows pin prick surface erosion. The metal shows scrapes, small scratches and a few small areas of oxidation. The screw heads show use. The markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This Finnish Model M39 Mosin Nagant was built by Sako back in 1944. It has great markings on the metal & wood that add to its collectability. This M39 is built on a Hex receiver that was most likely manufactured by Russia. The Finns rebuilt and improved captured Russian Mosin Nagants that were left next to lots of dead Russian soldiers during the Winter War. This one looks good and should keep you happy out at the range.