Soviet Mosin Nagant M1891/30 7.62x54R Bolt Action Rifle & Scope, 1938 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1275
LSB#: 210708CA01
Make: Soviet, Izhevsk Mechanical Plant
Model: 1891/30 Mosin Nagant
Serial#: Cyrillic “IE5209”
Year of Manufacture: 1938
Caliber/Gauge: 7.62x54mmR (Rimmed)
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with 5 Round Fixed Magazine
Markings: All markings are in Cyrillic and have been romanized. The bottom of the magazine is marked with the Izhevsk arrow inside a triangle proof, the serial number “IE5209” and a crossed out “P YU 3344”. The comb has some faded proof marks. The top of the semi-pistol grip is marked with several proofs including a “6”. The top of the barrel shank is marked with Izhevsk proofs including “8” in a box, “P”, a hammer & sickle surrounded by wheat, 1938, a circle marked “O”, a circle marked “I”, a box marked “kh”, the serial number and the Izhevsk arrow in a triangle. The bolt is marked with the serial number, an Izhevsk proof and several faded proof marks. The right side of the butt has a box with a slash through it, a box marked “P” and “5”. The top of the buttplate is marked with the serial number. The barrel bands have Izhevsk proofs. We have not removed the scope base to inspect for additional markings, it is likely that there are import marks under the scope base.
Barrel Length: 29”
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a dovetailed post on a ramp with a protective hood. There is also a Type 5 tangent leaf rear sight with U notch which is graduated in 100s of meters from 1-20, inclusive. There is an attached 4x PT scope and first type mount. The scope is marked with Cyrillic markings on the eyepiece “U. V. P. / VP. OER. 1931G.” on top of a box with a star atop a hammer and sickle and two pentagons marked with a Western serial number (not in Cyrillic) “N13471” and Cyrillic date of “1934G.” The right side of the scope’s base is marked with the serial number “5209”. The scope has “German style” post reticle. The scope has some handling wear and patches of mild surface oxidation but remains in Very Good condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The two-piece refinished wood stock has a semi-pistol grip, cutout for the included cleaning rod on the forend, two barrel bands, two sling eyelets, through bolt and a metal buttplate. There are handling marks, scratches, scrapes and nicks. Notably, the refinished buttplate has light surface erosion showing through the finish and handling wear. The handguard and forearm show several scrapes that have damaged or removed several areas of the finish. There is some dark residue from the refinish on the stocks. The LOP measures 13 ½ inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The stocks are in Very Good Plus overall condition as refinished.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The rifling is sharp. There is some erosion in the grooves but the lands are bright. The rifle has been counterbored.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish as refinished. Notably, the front of the barrel and magazine have some handling wear and the metal parts have minor discoloration from oxidation. Also the bolt’s lever has a light crack on the top where it meets the body of the bolt. The screwheads have toolmarks but remain serviceable. Some of the markings are faded. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The Bolt action is smooth. The safety works correctly. The trigger is crisp. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: The scope is described in the sights and optics section. There is an included sling that is attached to the rifle. The sling is discolored from its age, its markings have been blacked out with the exception of a “2”. Overall, the sling is in Fine condition. Also there is a cleaning rod that is attached to the forend stock.
Our Assessment: This Izhevsk model 1891/30 Mosin Nagant is a bolt action rifle with fixed 5 round magazine that takes 7.62x54mmR rounds. The rifle has an attached 4x model PT scope. The scope despite its Soviet markings was likely produced by the German Carl Zeiss optics company, which explains the serial number which is not in Cyrillic. The serial number on the scope’s mount indicates the rifle was likely used by the post-war Polish People’s Army which was known for the practice, Soviet issued rifles did not have this feature normally. This rifle is a fascinating WWII era weapon that you do not want to miss out on!