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We bag on Russians for many things (Marxism, Communism, Socialism, a failed economy and nation...), but they got a few things right including the most prolific military rifles in the world such as the SKS, AK47, and the beloved Mosin Nagant. Not only is the rifle an effective rifle, but the caliber is a great pick too. Sure, there are better actions (the Mauser) and arguably better performing calibers - but it's a great bargain C&R. Rugged, reliable, decent accuracy and super easy to use, strip and clean.
I am a collector of the Mosin Nagant and have several models spanning 3 decades. What a great rifle at a bargain price - about $100 today. My calculations place that at about $7 in 1930!
I just got a few new Mosins today and they are just gorgeous; the bolts look like they were just machined. The wood is nearly flawless and in great condition. The crowning has no visible flaws, and the barrels look nice.
To build this rifle today, I would guess it would cost 4 times what they are sold for.
If you had a competition to build a "combat" kit on the smallest of budgets, the M38 would be a serious contender.
I am a collector of the Mosin Nagant and have several models spanning 3 decades. What a great rifle at a bargain price - about $100 today. My calculations place that at about $7 in 1930!
I just got a few new Mosins today and they are just gorgeous; the bolts look like they were just machined. The wood is nearly flawless and in great condition. The crowning has no visible flaws, and the barrels look nice.
To build this rifle today, I would guess it would cost 4 times what they are sold for.
If you had a competition to build a "combat" kit on the smallest of budgets, the M38 would be a serious contender.