?? Mosin-Nagant ??

[Caliper_Mi]

Sir, the groove that you depict is for a grip. The Model 1944 stock has an additional groove aft of the muzzle for the bayonet to fit into.

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No, that is the bayonet groove. The grip is below it.

As far as the stripper clips. Don't touch the steel ones - total junk. Got some brass ones off Ebay and they work fine.

Beware - they are like potato chips! I had one, now have five. Still want a M38 or M91/59. If you like the M38, you will love any of the Finnish models. Those guys really put some time into the rifle. Excellent triggers, good sights. It truly is addictive!

 

[RevDerb]

What do you use for ammo when taking deer? I expect some sort of soft point? Privi, Winchester? Other?

 

[GD]

I have never had a problem using the mosin safety. It is quiet and very effective. I am not that strong either.

 

[rangerruck]

when hunting , I really like the silver bear and brown bear; one is a soft point, one is a hollow point. They are both between 170 and 185 grains, and have good accuracy, and do the job very well.