Mosin Sniper Options

[dispatch55126]

I've been wanting a true target rifle for awhile, something scoped that I can shoot tight groups with past 100 yards. Getting another rifle is not an option so I've decided to convert one of my mosins.

Ive got an all matching 1938 Tula and a 1955 T53 that the previous owner cut down 4" (but did an amazing job doing it, including the crown). I'll be taking both out next weekend to compare the accuracy though I'm hoping the T53 is more accurate since I don't want to modify the Tula.

Assuming the T53 is more accurate, would it make more sense to leave the bolt alone and make it a scout rifle or do the full modification? My only dealing with a scope were with a cheap scope 10+ years ago and the optics were terrible which has left a bad taste in my mouth when it comes to scopes.

If I do the scout option, what would be the best scope mount and best scope for under $100 each?

Lastly, if you have a scout, can you post pics?

Thanks.

 

[jordan1948]

To be perfectly honest. I don't get the idea of a scout scope on a Mosin when you can get a bent bolt made for the ATI traditional mount for $55 or have yours modified by the same person for $47. Just my 2 cents on that matter. Another thing is if I had a do-over with my mosin project I would go back and either find a 91/30 or an M38 for the soul reason that in trying to modify the front sight/bayonet mount I succeeded only in destroying it (not the gun just the mount). With that I sugest getting a muzzle break and doing a trigger job (you can find several threads on here about that) as well as getting a different stock. Some people don't like that but it makes a world of difference in the looks and the feel of the firearm. Good luck and have fun with your project and keep us informed.

 

[dispatch55126]

The previous owner has already cut the bayonet off so that isn't an issue. The downside to getting a turned down bolt and standard scope mount is that I'd also have to drill/tap the receiver to mount the scope bracket. The rifle has little value since its already been cut down but I'd like to keep from drilling the receiver and potentially screwing it up.

 

[jordan1948]

If you're worried about getting the receiver drilled and tapped properly you could always take it and the mount to a machine shop or gunsmith and have them do it. But if you don't want to go through that much trouble (I didn't) then the scout scope would be perfect plus you would be able to preserve what's left of the original rifle since the shorter barrel is the only moddification so far. The scout scopes just don't fit my bill but that's just one mans opinion.