Russian Mosin Nagant

[Stauble]

i was looking on aimsurplus the other day and i saw thier Mosin nagant for sale. they want 70$ for it and they say its in excellent condition.
i try to aviod buying Russian or chinese stuff if i can but for the price its hard to pass up.
before i buy it thought id like to get more inforfation on it. how accurate they are, r they classified as "sniper" rifles, are they good hunting rifles, is this the same gun jude law used in "enemy at the gates" etc.

any information would be appreciated

 

[Kalashnikov]

#1. NEVER pass up a good condition russian gun, they last forever.
#2. Accuracy varies from rifle to rifle. It also varies dependiong on model. Is it a carbine? A 91/30 long rifle? Or is it a pre WWII? those factors effect accuracy.
#3. Yes, there are sniper versions out there, but those cost upwards of $1000 for a good one. The gun in "Enemy At The Gates" was a 91/30 sniper rifle with a 3.5x PU scope (I think)
#4. They make fine hunting rifles, they're long and heavy but balance well and the cartridge is suitable for any game, from deer to bear.

Hope that helps.

 

[Cacique500]

For a lot more in depth info go to http://www.gunboards.com/forums/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=1 this is "The Collectors Forum" area - anything and everything on Mosins.

I've got one 91/30, two M39 'B' barrels, and one M39 VKT...love 'em all!

 

[MrTuffPaws]

I bought myself an M44 and I have to say that it is a great gun. Recoil wise it is horrid, but other than that, it is great.

 

[jefnvk]

They're fun shooting guns. They would work as deer guns, but there are better choices out there, especially for someone just starting out.

A very affordable, cool looking shooter. Everyone should have one at $70.

 

[rgs1975]

For $70 I say grab it. They are a kick to shoot both literally and figuratively. Here's a pic of my M44 carbine...when you shoot this puppy it lets you know! Awesome guns that will last longer than any of us

 

[Stauble]

kalashnikov

Kalashnikov,
the model is a 91/30 but it doesnt come with a scope, it comes with a bayonet sling and ammo pouch. i suppose i could add a scope on to it
right?

 

[jefnvk]

There is a company that does sniper recreations with a 91/30. Costs like $300, and they have ones they sell for like $400-500 or so. Can't remember the name, though.

You could always get a scout scope mount, htat replaces the back sight, if you just wanted any scope on it.

EDIT: Here it is: http://www.interordnance.com/Mercha..._Code=INTERORDNANCE.com&Product_Code=MOSI1002