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Mosin M91/30 in Pictures

Overview of rifle with accessories. Note the color of the stock. This is a red shellac finish as is common of post-war refurbished rifles.

Detail Images. Click on any picture for a larger view.

View of barrel shank markings. This rifle is 1939 dated and from the Tula arsenal.

Top view of rear sight. It is adjustable from 100 to 2000 meters.

View of loading rifle. Bolt is open and rearward and a 5-round stripper clip is in the guides.

Unloading of rifle. The floorplate opens and rounds in the magazine are ejected. The bolt need not be open for this.

Field strip view. The floorplate is removed and the bolt is broken down into three pieces. The stock is not normally removed for field cleaning.