My new Hunting rifle

[frontier gander]

Saw this a few weeks ago at a gun store in new mexico. Always wanted one but never had the money for it at the right time. Finally had the $$ for it, made an offer and after the paper work, i walked out with this.

Mosin - Nagant M44 "1953" 7.62x54R
Nothing pretty but they seem to be a good rifle from what ive read. This has a nice short 21" barrel.

Well heres some Ok pictures. I plan on taking more once my nephew and i get it cleaned up in the morning.

Already found a synthetic stock, scope mount set up, trigger kit and some other odds and ends.

Once i find out how she shoots, i may sent it off the Ultra Coatings and see what they can do for a finish.

 

[Widude]

A little different anyway, from the average hunting rifle out there. Is that kinda '308ish' as far as the round goes?

 

[hawgslayer]

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Isn't that the sniper rifle that was featured in "ENEMY AT THE GATE"? You need the 4X side mounted scope now and your in business. :!: :!: :!: 8)

 

[frontier gander]

:?

Isn't that the sniper rifle that was featured in "ENEMY AT THE GATE"? You need the 4X side mounted scope now and your in business. :!: :!: :!: 8)

Shoot, that scope mount/scope combo runs over $300!

 

[choc-dog]

The "Recoil on those short rifles in 7.62X 54 is so enjoyable.... NOT.

Chocdog

 

[Confederate rifleman]

Sights are regulated for the 150 gr( light ball) ammo.Dont expect the 180's or 203's to shoot to the sights.Accuracy is generally better with the bayonet left on, besides , its a good tool to poke a critter with to make sure its dead.The sniper rifles were the M-91/30's.Anyway, AWESOME muzzleblast,energetic recoil, generally decent accuracy and as tough as a hammer.in other words more fun that a human being should be allowed to have!!!