The Russian Mosin Nagant Forum

MosinGunner1102 wrote:Back to the whole Classic Firearms discussion, am I gonna end up with a good rifle or is classic really all that bad?

What did the ad say about potential cracks? I seem to remember that being an issue with the Finnish Mosins.

Matt

Welcome aboard.

Got mine. It looks great. Good pictures and chock full of new information. Looking forward to reading it.

Matt

Count me down for one. Email sent.

Matt

I was surprised as to how fun they are shoot. Mine hit the bullseye easily at 100 yards.

Matt

Nice rifle. How does it shoot?

Nice rifle. Can you post some pics of the markings on the bolt?

Matt

Well, you did ask for advice. Maybe you should clarify what you did to clean and refinish it? That might have some impact on its operation, especially if you've been dremeling or polishing parts. BTW, this is a preservation site, so you are never going to win these guys over with that attitude. Afte...

It looks like its in great shape!

Matt

That's a great looking rifle. I needed some Dramamine after the video. :-)


Matt

Can you show us the headstamp on the split cases?

Nice rifle!

Matt

How much did you get them for (if you don't mind me asking)?

Matt

Longcolt44 wrote:If you decide not to buy it, ask the guy if he will ship it to Ohio.

It's at Al's Pawn & Gun in Nampa, Idaho if you want to take a stab at it.

Matt

Just got back from the shop. The photos sent were of another enfield he had sold earlier in the week. The Long Branch 45 was sporterized, missing most of the wood, had a butt plate rusted to the stock and a non matching bolt. Wasn't interested in a new project gun. :shock: :facepalm1: I'm still look...

I have limited info on this one, but my pawn guy sent me a few pics and says $225 out the door. I don't own an Enfield, but the price seems right. Anything you guys could add would help! Matt http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad207/deadheadmatt1/Enfield/image2_zpsc08hmiyp.jpg http://i936.photobucke...

Welcome to the club. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

Great pics of a 1945 carbine!

Matt

Great rifle. Thanks for sharing.

Welcome to the group. Ask lots of questions, because these guys definitely know most (all) the answers.

matt