How to Recognize Different Variations of Mosin Nagant Ries

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How to Recognize Different Variations of Mosin Nagant Ries

All content copyright 7.62x54r.net The numerous models and variations of Mosin ries can be overwhelming to the new collector. Many times they are mislabeled by dealers, pawn shops, and individuals who are not familiar with them. When searching for a particular model or variation to ll a hole in a collection it's important to positively identify the rearm to avoid costly mistakes. This guide was developed to help the new collector identify one or two unique basic features, or combination of features, to look for in each model to simplify the search. Please keep in mind that there are literally hundreds of variations and it is impossible to identify all the nuances with this guide. Seemingly minor markings can drastically change the rarity and value of a rie and further research is encouraged. The bold title for each model is linked to the corresponding page in the Mosin Nagant Models section which has more in depth information. Russian/Soviet Mosins Finnish Mosins Eastern European & Chinese Mosins

Russian M91 ries are 51 1/2" long, dated 1893-1925, and have the following features. The rst picture is early conguration and the second picture is late conguration.

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Hex Receiver

Curved rear sight Blade front sight M91s were manufactured by three Russian and three "foreign" arsenals. While exact logos vary through the years, the following marks are typical.

Chatellerault (French)

Tula (Russian)

Izhevsk (Russian)

Sestroryetsk (Russian)

New England Westinghouse (United States)

Remington Armory (United States)

Russian Dragoon and Cossack ries are 48 1/2" long, dated 1893-1932, and have the same features as shown above for the M91. They were only made at Izhevsk and Tula. The rst picture is early conguration and the second picture is late conguration.

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Soviet M91/30 ries are 48 1/2" long, dated 1930-1944, and have the following features:

Flat rear sight Globe front sight M91/30s can have a hex or round receiver and were manufactured at Tula and Izhevsk. The following marks are typical:

Tula (Soviet Union)

Izhevsk (Soviet Union)

Soviet M38 carbines are 40" long, dated 1939-1945, and have the following features:

Short rear sight leaf M38s were manufactured at Tula and Izhevsk. The following marks are typical:

Narrow front sight base

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Izhevsk M38 Soviet M44 carbines are 40 1/2" long, dated 1943-1948, and have the following feature:

Tula M38

Side folding bayonet M44s were manufactured at Tula and Izhevsk. The following marks are typical:

Izhevsk M44

Tula M44

Soviet M91/59 carbines are 40 1/2" long, cut down from M91/30s, and have the following feature:

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Long rear sight leaf with higher numbers milled off M91/59s are cut down from Izhevsk and Tula M91/30s and some are "sanitized". "1891/59" is stamped on the barrel and easily recognizable. The following marks are typical:

Izhevsk M91/59

Tula M91/59

Sanitized M91/59

Soviet M91/38 carbines are 40 1/2" long, cut down from M91s in Czechoslovakia, and have the following features:

Short rear sight leaf M91/38s are cut down from Russian M91s. The following marks are typical:

Wide front sight base

Izhevsk M91/38

Tula M91/38

Sestroryetsk M91/38

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Finnish M91 ries are 51 1/2" long, dated 1926-1927 and 1940-1943, and have the following features. The rst picture is typical of early conguration and the second picture is typical of late conguration. However, Finnish ries can vary a great deal with no set standards for minor features.

Curved rear sight Blade front sight The early M91s can have "straight" or "stepped" barrels made by Tikkakoski. Following is a picture of a stepped barrel.

The late M91 barrels came from three sources. The following marks are typical:

Tikkakoski barrel (Finland)

VKT barrel (Finland)

"B" barrel (Belgium)

Finnish M24 ries are 51 1/2" long, undated, and have the following features:

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Curved rear sight Blade front sight Early Civil Guard Logo M24 barrels came from two sources, SIG and Germany (Bohler-Stahl). The SIG barrels can be "straight" or "stepped". All Bohler-Stahl barrels are "stepped". The following marks are typical:

Bohler-Stahl barrel mark on bottom, hidden by stock SIG barrel mark on right side of chamber Finnish P-Series ries are 51 1/2" long, dated with "P-26" or "P-27", and have the following features:

Curved rear sight Blade front sight P-Series barrels are scrubbed Russian barrels that have been relined. The following marks are typical: The unmarked barrel to the left is thought to be a "P-25" without any of the typical "P-25" or "S" marks. It is SA marked, of Finnish origin, and considered uncommon. picture courtesy of Arlon

P-Series marking

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Finnish M27 ries are 46 1/2" long, dated 1927-1940, and have the following features:

Curved rear sight Closed nose cap (may not have "popsicle sticks") M27s were manufactured at Tikkakoski and VKT. The following marks are typical:

Tikkakoski (Finland) Finnish M28 ries are 46 1/2" long, undated, and have the following features:

VKT (Finland)

Curved rear sight Open nose cap M28 barrel sources were Tikkakoski and SIG. They have the Civil Guard logo "SY". The following marks are typical:

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Tikkakoski (Finland)

SIG (Switzerland) mark below wood line

Finnish M28/30 ries are 46 1/2" long, dated 1934-1940, and have the following features:

Flat rear sight Front sight 1/2" from muzzle M28/30s were made at Sako and the following mark is typical:

M28/30 barrel marking Finnish M39 ries are 46 1/2" long, dated 1941-1945, and have the following features:

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Flat rear sight Front sight 1" from muzzle There are six major variations of M39s. The following marks are typical:

VKT

Sako

Sako/SkY

Tikka

No maker/Late date

Finnish M91/30 ries are 48 1/2" long, dated 1943-1944, and have the following features:

Flat rear sight "Stacked" front blade sight M91/30s were made at Tikkakoski and the following mark is typical:

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Tikkakoski M91/30
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Polish, Hungarian, Romanian M44s and Chinese T53 carbines are 40 1/2" long, dated 1951-1960, and have the following feature:

Side folding bayonet M44s were manufactured in Poland, Hungary, and Romania; T53s in China. The following marks are typical:

Poland (M44)

Hungary (M44)

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Romania (M44)

China (T53)

Hungarian M91/30 ries are 48 1/2" long, dated in the 1950s, and have the following features:

Flat rear sight Globe front sight The following mark is typical for a Hungarian M91/30:

Hungarian M91/30 Romanian M91/30 ries are 48 1/2" long, dated in the 1950s, and have the following features:

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Flat rear sight Blade front sight The following mark is typical for a Romanian M91/30:

Romanian M91/30 Albanian M91/30 ries are 48 1/2" long, dated 1961, and have the following features:

Flat rear sight Globe front sight The following mark is typical for an Albanian M91/30:

Albanian M91/30
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