OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

Originally manufactured in 1916, this rifle has the clip guides removed, leaving the slot and screw holes. The Russian proofmarks and the Russian rear sight remain, but the stock and barrel have been modified a new front sight installed and a swivel eye added to the new forearm and chambered for the 7.62 cartridge. The left of the barrel and top of the receiver ring are marked "7.62 mm". The left side of the receiver is marked with the standard two line address/patent dates and standard thee line marking on the upper tang. The stock was shortened and a red recoil pad was added, with a resulting pull of 12 1/2 inches.

Good. The barrel retains approximately 75% of the original thinning finish with some light spotting and minor pitting on the barrel 40% blue and some smooth brown patina on the receiver. The wood is fine as custom finished with a few scattered minor dents and dings and crisp checkering. The recoil pad is smashed. All markings are clear. The action is fine.