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Lot 1511: Crate Of Twenty Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Rifles

Twenty Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifles with Crate

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Lot 1511: Crate Of Twenty Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Rifles

Twenty Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifles with Crate

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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A) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

This lot consists of twenty Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 1891/30 Bolt Action Rifles which were consecutively serialized by the importer with their serial number (with the exception of "R" which has serial number 018467 in lieu of 023718). The rifles have standard front sight with tangent rear sight, straight bolt, octagonal receiver standard military stock and handguard, with importer marking on the upper left flat of the receiver with the import serial number. This rifle has the Izhevsk marking and the date 1933 on the top of the barrel at the breech and the importer serial number "023701", with magazine renumbered to the gun. Complete with green painted wooden crate for the twenty rifles.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish. The varnished wood is very good with a repair on the forearm (left side), with some scattered minor handling marks.



B) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

As described in "A", but with the importer serial number "023702".

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with some edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the varnish remaining and a few minor handling marks.



C) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated "1934", importer serial number "023703", and matching original serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with some isolated areas of minor spotting, and handling marks. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the varnish remaining and some scattered minor handling marks.



D) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated "1931", importer serial number 023704, and matching original serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with some edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with much of the varnish remaining and a few minor handling marks. Matching numbers.



E) Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1928 dated barrel, importer serial number "023705", and buttplate renumbered to gun.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. There is some minor pitting on the receiver which extends to the breech end of the barrel. The varnished wood is fine with most of the revarnish remaining and some very minor handling marks, matching numbers. Same forced number.



F) Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with features with 1923 dated barrel, importer serial number "023706".

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. There is some minor pitting on the magazine. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the varnish remaining and some very scattered minor handling marks with a couple very shallow gouges on the wrist (left side). Matching numbers.



G) Tula Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated 1932, importer serial number "023707", and renumbered magazine.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. The revarnished wood is excellent with minor handling marks, along with a long narrow gouge neat the stock toe.



H) Tula Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1929 dated barrel, importer serial number "023708", and matching serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the revarnish remaining and some minor handling marks.



I) Tula Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Late production Tula arsenal barrel dated 1943 with early hexagonal receiver, importer serial number "023709", renumbered magazine.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with an arsenal repair on the forearm, most of the varnish remaining, and some very scattered minor handling marks.



J) Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1927 dated, importer serial number "023710", and matching serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. The revarnished wood is excellent with a few repairs, retaining most of the varnish, a few minor handling marks, and large scuff on the underside of stock.



K) Rare Izhevsk Double Date Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated 1930 and then reworked and dated "48", importer serial number "023711", renumbered magazine.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear, overall. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the varnish remaining and some very scattered minor handling marks.



L) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated 1932, renumbered magazine, and importer serial number "023712".

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. The revarnished wood is excellent with much of the varnish remaining and some very scattered minor handling marks.



M) Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1928 dated barrel, importer serial number "023713", and renumbered bolt.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the varnish remaining, couple repairs on the forearm, and a few minor handling marks.



N) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated 1930, importer serial number "023714", and renumbered buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% plus of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear. There is some minor pitting on the flats of the receiver. The revarnished wood is very good with a repair on left side of stock, most of the varnish remaining, and a few minor handling marks.



O) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1929 dated barrel, importer serial number "023715", and renumbered magazine.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear. The rear barrel band spring is missing. The revarnished wood is excellent with most of the varnish remaining, with an arsenal repair near the toe, and a few minor handling marks.



P) Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1928 dated barrel, importer serial number "023716", and matching original serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with an arsenal repair on the forearm (right side), most of the varnish remaining, and some scattered minor handling marks.



Q) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1929 dated barrel, importer serial number "023717", and matching original serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear only. The revarnished wood is excellent with an arsenal repair on the buttstock near the toe, and some very scattered minor handling marks.



R) Tula Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Reworked Model 1891 Dragoon rifle to Model 91/30 configuration with 1929 dated barrel, importer serial number "018467", and matching original serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue with edge and high spot wear. The revarnished wood is excellent with two arsenal repairs on the front of the forend, with some minor handling marks.



S) Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated 1934, importer serial number 023719, and matching serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear overall. The revarnished wood is excellent with a couple repairs on the forearm, with a few minor handling marks with a series of dings behind the trigger.



T) Tula Mosin-Nagant Model 91/30 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mosin Nagant
Model: 91/30
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x54 R
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock:
Item Views: 18282
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dated 1932, importer serial number "023720", three piece stock, and renumbered magazine.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refinished. The rifle retains 99% of the blue finish with edge and high spot wear only. The revarnished wood is excellent with a repair near the stock toe with some very scattered minor handling marks, with a couple gouges.



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