Lot 513:
Antique Imperial Russian Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant Rifle, Tula Arsenal, Dated 1896
Sold for: $625
Description
An antique Imperial Russian Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant bolt-action rifle, manufactured by the Imperial Tula Arms Plant in 1896. The rifle features a dark stained wood stock and blued or patinated steel components for the barrel, receiver, and mechanical parts. Key markings on the receiver include “ИМПЕРАТОРСКАГО ТУЛЬСКАГО ОРУЖЕЙНАГО ЗАВОДА 1896 Г.” (IMPERIAL TULA ARMS PLANT 1896) and the serial number “№ 139446”, which is also present on the bolt handle. It is equipped with an integral magazine, an adjustable rear sight with numerical indicators, a fixed front sight, and a ramrod/cleaning rod housed beneath the barrel. A faint circular cartouche is visible on the right side of the buttstock.
Condition report:
Condition suggests significant historical use. The wooden stock exhibits considerable wear, scratches, and dings. Metal components show patination, surface wear, and some oxidation, particularly visible on the buttplate and magazine floorplate. The overall structure appears intact.
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