April 27-30, 2021 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/30/2021
Classic World War II Soviet autoloading rifle manufactured at the Tula Arsenal in 1943 in standard military configuration. Original serial number EX3194 stamped on the receiver and stock, with matching number electropencilled on bolt. Trigger guard and magazine not matching. In addition to Tula star, date, and Russian proofs, receiver is marked with a small "CDI" import marking. Metal components exhibit reapplied arsenal blued finish with the bolt plum finished. Birch stock lacquer finished. Rifle accompanied with web sling and shipping box, but does not retain its cleaning rod. CONDITION: Very good. Retains vast majority of its finishes with some light wear on bolt and usage marks. A few minor cracks on forestock and hand guard, with an arsenal repair near the heat shield. Dark bore with strong rifling. Fine mechanics. BAS
Item Dimensions: 50 x 7 x 7"