April 27-30, 2021 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/30/2021
Manufactured at the Tula Arsenal in 1953 in standard military configuration. Matching "KE1854" serial numbers stamped on receiver, receiver cover, bolt carrier, trigger guard, magazine, and stock, with the stock being force matched. Receiver marked with "CDI" import marking and importer serial number. Receiver cover is emblazoned with the manufacture date and Tula star, in addition to a refurbishment marking, which is also found on the lacquered laminate wood stock. Metal components are arsenal refinished matte black. Rifle is complete with accessories, including the folding bayonet, cleaning rod, tool kit housed in the trap butt, web sling, oil bottle, stripper clip and shipping box. CONDITION: Excellent. Retaining nearly all of its arsenal reapplied finishes with a few marks. Bright, mirror bore with strong rifling. Excellent mechanics. BAS
Item Dimensions: 44 x 7 x 4"
Accessories
Box, Accessories