#98 • Russian M44, 1st Year Tula Made, Mosin Nagant, 7.62 x 54R Caliber Rifle

Part of June Firearms Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $425.00

Status: Sold

This is a 1st year Russian M44 Mosin Nagant carbine with a side folding bayonet. Very unique M44 that was made by Tula (the only year Tula produced the M44) and produced in 1944, marked on the top of the receiver. This was the only year that Tula made the M44. 20 inch barrel with surface scrapes but maintains very nice original blueing with a hooded front sight and rear adjustable flip up long range sight. Bolt action receiver is smooth and has multiple makers and inspectors marks that are all visible. The receiver, trigger guard and floor plate have silvering on edges and scattered mars from age and use but all maintain good finish. Beautiful hardwood stock has finger grooves on both sides, double barrel bands and sling holes on the forearm and buttstock. Right side folding bayonet is in excellent condition with blueing and slight silvering in high contact areas. The stock retains a beautiful color and grain with minimal mars for its age with a metal buttplate. Note that all visible serial numbers are matching and clearly visible. Rare opportunity to own a 1st year Russian M44 Mosin Nagant made by Tula! Serial number: 51197 FFL status: C and R