Advice on surplus rifles

[solarpimp]

I remember several that I had and unfortunately sold. I had an original Mosin Sniper that had aftermarket period correct optics on it that was tons of fun! I also had an Enfield Jungle Carbine that was a hoot to shoot! I wonder if any Ishapore Enfields are still out there? I had one that looked like hell, was repainted and then reworn down that shot like butter. I found most of these at Wanamaker Guns on Southeastern Ave across from the post office, but that must have been ten years ago. If they are still open, that would be a great place to go check out!

 

[Gunaria]

Once you get hit with the C&R bug, there is no going back.

 

[Fordtough25]

Ran 5 rounds through my Mauser last night, such craftsmanship and fun!! Had to imagine where it has been through histories large events, same with the garand and Mosins.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Ran 5 rounds through my Mauser last night, such craftsmanship and fun!! Had to imagine where it has been through histories large events, same with the garand and Mosins.

Only 5 rounds?? That's like eating one potato chip man!

 

[1775usmarine]

Once you get hit with the C&R bug, there is no going back.

That's no joke. I'm into c&r handguns right now but have picked up a marlin 81dl and another 80dl. In the 4-5 months of getting my c&r I have bought 5 in total. I'm running out of things to pawn off to buy more before the prices get too far out of reach.

 

[Fordtough25]

Only 5 rounds?? That's like eating one potato chip man!

I know right, I only brought a handful out on purpose! Lol Chilly and had to cook supper for the kids, maximum time use age!

 

[ifmurphy]

If you want something to shoot for fun on occasion, I highly recommend the m44 carbine version of a Mosin. Shoots fireballs and sounds like a howitzer

 

[kennedy759]

don`t pass up the jap arisaka 99, they made them in series of 100,000. then started over with the next series, some of them were farmed out to small companies like Isawa and are very rare. make sure the mum is intact. they were never imported and all are bring backs.

 

[firefighterjohn]

If you want something to shoot for fun on occasion, I highly recommend the m44 carbine version of a Mosin. Shoots fireballs and sounds like a howitzer

Does it ever, especially fun during twilight hours! Just for that reason, I enjoy the M44 carbine over the longer 91/30. Plus, you get to relish the experience in the time it takes to chamber the NEXT round!

 

[Fordtough25]

Ironically I was just thinking how surplus rifles never show up at my lgs yesterday, low and behold somebody traded in 3! I snagged a real trophy for myself, 1917 Erfurt Mauser carbine, numbers matching, no import marks, freaking awesome!!!

 

[Warrior1354]

Like to see some pictures of that one if you need any information and Research data I would gladly help you. German Imperial rifles is something I'm really good at.

 

[Fordtough25]

Like to see some pictures of that one if you need any information and Research data I would gladly help you. German Imperial rifles is something I'm really good at.

I Would greatly appreciate that, I will post pics next week when I have some time to take them !

 

[ibwaltb]

A collector once told me a couple things that stuck with me a few years ago when I was staring my Russian collection:
1) You can't collect and expect to make money. If you do great, but odds are not good. Look for what you want and when it comes along jump on it. Developing a large collection is expensive.
2) Networking is crucial. When you meet someone that is honest and knowledgeable, don't take it for granted. Meeting interesting folks is half the fun of collecting.

 

[Fordtough25]

8mm is a blast to shoot, Muahahaha !!

 

[DoggyDaddy]

8mm is a blast to shoot, Muahahaha !!

Especially a mag dump with an Egyptian FN49. It'll rock ya back on your heels!

 

[Warrior1354]

Your very welcome once you get your carbine posted up should be able too tell you more.

 

[Fordtough25]

A few pics, sorry for the quality or lack of. Lol

 

[Fordtough25]

Your very welcome once you get your carbine posted up should be able too tell you more.

It shoots as good as it looks, amazingly well!! Shot it with my other 8mm Mauser and the M1 today, what amazing rifles. The plastic jugs stood no chance.

 

[Warrior1354]

Well it is a German 1917 kar98a receiver made at the Prussian state run plant Erfurt. The stock on this rifle is a 1918 era stock where the finger groves were added. Plus it should have a bolt take down disk as well. The stock has Polish modifications such as the front stacking hook, should have a sling cut out on the left side of the stock like a Mas 36, and the way the sling mounts. Doesn't surprise many Gew98 rifles and Kar98a carbines were made from leftover parts by the Poles. Too be honest the Poles were always short on carbines they had plenty of rifles on hand but not enough carbines. Finding an original Wz29 Polish produced carbine that is unaltered is tough not too mention the records on them are low. I can tell you more if you post more pictures. Alot of these rifles and carbines were produced from leftover parts in the 20s and 30s and used by the Poles and sent too the Spanish during the Spanish Civil war.

 

[HodgeStyle]

I was just reading the thread and now im interested as well in these old rifles. Might be looking for a mosin here shortly.