Original Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant M1891 Three-Line Rifle by Sestroretsk Arsenal Serial 32508 Dated 1896 with Leather Sling - No Finnish Markings French Helmets The repainting was done poorly

The repainting was done poorly and paint can be seen on the wood in-between the two ends of the spade

This is the second edged weapon of any kind that we have had by this maker

the sight was set for a range of 100 yards

they received payment in a special currency which could only be used to buy specific products at the camps where they lived

- Visible temper line ("hamon") running full length of blade cutting edge

Original Imperial Russian Mosin-Nagant M1891 Three-Line Rifle by Sestroretsk Arsenal Serial 32508 Dated 1896 with Leather Sling - No Finnish Markings French Helmets The repainting was done poorlyOriginal Item: Only One Available. These are so very rare, and one of a very few examples that we have had in decades. A real pre 1899 Antique Russian Mosin Nagant M1891 Full Length Rifle, more officially referred to as the "Three Line Infantry Rifle, Model of 1891." This example was never converted to the 91 30 standard, and is still in the original full length. It does have the stock cross bolt for use with the heavier "Spitzer" bullets used, and