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 top of the barrel

The top of the barrel shows a CROWN / GR marking over a CROWN / CROSSED SCEPTERS marking

The blade has unfortunately been altered significantly from its original condition

There is even the original explosive charge cardboard cover on the detonator tube

which was never fitted with a buckle or end ring

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

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 top of the barrelOriginal 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