The seller of this Mosin-Nagant calls it a great survivor, and the notes back that up with details you can check. The receiver is stamped with a 1953 date, the serial number is BK4503, and the stock is stamped 4503/02, which points to a stock that matches the rifle. The rear sight is adjustable, and a bayonet comes with the package.

Chambered in 7.62x54mmR, it has a 21-inch barrel and a bolt action. It carries a three-round capacity, though Mosins normally feed from a five-round internal magazine, so confirm the details in the photos. The finish is other, which usually means a mix of refinished and original surfaces.

A rifle from the 1950s has seen a different story than one from the Second World War. It came from a later period when arsenals refurbished older rifles, and the stamps show that work. Collectors look for the arsenal marks, the date, and whether the stock and bolt match the receiver.

Before shooting it, check the bore, the bolt, and the sights. Use ammunition made for the 7.62x54R and clean the bore well after corrosive surplus rounds. It is sold as described, in used condition. The rifle ships to your FFL dealer, where the background check is completed.