Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action repeating carbine for a penny-start auction, this is a Sporterized WWII 1946 Russian Izhevsk Mosin-Nagant M44.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Izhevsk Mechanical Plant / Factory 74 (Izhevsk, USSR) / Imported by Century Arms (C.A.I. - St. Albans, VT)
Model: Model 1944 Mosin-Nagant Carbine (M44 Carbine - ATI Sporterized)
Serial: ZHL959 (Cyrillic prefix 959 / C.A.I. serial ZHL959)
Date of Manufacture: 1946 ("1946?" Stamped on Barrel Shank)
Caliber: 7.62x54mmR (7.62x54R)
Finish: Original Blued Ordnance Steel Finish
Barrel Length: 20.25" Military Carbine Barrel w/ Front Sight Hood & Folding Bayonet Lug Assembly (Side Bayonet Blade Removed)
Optics/Sights: Hooded Front Post Sight w/ Rear Adjustable Tangent Sight Graduated to 1,000 Meters
Stock/Grips: Aftermarket Black Molded Synthetic ATI Monte Carlo Sporter Stock w/ Checkered Wrist/Forend & Integrated Rubber Recoil Pad
Action: Bolt-Action Repeating Rifle w/ 5-Round Internal Fixed Magazine Feed & Cock-on-Opening Safety Knob
Markings: Barrel shank stamped w/ Soviet Hammer & Sickle in Wreath crest, Izhevsk Arrow in Triangle arsenal mark, "1946?", Cyrillic serial "959", and proof marks; receiver side import stamped "M44 RUSSIA 7.62x54R / C.A.I. ST. A. VT. / ZHL959"; bolt body stamped matching "959".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Developed during the height of the Eastern Front campaign in WWII, the Soviet Model 1944 Mosin-Nagant Carbine (M44) was designed as a compact, hard-hitting shoulder arm for Red Army infantry, urban combat units, and artillery crews. Built around the legendary 7.62x54mmR cartridge, the M44 shortened the full-length 91/30 rifle barrel down to a maneuverable 20.25 inches and introduced a permanent side-folding cruciform bayonet assembly. Manufactured at the historic Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (Factory 74) immediately following WWII in 1946, these rugged Soviet carbines became legendary for their invincible action strength, fiery muzzle blast, and devastating ballistics. Fitted w/ modern synthetic sporter stocks, these classic M44 carbines serve as exceptionally durable, weather-resistant hunting and utility rifles while retaining their authentic Soviet military barrel and receiver pedigree.
This specific example is an authentic Soviet Izhevsk M44 Mosin-Nagant carbine manufactured in 1946, bearing serial number ZHL959 . Chambered in 7.62x54mmR, it features its original 20.25-inch military barrel, hooded front sight, 1,000-meter tangent rear sight, matching force-stamped bolt body, and original factory blued steel finish. The rifle has been upgraded into a practical hunting/sporter configuration via an aftermarket ATI black synthetic Monte Carlo stock featuring non-slip checkering, sling swivel studs, and a cushioned rubber recoil pad. The barrel shank retains crisp, deep Soviet markings, including the Izhevsk Arrow-in-Triangle, Hammer & Sickle wreath, and "1946?" production date. The military blued steel finish shows honest, authentic age coverage w/ operational bolt wear and light handling marks. Mechanically, the bolt cycles smoothly, lockup is vault-tight, and the 20.25-inch 7.62x54R bore remains bright w/ strong, defined rifling. Offered as a rugged, weather-proof hunting rifle or range shooter w/ authentic WWII Soviet heritage, this M44 carbine is ready for the field.
Contents:
Model: Model 1944 Mosin-Nagant Carbine (M44 Carbine - ATI Sporterized)
Serial: ZHL959 (Cyrillic prefix 959 / C.A.I. serial ZHL959)
Date of Manufacture: 1946 ("1946?" Stamped on Barrel Shank)
Caliber: 7.62x54mmR (7.62x54R)
Finish: Original Blued Ordnance Steel Finish
Barrel Length: 20.25" Military Carbine Barrel w/ Front Sight Hood & Folding Bayonet Lug Assembly (Side Bayonet Blade Removed)
Optics/Sights: Hooded Front Post Sight w/ Rear Adjustable Tangent Sight Graduated to 1,000 Meters
Stock/Grips: Aftermarket Black Molded Synthetic ATI Monte Carlo Sporter Stock w/ Checkered Wrist/Forend & Integrated Rubber Recoil Pad
Action: Bolt-Action Repeating Rifle w/ 5-Round Internal Fixed Magazine Feed & Cock-on-Opening Safety Knob
Markings: Barrel shank stamped w/ Soviet Hammer & Sickle in Wreath crest, Izhevsk Arrow in Triangle arsenal mark, "1946?", Cyrillic serial "959", and proof marks; receiver side import stamped "M44 RUSSIA 7.62x54R / C.A.I. ST. A. VT. / ZHL959"; bolt body stamped matching "959".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Developed during the height of the Eastern Front campaign in WWII, the Soviet Model 1944 Mosin-Nagant Carbine (M44) was designed as a compact, hard-hitting shoulder arm for Red Army infantry, urban combat units, and artillery crews. Built around the legendary 7.62x54mmR cartridge, the M44 shortened the full-length 91/30 rifle barrel down to a maneuverable 20.25 inches and introduced a permanent side-folding cruciform bayonet assembly. Manufactured at the historic Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (Factory 74) immediately following WWII in 1946, these rugged Soviet carbines became legendary for their invincible action strength, fiery muzzle blast, and devastating ballistics. Fitted w/ modern synthetic sporter stocks, these classic M44 carbines serve as exceptionally durable, weather-resistant hunting and utility rifles while retaining their authentic Soviet military barrel and receiver pedigree.
This specific example is an authentic Soviet Izhevsk M44 Mosin-Nagant carbine manufactured in 1946, bearing serial number ZHL959 . Chambered in 7.62x54mmR, it features its original 20.25-inch military barrel, hooded front sight, 1,000-meter tangent rear sight, matching force-stamped bolt body, and original factory blued steel finish. The rifle has been upgraded into a practical hunting/sporter configuration via an aftermarket ATI black synthetic Monte Carlo stock featuring non-slip checkering, sling swivel studs, and a cushioned rubber recoil pad. The barrel shank retains crisp, deep Soviet markings, including the Izhevsk Arrow-in-Triangle, Hammer & Sickle wreath, and "1946?" production date. The military blued steel finish shows honest, authentic age coverage w/ operational bolt wear and light handling marks. Mechanically, the bolt cycles smoothly, lockup is vault-tight, and the 20.25-inch 7.62x54R bore remains bright w/ strong, defined rifling. Offered as a rugged, weather-proof hunting rifle or range shooter w/ authentic WWII Soviet heritage, this M44 carbine is ready for the field.
Contents:
M44 Mosin-Nagant 7.62x54R Carbine in ATI Black Synthetic Monte Carlo Sporter Stock.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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