1462 DESIRABLE FINNISH CAPTURE SOVIET SVT-40 SEMI-AUTO

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 1,125.00 USD
Estimated at 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 USD
MILITARY RIFLE. Cal. 7.62x54R.S# TM1590. Serial #s do not match which is normal for rifles which were given arsenal rebuilds in Finland. Bbl. 26 3/4" including muzzle brake. This rifle mfg. by the Tula Arsenal as indicated by the star marking on the top of the receiver is dated 1941. The left side of the receiver has the boxed "SA" Finnish property mark. The receiver is cut on both sides. Receiver made w/ a scope rail. Tangent rear sight graduated to 1500 meters. Post front sight w/ protective hood. Slotted muzzle brake. Cleaning rod & bayonet lug are present. Hardwood stock set. Buttstock is marked on right side w/ encircled "TC". Stock is marked on right side w/ "3K3580", "T" in an oval & indistinct boxed acceptance mark. Period, unmarked brown leather sling w/ sliding brass keeper. MAGS: 1 Blued steel detachable marked on bottom left "TM158.2". CONDITION: stock set has arsenal rework type finish over moderate wear and handling marks while retaining a good visual appearance. Metal has 75% of a mix of original & arsenal rework finishes w/ thinning & light wear. Bolt is bright. Bore has moderately worn lands turning dark in grooves. (24-1655/RW). CURIO. $2,250-3,500.