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FINNISH MODEL 1928 CIVIL GUARD BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 400.00 USD
FINNISH MODEL 1928 CIVIL GUARD BOLT ACTION RIFLE.
Cal. 7.62x54R. S# 3534. Bbl. 27". Import marked on right side of bbl. behind front sight. Marked on top w/ "SY" indicating ownership by the Finnish Civil Guard. Bbl. is additionally marked on top right w/ double struck boxed "SA" & "D" for use w/ heavy ball ammo. Right side has "S89774" Civil Guard no. Bbl. has 2 partially encircled "KE" acceptance marks. Ladder rear sight has been modified to graduated 850 meters & has modified sight notch. Blade front sight w/ protective ears. Hexagon receiver has faint Imperial eagle on top flat. Straight bolt handle. Hinged upper band w/ reinforcing straps. Cleaning rod is present. Two stage trigger. Hardwood stock set w/ the typical finish finger jointed construction. Recoil bolt is aligned in grasping grooves. Green web sling w/ leather attaching straps. Sling attaches at forend w/ stirrup fitted in sling slot & attaches to conventional swivel in butt. CONDITION: stock set has moderate wear, staining & handling marks throughout. Butt has repaired knot on left side. Metal retains 75% original dull blue finish w/ light wear & handling marks. Bright bolt is turning gray. Fair, worn bore turning dark. (23-1374/RW). CURIO.$300-400.