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Mossberg Model 151 M (a) .22 LR NVSN

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Mossberg Model 151 M (a) .22 LR NVSN
Vintage semiautomatic rimfire rifle circa 1947-48. Stamped "PROPERTY OF U.S.A." in small block letters on top of receiver (over stamped, at least three separate sets of indentations). DOD Inspection stamp (3/8" circle with three stars over eagle, began using circa 1952) stamped into cheekpiece, chest shield is open with no stripes. No square DOD Acceptance stamping observed. Features blued finish, wood full length stock (with metal insert piece mid-forend), front sight base (missing inserts), tangent rear sight on barrel, tube magazine in butt, black plastic trigger guard with curved finger groove extension on wrist, flat metal buttplate, sockets for twist-lock swivels. No receiver sight provided. Manual safety involves drawing bolt slightly to rear and pushing bolt knob inward. Bore is good condition, might improve with cleaning. Retains 85% finish with scratches & edge losses. Wood is very good condition, with scrapes and scratches. Condition is NRA Very Good *** C&R Firearm ***