Mosin-Nagant M1891 – Tula 1917

Mosin-Nagant M1891 – Tula 1912Imperial Russian Original – not refurbishedFor sale is an original Mosin-Nagant infantry rifle model 1891, manufactured in 1912 at the imperial Tula Arsenal.This is a tsarist pre-war production from the reign of Nicholas II, with clearly recognizable original markings – including the imperial double-headed eagle and the typical Tula inscription.⚠️ Important: This rifle is not a Soviet refurbishment (no refurbishment). There are no typical features of a later arsenal refurbishment such as overstamped metric sights, ground-off crests, or recognizable re-bluing.Historical ContextThe model 1891 was the standard infantry rifle of the Russian army and was used in the major conflicts of the early 20th century.This specimen comes from the immediate pre-war period – a phase in which the manufacturing quality of the imperial arsenals is considered particularly solid.Unrefurbished tsarist originals are now significantly rarer than the mass-produced Soviet refurbish variants.Technical DataModel: Mosin-Nagant M1891 (infantry rifle)Manufacturer: Tula ArsenalYear of Manufacture: 1912Caliber: 7.62×54RMagazine Capacity: 5 roundsBarrel Length: approx. 80 cmOverall Length: approx. 130 cmBolt Handle: Straight designSight: Original Arshin scaling (not metrically refurbished)ConditionBarrelMirror bright with clearly defined grooves and lands.No visible rust or pitting in the barrel interior – exceptionally good for a military rifle over 110 years old.System & MechanicsFunctional mechanics with a clean lock operation.No recognizable manipulations or improper alterations.Number MatchingNot number matching (different serial numbers on components).Not unusual for military-used Mosin-Nagants, but priced below fully number-matching specimens.BluingOriginal, age-appropriate surface with normal signs of use.No noticeable re-bluing or refurbishment visible.StockOriginal wood with honest signs of use.No major damage or structural cracks – unaltered overall condition.MarkingsTula stamp, tsarist double-headed eagle, and year 1912 clearly and distinctly legible.Collector's NoteParticularly interesting about this piece is the combination of:✔ Pre-war production (1912)✔ Production at the imperial Tula Arsenal✔ Preserved tsarist double-headed eagle✔ Original Arshin sight✔ Very good barrel condition✔ No Soviet refurbishmentDue to the lack of number matching, it is not a “top-matching” safe queen specimen – but rather an authentic, historically correct military rifle with honest usage character.https://waffen-drost.de/shop/waffen/mosin-nagant-m1891-tula-1912