Spanish Civil War Mosin

Greasemonkey · Post by **Greasemonkey** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:28 am

This is a '35 Tula Spanish Civil War Mosin. Most of these came in to the country in the early '60's. The import mark is simply, Made in U.S.S.R. stamped on the receiver, some were stamped Made in U.R.R.S., typo or not, the debate continues. It also has two other SCW traits, a remaining rear wire sling hanger and a heavily sanded stock. The wire type sling hangers are known to break when rebent for removal, which is possibly what happened to the front one. The stock as you will see is very rough and course, the forestock is sanded enough that the barrel bands are loose, the front is only held in place by the spring latch. Absolutely nothing matches on this rifle, which I understand due to Spain's armoury is normal also. It is also common to find a blade style front sight and a handguard with no metal end caps on these, but the standard M91/30 front sight can be found also. The SCW Mosins dated '36 and '37, based on what I have been told, were taken directly off the production lines and shipped to Spain, there are however a few with known with dates earlier.

This Spanish Civil War lasted from July of '36 to April of'39. The Soviets along with Mexico supported the Republican Government, Nazi Germany, Italy and Portugal supported the Nationalists. In the end, the Nationalists won over the Republicans. Also, the Republicans were persecuted by the Nationalists at the end of the battle.

Post by **Jumperwire** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:38 am

Nice. I have never run across one of these.

redspoon · Post by **redspoon** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:45 am

Very nice Greasemonkey

Wondering if Mexico had any Mosins shipped to them that they put their marks on

Greasemonkey · Post by **Greasemonkey** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:51 am

redspoon wrote:Very nice Greasemonkey Wondering if Mexico had any Mosins shipped to them that they put their marks on

I don't believe so, I have yet to hear about a Mexican Mosin, but with the way arms float and travel around the world, I'm sure there are some there.

Sgt. Rob · Post by **Sgt. Rob** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:41 pm

That is a great rifle, and not frequently encountred! Thank you very much for posting the pics! Wonder if Hemingway was ever near it??

Semper Fi, Rob

lthilsdorf · Post by **lthilsdorf** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:50 pm

Nice rifle. I love Spanish Civil War Mosin Nagants (if my website hadn't already made that clear, haha!). Yours is a good representation of many different SCW features, as you already made clear. Did you ever happen to look under the buttplate? That's a new place to check that I've been pushing, as I only recently came across a not often recorded probable SCW marking in the the form of an "MI8" stamped under it.

Thanks for sharing, as I always like to see SCW rifles!

Post by **bunkysdad** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 1:01 pm

I missed out on one recently that went for a great deal. I will grab one when I get the right chance. This one looks nice.

Post by **Jumperwire** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 2:03 pm

lthilsdorf wrote:Nice rifle. I love Spanish Civil War Mosin Nagants (if my website hadn't already made that clear, haha!). Yours is a good representation of many different SCW features, as you already made clear. Did you ever happen to look under the buttplate? That's a new place to check that I've been pushing, as I only recently came across a not often recorded probable SCW marking in the the form of an "MI8" stamped under it.

Thanks for sharing, as I always like to see SCW rifles!

Wow

I missed your website before. Looks nice. I think I may feel another addiction coming on.

Post by **Rongo** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 3:22 pm

Jumperwire wrote:
lthilsdorf wrote:Nice rifle. I love Spanish Civil War Mosin Nagants (if my website hadn't already made that clear, haha!). Yours is a good representation of many different SCW features, as you already made clear. Did you ever happen to look under the buttplate? That's a new place to check that I've been pushing, as I only recently came across a not often recorded probable SCW marking in the the form of an "MI8" stamped under it.

Thanks for sharing, as I always like to see SCW rifles!
Wow I missed your website before. Looks nice. I think I may feel another addiction coming on.

Same here.... Nice & rough old SCW GM!!!!

Post by **Junk Yard Dog** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 3:37 pm

Cool look to that rifle, looks like my Soviet issued Mosins with all the shellac worn off, when I lemon oil the bare wood it takes on that look yours has. Very nice

desdem12 · Post by **desdem12** » Mon Jan 30, 2012 4:27 pm

I have never seen one quite like that. That is sure a pretty stock in the shape it is in.

Greasemonkey · Post by **Greasemonkey** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 1:40 am

It was lthilsdorf's website I learned alot about the history of these, great site by the way. As of yesterday, it will remain in it's original configuration.

It was in the other stock because the original has a very small crack in the wrist, but I figured since it doesn't get much range time, it should be in it's original form. The stock, if I had to guess, seems to be an oil finish, maybe linseed oil or something similar???? I haven't seen any of these for sale lately, other than what floats thru Gunbroker from time to time, I bought this one from a local fellow for $90.

Glad you all enjoyed it

I will check under the butt plate for a "MI8" or other marking.

Shawnc · Post by **Shawnc** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 3:04 am

Greasemonkey wrote:
redspoon wrote:Very nice Greasemonkey Wondering if Mexico had any Mosins shipped to them that they put their marks on
I don't believe so, I have yet to hear about a Mexican Mosin, but with the way arms float and travel around the world, I'm sure there are some there.

There are, I've seen them. They are marked "SA" which I think is some kind of Mexican slang...

Post by **Junk Yard Dog** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 5:37 am

Mexican Mosins , no, Mexico was real fond of the Mauser rifle design, both imported them, and made them at home.

MN Fan · Post by **MN Fan** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 6:19 am

Nice find and nice price GM! I like the rugged look and it appears ready for whatever comes up.

Congrats on a nice addition to your collection

pacanis · Post by **pacanis** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 6:59 am

Yes, that's a nice variation that I'd like to run into.

Greasemonkey · Post by **Greasemonkey** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 11:05 am

Since lthilsdorf asked, here is an under the butt plate shot, there are a few stamps, but I don't have a clue to the meaning.

lthilsdorf · Post by **lthilsdorf** » Tue Jan 31, 2012 5:00 pm

Thanks Greasemonkey! I always look under the buttplate of every Mosin Nagant I buy, as you never know what you might find. I've found markings similar to your's under on some of my rifles, but I'm positive they are Soviet in origin. But it's always worth it to check, especially on these SCW Mosin Nagants.

It's a fine rifle Greasemonkey! Glad you put her back in the original stock. Alot of people assume that a sanded stock on a SCW rifle is the work of bubba, but it's not always the case!

Post by **Rongo** » Mon May 28, 2012 7:25 am

Btt so some of the new members can check this out.

Celt · Post by **Celt** » Mon May 28, 2012 8:38 am

I love it! That's a great rifle. I've never seen one of those. Thanks G.M

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