Mosin Nagant,Model 44, matching Numbers and Laminated Stock

The Great Patriotic War, the Soviet high command determined there was a need for a shorter and more handy bolt action service rifle for the Red Army. The savage street by street combat in cities such as Stalingrad clearly showed that a carbine length weapon would better satisfy the needs of the Red Army. While the earlier Model 1938 Carbine seemed to fill this demand, the lack of a bayonet was seen as a grave deficiency in Soviet circles. The Soviet Union was winning the war against Hitler with shear numbers of men and machines coupled with mass of attack. While the concept of soldiers with bayonets advancing in gigantic formations seemed antiquated to the militaries of the West, this philosophy was still a key factor in the Soviet order of battle. A new carbine whose bayonet would reflect this doctrine was deemed in order, and the concept behind the Model 1944 Carbine ( M44 Carbine ) was born. Izhevsk Model 1944 The seller hereby expressly disclaims all warranties, either express or implied and assumes no liability in connection with the sale. Buyer should have a licensed gunsmith examine the firearm before firing it. This rifle is C&R eligible. I will not ship to states that do not allow shipment of this rifle. There is a 3% charge on credit card orders Shipments to Alaska are higher than in the rest of the U.S. This rifle is hand select and has matching serial numbers. There is a slight crack in the laminate on the butt stock