Izhevsk Mosin Nagant M44 – 7.62x54r – MFG 1948 – Cold War – w/ Bayonet
This is a no-reserve penny auction for an Izhevsk Mosin Nagant M44 bolt-action rifle in 7.62x54r. Serial number – 009415. This rifle is in good condition and the bore is in good condition as well. Soviet-made at the Izhevsk Arsenal, this 1948 M44 carbine features the iconic side-folding bayonet, 20" barrel, and rugged bolt-action chambered in 7.62x54R. Built during the early Cold War period, it reflects post-WWII improvements in machining and finish quality.
The M44 was designed for mobility and firepower, intended for cavalry and mechanized units. Izhevsk-marked examples like this one are increasingly sought after by collectors for their historic value, Cold War provenance, and distinctive Soviet design.