New guy - where to buy?

tnjeff · 03-09-2008, 10:06 PM

Hi Folks,
Ok, after looking around here, I've decided I've to to have one of these 91/30's. Ya'll can't have all the fun! My question is, since I'll probably have to buy online, is there a dealer that you guys have had good experience with? I do see them occasionally at gun shows, but I'm not sure that I know enough about them to get a good one. Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jeff

bigbuddy21 · 03-09-2008, 11:16 PM

have you checked out any local gunshops, their usually cheaper that way.
you could try GunBroker.com Online Gun Auction they have a lot of them.
welcome to G&G i'll have to warn you about mosinitis. it a dreaded disease that
you contact after you buy your first mosin/nagant rifle, and its incureable.

Geo M44 · 03-09-2008, 11:17 PM

I have delt with AIM, J&G, and recently SOG. All are well known on this board.

Be aware that to order rifles/pistols you need to have a Federal Firearms License (in the case of Mosin Nagants an 03-FFL is required) or prearrange to have the rifle shipped to an 01-FFL dealer. You can also buy directly from most Big 5 stores if they are in your area.

You're gonna love shooting these rifles. Beware, that they are habit forming (that's a good thing).

This is the best group of MN owners you will run accross, and welcome to G&G

GlockMeister · 03-09-2008, 11:22 PM

Welcome to G&G tnjeff.

LefthandShooter · 03-10-2008, 05:57 AM

Where are you located? Maybe one of us are close enough to help.

texnmidwest · 03-10-2008, 06:06 AM

Another sports store that carries them is Duhnam's and Gander Mountain has them sometimes.

marion57 · 03-10-2008, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by tnjeff

Hi Folks,
Ok, after looking around here, I've decided I've to to have one of these 91/30's. Ya'll can't have all the fun! My question is, since I'll probably have to buy online, is there a dealer that you guys have had good experience with? I do see them occasionally at gun shows, but I'm not sure that I know enough about them to get a good one. Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jeff

I have bought from J&G , Aim , Classic ,I.O. and had good results but you should have a 03 to buy its much cheaper ..
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check em out and dont be afraid to call them and ask questions

tnjeff · 03-10-2008, 10:08 AM

Wow, thanks for all the information! I am located in Nashville TN. I've looked in several gun shops and no luck. There's a gun show this weekend, so I'll be looking around there. I have a dealer close to home that will do the transfer, but I did send off for a CandR app, just in case these are addictive as they seem to be!
Thanks again,
Jeff

ArkansasHunter · 03-10-2008, 10:11 AM

tnjeff WELCOME to GUN and GAME !!! Were delighted you joined and we hope to see you around often...A.H

squirrelbaster · 03-10-2008, 10:27 AM

id first try your local shop, then id try the links marion provided, and also try classic arms, there my favorite.

SwedeSteve · 03-10-2008, 01:11 PM

Welcome to G&G! Great advice from the guys. Get back to us with some pics when you pick up your first Mosin. We are all more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

marion57 · 03-10-2008, 03:22 PM

If I rember correctly one of the larger importers is in Tennessee ( Tennessee gun)
ok he is a parts dealer sorry BTW I.O is my favorite dealer so far but that could change the next sale that comes along LOL

killer · 03-10-2008, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by tnjeff

There's a gun show this weekend, so I'll be looking around there.

You should find one there...but be in line when the doors open if you can.

Or just before the doors open stand close by the head of the line and when the doors do open yell real loud, "Hey there's Ted Kennedy and he says he's got a court order to stop the gun show." Point to the end of the line. The die hards will be in the front of the line and at the mere mention of Ted Kennedy stepping on their 2nd admendment rights will blow a gasket and storm out of line to give Ted a piece of their mind.

In the massive confusion zip in first.

LefthandShooter · 03-10-2008, 03:49 PM

Or say "There's Hillary in a bikini". While they are throwing up move towards the front of the line.

tnjeff · 03-10-2008, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Or say "There's Hillary in a bikini". While they are throwing up move towards the front of the line.

Thanks Lefthand, I was just fixin' to eat dinner. Think I'll wait awhile.

texnmidwest · 03-10-2008, 07:44 PM

Hey! Hillary may be a flaming liberal but she is a hot babe!!!! GGgrrrrrrrr....

Cyrano · 03-10-2008, 08:01 PM

tnjeff, welcome to the forum.

I'd suggest giving Classic Arms in North Carolina a call. They have Mosin Nagant 91/30s ranging from about $70 to about $100, and they throw in an accessory kit as part of the deal. They also have ammo. You might want to order a couple of hundred rounds to get acquainted with your new Russian girl, but if you read the Mosin thread you'll find better ammo deals.

Be prepared to deal with a rifle in the original cosmoline. I suggest you buy a gallon of mineral spirits, some brass bristle 'toothbrushes' and a funnel. Also, read back down the Mosin forum; there are a couple of good threads on cleaning one up there. "Cosmoline: It's not just for breakfast anymore!"

You may also want to consider a lace-on or velco-shut buttpad. The Mosin has recoil that is substantial, but a buttpad will reduce it by quite a lot.

They're fun to shoot, and not terribly expensive to shoot if you buy ammo in bulk; and you may get a kick out of the thread on How To Open An Ammo Can.

And again, welcome to the forum.

texnmidwest · 03-10-2008, 08:29 PM

tnjeff, I agree about the buttpad. I put a slip on limbsaver butt pad on my 91/30 and found it quite comfortable and fun to shoot even from a bench. I was also surprised how well one of them shot! Just remember that the surplus ammo is corrosive so bring cleaning equipment to the range. A bottle of Windex and some WD 40 are a must have in my range box. Spray the barrel out with Windex, run a patch down the barrel to dry it. Spray it out with WD 40 then clean it good with Hoppe's No.9. Washing it out with soap and hot water is also a good way.

Welcome to the Mosin club. You will truly enjoy the rifle. I had my doubts at first but once I gave it a try I fell into Mosinitis. I now own 8 and am looking at a 9th. Price is right.

SwedeSteve · 03-10-2008, 08:34 PM

Tex- If you buy 'em all, you gotta share!

Jeff- If you find one at the Gunshow, look for matching serial #'s on the bolt, magazine floorplate, and butt plate. Not necessarily bad if they don't match. Just nicer if they do.

gregkilo · 03-10-2008, 08:43 PM

whats the effective range of a Mosin? Truthfully now.......

03-09-2008, 10:06 PM	#1
tnjeff Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 64	New guy - where to buy? Hi Folks, Ok, after looking around here, I've decided I've to to have one of these 91/30's. Ya'll can't have all the fun! My question is, since I'll probably have to buy online, is there a dealer that you guys have had good experience with? I do see them occasionally at gun shows, but I'm not sure that I know enough about them to get a good one. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks, Jeff

03-09-2008, 11:16 PM	#2
bigbuddy21 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: new albany in. Posts: 974 Images: 5	have you checked out any local gunshops, their usually cheaper that way. you could try GunBroker.com Online Gun Auction they have a lot of them. welcome to G&G i'll have to warn you about mosinitis. it a dreaded disease that you contact after you buy your first mosin/nagant rifle, and its incureable. __________________ LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE!

03-09-2008, 11:17 PM	#3
Geo M44 Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: The Desert Posts: 2,200	I have delt with AIM, J&G, and recently SOG. All are well known on this board. Be aware that to order rifles/pistols you need to have a Federal Firearms License (in the case of Mosin Nagants an 03-FFL is required) or prearrange to have the rifle shipped to an 01-FFL dealer. You can also buy directly from most Big 5 stores if they are in your area. You're gonna love shooting these rifles. Beware, that they are habit forming (that's a good thing). This is the best group of MN owners you will run accross, and welcome to G&G Last edited by Geo M44; 03-09-2008 at 11:20 PM.

03-09-2008, 11:22 PM	#4
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,483	Welcome to G&G tnjeff. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

03-10-2008, 05:57 AM	#5
LefthandShooter Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In A House in NE Ohio! Posts: 1,458	Where are you located? Maybe one of us are close enough to help. __________________ A dead bird is still a dead bird.

03-10-2008, 06:06 AM	#6
texnmidwest Listen to yur Inner Hippo Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 3,450	Another sports store that carries them is Duhnam's and Gander Mountain has them sometimes. __________________ "Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati" (If all else fails play dead)

03-10-2008, 10:08 AM	#8
tnjeff Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 64	Wow, thanks for all the information! I am located in Nashville TN. I've looked in several gun shops and no luck. There's a gun show this weekend, so I'll be looking around there. I have a dealer close to home that will do the transfer, but I did send off for a CandR app, just in case these are addictive as they seem to be! Thanks again, Jeff

03-10-2008, 10:11 AM	#9
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,694	tnjeff WELCOME to GUN and GAME !!! Were delighted you joined and we hope to see you around often...A.H

03-10-2008, 10:27 AM	#10
squirrelbaster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,266	id first try your local shop, then id try the links marion provided, and also try classic arms, there my favorite.

03-10-2008, 01:11 PM	#11
SwedeSteve Thor's Hammer Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 10,370 Images: 1	Welcome to G&G! Great advice from the guys. Get back to us with some pics when you pick up your first Mosin. We are all more than happy to answer any questions you may have. __________________ Thank God we don't get as much Government as we pay for! -Will Rogers

03-10-2008, 03:22 PM	#12
marion57 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 2,882	If I rember correctly one of the larger importers is in Tennessee ( Tennessee gun) ok he is a parts dealer sorry BTW I.O is my favorite dealer so far but that could change the next sale that comes along LOL Last edited by marion57; 03-10-2008 at 03:25 PM.

03-10-2008, 03:49 PM	#14
LefthandShooter Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In A House in NE Ohio! Posts: 1,458	Or say "There's Hillary in a bikini". While they are throwing up move towards the front of the line. __________________ A dead bird is still a dead bird.

03-10-2008, 07:44 PM	#16
texnmidwest Listen to yur Inner Hippo Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 3,450	Hey! Hillary may be a flaming liberal but she is a hot babe!!!! GGgrrrrrrrr.... __________________ "Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati" (If all else fails play dead)

03-10-2008, 08:01 PM	#17
Cyrano Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,356	tnjeff, welcome to the forum. I'd suggest giving Classic Arms in North Carolina a call. They have Mosin Nagant 91/30s ranging from about $70 to about $100, and they throw in an accessory kit as part of the deal. They also have ammo. You might want to order a couple of hundred rounds to get acquainted with your new Russian girl, but if you read the Mosin thread you'll find better ammo deals. Be prepared to deal with a rifle in the original cosmoline. I suggest you buy a gallon of mineral spirits, some brass bristle 'toothbrushes' and a funnel. Also, read back down the Mosin forum; there are a couple of good threads on cleaning one up there. "Cosmoline: It's not just for breakfast anymore!" You may also want to consider a lace-on or velco-shut buttpad. The Mosin has recoil that is substantial, but a buttpad will reduce it by quite a lot. They're fun to shoot, and not terribly expensive to shoot if you buy ammo in bulk; and you may get a kick out of the thread on How To Open An Ammo Can. And again, welcome to the forum.

03-10-2008, 08:29 PM	#18
texnmidwest Listen to yur Inner Hippo Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 3,450	tnjeff, I agree about the buttpad. I put a slip on limbsaver butt pad on my 91/30 and found it quite comfortable and fun to shoot even from a bench. I was also surprised how well one of them shot! Just remember that the surplus ammo is corrosive so bring cleaning equipment to the range. A bottle of Windex and some WD 40 are a must have in my range box. Spray the barrel out with Windex, run a patch down the barrel to dry it. Spray it out with WD 40 then clean it good with Hoppe's No.9. Washing it out with soap and hot water is also a good way. Welcome to the Mosin club. You will truly enjoy the rifle. I had my doubts at first but once I gave it a try I fell into Mosinitis. I now own 8 and am looking at a 9th. Price is right. __________________ "Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati" (If all else fails play dead)

03-10-2008, 08:34 PM	#19
SwedeSteve Thor's Hammer Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 10,370 Images: 1	Tex- If you buy 'em all, you gotta share! Jeff- If you find one at the Gunshow, look for matching serial #'s on the bolt, magazine floorplate, and butt plate. Not necessarily bad if they don't match. Just nicer if they do. __________________ Thank God we don't get as much Government as we pay for! -Will Rogers Last edited by SwedeSteve; 03-10-2008 at 08:38 PM.

03-10-2008, 08:43 PM	#20
gregkilo Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cherokee Co. Alabama Posts: 67	whats the effective range of a Mosin? Truthfully now.......