Finnish Model 28 "ski trooper"

Dave91 · Dec 18, 2014

This one is from the first batch of M28's that the Civil Guard ordered. It has a SIG barrel, and being one of the first 6,000 rifles made, it also has a "ski trooper" stock. These stocks allowed the sling to be arranged in a manner that the rifle could be slung flat against the body while mounted or on skis.

Overall it's in good condition for a gun that has had little repair or upgrade since early 1928. It's matching on bolt, barrel, and the two digits on the buttplate. It has a SIG barrel that is dated 1927 on the bottom. The best part is there are no SA or D marks, which is a very uncommon thing to see. It's built on an 1895 Tula receiver. This is my first ski trooper and only my second M28. Hopefull I can add more soon.

KH195 · Dec 18, 2014

Very cool!!

CasualObserver · Dec 18, 2014

Wow, nice pick up. I've read about this model, but never seen one. Love that stock set up!

Alphabrew · Dec 18, 2014

Damn, very nice. Never seen a stock like that before!

Dave91 · Dec 18, 2014

Alphabrew said:
Damn, very nice. Never seen a stock like that before!

Thanks guys. They are not too common. There were only 6,000 originally made with these stocks out of a total production of just over 33,000 M28's. Factor in loss and damage from use in 3 wars and you can imagine there aren't a whole lot floating around. However, I can think of someone around here who has several...

smoothebore · Dec 18, 2014

You gotta get an official sling on that thing.

Dave91 · Dec 18, 2014

smoothebore said:
You gotta get an official sling on that thing.

I may, if I could find one. I bought some Finnish marked 91/30 slings on ebay and some came with longer straps that actually fit through the double slots very well. So while I may not have an original sling, I can still use the double slot configuration.

smoothebore · Dec 18, 2014

Repro slings are fine if you make it look the age of the gun. I just meant it's a very cool sling configuration and would look great with a sling that shows it off.

Dave91 · Dec 18, 2014

smoothebore said:
Repro slings are fine if you make it look the age of the gun. I just meant it's a very cool sling configuration and would look great with a sling that shows it off.

smoothebore · Dec 18, 2014

Beautimous!!!

h2u · Dec 18, 2014

IMO-The double slot M28 is THE sexiest Mosin out there!!

That one is a beauty, Dave! Congrats! I believe the lowest serialed M28 I own is in the 1800 block-so you have me beat by a good amount.
You snagged a gorgeous example of an uncommon Finn variation.

Just wait till mawkie sees this - he's been trying to track one of these down for quite a few years!

Machodoc · Dec 18, 2014

That's something cool that I learned today. Thanks!

AC MkIII · Dec 19, 2014

Too many Finns to collect. Nice rifle

Dave91 · Dec 19, 2014

Thanks for the comments guys. By the way h2u, here's what the seller described in the auction as being a very dark, rusted, and pitted bore. I think he saved me a lot of money with that description. It looks even better in person. I'll try to get another bore pic later. One guy on gunboards said he didn't bid me up because the description made the bore sound really bad. I was expecting a sewer pipe.

Ironnewt · Dec 19, 2014

I would think that it should shoot well dispite the "dark, rusted and pitted bore" . Granted it's not pristine but a "sewer pipe" it's not by any stretch of the imagination.

Dave91 · Dec 19, 2014

Ironnewt said:
I would think that it should shoot well dispite the "dark, rusted and pitted bore" . Granted it's not pristine but a "sewer pipe" it's not by any stretch of the imagination.

Yeah, this is the quote from the auction: . I want to be crystal clear when I tell you that the BORE IS VERY DARK; WITH RUST AND PITTING PRESENT."
I bid despite that description, knowing it probably wasn't as bad as he was describing, or if it was I would be able to clean it up. My picture makes it look darker than it is. It still has a lot of shine. After a shooting and cleaning it should clean up nicely. I have other rifles with actual dark and pitted bores that shoot great.

mawkie · Dec 19, 2014

h2u said:
IMO-The double slot M28 is THE sexiest Mosin out there!!
That one is a beauty, Dave! Congrats! I believe the lowest serialed M28 I own is in the 1800 block-so you have me beat by a good amount.
You snagged a gorgeous example of an uncommon Finn variation.

Just wait till mawkie sees this - he's been trying to track one of these down for quite a few years!

Congratulations! Yes indeed, been on the hunt for one of these for a while now. I'll find one eventually. Would help if other goodies didn't distract me (squirrel!) and drain the bank account.

h2u · Dec 19, 2014

Dave91 said:

Here are a few examples of the correct slings these were issued with. Sorry for not having a full-length shot-I'll fix that this evening

These, "three-piece" slings are extremely hard to find and about $200 when you do.
To be totally correct, you'll need to also track down a, "special" rear dog collar that is extra long to give the proper slack for the sling to attach to.

Dave91 · Dec 19, 2014

h2u said:
Here are a few examples of the correct slings these were issued with. Sorry for not having a full-length shot-I'll fix that this evening
These, "three-piece" slings are extremely hard to find and about $200 when you do.
To be totally correct, you'll need to also track down a, "special" rear dog collar that is extra long to give the proper slack for the sling to attach to.

Quit hogging them all! Those are really nice. If I come across one I'll try to buy it. One I have one correct sling though I'll have to track down correct slings for all of my rifles...

h2u · Dec 19, 2014

Dave91 said:
Quit hogging them all! Those are really nice. If I come across one I'll try to buy it. One I have one correct sling though I'll have to track down correct slings for all of my rifles...

Don't get started on getting the correct items for every rifle like I did. Then you're going to need the muzzle cover, cleaning kit, and bayonet. That will be another $300+ out the door

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