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Need help with Markings on Finnish Capture

727 views 23 replies 10 participants last post by  Leon  
Start with a genuine Finn M91/30 with a ruined barrel, find a run-of-the-mill M91/30 with a good bore...
Finding a run of the mill Finn with a ruined barrel alone would be a chore, but let's say it was done:
Then finding a 91/30 without a refurb finish or import marked barrel.
Ruin said rifle by parting it out.
Then spend the time and/or money to swap barrels.
"Correct" the front sight to Finn specs and make the finish look period.
Add copious amounts of crud and schmutz and then clean it off just right to make it appear the barrel is original to the receiver and stock.
Buy the fake stamp.
Apply the fake stamp.

All to maybe get an extra $50 over the going price for a 91/30?

As I said, that's a lot of trouble...
Not everything is a conspiracy.