Recently I acquired a repro PEM side mount and a scope. I have two candidate ex-PEM sniper rifles to mount the scope. I do not presently have the screws and pins.
Both rifles have a nice bore and are in appropriate stocks for their circa of production and in good shape.
Rifle 1 is a 1938 Tula. The CH markings are not super clear but present.
Rifle 2 is a 1942 Izhevsk. Clear scope number on left and not lined out.
Not a big deal, but seeking advice on which one may be the better candidate. I am leaning toward the wartime Izhevsk for some reason.
I hope to get to the range this week and see if I can hit anything with either rifle.
Seeking opinions or any historical advice as this is my first attempt at a PEM rifle. I have completed several PU ex-sniper refurbs with original and/or repro scopes/mounts. Technical advice also welcome.
Is there any definitive information on correct pin and screw sizes? Any scope instructions. Iknow it is not overly complicated but a zero instruction write up would be nice,. Thanks ibn advance for any input.

Both rifles have a nice bore and are in appropriate stocks for their circa of production and in good shape.
Rifle 1 is a 1938 Tula. The CH markings are not super clear but present.


Rifle 2 is a 1942 Izhevsk. Clear scope number on left and not lined out.


Not a big deal, but seeking advice on which one may be the better candidate. I am leaning toward the wartime Izhevsk for some reason.
I hope to get to the range this week and see if I can hit anything with either rifle.
Seeking opinions or any historical advice as this is my first attempt at a PEM rifle. I have completed several PU ex-sniper refurbs with original and/or repro scopes/mounts. Technical advice also welcome.
Is there any definitive information on correct pin and screw sizes? Any scope instructions. Iknow it is not overly complicated but a zero instruction write up would be nice,. Thanks ibn advance for any input.