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  1. houghtonsurvival

    Old Vs. New and Why?

    Hey, so after being on the forum a while I would like to see what the impression you all have concerning old (read vintage) versus new rifles. Personally, I lean towards the vintage type. It seems they are like cars, the new ones are built like shit and the old ones, well, are not. I might...
  2. houghtonsurvival

    7.62X54R Reloading?

    Hey, I would like to start getting into reloading. It seems that it would be more cost efficient to reload the shells vs. buying new ones. I have a 1944 Mosin Nagant 91-30 that shoots 7.62X54R rounds. What would be the best way to start learning the process of reloading? Thanks!
  3. houghtonsurvival

    Good inexpensive vintage bolt action rifle?

    Hey, I am just starting to collect vintage, original weapons. I bought my first, a 1944 Mosin Nagant, and am addicted. Anyone know of any other good starter vintage rifles? Price is an issue, so let's start with the most inexpensive. The M91-30 I got is a beauty! It took a while to get it...
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    Rust on Blued barrel

    Hey, I just noticed that my Marlin 795 has rust on the barrel after only 10 days of owning it (I got it brand new from the gun shop.) Any ideas if this is something that I should talk to Marlin about or should I just take it off myself with some #000 and oil? The only reason I am asking is...
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    Mosin Sticky Bolt but dry fired?

    Hey guys, Just want to ask a quick question. I have a 1944 M91-30 Mosin Nagant and I have yet to fire it. I have meticulously cleaned it but when I got it it had very little cosmo in it. Here is the deal, I cleaned it and dry fired it (yes, I know, not good for the firing pin) and after the...
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    Member Link Up New Member from Houghton, MI

    Hello all, I just found this forum. I am a former Marine. Wont get into too much detail. I own a M91-30 Mosin Nagant and am looking to upgrade my arsenal. I don't have many rifles since all the rifles I ever needed were given to me in the military. Anyhow, any other Mosin user out here?