Make: Remington Armory

Model: M91

Serial Number: 334362

Year of Manufacture: 1917

Caliber: 7.62x54R

Action Type: Bolt action, internal 5 round magazine

Markings: The barrel shank is marked with an Imperial Eagle and, “REMINGTON ARMORY 1917 No. 334362”. The receiver is marked with an Imperial Eagle. All other serialized parts are non-matching. There is an import mark on the barrel. Serial numbers on the bolt have been struck (probably by the Finns) and force-matched.

Barrel Length: 31.5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a triangular post dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a type 2 u-notch sliding elevator leaf attached to a barrel mounted base.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The two piece wood stock has a straight grip, finger grooves, metal nose cap, cut out for the included cleaning rod, two barrel bands, two sling eyelets, through bolts, and a metal buttplate. There are compression marks, scuffs, chips, and scratches throughout the wood. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The refinished stock rates a Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original to Arsenal refinish

Bore Condition: The bore is dark and the rifling is still sharp. There is faint pitting in the bore. In this writer's opinion, this bore rates 8/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its metal finish. There are tiny scratches throughout the metal surfaces. The action shows minimal operational wear. The barrel exhibits fading. The screw heads are heavily tooled but still usable. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Sling.

Our Assessment: This rifle is truly a piece of history. The design is obviously Russian, but it is stamped “Remington Armory”. This was made possible by the Tsar’s government ordering 3.3 million M1891s from Remington and New England Westinghouse to supplement the Russian World War One effort. The October Communist Revolution of 1917 occurred after Remington had produced 750,000 of the order, roughly 500,000 of which were already on Russian soil awaiting payment.

Upon assuming power, Vladimir Lenin abrogated the debt of the old regime, leaving Remington and New England Westinghouse hanging for the balance and facing bankruptcy. The US Army purchased the remainder and sent some to Russia in the hands of US and British expeditionary troops — ostensibly to prevent the capture of the the 500,000 by the Central Powers still fighting the Allies. The US Army designated them U.S. Rifle, 7.62mm, Model of 1916.

At least some of the 500,000 were captured anyway, and those were later sold by the Germans to Finland and others. This example seems to still be in the configuration that Remington made it, to include the sling configuration that uses a metal swivel — rather than running the sling itself through the slot, as the Russians were prone to do.

The Mosin-Nagant’s robust design and powerful cartridge made it a dependable weapon on the battlefields of World War I, World War II, the Russo-Finnish Winter War, and others. Chambered in 7.62x54R, the M91 Mosin-Nagant utilizes a rimmed cartridge was a standard for Russian military firearms for many decades. Its ballistic performance allowed the M91 to excel in engagements at extended ranges, providing effective stopping power in various combat conditions. The rifle’s full-length wooden stock provides protection for the barrel and stability during firing. Steel hardware, including the barrel bands, buttplate, and sling swivels, underscores its rugged military construction.

Despite its origins as a Russian military rifle, the Remington M91 holds a unique place in American arms history. It represents a rare intersection of three nations' wartime needs and showcases the quality of American manufacturing during the period. Today, the Remington M91 Mosin-Nagant is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, valued for its historical significance, connection to both Russian and American history, and the enduring legacy of the Mosin-Nagant design.