Soviet Rifles: Identification and Operation

Soviet Rifles: Identification and Operation

Released in 1954 by US Army Ordnance Corps (ORDI 7-101), this book is the definitive in-depth technical manual for the family of Mosin-Nagant bolt-action rifles and the then in-service Simonov / Tokarev semi-automatic rifles. (This book does not cover the SKS rifle) Functional design/operation is covered extensively, as well as disassembly, ammunition, and accessories. Also each type has a section on common malfunctions and the recommended correction steps. With over 75 photos and diagrams this will make an excellent must-have reference for any owners or collectors of these historic rifles. Rifles covered: - Mosin-Nagant rifle M1891 / Dragoon rifle - Carbine M1910 - Rifle M1891/30 - M1991/30 Sniper rifle - Carbine M1938 - Carbine M1944 - Automatic rifle M1936 (AVS) - Automatic rifle M1938 (SVT) - Automatic rifle M1940 (SVT) - Automatic rifle M1940 (AVT)