My first Mosin was a Izhevsk m38 made in 1944. Today I bought my second Mosin a Izhevsk ex-Dragoon made in 1927 for $125 when I went to pick it up I thought I was buying a 91/30 until I noticed the Hex receiver and the date that was stamped on it needless to say it put a smile on my face. I think I'm ready for my next Mosin now.