The 11 signifies Radom, Poland. Your Pole M44 will most likely out shoot your Russian. They are excellent carbines. In regards to your Soviet M44 dont give up faith! Try some new Prvi ammo or if you really want to see results get into reloading. Also double check all of your screws are tight and your bedding is sound around the muzzle. Often refurb Mosins were simply thrown into stocks post war with no regards for bedding. I bet it will tighten up. However for a WWII carbine with surplus ammo I wouldnt be too dissapointed.