Svt-40 vs mosin nagant

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How's it going guys? Just wondering what you think is the better gun. I know the mosin magant is a whole lot cheaper but I like the look of the svt-40. Which do you think would be a better buy? I'm probably going to be shooting at the range mostly.
 
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Your going to make me pick ? Really ? Well...I won't :D.

Turth be told, I admire both the M91.30 and SVT-40. The SVT-40 requires a bit more attention to operate and take care of than the Mosin but both can be very effective on the range.
 
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If you're using corrosive ammo, the SVT40 can be a bit more taxing to clean, though still quite fun if you don't value your hearing
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my toughts exactly depends how patient you are for cleaning. Also Svt if you are trigger happy you will spend more on ammo considering the rate of fire. But in my honest opinion like most guys will say get one of each. A russian rifle is good for any occation :rockOn:
 
Well, correct me if I'm wrong anyone, but the SVT-40 I have found is much more precise of an instrument.
If you're aiming and shooting at POA your POI is where the post is pointed.
As opposed to the Mosin ( I own and shoot the 91/30 and the M44) depending on which rifle you buy and what day of the month it is lol you may find that it is shooting anywhere from 12" to 2 feet + high at 100m. Again part of this is due to design and part is due to their massive output and variations over two world wars/level of use and abuse of the individual rifle/quality of production over all of these factors and timelines.
There are easy non permanent mods you can do to any Mosin to get impressive accuracy out of them as well though. Most important a recrown job.
The only true answer to this problem is of course buy both! I did and my #### did not fall off! :rockOn:
 
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my toughts exactly depends how patient you are for cleaning. Also Svt if you are trigger happy you will spend more on ammo considering the rate of fire. But in my honest opinion like most guys will say get one of each. A russian rifle is good for any occation :rockOn:
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I'd like to not have to put to much effort into cleaning so I'm kind of leaning towards the mosin Nagant. It's so cheap to! But the svt-40 sounds like its more accurate. And in my opinion it's a lot nicer looking to. Maybe I will just get both like some people are suggesting.
 
Get both you wont regret it!

I got both. I must say, I like the mosin better to shoot, but the svt has the ###y looks. I have a huge bias towards bolt actions...so get both. You can always resell afterwards if you REALLY dont like one. But that probably wont happen. lol.
 
dannyd123 said:
Get both you wont regret it!

I got both. I must say, I like the mosin better to shoot, but the svt has the ###y looks. I have a huge bias towards bolt actions...so get both. You can always resell afterwards if you REALLY dont like one. But that probably wont happen. lol.
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Ya I think it would be great to have both rifles. Quick question though, with the svt-40 being semi-auto you probably have to clean more because of the gas system right?Also is there certain years I should be looking for? Is there something like that for the svt-40 and the mosin nagant?
 
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Sean17 said:
Also is there certain years I should be looking for? For example with the sks I got a 1956 because they were made with chrome lined barrels from early 1950's and on.(although I'm not completely sure when the chrome lined barrels were introduced). Is there something like that for the svt-40 and the mosin nagant?
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With the Mosin Nagant, a lot of people prefer the pre-WWII years because the rifles are just built better. Putting an average 1930's Mosin beside a 1943 or 1944 Mosin and there's just no comparison. They were cranking them out pretty fast in the war years, with less attention to detail. Now, having said that, you also need to be aware that many Mosin available today are Soviet factory refurbs, sometimes containing parts and pieces from other Mosin rifles that were damaged and stripped for parts. This could be true of either pre-WWII or WWII era rifles. So you could buy a 1943 ex-sniper that has been paired with a post WWII stock, and some pieces from pre-WWII Mosins. Beware the idea that a 'hex' receiver means quality. Some older hex receivers were reused on later rifles going through refurbs.

When it comes to Mosins, I would question most ideas that are simply stated, such as 'sniper barrels are better', or 'hex receivers mean the rifle was built better'. You really need to do your research first, and come to an understanding of what these rifles have been through. Then take your time looking them over and picking one out.

I found this site very helpful: http://7.62x54r.net


Btw, my own personal philosphy is that a person might want to start with barrel accuracy. An ex-sniper barrel does not guarantee accuracy. But if you find a barrel that was once good enough to be used as a sniper, AND its still in nice condition. That might be one place to start. You can always have a barrel recrowned, but its overall accuracy is inherent in the barrel itself to some degree.
 
You do have to clean the svt a bit more, yes. Its not a big deal though. Just like your sks, your gas system needs a little love. Eds red and a pipe cleaner works wonders. I find the svt easier to clean than the sks though.

As for certain years:
Pre 1942 svt snipers are availiable. They have rails and a notch down the side. Google for pics.
Some svt's are outfitted with avt stocks which are more robust. They say AVT or "A" on the side.

Mosins: Look for one that has a good crown. That is the deciding factor if your looking for a good shooter. It can be an ex sniper, a octogon reciever, but if it doesnt have a good crown, and has a shot out barrel it wont shoot well. Id highly suggest getting one from westrifle. They are no bs and the best value for the price.
 
Dakk said:
With the Mosin Nagant, a lot of people prefer the pre-WWII years because the rifles are just built better. Putting an average 1930's Mosin beside a 1943 or 1944 Mosin and there's just no comparison. They were cranking them out pretty fast in the war years, with less attention to detail. Now, having said that, you also need to be aware that many Mosin available today are Soviet factory refurbs, sometimes containing parts and pieces from other Mosin rifles that were damaged and stripped for parts. This could be true of either pre-WWII or WWII era rifles. So you could buy a 1943 ex-sniper that has been paired with a post WWII stock, and some pieces from pre-WWII Mosins. Beware the idea that a 'hex' receiver means quality. Some older hex receivers were reused on later rifles going through refurbs.

When it comes to Mosins, I would question most ideas that are simply stated, such as 'sniper barrels are better', or 'hex receivers mean the rifle was built better'. You really need to do your research first, and come to an understanding of what these rifles have been through. Then take your time looking them over and picking one out.

I found this site very helpful: http://7.62x54r.net


Btw, my own personal philosphy is that a person might want to start with barrel accuracy. An ex-sniper barrel does not guarantee accuracy. But if you find a barrel that was once good enough to be used as a sniper, AND its still in nice condition. That might be one place to start. You can always have a barrel recrowned, but its overall accuracy is inherent in the barrel itself to some degree.
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Can you recommend any sites that offer quality mosin Nagants? DannyD123 recommended west rifle, can you second that recommendation?Thanks for your response.
 
Op, I was in the same boat as you as well. I had no idea which one i wanted. So I decided to just order both! Check out SFRC they have pretty good pricing right now.
 
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