WTS Finnish M27 Ski Rifle SOLD!

finnmike · Oct 27, 2020

This is a bit "off" for NWF tastes, but I thought to post it here before going off to GB, since I'm lazy and would prefer not to box and go through the USPS roulette. A Model 27 Finnish rifle in "ski" configuration that was refurbished by replacing the original stock with the '"popsicle stick" reinforcement of the bayonet lug and fore end. This was due to the tendency of the unreinforced fore end to splinter during bayonet practice (or use, for that matter). The receiver is undated; a "7" is present which MAY be part of an 1897 date but I am not confident of that. The bolt is matching to the barrel SN; these are normally the only matching numbers the Finns used. All other parts are random makers. HOWEVER, the Tikka-made barrel is numbered to the receiver (image), something I have not previously seen during my serious collection years. The ski configuration was designed for ski and bicycle troops, allowing the use of a rear swivel and front swivel bar for ease of across-back carry. Overall the stock condition is "as issued"; the metal is near perfect. The bore is bright with shadowing in the lands which retain most of the original edge. Overall, an excellent rifle if a bit unusual for the advanced or beginning collector. $625 at a local FFL of one's choice; I will ship via USPS for $40 additional to your O1 or 03 FFL. Happy to answer questions, no trades please. Enjoy!

Phantom Man · Oct 27, 2020

I believe what you have here is an M27. The stock is definitely army versus civil guard. The popsicle reinforcement was not used by the civil guard from everything I learned. What is odd is the serial number does not correspond with the 1928 stamping but 1934. Occasionally you find them out of sequence. Nice rifle..!
here is the M28 Tikka serial range. Army numbers in link.

Tikka

20256

33016

Finnish Army Serial Numbers - Google Drive

docs.google.com

saxon · Oct 27, 2020

agree M27 a "ski" would have two slots on the buttstock as well- but GLWS if i had the ammo and a hankering i would get it

Phantom Man · Oct 27, 2020

saxon said:
agree M27 a "ski" would have two slots on the buttstock as well- but GLWS if i had the ammo and a hankering i would get it

Those multi slot stocks were on very early rifles. This also lacks the Civil Guard "SY" on top. This is a handsome M27.

finnmike · Oct 27, 2020

Mucho correcto re the model number, gents. Thanks. Yes, it was not a double slot but a later config. The rest of the descriptions are correct. For anyone on the fence, never fear: I can supply some nice Bulgarian ammo.....