In the Gun Lab reference collect is a Nagant target revovler. This one is a Model 2 MTs-4. This pistol came about when shooters complained about the balance of the original MTs-4, first model.
In the ten years,1956 through 1966, that the various versions of the MTs-4 were produces approximately 8,200 were made. Making it a nice addition to any Nagant collection.
You can see the movement of the cylinder when the hammer is cocked.
Right side for the pistol grip.
The front sight is adjustable for elevation.
There is no ejector rod or carrier. The cartridges would have to be removed with an separate tool.
This photo shows the material removed from under the barrel to improve the balance of the pistol. It also allows for clearance for the shorter cylinder axle retaining pin.
A couple of views of the rear sight. The framed was heavily modified to make the new sight.
You can see the clearance of the hammer spur in the grips.
The new rear sight that was built up on the pistol.
A closer look at the rear sight. The rear sight was horizontally adjustable
You can find additional information on Russian weapons at:
http://www.russianrevolvers.com/
In addition there is a great series of posts at the gun boards forum.
http://forums.gunboards.com/showthread.php?196918-Russian-and-Soviet-Nagant-Target-Revolvers
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Hi! Do you happen to know if there is anyone or anywhere that could help me acquire this target nagant-styled grips? With the 1895 being so widely produced, you’d think at least the grips would be produced by someone, even if it wasn’t part of these guns you’re referring to that were latest made.
Thanks!
Cheers,
Daniel