Alden always has the best stuff, I always say he isn't the cheapest, but if you want quality for your money he is the way to go. Also his prices are fair and you know what you are getting.
FYI. I picked one up from Centerfire systems and it’s in just as nice condition, or perhaps a little better than the one you got from Atlantic firearms, all serial numbers matching small parts to. Came with a bayonet. No ammo. Dealers choice. I was extremely surprised of the condition that I got it in absolutely beautiful Rifle. Thanks for the video.
Great compression/ between 1937A rifles, supplied by Mosin Crate & Atlantic Firearms .I am busy doing a serial number number research, on 1937A model. Do you have rough, estimate; how many 1937 A were imported over the last, 12 months .Are they ex Portuguese Army surplus ?? Chris .
@christaylor6085 I honestly do not know how many were imported, but I believe CAI imported them all. These were definitely Portuguese contract rifles. I would assume they did indeed come from Portugal. I do know Germany kept back a part the contract (50,000 or so) that were never shipped and Germany used them in WWII. These were obviously unused.
I just got mine in from centerfire systems and besides the rough bayonet it looks just about like the one you got from mosin crate. Much better than the 937B I got.
I got one from centerfire as well, the 1150 bundle when it had ammo included. They've changed it now but honored the ammo included, rifle is beautiful with a mirror bore, all matching( stock was just numbered inside). Nothing beats an all matching mauser action from the prewar era
Unfortunately, I’ve been burned too many times by Atlantic Firearms to purchase anything else from them. I recommend anyone considering making a purchase from them is to ASK QUESTIONS. Also, you can refuse acceptance once it hits your FFL. Had to do this on this go around as it was FAR from as described or the NRA Rating.
You got the side mounted sling… mine is bottom… both my screws match as well. Do you think the ammo is safe to shoot? I heard sometimes the old stuff is risky to shoot. My cleaning rod and bayonet don’t match. C block bayonet and E block rifle. I thought it was funny my cleaning rod is 98 or is it 86? I like to think 98 for k98 hah. Barrel is so shinny I wonder if it’s ever been shot.. oh and I didn’t see any rust on mine but haven’t examined it too close though
Very cool, I'm glad you got a really nice rifle! Honestly, I think the ammo is fine as long as the powder still shakes around in it, @8mm Mauser Man did a good video on it. ruclips.net/video/KuhM41mj6qI/видео.htmlsi=yAfHHfH5NN4b75dh Just make sure you neutralize the corrosive salts afterward so that bore and bolt stay nice and shiny.
@@The_Casual_Collector I see… I tried shaking several. Idk can’t tell if there’s anything moving inside lol. They look pretty good from the outside tho. Saw a comment of someone saying he broke his stock using Turk ammo. Hopefully nothing like that happens. I’ll just have to test it out with one of my less collector grade mauser first.
Thanks for the mention! I should be getting mine soon and do a comparison video with what you got. Looks like the Mosin Crate is nicer condition but I think Atlantic is a better value with the ammo added on. They had the same ammo deal with the 1904/39 mausers, hopefully they get some 937B models at Atlantic soon.
You're very welcome. I'm very curious to see how yours looks. BTW, Centerfire Systems has some 937B ones still in stock...with or without the bayonet too. Different options available.
Yes Great Video and a VERY useful Comparison Video. I have the Mosin Crate one which is similar to yours, which is in my video, but the lower shipping and included Ammo, makes the Atlantic Firearms one a really good deal. Oh, Such difficult choices in life. I think you have the solution, just get both!
I wanted to order one, but they will not shipped to Illinois which is highly annoying. Terrible state to be living in. Anywho, it seems you paid more? I see it listed for 899$ on there now same package but maybe it’s a worse condition batch. Thanks for the video!
Yeah that sucks, I have a cousin that lives there unfortunately, so I know what you mean. BTW, that one for $899 is the 1904/39, those are 8mm conversion rifles.
You might be looking at the other variant they have… they currently have two Portuguese 8mm guns listed. Type “Portuguese” in the sites search and you’ll see them both.
too pricey for a disabled old man like me on ssi... need to get me some more 8mm mauser ammo... i love the smk ammo aka ap aka armor piercing ammo and it does too!
That's not a great price but at excellent condition its not unreasonable. They have really gone up in price besides a few deals like the ones that didn't have magazines (which hurts the value a good bit)
@@Toolness1ya if you look deals are out there got one at my local store for 721 otd with 7 original strippers and 2 boxes of gp11 one hornady 165 sp box and new condition sling
True, and these are basically German K98s with only about 3 differences for the Portuguese contact...however, you'd be hard pressed to find a pristine German K98 in the condition that most of these are in.
How? Matching german k98's go north of 2000 now on gunbroker. Plus a decent matching scabard/bayonet can be $200+. AND you're getting at least $400-$500 worth of 8mm mauser ammo.
Alden always has the best stuff, I always say he isn't the cheapest, but if you want quality for your money he is the way to go. Also his prices are fair and you know what you are getting.
I couldn't agree more!
All Matching that is cool !! THX for showing.
FYI.
I picked one up from Centerfire systems and it’s in just as nice condition, or perhaps a little better than the one you got from Atlantic firearms, all serial numbers matching small parts to. Came with a bayonet. No ammo. Dealers choice. I was extremely surprised of the condition that I got it in absolutely beautiful Rifle. Thanks for the video.
Very cool, you're welcome. Thanks for sharing, glad you got a nice one. My Wlther PP I got from them is beautiful.
Great compression/ between 1937A rifles, supplied by Mosin Crate & Atlantic Firearms .I am busy doing a serial number number research, on 1937A model. Do you have rough, estimate; how many 1937 A were imported over the last, 12 months .Are they ex Portuguese Army surplus ?? Chris .
@christaylor6085 I honestly do not know how many were imported, but I believe CAI imported them all. These were definitely Portuguese contract rifles. I would assume they did indeed come from Portugal. I do know Germany kept back a part the contract (50,000 or so) that were never shipped and Germany used them in WWII. These were obviously unused.
I just got mine in from centerfire systems and besides the rough bayonet it looks just about like the one you got from mosin crate. Much better than the 937B I got.
I got one from centerfire as well, the 1150 bundle when it had ammo included. They've changed it now but honored the ammo included, rifle is beautiful with a mirror bore, all matching( stock was just numbered inside). Nothing beats an all matching mauser action from the prewar era
Unfortunately, I’ve been burned too many times by Atlantic Firearms to purchase anything else from them. I recommend anyone considering making a purchase from them is to ASK QUESTIONS. Also, you can refuse acceptance once it hits your FFL. Had to do this on this go around as it was FAR from as described or the NRA Rating.
Oh wow...so you got a trashed 937A? Very good points btw.
Nice video i was looking for purchase one but doing research. If you don't mind me asking what is Alden website?
Thanks, Alden rubs a website called "themosincrate". He doesn't have anymore of these, but from time to time sells stuff like these rifles.
From what I've seen the Mosin Crate rifles are much cleaner.
I do believe you're right, I know he hand picks the rifles he sales and it certainly shows.
Yea but good luck getting one from him lol.
You got the side mounted sling… mine is bottom… both my screws match as well. Do you think the ammo is safe to shoot? I heard sometimes the old stuff is risky to shoot. My cleaning rod and bayonet don’t match. C block bayonet and E block rifle. I thought it was funny my cleaning rod is 98 or is it 86? I like to think 98 for k98 hah. Barrel is so shinny I wonder if it’s ever been shot.. oh and I didn’t see any rust on mine but haven’t examined it too close though
Very cool, I'm glad you got a really nice rifle! Honestly, I think the ammo is fine as long as the powder still shakes around in it, @8mm Mauser Man did a good video on it. ruclips.net/video/KuhM41mj6qI/видео.htmlsi=yAfHHfH5NN4b75dh
Just make sure you neutralize the corrosive salts afterward so that bore and bolt stay nice and shiny.
@@The_Casual_Collector I see… I tried shaking several. Idk can’t tell if there’s anything moving inside lol. They look pretty good from the outside tho. Saw a comment of someone saying he broke his stock using Turk ammo. Hopefully nothing like that happens. I’ll just have to test it out with one of my less collector grade mauser first.
@SimonLArnold I hear you, yeah, the Turkish stuff is notorious for being loaded hot....the Greek was more so notorious for duds lol.
Enjoy the unboxings but how about some restoration videos? Thanks
Yep, I totally hear you, they will be in the works over the Christmas break.
Is that one from Mosin Crate laminated? Interesting...
i have some 8mm ammo from 1915-1937 and they shoot fine but running out!
i had no dudes yet!
Thanks for the mention! I should be getting mine soon and do a comparison video with what you got. Looks like the Mosin Crate is nicer condition but I think Atlantic is a better value with the ammo added on.
They had the same ammo deal with the 1904/39 mausers, hopefully they get some 937B models at Atlantic soon.
You're very welcome. I'm very curious to see how yours looks. BTW, Centerfire Systems has some 937B ones still in stock...with or without the bayonet too. Different options available.
@@The_Casual_Collector I saw that but unfortunately they don't ship to WA state anymore.
@@tfusilier44 man that sucks...
Yes Great Video and a VERY useful Comparison Video. I have the Mosin Crate one which is similar to yours, which is in my video, but the lower shipping and included Ammo, makes the Atlantic Firearms one a really good deal. Oh, Such difficult choices in life. I think you have the solution, just get both!
I wanted to order one, but they will not shipped to Illinois which is highly annoying. Terrible state to be living in. Anywho, it seems you paid more? I see it listed for 899$ on there now same package but maybe it’s a worse condition batch. Thanks for the video!
Yeah that sucks, I have a cousin that lives there unfortunately, so I know what you mean. BTW, that one for $899 is the 1904/39, those are 8mm conversion rifles.
You might be looking at the other variant they have… they currently have two Portuguese 8mm guns listed. Type “Portuguese” in the sites search and you’ll see them both.
@@The_Casual_Collector ahhh you’re right, I didn’t catch that!
@@SimonLArnold yep, totally missed the other one!
The "more on the way" sign is gone of the site now. They sold out quick too. For once in my life I got lucky and saw the back in stock email in time
Awesome, I'm glad you got one! Hopefully, it will be at least as nice or nicer than mine.
Mosin Wins, this looks like a shooter grade...😮
Yes, for sure, @TheMosinCrate definitely picks out the nicest weapons, but the ammo combo was enticing as well.
too pricey for a disabled old man like me on ssi... need to get me some more 8mm mauser ammo... i love the smk ammo aka ap aka armor piercing ammo and it does too!
Atlantic got in very good to excellent k31 batch seems kinda high priced at 680 shipped but what’s your opinion
That's not a great price but at excellent condition its not unreasonable. They have really gone up in price besides a few deals like the ones that didn't have magazines (which hurts the value a good bit)
@@Toolness1ya if you look deals are out there got one at my local store for 721 otd with 7 original strippers and 2 boxes of gp11 one hornady 165 sp box and new condition sling
Dang we need some of these imported to Canada!
Is the Greek ammo corrosive?
Yes sir it is, but you can neutralize it, there are many videos on RUclips on how to do it.
$1500 😳
Yeah...and they aren't getting any cheaper...sadly....
These are more expensive than a German k98
True, and these are basically German K98s with only about 3 differences for the Portuguese contact...however, you'd be hard pressed to find a pristine German K98 in the condition that most of these are in.
How? Matching german k98's go north of 2000 now on gunbroker. Plus a decent matching scabard/bayonet can be $200+. AND you're getting at least $400-$500 worth of 8mm mauser ammo.
@@Kintepro get off of gunbroker....you can get k98's for 1k all day if you know where to look