About Paul Johnston Expertise I can answer most questions regarding firearms, their use, function, action etc. with a focus on german firearms my speciality.
Experience I am a registered Federal Firearms Licensed dealer. and am owner of Johnston Small Arms Co. . I am a part-time gunsmith and full-time gun enthusiast.
Organizations Pro-Gun NH, Gun Owners of NH (G.O.N.H.), Life memeber NRA, Instructor NRA., member North American Hunting Club.
Education/Credentials I have a certificate in machining, and have apprenticed with Ed Lander of NH for 5 years, a full-time gunsmith since 1946.
Question i have a german bolt action 6 shot 1942 7.62/54 would like to know value and how i would find scope mount for it. been told from dealer have to goto special dealer or swap meet to find. also if possible what is range of gun?
Answer Most bolt actions are 5 shot. 7.62x54 is a russian as opposed to german caliber. Perhaps you have a Nagant? If it is chambered in that it was probably done as a custom gun, most german Mauser's are 8mm, earlier ones can be 7mm, 7.65mm, etc. Let me know the exact model number and I'll let you know about the scope mounting.
