A Russian M1940 Tokarev Rifle.

[Adam Helmer]

I just acquired as Very Good+ in and out M40 Tokarev. The Tokarev is a contemporary of the Garand and the Johnson and all have different good points that should have been combined into the ideal WWII rifle.

The Garand had excellent sights easily adjusted for windage and elevation. The Johnson and Tokarev could have the mag "topped off" without opening the bolt and the Tokarev had an adjustable gas system to regulate gas pressure that cycles the action.

Gas guns are interesting and represent a point in the history of firearms development.

Adam