If you kinda squint and looking closely, you can see the somewhat discoloration on the butt stock from a rubber slip-on...
I can't remember if it was on the gun when Dennis had it and I shot it years ago.
It was on it when he gave to me, and it was somewhat ratty and disintegrating.
For wall hanging I pulled it off. Kevin, that is your bayonet on the other end though.
If I were to reload for the Mosin, I'd use a .312 Diameter, 167 Grain FP - Groove less, Hi-Tek Coating from
Missouri Bullet Co.
https://missouribullet.com/details.php?prodId=419&category=6and Trail Boss though I have never worked up a load for the Mosin.
I have and do use this bullet and Trailboss, in my Enfield No 1 Mk III with satisfying results.
Perhaps, this has sidetracked the OP's thread, "Russian Persona" which caught my eye, and the reason
I read and then kinda
chimed in... highjack, sorry.
I enjoy the research and the accessories and uniforming that may follow.