Mossberg 44US: A Cheaper Training Rifle for World War Two

Published on June 12, 2017
Duration: 8:26

The Mossberg 44US was a cost-effective .22 LR training rifle adopted by the US military in 1943 as a WWII alternative to more expensive Springfield trainers. It featured a birch stock, plastic trigger guard, and a 7-round magazine. Early models used a Lyman 57MS sight, later replaced by the cheaper Mossberg S-100 'Microclick' sight to reduce production costs.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg 44US was a .22 LR bolt-action training rifle adopted by the US military in 1943 during WWII. It was designed as a cheaper alternative to Springfield trainers, featuring cost-saving elements like a birch stock and plastic trigger guard, and a 7-round magazine.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Mossberg 44US WWII Trainer
  2. 01:23Cost-Saving Design: Birch Stock & Plastic Trigger Guard
  3. 03:36Markings & Early Lyman Sights
  4. 05:10Mechanical Operation & 7-Round Magazine
  5. 06:09Mossberg S-100 'Microclick' Sight Explained
  6. 07:08Specifications & Historical Value

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of the Mossberg 44US rifle?

The Mossberg 44US was a .22 caliber bolt-action rifle adopted by the US military in 1943 as a cost-effective training firearm for basic marksmanship during World War II, serving as an alternative to more expensive Springfield trainers.

How did Mossberg reduce the cost of the 44US rifle for military production?

Mossberg implemented cost-saving measures such as using a birch stock instead of walnut, incorporating a plastic trigger guard, and developing a simpler, cheaper in-house rear sight (S-100) to replace the original Lyman sight.

What type of sights were used on the Mossberg 44US?

Early production Mossberg 44US rifles featured the adjustable Lyman Model 57MS peep sight. Later, to reduce costs, Mossberg introduced its own S-100 'Microclick' rear sight, which was simpler and had a folding protective mechanism.

What are the key specifications of the Mossberg 44US?

The Mossberg 44US features a 26-inch barrel, weighs approximately 8 pounds, and uses a 7-round detachable box magazine. It is chambered in .22 LR caliber and was produced in large numbers for military training.

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