Kilpiväärin
Kilpiväärin is a Finnish term that translates to "shield repeater" or "shield rifle." It refers to a type of firearm, specifically a bolt-action rifle, that was produced in Finland during the early 20th century. These rifles are often associated with the Finnish Civil War and the Winter War.
The most well-known kilpiväärin is the SAKO M/28-30, a variant of the Mosin-Nagant rifle. These rifles were
The term "kilpiväärin" itself refers to the distinctive shield-like disc located on the bolt. This disc was
While the term can encompass various Finnish-made Mosin-Nagant variants, it is most commonly used to describe