Yep. I had a character use a Mosin Nagant for “social development” in my first novel. Under $200, scoped, to hit a 10# paper plate target at 600 yards is a damn good bargain.
I read the book and it got me interested in them. That is when I started looking into Mosins. They are a blast to shoot, very powerful and cheaper than anything else going to buy. My sons and I have gotten to like them. I have a couple of them laying around, pretty much for the reason you suggested.
...one of my favorite scenes from your original novel. :-)