This should be in the C&R section really, but IIRC the wood on the Mosin varies from year and armorer. Krippp told me to use Citristrip to remove the finish and it did wonders. I am currently refinishing it with BLO and will put some stuff called Tom's 1/3 wax on it this week if all goes well.
I don't know about the bluing, but Krippp can tell you I'm sure.
I don't know about the bluing, but Krippp can tell you I'm sure.