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One thing. When was the last time you saw a break action target rifle? Right.
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One hour ago, it was a heavy barreled H&R .45-70 ''buffalo'' ....
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...and if was a truly, accurized 'target' rifle, it more then likely had precision work done on the hinge/locking assy. assembly.... ...something your Baikal more then likely does not have. Too, the use of a bull bbl on any firearm does not necessarily constitute a 'target' weapon...but that's another discussion.
The simple design of a hinge gun inherently makes it a less then desirable design for a target gun because of the repetitive motion/wear on the hinge/locking assy's when loading causing it to become loose. Therefore not letting the bbl align the same every time with the stock. Results when this happens... good enough deer hunting accuracy but surely not target grade material.... and more then likely what
Dave McC is referring to with his post.
Will you be able to tighten your groups up over open sights a bit... probably, but it won't be a target gun.
Course a scope will add a little weight and reduce recoil a tad.