Want SKS, can you recommend a good one?

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Lance

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Hi, I want an SKS, (I think), and would lke some suggestions on what to look for to buy a good one.
I don't think I want a stamped receiver, is milled better?
If you have any suggestions, guidlines ect, let me know.
If you live in driveing distance form Jackson, Mi and have one for sale, let me know.
Thanks, Lance
Member, NRA, GOA, MCRGO
 
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Sgt.K

New member
I like my Romanian SKS!!!

IMO if you pay over $200 for one
the serial numbers should match
and the stock should be in good to excellent condition i.e. no
dents,scrapes etc.

Serial numbers are located on the
bolt, bolt carrier, receiver and
stock. At least these are the
major parts that are numbered.

Non-Matching numbers do not, in most
cases, detract from the
reliability or accuracy. Just
lowers the value. BTW, mine don't match. Paid $179 +tx. about six
months ago.

Before firing check that the
firing pin moves freely in the
bolt. Shake it and it should
rattle. SKS's can experience
full-auto like function from a
stuck firing pin (slam-firing).
Always insure the weapon is
pointed in a safe direction when
loading.

Here are some sites that you may
find interesting and informative.


http://home.cdsnet.net/~lannyaf/manual.htm


http://www.net1plus.com/users/oscar/sksmanual/sksmanual.html


Here is a Forum dedicated to the SKS.


http://pub7.ezboard.com/bsurvivorssksboards

Not sure what you want yours' to be. But rest assured you will not be undergunned armed with an SKS.

Hope this helps,

Sgt.K

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[Edited by Sgt.K on 03-07-2001 at 04:26 PM]
 
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KilgorII

Guest
Federal Arms (1-763-780-8780)has Romanian SKS' with cracked stocks for $94. Add a $45 synthetic stock and you are in business really cheaply. I've talked to several people that have bought these and they were pleased.

If you don't want a shooter, but want a show piece, then look on http://www.gunbroker.com and search for "russian sks". Expect to pay around $300.

The above links are really good sources, especially survivor's sks board.

Also go to http://www.simonov.net for a wealth of SKS knowledge.
 
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Lance

New member
Thanks for the help

Thanks guys.
I found the links a wealth of information, but I still am unclear, were the Romainans that are much available made IN Romania?
And how do you get a C&R license, I see in the mags, that the Romanian's are available to C&R holders.
Thanks, Lance
de N8GGF
 
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KilgorII

Guest
From what I understand the Romanians were army issue.

A C&R is a Curio & Relic FFL license. I believe it costs about $30 for 3 years and you fill a little paper work out. The advantage of this is you can have any of these old military surplus guns shipped to your door and you avoid the gunshop.

You don't need one to get a Romanian. You can have it sent to your local gun shop and they will do the paper work for about $20. As you can see if you get two or more, you are ahead money wise by getting the FFL.

The Romanians are very similar to the Russians. They are milled receiver and trigger group with a screwed in barrel. Unlike the Chinese (except for a few early examples) which are stamoped receivers, stamped trigger group, and a pinned in barrel. The Romanians are about 80% the gun that a Russian is, but costs about 35%. The Russians just tend to have nicer machine work and look prettier.
 
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Rome

New member
C&R

Let me suggest you read the "Suggestions, Questions, and feedback" forum for info on C&R.

Sgt K made an imporant suggestion about checking the firing pin. The SKS can slam fire if the pin is damaged or stuck with the bolt full of gunk. The pin should move freely.

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SuperCell

New member
Lance, the CCCP SKS is the best quality SKS you can buy, well worth the extra few bucks. I also have owned 2 Chinese paratroopers that were very reliable. The only jams I ever had was with a Romanian that I got ris of. I got another Romy a few months ago and have had no problems. If you're going to depend on this thing for protection...get a CCCP or a Chinese, and give them a little TLC. They will kick any Mini-14's ass.
 
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