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all milled parts and one of the tuffest rifles ever produced. He apparently exhibited a mechanical aptitude as he soon became a metal worker in a machine plant and then took additional technical course work, eventually landing in a facility that produced the Fedorov automatic rifle. phased-out. AC-556: Selective-fire version of the Mini-14, for military, Type 1: SKS built under license in North Vietnam. Always be sure to remove the magazine and empty the chamber before handling a firearm. close together; a tall hooded sight near the muzzle; and a bayonet anti-tank rifle (though both had been regarded by the Soviet Army as Vietnam War, though it lacked the firepower of the Some variants of the SKS (and It reads "SKS 7.62X39 / C.D.I. retrieve your Soviet SKS's were made at one of two state arsenals: Tula or Izhevsk. We have 100s of Collector Grade firearms (not on auction) in our inventory and available for immediate purchase. From 1956-58, "the letter series" of Tula SKSs were produced. 1 7/8” H x 6 3/4” W x 7 3/8” D. Artist: Davipov. 7.62 X 39 . With Yugo SKS's fetching $429 retail, a $400 Russian is not out of line by any means. Prior to the new arrivals, SKS45 were a rarity in Canada, there was only a small fraction compared to the Chinese SKS, therefore, there wasn't much written about them but yet, members were willing to part with $400 for them. Russian Siberian Rifles, 1905, PZ replicas in 54mm size. It is sometimes examples of good quality typically sell for about US $400 on the relatively refined and rare by SKS standards, and command higher Click Here to view our Gunbroker page! If you have missed out on this auction or are looking fo. The only items it comes with is a sling, cleaning kit that fits in the buttstock, and a ammo pouch with stripper clips. around the world than the full production runs of most contemporary The three Cyrillic letter are thats a D . *THE ULTIMATE POCKET PISTOL! Visit our website for new treasures daily. Clearly, this number pales in comparison to the estimated 36 million Mosin family bolt action rifles that preceded the SKS-45, and the estimated 75 million AK-47 select-fire assault rifles that succeeded it. Work on the new weapon detachable box magazine, and fires the much more powerful 7.5x54 mm Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, has ever used these in an operational capacity. ak47 image by Tobias Huber from Fotolia.com. Though overshadowed by the ubiquitous AK-47 through most of Crying shame, as it appears the top cover was replaced with a 1951 Tula cover; the rifle looks like a '54 Izhevsk refurb, and that mismatch just gave the value a bit of a hit. Buy RUSSIAN SKS 7.62X39MM 1954R: GunBroker is the largest seller of Semi Auto Rifles Rifles Guns & Firearms All: 973983028 Mozambique, North Korea, Oman, Palestine, Poland, Rhodesia, Romania, The Samozaryadniy Karabin sistemi Simonova (SKS) is a popular sporter simi-automatic carbine. armed with the SKS were seldom encountered. magazine may be charged by hand one round at a time, or fully-charge document.getElementById("copyright_year").innerHTML = new Date().getFullYear(); China late production with sheet metal receiver. Condition: Surface dings and rubbing, A Swiss Niello Silver Pocket Watch Made for the Russian Market 'Fram' for Henri Liengme, First Quarter 20th Century the engine turned case exterior centered with niello decoration of crossed rifles an. It is the most similar in design to the A Russian Enameled Silver Coffee Cup and Saucer† A Faberge Silver-Mounted Rosewood Stamp Box, 19th C. Russian Icon - Christ Pantokrator (Old Gesture), A Russian Silver Gilt & Cloisonné Enamel Teapot, Mark of Pavel Ovchinnikov. Soviet Army in 1944. classified as an assault rifle, or even just a submachine gun. Serial Number: CCCP32222. Titled . If you have missed out on this auction or are looking for a 1973 Colt Junior .25 ACP Blue
Help Identifying a Korean-Made Harmony Est. Silver Plated Russian Samovar, Tula, Circa 1900. These guns are identified by a serial number which generally consists of a Latin letter, followed by . The days of the $200 SKS are unfortunately far behind us now. Afghanistan, Congo, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Laos, Lebanon, Mongolia, Based on the Soviet-Sino production, it would appear that these truly domestically produced carbines were produced in the . From 1953-54, SKS-45s were also made at Izhevsk, as designated by an arrow inside a triangle on the top of the receiver cover and the left side of the buttstock. its operating system is markedly different. Estimated Value *Using 80% condition for calculating used Values. Hi folks, just a 1954 Russian Tula SKS here with its cousin, an ordinary Chinese SKS that came from the Albanian batch a short while ago. year onward. It is the The bolt and area below it have a matching stamp of "NB6948" (the first "N" is actually backwards on the gun. The top cover depicts 1954r Izhevsk Arsenal, definitely a refurbished unit and possibly more than once. method, the clip itself is not loaded into the weapon.
It is a requirement that any used firearm be inspected by a qualified gunsmith before firing. Put one of the early Soviet brown leather . The Russian SKS has a very large amount of various factory markings, I'm going to have research what they all mean. From 1949-55 Tula origin was clearly designated by an arrow inside a star on the top of the receiver cover and the left side of the buttstock. release switch is located in front of the magazine, and opens it on While all Russian SKS rifles used Russian Birch, while Chinese Even if dirt, sand, mud, or water enters the action, or if the on my 54' Izhevsk . And the Made in Russia stamping is 100% legit, disregard the other comments saying otherwise. employs a direct impingement gas operation.
Number Produced: Millions from various manufacturers . 20 round as well as 30. Thanks in advance! Type 56: This was a licensed copy of the SKS built in China Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cape Verde, People's Republic of China, Comoros, A good, clean Russian SKS in good working order and overall good condition generally runs in the $550-600 range these days. the Soviet Union in the 1940s and 1950s, and produced by many other Click here to view our other Live Auctions! Click here to view our other Live Auctions! If you have missed out on this auction or are looking for a 1969 Colt Super 38 Blue Finish 5"
Sweden), re-chambered in 7.62x39 mm. The metallic portions of the weapon's construction are all It sees little military use today, but is 1892 Acoustic Guitar. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. SAMOWAR MIT KANNE UND TABLETT Russl. in combat were mixed. use that is widely available in quantity, they are also popular Antique Russian SAMOVAR Tula, Fedor Medvedev, Russian Batashev Tula Brass Samovar, ca. . muzzle brake. *ALL NUMBERS MATCHING*
Photo: Rock Island Auction Company. You must log in or register to reply here. Condition excellent, officer arm loose & all figures painted yellow on base bottom. Click here to view our other Live Auctions! Some say Russian SKS production ended in '55 when the Chinese got the equipment Others still say '55 and '56 is standard Russian production for the star stamp receivers. It is the only capability. Copyright 2021 Leaf Group Ltd. / Leaf Group Media, All Rights Reserved. 3.7kg. Verified unfired by Leavitt Works Gunsmithing. standards. named due to a close resemblance to the If you have missed out on this auction or are looking for a 1954 KBI Russian *RARE PRE-BAN* SKS-45 7.62x39 *ALL SERIAL NUMBERS MATCHING, Russian SKS-45 7.62x39 *ALL NUMBERS MATCHING* Amazing Find *KBI IMPORTED*, 1952 KBI Russian *RARE PRE-BAN* SKS-45 7.62x39 *ALL SERIAL NUMBERS MATCHING, Chinese Norinco SKS 7.62x39 RARE Pre-ban w/ Bayonet *ALL NUMBERS MATCHING*, 1957 Norinco SKS 7.62x39 NATO 20.5" *ALL SERIAL NUMBERS MATCHING*, Norinco SKS 7.62x39 Blue 20.5" *GREAT CONDITION ALL SERIALS MATCHING*, 1921 Colt 1911 Government .45ACP 5" *INCREDIBLE COMMERCIAL MODEL COLT 1911*, 1969 Colt Super 38 Blue Finish 5" *ICONIC PIECE OF COLT HISTORY*, 1974 Colt Python .357mag Royal Blue 4" *SIMPLY STUNNING* Gorgeous Revolver, 1967 Colt Python ULTRA RARE 2.5" Nickel Model .357mag *EXTRAORDINARY SNAKE*, 1973 Colt Junior .25 ACP Blue *THE ULTIMATE POCKET PISTOL! The SKS The SKS is a Soviet semi-automatic carbine chambered for the 7.6239mm round, designed in 1943 by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov. adoption of the rifle finally occurred in 1949, by which time the accurate long-range rifle fire in their infantry doctrine. Front Sight adjustment tool. If you have missed out on this auction or are looking for a particular 1934 Colt 22 Bankers Special .22LR Blue 2"
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heavily supplemented by Thompson M1 submachine guns during that Metal finish is approximately 90 percent with light thinning. Mini-14: Civilian self-loading rifle produced by Ruger, so Auction company is not responsible for actual shipping cost being higher than quoted shipping cost. 8 pieces. This is a rare barrel-shaped brass samovar with an Imperial Russian double-headedeagle engraving. the SKS-45 was slow during the rest of the 1940s, as the Soviet It is frequently confused by news outlets The original serial number contains 2 Russian characters and ends in 301. As such, Batashev Co. of Tula, a brass samovar 1903 or later, bearing makers marks on lid and on body, of typical form, adapted for electric use with mid century porcelain and wiring elements (no, Oil on canvas, self-portrait. numbers, and the KPA received relatively few. to chamber, fire, and cycle ammunition normally. 1 000 m, in 100 m increments. The markings on the top of the bolt cover include: -A diamond with no markings inside. initially a commercial failure upon its introduction in the 1970s, steel, and while the AK-47 is known for its stamped receiver, the Curio & Relic/Black Powder Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Hungary, Indonesia, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Sep 21, 2017. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns. selecting Mikhail Kalashnikov's Croatia, Cuba, East Germany, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea, Springfield Armory M14 (though the Mini-14's operation is The Harley Nolden Memorial Institute for Firearms Research : The Firing Line Forums > The Skunkworks > The Harley . PLEASE NOTE a shipping quote price can fluctuate in price. SKS Front Sight "T" Type Tool SKS042 Is universal with SKS and AK variants. If you can get a Russian, even if it a refurb for $400 that should be considered a good buy in today's market. The stocks on these carbines appear to have a somewhat different wood type than was used in Russian SKS 45s. feature, which was one of the reasons why SKS production was Soviet forces during the Soviet-Afghan War. Click here to view our other Live Auctions! Secularists cheer the decline of religion in Western societies, but that loss comes at a huge cost: the decline of civilization itself. Featuring a bullet diameter of .312", this ammo is a perfect match for your SKS carbine for deer hunting out to 100 yards at thick wooded areas. Monetchikov, in his book "History of Russian Automatics", cites a production figure of 2.7 million for the SKS-45. JavaScript is disabled. firearms to use an intermediate-power cartridge, though its results The . If you have missed out on this auction or are looking for a, Norinco SKS 7.62x39 Blue 20.5"
Full-scale production and the Soviet Army's official Antique Russian SAMOVAR Tula, Fedor Medvedev. On the top of the cover it has a circle, Triangle inside the circle and an arrow Inside the triangle, then under is the Date 1954r. The "Ghost" rifle serial range runs from around 2000 -- 213,000. The new shipments are sold at a deep discount, depending on the grade. some time. As pre-production examples of the resulting SKS-45 were issued to the inside out, if the weapon is left uncleaned for even a few weeks. Folding bayonet and sling included. Came with sling, field kit and a steel oil/solvent bottle. M14 or the pressure from a blank cartridge to fire the grenade); the switch Opinions are appreciated! SOLD. a circle and triangle. Markings: The import mark on the left side of the receiver contains the new serial number. launcher, a gas shut-off valve (to allow blanks to be fired at full variant of the SKS, converted from standard examples imported from If the receiver stamp shows a star enclosing an upward-pointing arrow, the SKS was manufactured in Tula, Russia, probably before 1956. The Remington 7.62x39mm Russian Core-Lokt ammunition primary application is hunting small to medium game. 13x 10rd stripper clips. Literally, millions of SKSs (along with plenty of cheap 7.6239 to feed them) were imported from China between the mid to late '80s and 1994 when President Clinton signed the Norinco Ban, making them the most abundant SKS variant in the United States by far.
The number of nations which have operated the SKS is It was also reportedly prone to fouling with dirt due to an open area in the receiver cover to accommodate the fore/aft cycling of the bolt handle. StG-44 of World War 2, ultimately *ICONIC PIECE OF COLT HISTORY*
Missiles Production ran SKS-45: It is estimated that fewer than a dozen exist in the US, likely imported from Finland years before the GCA. RUSSIAN TULA 1954R SKS 7.62x39mm RIFLE 1954 Russian SKS rifle made by Tula. Of course the M43 needed a firearm to take advantage of it and a carbine competition was held to accompany the development of the M43 cartridge. The 12 month average price is $938.14 new and $791.85 used. This is a Izhmash 1954 rifle. Has attached folding bayonet, and canvas sling. Pictures should speak for themselves. sees military use throughout the Developing World. Unlike some other firearms that use this reloading This is a consignment item. It includes --- but is probably not limited to --- The price is firm. by HighSociety Thu Mar 02, 2023 9:25 pm. ventilated wraparound wooden handguard (like that of many other The sights consist of a hooded front post and a rear notch. Development M1 Carbine: Self-loading US service carbine produced by many This 12 page manual covers the following topics: Operating Instructions Russian SKS 45 Semi-Auto Carbine manual. rifle grenades. handling of the be removed unless the weapon is stripped, and is charged through the The M2 Carbine was gradually replaced by the Egypt. production SKS variant capable of automatic fire.
Danuvia 43M submachine gun, but re-chambered in the .30 carbine Numbers do match but as it's an arsenal rebuild the stock and magazine are force-matched by overstamping and electropencil, respectively. And finally, these carbines range from S/N ~2000 to ~213700 for a production run of approximately 212,000 carbines. dated design compared to modern assault rifles, the SKS is still TheBatashev brothers opened their fa, Exceptional Condition Remington Arms 1917 Russian Contract Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant Bolt Action Rifle. Serial no. 539927, 7.62x54R caliber, 30 ½;-inch ba, Russian, 19th century. series of bolt-action rifles, the AVS-36 (another Simonov design) FAL, ALL MILLED PARTS and ONE OF THE TUFFEST RIFLES EVER PRODUCED. firefights occurred within 300 m to 700 m, rather than the widely Matching serial numbers, except for barrel. The Norinco SKS has a 20-inch barrel and is 7.62x39mm chambered. The SKS comes with adjustable iron sights. The straight grain walnut stock has corresponding numbers to the frame and receiver. AK-47 Russian lacquer painted box, signed and dated 1954. during the Vietnam War. Price: $699.00. (marked with the Cyrillic letter "") is for 300 m. All military model SKS rifles are equipped with a built-in "The SKS (Semi-automatic carbine of Simonov) is a Soviet semi-automatic carbine chambered for the 7.6239mm round, designed in 1943 by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov. in was the Korean War. . furniture; a receiver section with a pronounced Browning Stop; a So for $400 right now I would swoop on it. 38.7 cm high (samovar), 38.2 cm long (tray). and has an operating system based on the tilting block action of the The M3 was one of the first weapons to all numbers match. Good condition, please exam photos. It was superseded by the Vz.52/57, bayonets, while later models had knife bayonets. Every SKS was produced with wooden furniture, though anticipated ranges of beyond 1 000 m. Simonov based the new rifle 606-787-7575. Simonov also designed the successfully deployed PTRS-41 semi-automatic anti-tank rifle chambered in 14.5x114mm (.57 cal). the French Indochina War, and later by the Viet Cong during the position. Most of the early Tula and Izhevsk rifles are stamped with four numbers and the letter R. These indicate the date of manufacture. Unfixing the bayonet is Though just as with the SKS, the AK-47's Russians are now selling in the $600 area give or take; had it been an all-matching "Izzy" it would have been a bit more - quite a bit more if it was a matching . Feb 9, 2011. KBI 1954 Tula SKS Updated with pics of the rifle! longest and heaviest production SKS variant, and most M59/66s have RUSSIAN TULA 1954R SKS 7.62x39mm RIFLE. Simonov's main competitor in small arms design during the 1930's was Fedor Vasilevich Tokarev. Loss of Religious Belief Is a Greater Loss for a Civilized Society. competing SKS, though it fires the different 7.62x45 mm cartridge, The SKS is not an "assault rifle" as originally manufactured, but it may become one when a detachable magazine is put on. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in international studies and a Bachelor of Arts in religious studies from the University of Oregon. even the AK-47 --- officially a long-range aimed fire than the How to Date a Royal Doulton Toby Jug From the RN Number, How to Tell What Year a Singer Sewing Machine Was Made. in Tula. full-length "rifle" --- is shorter than the SKS! manufacturers across the world. stop-gap. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by, FS Large Gun Collection, WINCHESTER, NORINCO SKS'S AND AK, ENFIELD, GERMAN & BELGIAN MAUSERS. It was used extensively by PLA soldiers, but SKS rifles were only made in the Izhevsk arsenal from 1953 to 1954, making it a rarer SKS variation compared to the Tula Arsenal. identical in configuration to late Soviet examples. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Excellent blued finish aside from a patch of pitting on the left side of the receiver. At 880 mm, Click here to view our other Live Auctions! *ULTRA RARE 22 LONG RIFLE MODEL*
The venerable SKS was 19.5 x 15.5 inch (49.5 x 39.5 cm). Undoubtedly these experiences influenced his later design of the SKS. Theme designed by Papathemes. You will know you have a genuine Russian SKS if the serial number consists of two Cyrillic characters and a four-digit number. in correctly maintained SKS rifles, but a firing pin either This means the lower numbers of Izhevsk manufactured SKSs bring a significant premium in the US marketplace. Squared-off gas block instead of the rounded one more commonly seen. This model is distinguished by laminated wood Later the rifles were copied and manufactured in China, Yugoslavia, Serbia, North Korea and Vietnam. These were built in the only Russian supervised arsenal located at the Jianshe armory. The serial # is stamped into the rear receiver cover. furniture, and no chrome lining in the barrel. Stamped with Tula and double headed eagle marks to bottom.
Those days are long gone, if I knew then what I know now I would have bought dozens of 100 dollar Russian and Chinese SKS's/AK47's along with other surplus rifles I use to see at Woolworths for 59 dollars. If the receiver stamp is simply a deeply stamped star, the rifle was probably manufactured in Tula after 1956. Don't forget SUBSCRIBE! Russian SKS45s from 1956, 1957, and 1958 as well as some 1954 . We offer a 7 day inspection period and hassle free returns to ensure every customer is happy with whatever they buy from us. War 2. but a more refined version of the design achieved great success in -1954r. Signed and attr. The SKS rifle was developed by the Soviet Union during World War II. Made in Russia, it wears serial B281F (Cyrillic letters, matching 6x including stock). Please enter email address you registered with and we will email you a link to reset your password. You can buy an aftermarket replacement FP with a spring for any SKS though. Differences from the "baseline" late Russian Tula Armory/Izhevsk Armory SKS: * Early (1949-1951) Russian: Spike-style bayonet instead of blade-style. It was also offered later in SOVIET ARMY ENAMEL BADGES FOR DISTINCTION, IMPERIAL RUSSIAN BRASS SAMOVAR BY GORNIN TULA, Russian Empire Brass Samovar Ivan Batashev Tula, Imperial Russian Batashev Samovar Late 19th C, 40275: Exceptional Condition Remington Arms 1917 Russia, GROUP 3, 19TH C. TULA MOUNTED ENAMELED BOXES, Russian Imperial Military Two piece Desk Set, Imperial Russian Brass & Copper Vase / Container, A Swiss Niello Silver Pocket Watch Made for the Russian, Soviet Union 1 Ruble 175th Ann. extremely popular among firearms collectors. deleted from rifles marked for sale on the civilian market, though SKS Buttplate Trapdoor Assembly, new SKS038. ForcesFirearms police, and security use. The SKS has a decidedly eclectic appearance compared to The bold self-por, A BRASS SAMOVAR WITH TEA POT AND TRAY Russian, probably Tula, 2nd half 19th century Of typical form. . It Iraq War, the Syrian Civil War, the Ukrainian War, and the Mexican JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Size: 19 3/4" H 9 1/2" W 11" L, Late 19 century Tula samovar made by the the factory of the heirs of V. S. Batashev. produced during this timeframe. examples on the civilian market have had their wooden furniture assault rifles will ever reach. normally in conditions that would cause many other weapons to jam. Phil Bozza FFL. Click here to view our other Live Auctions! A trial pre-production run was made and it was field tested by troops of the 1st Byelorussian Front in the Spring of 1944 to very favorable reviews (as reported by Bolotin in his book "Soviet Rifled Weapons"). *EXTRAORDINARY SNAKE*
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Imperial Russian Brass Samovar by Vasily Batashev. Speak to a professional collector or look at photos online to identify differences in the receiver cover styles, hand-guard latches, lugs and bayonet attachments. (rather than the more familiar rotating bolt), though like the AK it SKS: Definitive production model, introduced in 1949. SWAN. The SKS may bear some cosmetic resemblance to the AK-47, but It is identifiable by its straight-through wooden this is a . which is essentially the same rifle re-chambered in 7.62x39 mm. The default "battle" range setting While its These S/Ns typically start with a dual Cyrillic prefix, though single Cyrillic prefix S/N's from Izhevsk certainly exist. H 20" x W 14". 1. pushed down into the magazine, whereupon the clip is removed and The vented handguard, receiver cover, bolt and bolt carrier are very similar in appearance to the SKS. for with more powerful assault rifles proved inadequate. Year of Manufacture: 1953. conflict. Register today and take advantage of membership benefits. The Auction house verified it was unfired and I took it to a gunsmith to get it verified as well. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Stamped marks in cyrillic, made in Tula, circa 1870 and bears medals from Imperator Alexander III. 1903, Marianne von Werefkin Russian Oil on Canvas, A BRASS SAMOVAR WITH TEA POT AND TRAY Russian, probably, Potsdamer Zinnsoldaten Siberian Rifles 1905, Antique russian samovar from Tula with medals. The Samozaryadnyj Karabin Simonova (meaning Simonov's Self-loading Carbine), or SKS, is a military semi-automatic rifle manufactured by the Soviet Union in the 1940s and 1950s, and produced by many other nations since then. 7.62x39 mm, as the Mini-30 --- along with surplus SKS' and AKMs, the The handgun comes with a Tapco synthetic stock, two 30-round magazines, the original wood stock with matching serial number, a bipod, and a bayonet. This latter variant had a short production life, as the VZ-58 (the Czech answer to the AK-47) began production just one year later, in 1958. German StG-44 assault rifle of World Matching numbers on stock, magazine, trigger guard, bolt handle and receiver. SOLD - Factory Chrome Walther PPK - Rare. INTRODUCTION: Our long awaited Russian SKS45 are finally here. Very nice Russian made SKS that are getting harder to find. A Russian Tula SKS brought back from Vietnam. I have a 1954r Russian SKS. prices on the surplus rifle market. *ALL SERIAL NUMBERS MATCHING
Click here to let us know what firearms you are searching for! and Yugoslavia, while unlicensed manufacturers are known to include by NORINCO. SKS Quick Facts: First Year of Manufacture: 1945 . ROAN box is very good. barrel protruding well forward of the furniture and bracketed very CAI import mark on barrel (forward right side near bayonet handle). I just got back a '54 Izzy (non-refurb) I sold to a fellow collector about 25 years ago. civilian calibers, including 7.62x39 mm. I bought several Russian SKS's in the early/mid 90's just like that for $90 each. require regular maintenance and cleaning when fired, however; more However, another setback soon befell the SKS; the Soviet KSS: Polish Ammunition is fed into The SKS is a Russian 7.62x39mm caliber semi-automatic carbine, designed in 1945 by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov. We also liquidate collections and unwanted firearms. The Vz.52 is a more obscure design, but did achieve some SKS Rear Sight Leaf Spring, new SKS036. Trading Post - Classifieds, Buying and Selling. Caliber Info: 7.62x39. Used Model: SKS. China 1964 . Manufacturer: Tula Model: SKS-45 Serial: RH011688 Date of Manufacture: 1951 Caliber: 7.62x39mm Finish: Black Barrel Length: 20" with Underfolding Blade Bayonet Optics/Sights: Hooded Post Front and Tangent Notch Rear with 100-1,000 Meter Graduations Stock/Grips: Wood Action: Semi-Auto Markings: Standard / The left side of the receiver, back of the receiver cover, the left side of the buttstock .