Russian SKS 7.62×39 Semi-Auto 20.5” Rifle C&R Carbine, Spring Bayonet
SOLD FOR: $755
WOA#: WY2303219RF001
Make: Tula Arsenal (Russian)
Model: SKS
Serial Number: M924 / CCCP54797
Year of Manufacture: Post 1952
Caliber: 7.62 x 39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, 10rd Hinged magazine fed by stripper clips.
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked “SKS 7.62X39 O.D.I SWAN. VT. MADE IN RUSSIA CCCP54797”. The left side of the chamber is marked with proofs. The left side of the chamber is marked with Russian letters and “924”. The top of the bolt, rear of the receiver, bottom of the trigger guard and buttstock have matching serial numbers. The bottom of the magazine has two different serial numbers, one being matched to the receiver.
Barrel Length: 20.5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable, hooded post. The rear sight is a “U” tangent notch marked from “1 – 10” and “n”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The arctic birch stocks are in Very Good condition, and are factory refurbished. The buttstock matches the receiver. There are some scattered light scratches and nicks. There are a couple minor compression marks scattered on the stock. The LOP measures 12.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate and buttstock house a storage compartment for a cleaning kit. There is a cleaning kit in the buttstock. This SKS features a folding bayonet and cleaning rod located below the barrel.
Type of Finish: Parkerized, Blued, Anodized
Finish Originality: Original, Factory/Arsenal Refurbished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is little to no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its finish. The balance of the finish shows very little wear except for on the barrel and gas cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are mostly clear with some illegible proofs on the refurbed stock. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine refurbished condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its attached canvas sling in Very Good condition. There are some frayed ends as well as some corrosion on the metal fittings.
Our Assessment: The SKS, or Samozaryadny Karabin sistemy Simonova, is a semi-automatic carbine developed in the Soviet Union in the late 1940s. It was designed by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov as a replacement for the Mosin-Nagant bolt-action rifles. Adopted in 1949, the SKS became widely produced and distributed, serving as a bridge between bolt-action and fully automatic rifles.
The SKS features a short-stroke gas piston system and a 10-round detachable magazine loaded with 7.62x39mm ammunition. It saw action in conflicts like the Korean War and Vietnam War and gained popularity among civilian shooters and collectors due to its reliability and affordability.
Over the years, different countries produced variations of the SKS with modifications like different barrel lengths, folding stocks, and detachable magazines. Despite the variants, the core design and principles have remained consistent. Today, the SKS continues to be a sought-after firearm for its historical significance and availability, attracting enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. This Russian SKS is a wonderful example with a strong bore and mechanics and has many range days ahead of it. Please see specs below and good luck!