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April 4, 2012, 12:31 PM
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SKS Origin Questions
Hi, I have an SKS that I purchased as part of an estate, and I am NOT an SKS expert. I have spent some time researching online, but would like to fact-check the conclusions I have drawn on this rifle. Here's what I gleaned from the various websites:
Russian made SKS rifle, with no import markings. Receiver is marked on the side with a star, indicating USSR manufacture. Barrel seems to be chrome-lined, which means the rifle dates Post-1951. Based upon the cover-latch design on the left of the firearm, this appears to be a DDR (East German) rifle. Here are some photos. I will take additional photos - just ask me where to shoot the pictures. Thanks in advance. I am brand new to this forum, and appreciate the help. |
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April 4, 2012, 12:33 PM
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More pictures.
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April 4, 2012, 12:35 PM
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Final pics for now.
Final pictures for now.
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April 4, 2012, 12:51 PM
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Russian Tula (star) made with CAI import marks on barrel per photo 1933. Stamped star on side means 1955/56 mfg... then there were no more as they started making AK47s... so you might have a late one there.
Izhevsk mfg have no star but a triangle inside a circle w/ arrow IIRC. Look up Yooper John for SKS info. ETA... welcome to TFL Craig
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April 4, 2012, 04:52 PM
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Thanks for the info, and the welcome. My primary specialty is WWII German collectibles and firearms (I'm a dealer), but I get a lot of stuff outside my area of expertise, and really respect and appreciate the expertise that I am able to find on forums like this. Thanks again!!
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April 4, 2012, 09:16 PM
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Nice looking Russian SKS.
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