- Historical value
- Milled receiver
- Easy-to-find ammo
- Heavy
- Prices are increasing
The SKS is a conventional gas-operated semi-automatic rifle that served the Russian army until the full adoption of the AK-47. It sports 10 rounds of 7.62x39mm ammo inside of an internal magazine, a bayonet lug, and is capped off with a milled receiver.
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SKS Specs
SKS Features
Short-stroke gas piston
Fixed 10-round internal magazine
20-22" barrel
Hooded post front sight, tangent notch rear sight
Often has a folding boyonet mounted underneath the barrel
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The Auto-Ordnance M1 Carbine is a modern reproduction gun that gives consumers a chance to experience the sweet-shooting WWII classic chambered in .30 carbine without having to chase down an original copy.
Produced by Kahr Arms in Greely, PA, each Auto-Ordnance M1 Carbine is made to be a faithful reproduction of the gun that served the United States from World War II through the Vietnam War. A parkerized receiver, walnut stock, 18-inch barrel, and standard capacity 15-round magazine complete the authentic look and feel of the original.
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final verdict
“The SKS is not just a rifle meant to keep working in most environments; It’s a rifle meant to be used in the harshest environments and then be passed along to the next person. With a few minor issues to look out for – like the barrel condition on a Yugo-made SKS – these are ‘set-and-forget’ tools. There is no way anyone could be disappointed with a properly made and maintained SKS. While pricing is consistently increasing, it’s still possible to find a moderately priced SKS in good condition.” – Jonathan Kilburn
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