Yugoslavian SKS Rifle - Very Good to Excellent Condition - 7.62x39 - C&R Eligible
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Yugoslavian SKS Rifle - Very Good to Excellent Condition - 7.62x39 - C&R Eligible
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Rifle, Historic Yugoslavian M59/66 SKS rifle, semi-automatic, manufactured in the famous Zastava Plant - 7.62x39 caliber - Very Good to Excellent Condition.
Make sure to read Brutus' Description below for full details on condition of the rifles and accessories. Rifle is not California compliant.
Yugoslavian SKS Unboxing Video SKS Cosmoline Cleaning Video 
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Brutus' Description
As everyone knows good surplus has been getting harder and harder to find for quite some time. These are really nice and actually exceeded our expectations. In fact the only reason I included the Very Good rating in the title is in case the worst one in the bunch falls to the level of very good. Certainly everything we have seen so far exceeds that level.
This fine group of rifles came to us from the Slovenian Arsenals where they were evidently assigned after the dissolution of Yugoslavia. They are packed in master crates of 10 rifles each. Most also include accessories such as a leather mag pouch, oiler, oiler pouch, sling, and tubular cleaning kit.
Not all accessories are guaranteed with every rifle but we will package whatever is in each individual crate along with the rifle.... In other words, if the crate your rifle comes out of has cleaning kit's, we will pack a cleaning kit with your rifle. If there are slings in the crate, yours will get a sling, etc... etc. All we are guaranteeing is a rifle but the vast majority do have some if not all accessories. Also, while we firmly stand by the really nice condition of these rifles, we make no guarantees on the condition of the accessories. Some are nice, some are really nice, and others may be so-so. We are selling the rifle and throwing in whatever other accessories happen to be in that crate, as such you should simply consider the accessories as free gravy.
Each rifle is complete with blade type bayonet. Nice wood stocks. Adjustable gas systems with grenade launcher, also, while we will not guarantee all matching serial #'s all of the dozens that we have examined so far have had all factory stamped matching serial #'s on any part that carries a serial #.
Honestly I don't know if these rifles were arsenal refinished or just very nice rifles but they are without a doubt the finest group of military surplus SKS rifles we have ever received. I encourage you to take a look at the attached pictures and video to see what you can expect. Some stocks will be very dry and seemingly without a varnish finish, while others appear to have a clear coat over the stain, but that is common to Yugo SKS's and apart from some slight storage marks all are very nice. All metal surfaces have looked good with very little bluing wear. Expect some slight storage marks and an occasional dent or ding but overall this entire lot is in at least Very Good surplus condition and the hand selects should be closer to Excellent. / Like New.
As stated before, as best we can tell these rifles were assigned to and or stayed in Slovenia after the dissolution of Yugoslavia and were held as back up weapons until being deemed as no longer needed and sold as surplus. They show very little if any actual use and are very nice by surplus standards. Many look absolutely new.
The vast majority of these are packed in a very consistent , very clean light coating of cosmoline.
Add $20.00 for Hand Select. Hand Select will get you best of 10 cosmetically.
Dealers and Collectors.... We are also offering these fine rifles for sale in lots of 10 in their original wooden crates. Bear in mind that shipping for these will be by truck line and may be cost prohibitive but serious buyers can e-mail us for a freight quote. Please see our Yugo SKS Crate Page for full details.
7.62x39, Semi-Auto, 10 Round, Blade Style Folding Bayonet, Adjustable Gas System.
Manufacturer's Description
Historic Yugoslavian SKS rifle, semi-automatic, manufactured in the famous Zastava Plant - 7.62x39 caliber - Very Good to Excellent condition
C & R Eligible
Additional Information
| Product Specs | 7.62x39 |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Yugoslavia |
| License Requirement | Curio and Relic |
| Manufacturer | Zastava |
| Mfg. Part Number | YUGO-SKS-VGE |
| UPC | No |
| Caliber/Gauge | 7.62x39 |
| Threaded Barrel | No |
| Free Shipping | No |
| Flat Rate Shipping | No |
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What a clean riffle!
Review by Dj0mla on 3/5/16 -
I got honney blond unissued rifle for sure. Took some time to clean but looks excellent!Quality Video Review
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Beautiful
Review by Joe on 1/24/16 -
What a beauty! I always wanted an SKS, Im glad I bought this one. Hoping to go shooting soon.Quality Video Review
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Yugo sks by classic firearm
Review by Chip on 12/30/15 -
Another great purchase from classic firearms. I bought a hand select yugo sks. Yes packed in heavy cosmolean but after the cleaning a beautiful rifle. Really the glueing is 98 maybe 99% these rifles did not see much use if any. I have not had a chance to fire mine but the barrel looks awesome! I expect super results.Quality
I have 2 sks now I've purchased from classic and about 8 or 9 guns total,over the last few years. Great company. If you are slightly thinking about an sks hit the purchase button now. Thanks classic.Video Review
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Outstanding Crate Purchase by American Weapon Systems
Review by Dana on 10/13/15 -
An invitation by my preferred FFL dealer had me at their shop today; 10/13/15, to view the crate they recently purchased as a "group buy" for Northeast Shooters. Both Ty & Elise at American Weapon Systems in Rindge, NH knew that I was on the fence about purchasing one of these. After doing the video and seeing the quality of these fine rifles...I may just have to order one. Great job Classic Firearms...Keep bringing us the Good Stuff ! This crate Rocked !Quality Video Review
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Yugo SKS 1988
Review by Toby B. on 10/2/15 -
Picked hand select and it was as good as I expected. Unissued with a few storage marks. You can't get this good of an SKS on Gunbroker for the price and with accessories. Classics customer service was very good with me. Much better then that of Southernohioguns. Thank you!!Quality Video Review
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Outstanding Condition and (practically) Unissued
Review by NotAGunGuy on 10/1/15 -
This rifle was advertised as "very good to excellent" and I was not disappointed at all. In fact, I'm pretty stoked. I went with the "hand pick" option (I always do for some reason) and received a sling, ammo pouches, and a troop issue log serial numbered to the rifle. As it turns out, this rifle was only shot on two occasions and has had fewer than 600 rounds run through it. What a great bonus.Quality
The rifle is still thick with cosmoline, but after I get this baby all cleaned up I'll be taking it out for some range time with its close relative - an early Sino-Soviet SKS. I smell an accuracy competition!
As usual, Classic Firearms shipped quickly and securely while keeping me informed during every step of the process.
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the sent me a Gem
Review by William on 9/17/15 -
This was my second purchase from Classic... Rifle arrived 3 business days after the Labor day, when I ordered it.. My FFl is already in their list,.Quality
I made a you tube,.. Im happy with the purchase. Im happy with it, metal seems to show some use, but stock is in great shape.
I would agree with a Very Good rating on this rifle.
I had one pit rust spot very small on hand guard . very small. in the you tube you cant see it,, im just giving all info.
I got handpicked. I received the accessories. they were in good shape also.
I shot the rifle the day after my you tube,.. no issues. will buy again from Classic.
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Terrific Yugo SKS surplus military rifle!
Review by TC on 8/25/15 -
I have purchased 12 surplus military rifles over the years and this Yugo SKS is by far in the best condition. The wood stock looks brand new, the bluing is 100% and the rifling looks like a mirror. Nice touch with all the accessories that come with the $20 hand select option. Well worth the money. I like this SKS so much I'm going to purchase another one. Once again Classic Firearms delivers an outstanding product and level of customer service. Thanks guys and keep up the great work!Quality Video Review
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Nice Yugo SKS! Like new, possibly unissued (or an incredible refurb job)
Review by Helter Skelter on 8/21/15 -
Check out my quick video review, never EVER did I think I would pay $430 + $20 hand select for an SKS...but then again, I never thought I would be able to get an original Yugo with all matching parts numbers in this good of condition complete with the Slovenian arsenal log. Just got delivery to my C&R, and now I am really glad I made the purchase! Check out my video review. Exactly as advertised by Classic. Also included in video a couple of my Chinese Type 56 SKS's from Classic as well for comparison. Thanks Classic for making these fine rifles available to us again!Quality Video Review
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Great piece of eastern european history
Review by Marius on 3/21/16 -
Like everyone else I did expect to receive this rifle soaked in cosmoline. I first started removing it using baby wipes, then I soaked the parts in hot water and disposed the water in a safe location. It got some of the cosmoline off the rifle, but not all of it. The next day, I took the rifle outside and sprayed it with mineral spirits and wiped the cosmoline off. Messy job, but overall I think i got 99% of the stuff off. There may be some in the bayonet , but the most I can do right now is keep lubing it and cleaning it. I read I shouldn't have used water to clean the stock because it would damage it. I guess I should have used the method with baking it under the sun or on my dashboard. Unfortunately, where I live is not that hot yet. All in all, after some old english wood oil, the stock seems to look pretty good now. Great rifle, I can't wait to shoot it at the range.Quality -
Excellent
Review by Vlad on 3/20/16 -
I want to thank for a one day sale and for having a wonderful and friendly personnel. I carried M59/66A1 while compulsory serving in Yugoslav National Army in 1983-84. The rifle you send me is in superb condition. I think it has not been even issued. It was stored for a long time in the same position based on a couple of minor indentation marks in the beech stock. After I cleaned it form cosmoline and put 3 layers of Danish oil, it looks spiffy. The cleaning accessories that came with the rifle are in great condition. The most importantly, the barrel is in pristine condition, mirroring like a ballroom chandelier. I attach three pictures. Picture 1 shows the rifle as received and unpacked (top left), taken apart and cleaned (top right), and then re-assembled (bottom). Picture 2 shows all the matching numbers (2 sets) found on various parts of the rifle along with the looks at front/rear parts of the bore. I think that after factory test shots, this has not been fired much, if at all. Igman ammo (used in Ex-Yugoslavia) is mildly corrosive and there would be some signs in the bore reflection if the rifle was used in service. Picture 3 shows 10 shots (full clip) made in ~ 7.8 s at 100 yards using iron sights (after adjustment for windage and elevation, albeit the original settings put me on the paper). After first 3 shots (out of black area) aiming at the bottom of the black circle, I re-adjusted aiming at the bull’s eye. For comparison, I shoot this round on the target I previously used for my Tikka T3 Lite 30.06 action both rifle equipped with 3-9x 50 mm ProStaff BDC Nikon Scope. Tikka’s 9 hits, which took about 10 minutes (clip holds only 3 bullets), are marked with pink patches. In my view, the SKS does a really nice job. One thing that I expected, but other customers may need some warning, is that when using mineral spirits (as I do) to clean cosmoline, I took off painted numbers on the grenade launcher sights (by just wiping it off, not even by brushing for which otherwise I use a toothbrush). This does not apply to flip-on front/rear night sights that can withstand such cleaning. All of those painted numbers are anyway meant to be repainted every few years for night action, not that I can find anywhere to launch a grenade and less so at night.Quality -
This Is Why I Buy From Classic
Review by Floyd on 3/14/16 -
I just received one of these rifles today. And this transaction is a typical example of why I prefer do business with Classic Firearms.Quality
First, the rifle arrived a day earlier than promised when I purchased. Somebody took the extra step of getting the initial paperwork going over the weekend to get my order out ASAP. It's tough to find service like that in today's market.
Second, UPS did their very best job to damage this rifle in transit. The shipping box was ripped up in several places...looked like the thing must have gone through a war zone on the way to my house. But Classic took the extra step of wrapping the rifle up tight in several layers of heavy-duty brown butcher paper. As a result, the SKS arrived without a scratch.
Third, the rifle itself is a pretty amazing specimen of the Yugo SKS. All matching parts numbers. Very bright bore (maybe 8.5 or 9 on a scale of 10). Not a nick or scratch or sign of wear on the stock or the metal. Although there is no log book, I suspect the gun was unissued from the arsenal until now (I'll need to research that a bit). Soaked in cosmoline, which means it was well-preserved. All the accessories are here: the cleaning kit, a very old oil bottle, the cleaning rod, a very old cleaning rope, and a very old leather sling (all of which have definitely seen service in the field...very cool).
To sum up, I'm really happy with the purchase. Could I have bought the rifle elsewhere? Yeah, probably. Would I have received the same level of service and quality as that delivered by Classic? Not likely. Another 5-star review, based on both product and service. Can't wait to clean this rifle and get it out to the range! -
Awesome SKS
Review by KJ on 3/12/16 -
By far one of the best SKS's I have ever owned. When I received mine, I would of sworn it was new and unissued. If it wasn't for the log book that came with the rifle I would thought it unfired.. This is another fine example of Classic Firearms ability to retain some of the finest surplus firearms on the market today. Thanks Again and like always it is a pleasure doing business with Classic Firearms....Quality
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More than expected.
Review by Andriy on 3/12/16 -
Got my rifle in a brand new condition. So happy. Thank you for the excellent rifle worth the price. Definitely someday will buy again.Quality
Thank you for make me happy "Classic Firearms" -
Well-made and Beautiful Yugoslavian SKS
Review by Kelby on 3/12/16 -
This is my second purchase from ClassicFirearms, but my first military surplus rifle.Quality
Let’s start from square one: I ordered my firearm from ClassicFirearms. Two days later, I saw they had a flash sale for thirty dollars off the original retail price, and this only lasted one day. I was a little bummed because I ordered my firearm too early, so I checked my order and it still hadn’t shipped yet. I contacted ClassicFirearms and asked if they could honor the sale price from the flash sale. They informed me they would, and they were very polite and helpful. They later shipped my rifle.
When I arrived to my FFL dealer, I saw the firearm laying there in a mixture of brown paper and bubble wrap, on top of the cardboard box it arrived in. My FFL dealer said “there it is.” I asked him if I could inspect it, in which he said “go ahead.” I held it in my hands; it was big and firm, but very sticky and covered in cosmoline….. I knew that it was no longer a dream; it was in my hands.
I got home, and I sliced open the cardboard box, and found some more goodies: A cleaning kit which goes inside the stock of the gun, a very crude bore snake, two leather pouches, an oiler (very classy), and an old leather sling. I’ve got to admit, they smelled like old shoes and it made my entire room stink like an antique shop. However, I was unboxing history. These items have gone decades before another person had handled them. I felt like I was holding treasure.
The next day, I did a complete field strip, watching a video that Brutus from ClassicFirearms put out, which explained how to fieldstrip and clean the rifle. I knew firsthand what I was in for, so I soaked all the pieces of the rifle in mineral spirits… this took a while. After most of the mineral spirits had eaten most of the cosmoline away, I finished cleaning the parts like I would normally clean them after a day on the range. This all took time, but I got to learn a lot about this rifle. Make sure you clean the inside of the barrel well, because you do not want any barrel obstructions (your gun could blow up).
The things I learned about my SKS: The serial numbers showed me that the firearm was produced in 1970. The SKS had a ported grenade launcher, and the rifle had a phosphorus night sight. My rifle showed a little wear on the outside, however, the inside of the rifle looked really great. I’m not sure if all the serial numbers on the parts were matching, but I think most of them were. There were so many different markings on the parts of the inside of the rifle.
When I brought it out to the range, I was a little nervous…… is this going to blow up in my face for some reason? I fired the weapon, and it functioned flawlessly. It doesn’t have much kick; I would say it has as much recoil as a .223 rifle. Immediately upon firing the rifle, a grandfather and his grandkid walked up to me and asked “what is that?” I explained to them a little about the origin of the rifle, as well as what every part of the rifle does. They wanted to shoot it, and I let them – and I had just gotten to the range! I felt like I was the star of the show.
Even though I have written a lot of words in this review, words still cannot explain how awesome this rifle is. I wish I could have ordered a crate of SKS's, but I am a poor college student and that would be a very bad idea financially (haha).
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Review by Teri on 3/11/16 -
Not quite as nice as the first one,but will look very good with new folding stock.Thank You Classic.Quality -
Very good
Review by James on 3/11/16 -
I have purchased two of these yugo Sks rifles. One at regular price and one from the one day flash sale. I paid for the hand select on both rifles. Both rifles were in very good condition with minimal blueing wear about 95% intact, and clean stocks. The one stock was almost perfect and the other had several small blemishes around the butt end of the stock. They came with the log book, sling, oiler and pouch, ammo pouches, cleaning kit, and rope bore snake. All the extras were in good condition. The reason I gave a four star rating is because I paid the hand select fee and feel that it should have yielded me a excellent condition rifle compared to the very good rifles I recirved.Quality -
Love it!!!
Review by Jennifer on 3/10/16 -
I received my SKS two days ago. Impressed!!! This gun is in excellent condition! It's beautiful! I went with hand select. Cleaned up really nicely. I was pleased it was packed so well for shipping..thank you! I'm looking forward to range time!Quality -
Love the gun!!!
Review by Jen on 3/10/16 -
Received my SKS two days ago..absolutely beautiful gun!! Happy I did hand select. It was boxed really well..thank you!! The gun is in excellent condition! I can't wait to take it out to the range! Thanks Classic Firearms!!!Quality -
Great gun lots of cleaning
Review by john on 3/9/16 -
I fell in love with this gun as soon as I took it out of the box. It's not in perfect condition and I didn't expect it to be. However it is still in great condition for its age, and all the numbers are matching. Just fair warning, if you buy this gun be prepared for a long cleaning session. It took me about 6 hours with simple tools. And I will probably clean it again before I shoot it. I love the bayonet! And it feels balanced well when I look down the sights. Get this gun and get intimate with some gunk out and hoppes. But when your done enjoy a fun rifle for the money!Quality
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What a clean riffle!
Review by Dj0mla on 3/5/16 -
I got honney blond unissued rifle for sure. Took some time to clean but looks excellent!Quality Video Review
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Beautiful
Review by Joe on 1/24/16 -
What a beauty! I always wanted an SKS, Im glad I bought this one. Hoping to go shooting soon.Quality Video Review
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Yugo sks by classic firearm
Review by Chip on 12/30/15 -
Another great purchase from classic firearms. I bought a hand select yugo sks. Yes packed in heavy cosmolean but after the cleaning a beautiful rifle. Really the glueing is 98 maybe 99% these rifles did not see much use if any. I have not had a chance to fire mine but the barrel looks awesome! I expect super results.Quality
I have 2 sks now I've purchased from classic and about 8 or 9 guns total,over the last few years. Great company. If you are slightly thinking about an sks hit the purchase button now. Thanks classic.Video Review
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Outstanding Crate Purchase by American Weapon Systems
Review by Dana on 10/13/15 -
An invitation by my preferred FFL dealer had me at their shop today; 10/13/15, to view the crate they recently purchased as a "group buy" for Northeast Shooters. Both Ty & Elise at American Weapon Systems in Rindge, NH knew that I was on the fence about purchasing one of these. After doing the video and seeing the quality of these fine rifles...I may just have to order one. Great job Classic Firearms...Keep bringing us the Good Stuff ! This crate Rocked !Quality Video Review
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Yugo SKS 1988
Review by Toby B. on 10/2/15 -
Picked hand select and it was as good as I expected. Unissued with a few storage marks. You can't get this good of an SKS on Gunbroker for the price and with accessories. Classics customer service was very good with me. Much better then that of Southernohioguns. Thank you!!Quality Video Review
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Outstanding Condition and (practically) Unissued
Review by NotAGunGuy on 10/1/15 -
This rifle was advertised as "very good to excellent" and I was not disappointed at all. In fact, I'm pretty stoked. I went with the "hand pick" option (I always do for some reason) and received a sling, ammo pouches, and a troop issue log serial numbered to the rifle. As it turns out, this rifle was only shot on two occasions and has had fewer than 600 rounds run through it. What a great bonus.Quality
The rifle is still thick with cosmoline, but after I get this baby all cleaned up I'll be taking it out for some range time with its close relative - an early Sino-Soviet SKS. I smell an accuracy competition!
As usual, Classic Firearms shipped quickly and securely while keeping me informed during every step of the process.
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the sent me a Gem
Review by William on 9/17/15 -
This was my second purchase from Classic... Rifle arrived 3 business days after the Labor day, when I ordered it.. My FFl is already in their list,.Quality
I made a you tube,.. Im happy with the purchase. Im happy with it, metal seems to show some use, but stock is in great shape.
I would agree with a Very Good rating on this rifle.
I had one pit rust spot very small on hand guard . very small. in the you tube you cant see it,, im just giving all info.
I got handpicked. I received the accessories. they were in good shape also.
I shot the rifle the day after my you tube,.. no issues. will buy again from Classic.
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Terrific Yugo SKS surplus military rifle!
Review by TC on 8/25/15 -
I have purchased 12 surplus military rifles over the years and this Yugo SKS is by far in the best condition. The wood stock looks brand new, the bluing is 100% and the rifling looks like a mirror. Nice touch with all the accessories that come with the $20 hand select option. Well worth the money. I like this SKS so much I'm going to purchase another one. Once again Classic Firearms delivers an outstanding product and level of customer service. Thanks guys and keep up the great work!Quality Video Review
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Nice Yugo SKS! Like new, possibly unissued (or an incredible refurb job)
Review by Helter Skelter on 8/21/15 -
Check out my quick video review, never EVER did I think I would pay $430 + $20 hand select for an SKS...but then again, I never thought I would be able to get an original Yugo with all matching parts numbers in this good of condition complete with the Slovenian arsenal log. Just got delivery to my C&R, and now I am really glad I made the purchase! Check out my video review. Exactly as advertised by Classic. Also included in video a couple of my Chinese Type 56 SKS's from Classic as well for comparison. Thanks Classic for making these fine rifles available to us again!Quality Video Review
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Great piece of eastern european history
Review by Marius on 3/21/16 -
Like everyone else I did expect to receive this rifle soaked in cosmoline. I first started removing it using baby wipes, then I soaked the parts in hot water and disposed the water in a safe location. It got some of the cosmoline off the rifle, but not all of it. The next day, I took the rifle outside and sprayed it with mineral spirits and wiped the cosmoline off. Messy job, but overall I think i got 99% of the stuff off. There may be some in the bayonet , but the most I can do right now is keep lubing it and cleaning it. I read I shouldn't have used water to clean the stock because it would damage it. I guess I should have used the method with baking it under the sun or on my dashboard. Unfortunately, where I live is not that hot yet. All in all, after some old english wood oil, the stock seems to look pretty good now. Great rifle, I can't wait to shoot it at the range.Quality -
Excellent
Review by Vlad on 3/20/16 -
I want to thank for a one day sale and for having a wonderful and friendly personnel. I carried M59/66A1 while compulsory serving in Yugoslav National Army in 1983-84. The rifle you send me is in superb condition. I think it has not been even issued. It was stored for a long time in the same position based on a couple of minor indentation marks in the beech stock. After I cleaned it form cosmoline and put 3 layers of Danish oil, it looks spiffy. The cleaning accessories that came with the rifle are in great condition. The most importantly, the barrel is in pristine condition, mirroring like a ballroom chandelier. I attach three pictures. Picture 1 shows the rifle as received and unpacked (top left), taken apart and cleaned (top right), and then re-assembled (bottom). Picture 2 shows all the matching numbers (2 sets) found on various parts of the rifle along with the looks at front/rear parts of the bore. I think that after factory test shots, this has not been fired much, if at all. Igman ammo (used in Ex-Yugoslavia) is mildly corrosive and there would be some signs in the bore reflection if the rifle was used in service. Picture 3 shows 10 shots (full clip) made in ~ 7.8 s at 100 yards using iron sights (after adjustment for windage and elevation, albeit the original settings put me on the paper). After first 3 shots (out of black area) aiming at the bottom of the black circle, I re-adjusted aiming at the bull’s eye. For comparison, I shoot this round on the target I previously used for my Tikka T3 Lite 30.06 action both rifle equipped with 3-9x 50 mm ProStaff BDC Nikon Scope. Tikka’s 9 hits, which took about 10 minutes (clip holds only 3 bullets), are marked with pink patches. In my view, the SKS does a really nice job. One thing that I expected, but other customers may need some warning, is that when using mineral spirits (as I do) to clean cosmoline, I took off painted numbers on the grenade launcher sights (by just wiping it off, not even by brushing for which otherwise I use a toothbrush). This does not apply to flip-on front/rear night sights that can withstand such cleaning. All of those painted numbers are anyway meant to be repainted every few years for night action, not that I can find anywhere to launch a grenade and less so at night.Quality -
This Is Why I Buy From Classic
Review by Floyd on 3/14/16 -
I just received one of these rifles today. And this transaction is a typical example of why I prefer do business with Classic Firearms.Quality
First, the rifle arrived a day earlier than promised when I purchased. Somebody took the extra step of getting the initial paperwork going over the weekend to get my order out ASAP. It's tough to find service like that in today's market.
Second, UPS did their very best job to damage this rifle in transit. The shipping box was ripped up in several places...looked like the thing must have gone through a war zone on the way to my house. But Classic took the extra step of wrapping the rifle up tight in several layers of heavy-duty brown butcher paper. As a result, the SKS arrived without a scratch.
Third, the rifle itself is a pretty amazing specimen of the Yugo SKS. All matching parts numbers. Very bright bore (maybe 8.5 or 9 on a scale of 10). Not a nick or scratch or sign of wear on the stock or the metal. Although there is no log book, I suspect the gun was unissued from the arsenal until now (I'll need to research that a bit). Soaked in cosmoline, which means it was well-preserved. All the accessories are here: the cleaning kit, a very old oil bottle, the cleaning rod, a very old cleaning rope, and a very old leather sling (all of which have definitely seen service in the field...very cool).
To sum up, I'm really happy with the purchase. Could I have bought the rifle elsewhere? Yeah, probably. Would I have received the same level of service and quality as that delivered by Classic? Not likely. Another 5-star review, based on both product and service. Can't wait to clean this rifle and get it out to the range! -
Awesome SKS
Review by KJ on 3/12/16 -
By far one of the best SKS's I have ever owned. When I received mine, I would of sworn it was new and unissued. If it wasn't for the log book that came with the rifle I would thought it unfired.. This is another fine example of Classic Firearms ability to retain some of the finest surplus firearms on the market today. Thanks Again and like always it is a pleasure doing business with Classic Firearms....Quality
Can't wait to see what comes next........................... -
More than expected.
Review by Andriy on 3/12/16 -
Got my rifle in a brand new condition. So happy. Thank you for the excellent rifle worth the price. Definitely someday will buy again.Quality
Thank you for make me happy "Classic Firearms" -
Well-made and Beautiful Yugoslavian SKS
Review by Kelby on 3/12/16 -
This is my second purchase from ClassicFirearms, but my first military surplus rifle.Quality
Let’s start from square one: I ordered my firearm from ClassicFirearms. Two days later, I saw they had a flash sale for thirty dollars off the original retail price, and this only lasted one day. I was a little bummed because I ordered my firearm too early, so I checked my order and it still hadn’t shipped yet. I contacted ClassicFirearms and asked if they could honor the sale price from the flash sale. They informed me they would, and they were very polite and helpful. They later shipped my rifle.
When I arrived to my FFL dealer, I saw the firearm laying there in a mixture of brown paper and bubble wrap, on top of the cardboard box it arrived in. My FFL dealer said “there it is.” I asked him if I could inspect it, in which he said “go ahead.” I held it in my hands; it was big and firm, but very sticky and covered in cosmoline….. I knew that it was no longer a dream; it was in my hands.
I got home, and I sliced open the cardboard box, and found some more goodies: A cleaning kit which goes inside the stock of the gun, a very crude bore snake, two leather pouches, an oiler (very classy), and an old leather sling. I’ve got to admit, they smelled like old shoes and it made my entire room stink like an antique shop. However, I was unboxing history. These items have gone decades before another person had handled them. I felt like I was holding treasure.
The next day, I did a complete field strip, watching a video that Brutus from ClassicFirearms put out, which explained how to fieldstrip and clean the rifle. I knew firsthand what I was in for, so I soaked all the pieces of the rifle in mineral spirits… this took a while. After most of the mineral spirits had eaten most of the cosmoline away, I finished cleaning the parts like I would normally clean them after a day on the range. This all took time, but I got to learn a lot about this rifle. Make sure you clean the inside of the barrel well, because you do not want any barrel obstructions (your gun could blow up).
The things I learned about my SKS: The serial numbers showed me that the firearm was produced in 1970. The SKS had a ported grenade launcher, and the rifle had a phosphorus night sight. My rifle showed a little wear on the outside, however, the inside of the rifle looked really great. I’m not sure if all the serial numbers on the parts were matching, but I think most of them were. There were so many different markings on the parts of the inside of the rifle.
When I brought it out to the range, I was a little nervous…… is this going to blow up in my face for some reason? I fired the weapon, and it functioned flawlessly. It doesn’t have much kick; I would say it has as much recoil as a .223 rifle. Immediately upon firing the rifle, a grandfather and his grandkid walked up to me and asked “what is that?” I explained to them a little about the origin of the rifle, as well as what every part of the rifle does. They wanted to shoot it, and I let them – and I had just gotten to the range! I felt like I was the star of the show.
Even though I have written a lot of words in this review, words still cannot explain how awesome this rifle is. I wish I could have ordered a crate of SKS's, but I am a poor college student and that would be a very bad idea financially (haha).
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Review by Teri on 3/11/16 -
Not quite as nice as the first one,but will look very good with new folding stock.Thank You Classic.Quality -
Very good
Review by James on 3/11/16 -
I have purchased two of these yugo Sks rifles. One at regular price and one from the one day flash sale. I paid for the hand select on both rifles. Both rifles were in very good condition with minimal blueing wear about 95% intact, and clean stocks. The one stock was almost perfect and the other had several small blemishes around the butt end of the stock. They came with the log book, sling, oiler and pouch, ammo pouches, cleaning kit, and rope bore snake. All the extras were in good condition. The reason I gave a four star rating is because I paid the hand select fee and feel that it should have yielded me a excellent condition rifle compared to the very good rifles I recirved.Quality -
Love it!!!
Review by Jennifer on 3/10/16 -
I received my SKS two days ago. Impressed!!! This gun is in excellent condition! It's beautiful! I went with hand select. Cleaned up really nicely. I was pleased it was packed so well for shipping..thank you! I'm looking forward to range time!Quality -
Love the gun!!!
Review by Jen on 3/10/16 -
Received my SKS two days ago..absolutely beautiful gun!! Happy I did hand select. It was boxed really well..thank you!! The gun is in excellent condition! I can't wait to take it out to the range! Thanks Classic Firearms!!!Quality -
Great gun lots of cleaning
Review by john on 3/9/16 -
I fell in love with this gun as soon as I took it out of the box. It's not in perfect condition and I didn't expect it to be. However it is still in great condition for its age, and all the numbers are matching. Just fair warning, if you buy this gun be prepared for a long cleaning session. It took me about 6 hours with simple tools. And I will probably clean it again before I shoot it. I love the bayonet! And it feels balanced well when I look down the sights. Get this gun and get intimate with some gunk out and hoppes. But when your done enjoy a fun rifle for the money!Quality -
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Brutus' Description
As everyone knows good surplus has been getting harder and harder to find for quite some time. These are really nice and actually exceeded our expectations. In fact the only reason I included the Very Good rating in the title is in case the worst one in the bunch falls to the level of very good. Certainly everything we have seen so far exceeds that level.
This fine group of rifles came to us from the Slovenian Arsenals where they were evidently assigned after the dissolution of Yugoslavia. They are packed in master crates of 10 rifles each. Most also include accessories such as a leather mag pouch, oiler, oiler pouch, sling, and tubular cleaning kit.
Not all accessories are guaranteed with every rifle but we will package whatever is in each individual crate along with the rifle.... In other words, if the crate your rifle comes out of has cleaning kit's, we will pack a cleaning kit with your rifle. If there are slings in the crate, yours will get a sling, etc... etc. All we are guaranteeing is a rifle but the vast majority do have some if not all accessories. Also, while we firmly stand by the really nice condition of these rifles, we make no guarantees on the condition of the accessories. Some are nice, some are really nice, and others may be so-so. We are selling the rifle and throwing in whatever other accessories happen to be in that crate, as such you should simply consider the accessories as free gravy.
Each rifle is complete with blade type bayonet. Nice wood stocks. Adjustable gas systems with grenade launcher, also, while we will not guarantee all matching serial #'s all of the dozens that we have examined so far have had all factory stamped matching serial #'s on any part that carries a serial #.
Honestly I don't know if these rifles were arsenal refinished or just very nice rifles but they are without a doubt the finest group of military surplus SKS rifles we have ever received. I encourage you to take a look at the attached pictures and video to see what you can expect. Some stocks will be very dry and seemingly without a varnish finish, while others appear to have a clear coat over the stain, but that is common to Yugo SKS's and apart from some slight storage marks all are very nice. All metal surfaces have looked good with very little bluing wear. Expect some slight storage marks and an occasional dent or ding but overall this entire lot is in at least Very Good surplus condition and the hand selects should be closer to Excellent. / Like New.
As stated before, as best we can tell these rifles were assigned to and or stayed in Slovenia after the dissolution of Yugoslavia and were held as back up weapons until being deemed as no longer needed and sold as surplus. They show very little if any actual use and are very nice by surplus standards. Many look absolutely new.
The vast majority of these are packed in a very consistent , very clean light coating of cosmoline.
Add $20.00 for Hand Select. Hand Select will get you best of 10 cosmetically.
Dealers and Collectors.... We are also offering these fine rifles for sale in lots of 10 in their original wooden crates. Bear in mind that shipping for these will be by truck line and may be cost prohibitive but serious buyers can e-mail us for a freight quote. Please see our Yugo SKS Crate Page for full details.
7.62x39, Semi-Auto, 10 Round, Blade Style Folding Bayonet, Adjustable Gas System.
Manufacturer's Description
Historic Yugoslavian SKS rifle, semi-automatic, manufactured in the famous Zastava Plant - 7.62x39 caliber - Very Good to Excellent condition
C & R Eligible
Additional Information
| Product Specs | 7.62x39 |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Yugoslavia |
| License Requirement | Curio and Relic |
| Manufacturer | Zastava |
| Mfg. Part Number | YUGO-SKS-VGE |
| UPC | No |
| Caliber/Gauge | 7.62x39 |
| Threaded Barrel | No |
| Free Shipping | No |
| Flat Rate Shipping | No |
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