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Of course it's worth it! An SKS is a great gun. Ammo will return.

Depends how much, country of manufacturer, and condition.  But like Tom, I like Sks's.

Do it! Ive owned one since high school, until recently. Had to sell it. They are fun to shoot and ammo is reasonable. (when you can find it)

Depends how much, country of manufacturer, and condition.  But like Tom, I like Sks's.

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I've owned several Russian and Chinese SKSs over the years and still have a mint condition 1955 Russian "Letter Series" SKS (final Russian production) that I will probably never part with since that particular SKS is fairly rare, plus I just like SKSs and the history of the rifle. An SKS is great addition to anyone's arsenal!

I personally wouldn't let the current short-term ammo situation drive your decision on picking up a good SKS if it's reasonably priced or any other firearm for that matter but that's just my opinion.

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Ended up picking up a 1953r Tula for $400.

Not bad, I assume; being that the going rate on SKS is now 600 BUCKS?! 

That's a steal for a Tula

Ended up picking up a 1953r Tula for $400.

Not bad, I assume; being that the going rate on SKS is now 600 BUCKS?! 

Nice choice and a great price to boot! 

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I almost didnt go for it initially. I thought it was some common version, and explained that I could get one off Classic Firearms or AIM surplus for about 3-350 including shipping; guy wouldn't budge though.  Then I took a quick look at the factory stamp and knew I had to get it. Best part was its in pristine condition, and absolute ZERO cosmoline.

If there is one thing that drives me nuts about Russian surplus, its that damn cosmoline.

I like guns packed with cosmo. Usually means it hasn't been shot since stored by the arsenal.  Mineral spirits makes removal super easy. Congrats on the new toy!

I almost didnt go for it initially. I thought it was some common version, and explained that I could get one off Classic Firearms or AIM surplus for about 3-350 including shipping; guy wouldn't budge though.  Then I took a quick look at the factory stamp and knew I had to get it. Best part was its in pristine condition, and absolute ZERO cosmoline.

If there is one thing that drives me nuts about Russian surplus, its that damn cosmoline.

I love the smell of cosmoline in the morning!!  Smells like victory!!

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ive been thinking about an SKS lately also.  Glad you found a good one.  As for me, theres so many different manufacturers and things out there, I have no idea what to look for or how much i should be paying.  Any advice?

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I'm not too familiar with SKS'; more of a mosin guy myself.

From what i've read, it can be a hit or a miss with the different models, same as it would be with the Mosins; some love you, some don't.

Chinese tend to be cheaper, as they produced the most SKS'. Russian/soviet models seem to be the most expensive these days, along with the yugo versions.

I say just pick it up if you find one for a good price, which these days would be $400 or lower.

ya, im really regretting not buying one a few years ago when they were like $2-300 range

With a C&R, you can still find them under $300.

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