__exclusive__ | Sks Msry

When purchasing a surplus SKS, condition and matching numbers are everything.

"Masry" is the Arabic word for "Egyptian." The SKS (Samozaryadny Karabin sistemy Simonova) is a Soviet semi-automatic carbine that saw significant use and localized variations across the Middle East.

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The SKS is no longer "the $89 rifle." It has matured into a legitimate collectible military surplus firearm. The best entry points are standard Chinese or Romanian models. The best investments are Russian refurbs or Yugoslavian M59/66s in unissued condition.

Use only non-corrosive modern production (Red Army Standard, Barnaul, etc.) unless you are diligent about cleaning after shooting corrosive-primed surplus (which will rust your gas system and bore overnight).