1950 Russian Tula Model 45 SKS, 7.62×39 20.5” MINT for sale in Dallas Texas

$1,350.00

PRISTINE Numbers Matching 1950 Russian Tula Model 45 SKS, 7.62x39mm with original Arctic Birch Stock and folding blade bayonet manufactured at the Romarm Cugir Factory. This BEAUTIFUL rifle functions flawlessly, is in excellent condition especially for its age. These rifles were only produced at the Tula Arsenal from 1949 until 1958 making this rifle one of the earliest made based on the serial number.

Make: Russian Model 45, SKS made at Tula Arsenal, Russia, Importer KBI, INC. HBG, PA
Serial Number: E0183
Year of Manufacture: 1950
Caliber: 7.62×39mm
Action Type: Gas Operated Semi-Automatic, 10-round fixed magazine
Barrel Length: 20.5”
Sights / Optics: Hooded Front Sight, Rear Iron sights graduated from 100 to 1,000 meters.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The original Arctic Birch laminate stock is in a 2-piece wood configuration featuring a straight comb, steel buttplate, smooth forend. Stock is in excellent condition and has the serial number of the rifle on the end of the buttstock albeit it is hard to read.

Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp and crisp.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and operational wear with thinning on the edges and contact points. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions perfectly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Our Assessment: Numbers Matching Russian Tula Model 45, 7.62x39mm with collapsible blade bayonet manufactured at the Tula Arsenal in 1950 is a beautifully crafted semi-auto rifle and is in excellent overall condition. This rifle features robust construction, smooth action, and excellent accuracy and is one of the RARER early Tula SKS’s making it a highly collectible piece.