[Pred]

I couldn't wait anymore. I called my wife(I know I know), and she said that would be one of my Christmas presents from her. So, for $225 I picked up my first SKS(cool thing is, my wife said her mom might be buying me a gun also). So, here she is.

 

[gunssb]

nice!
if it were me, I'd replace the scope mount cover with a "normal" receiver cover and use the iron sights (or get aftermarket sights). You'll be much happier instead of cussing at the scope when it doesnt hold zero.

 

[Pred]

Thats the next thing I'm going to track down. I want to find an original receiver cover and one of those TS200 rear sights.

 

[iflylow74]

Thats a pretty sweet looking rifle! What kind of gas tube cover is that?

 

[Pred]

Don't know for sure. At first I thought I would replace that also, but the more I look at it, the more I like it. Are there any websites that will help me decode what markings on it? It says Model SKSS 7.62x39MM CBA. VH G or BH VH

 

[Big Dog]

Here's a listing of the factory codes, mainly for the Norinco rifles.

http://www.carbinesforcollectors.com/chcode.htm

The main site has lots of great info on various military carbines, including the SKS.

http://www.carbinesforcollectors.com/

And here's the 'Motherlode' of SKS info sites:

http://www.simonov.net/

This should keep you busy thru the weekend!

 

[troy2000]

And a nice job on the pictures, by the way.

 

[ducktapehero]

Here's another link to check out. I'm a member there as well. http://sksboards.com/forum/index.php

 

[Pred]

Thanks for the links. I finally took the SKS to the range today. I must say, there was no recoil(to me seems lighter then my brother-in-laws AR). Due to about 45mph winds and some rain, all I really got to do was make some noise, still had a blast though. The next step for me is to replace the receiver cover and a TS200 rear sight.

 

[NRAJOE]

http://groups.msn.com/NorthAmericanGunrunners/nrajoesramblings.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=594

http://www.victorinc.com/SKS-FAQ.html