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Lot #1796
Lot #1798

Lot 1797: Chinese SKS Rifle 7.62x39 mm

Scarce East German SKS Semi-Automatic Rifle with Sling and 7th Army Vietnam War Capture Papers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2010

Lot 1797: Chinese SKS Rifle 7.62x39 mm

Scarce East German SKS Semi-Automatic Rifle with Sling and 7th Army Vietnam War Capture Papers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2010

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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Scarce East German SKS Semi-Automatic Rifle with Sling and 7th Army Vietnam War Capture Papers

Manufacturer: Chinese
Model: SKS
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.62x39 mm
Barrel: 20 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: laminated
Item Views: 11509
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 65
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Hooded post front and tangent rear sights, with "-SV-" in the rear elevator position, "9 in burst" on the left side of the receiver, and matching numbers on the receiver cover, magazine cover and bolt. Smooth pistol grip stock with a brown leather sling, matching number on the left side of the butt, and a smooth buttplate. Included with the rifle is a retention authorization slip, dated 21 JAN 65 made out to a Captain William Paris by 7th Army HQ, identifying this rifle by serial numbers. Chiefly responsible for the post-World War II occupation of West Germany, elements of the 7th Army did participate in the Vietnam War.

Rating Definition:

Very good as refinished, with 95% current blue, showing light pitting under the finish, scattered handling marks and mild edge wear. Stock is very good, with light dents and a few small chips. Mechanically very good.



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