A local store has a sale going, and I'm considering an SKS. They have some "unissued" Russian SKSs with blade bayonets that look nice. They also have the Chinese versions, and some Chinese 16" "Paratrooper" models. These don't appear quite as well-made, but I like the short length (I plan on using this as a general-purpose plinking rifle - one I wouldn't feel too badly about if it were stolen or damaged). All are "on sale" for about $270, and all appear unused. They have a Russian rifle without a bayonet, and with a green plastic stock for $250. I notice that the cleaning rods are missing from some, and loose in most of them. Handguards are also loose on some.
Of course, they also have Mini-30s on sale, starting at about $400.
I'm leaning toward getting one of the Paratroopers (even though they don't look as well-made as the Russians). But would a Mini-30 be worth the extra $130? Are these good prices for the SKSs? I might also go for a Russian with bayonet, just to have one. Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
Doug
Of course, they also have Mini-30s on sale, starting at about $400.
I'm leaning toward getting one of the Paratroopers (even though they don't look as well-made as the Russians). But would a Mini-30 be worth the extra $130? Are these good prices for the SKSs? I might also go for a Russian with bayonet, just to have one. Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
Doug