Is a Yugo SKS any good?

Is a Yugo SKS any good?

Many argue that the Yugo SKS is worse quality because the barrel is not chrome lined. While I would agree that many are eroded away due to corrosive surplus ammunition, the lack of chrome lining will make the rifling more accurate. The major drawback of the Yugoslavian variation of SKS is the weight.

Is the SKS a good battle rifle?

In its intended role as a main battle rifle, the SKS is quite capable in the hands of a well-trained user. Overall the SKS is a fine rifle and, while there is not significant usage of it in hunting, the SKS excels in target shooting and home defense.

When did they stop making SKS?

The SKS rifle was produced at the Tula Arsenal from 1945 until 1958, when it was superseded by the AK-47.

Was the SKS used in Korean War?

Both were in service in World War II (prototypes of the SKS saw action against the Nazis) and both saw action in Korea and Vietnam. However, they’re very different. The SKS rifle introduced the 7.62x39mm cartridge to the world.

Is SKS obsolete?

Because of their technically obsolete status, you can purchase an SKS if you have a $30, three-year Curio and Relic (C&R) license from the ATF. And it’s only one of many “curios” available, including such classics as the 9-millimeter Browning High Power, Lugers and some Colt .

How to tell if a Yugo SKS is a M59 / 66?

The Easiest way to spot a M59/66 is through its rather unique features: Other features that are different about the Yugo SKS are its thicker receiver, and different triangle free floating firing pin. The Yugo in its intended format has a 10 round fixed box magazine and is fed by standard AK stripper clips.

What kind of weapon was the Yugoslavian SKS?

This Review is on specifically the Yugo SKS as it varies from other SKS variant carbines. The Yugo SKS is like any Yugoslavian-Soviet Weapon; Unique, in that they were almost all a particularly different compared to the mother countries variants of the same weapons.

Are there night sights on Yugo SKS rifles?

Unfortuneatly nearly every tritium lamp on the Yugo SKS rifles has gone out. Making the night sights no more than a cosmetic appearance. The Grenade launcher attachments are unusable as the US has never issued NATO rifle grenades and they are quite rare to find in the US.

What kind of recoil pad does the Yugo m 59 / 66 have?

The M.59/66 was fitted with a rubber recoil pad so the stock would not be damaged when placed on the ground for firing rifle grenades. Both the M.59 and M.59/66 rifles were fitted with folding bayonets with 11-inch double- edged blades.