#4 • Chinese SKS 7.62x39mm Rifle

Part of March 2025 Firepower Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $400.00

Status: Sold

Category: Firearms

Manufacturer: China Type: Rifle Model: SKS Caliber: 7.62x39mm Barrel Length: 20.5" Optics: N/A ATF Form 4473 Required: Yes  Log: 2542 S/N: 11311001 Ref #: N/A Notes: The Chinese SKS is a semi-automatic rifle chambered for 7.62x39mm, developed from the Soviet SKS-45 design. Originally introduced in the Soviet Union in 1945, the SKS was later produced under license in China as the Type 56. Built for durability and ease of maintenance, it features a tilting-bolt locking system and a short-stroke gas piston, providing smooth cycling and reliability in various conditions. Though eventually phased out by the AK-47 in frontline military service, the SKS remained in use by reserve and militia forces for decades. This example, serial number 11311001, was likely manufactured in the late 1960s to early 1970s based on serial number patterns commonly found on Chinese Type 56 SKS rifles. It features a 20.5-inch chrome-lined barrel with a 4-groove, right-hand twist rifling pattern. The rifle is fitted with its original folding spike bayonet, a design element commonly associated with military-issued SKS variants. The receiver, bolt, and other major components display all-matching serial numbers, indicating that the rifle has remained intact since its original assembly. The SKS operates with a 10-round fixed internal magazine, loaded via stripper clips. It has an approximate muzzle velocity of 2,350 feet per second with standard 7.62x39mm ammunition. The rifle measures about 40 inches in overall length and weighs approximately 8.5 pounds unloaded. The hardwood stock includes a military-style sling attachment point, and the rear sight is an adjustable tangent design graduated for distances up to 1,000 meters. Presented in moderate condition, this SKS shows signs of wear, including corrosion in the chamber, but remains fully functional. The bore exhibits wear consistent with use, and the action cycles properly. Please see the photographs for more details, or contact us at 907-570-7050 or email us at FFL@alaskapremierauctions.com / Admin@alaskapremierauctions.com to schedule an in-person preview of the firearm. ***All federal firearm background checks are conducted in-house, please allow pick-up times to reflect paperwork processing time (approx. 30-45 minutes).