Yugoslavian Model 59/66 SKS Semi-Auto Military Rifle (Original)
SKU: YUGOSLAVIAN MODEL 59/66 SKS MILITARY RIFLE
Original/Reproduction: Original
Availability: In-Stock
Manufacturer: Zastava Arms
Date Manufactured: 1971
Model: 59/66
Serial Number: H-249182
Caliber: 7.62x39.
Magazine: 10 Round
Action Type: Semi Auto
Barrel Length: 20.5 inches
Bore Condition: 9.5/10
Bayonet: 11.5" fullered blade folding
Grenade launcher: Sight graduated to 270 meters
Condition: Very Good
Price: $900.00
Seller Type: Classification: C&R / FFL
Seller ID: JMW
Seller Code: 550
Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Description
RIFLE. Cal. 7.62x39. S# H-249182. All visible numbers match. Bbl. 24 1/4" including grenade launcher. Import marked on right side of barrel. Tangent rear sight graduated to 1,000 meters. Post front sight with protective hood. Flip up night sights. Grenade launcher sight graduated to 270 meters. Cleaning rod is present. 11.5" fullered blade folding bayonet. Hardwood stock set. Rubber buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Matching cardboard shipping box. CONDITION: stock set has light wear and staining with scattered handling marks. Metal retains 60% worn thinning blue. Good, shiny bore with lightly worn lands.
History:
The Yugoslavian Model 59/66 SKS is a highly regarded military rifle known for its robust design, reliability, and historical significance. This semi-automatic rifle has its roots in post-World War II firearms development and holds a special place in military history, particularly in Eastern Europe.
The Model 59/66 SKS was produced in Yugoslavia during the Cold War era, building on the original Soviet SKS-45 design. It was manufactured by Zastava Arms, one of Yugoslavia's premier arms manufacturers, with production beginning in the 1960s. Unlike the standard SKS-45, the Model 59/66 was equipped with a few key enhancements that made it uniquely suited for Yugoslavian military needs.
Features
- Caliber and Ammunition
- Chambered in 7.62×39mm, a widely used cartridge in Eastern Bloc countries.
- Accepts stripper clips for loading, holding 10 rounds in an internal magazine.
- Design Enhancements
- Grenade Launcher: One of the defining features of the Model 59/66 is its integrated grenade launcher, capable of launching 22mm NATO-standard rifle grenades.
- Gas Shut-Off Valve: A switchable valve allows the rifle to cycle semi-automatically for standard use or switch to single-shot mode for grenade launching.
- Night Sights: Some models include flip-up night sights, designed for use with grenades or during low-light conditions.
- Durable Construction
- The Model 59/66 features a robust milled steel receiver and a hardwood stock, ensuring durability in demanding environments.
- Barrel length: 20.5 inches, providing excellent accuracy.
- Bayonet
- Comes with a folding blade bayonet, adding versatility in close-combat scenarios.
