Cold War-Era Russian Izhevsk Arsenal SKS-45 Semi-Automatic Rifle 7.62x39mm (L2026-13391)

Serial No. RL005781,Manufactured circa 1950s at the Izhevsk Arsenal, chambered in 7.62x39mm, 20.5" round barrel. Bore is bright and shiny with strong, well-defined rifling noted. Serial numbers are matching throughout, and the rifle remains in overall excellent condition. The SKS-45 was one of the Soviet Union's early Cold War semi-automatic service rifles, designed by Sergei Simonov. Izhevsk-produced examples are considerably less common than their Tula counterparts, with production generally limited to 1953 and 1954. An attractive and desirable Soviet SKS-45 accompanied by its box, ammunition pouch, sling, and oiler. Action is smooth and functions correctly.