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Machodoc · Jan 22, 2014

Alphabrew said:
I guess I'm not that into SKSs. In my mind, $320 should include shipping and guaranteed matching numbers. The condition of some of them is pretty bad. I do wish I'd have snagged a couple more of the $200 ones from Royal Tiger though. The one I got is really nice, although the stock is badly cracked (as advertised).

As with everything else, the prices of these shot up during "the madness" of last year. They're coming back down from their zenith of last summer, but I doubt we'll ever see Fall of 2013 prices again.

I personally would just about as soon pay $320 for one that doesn't have a cracked or broken stock, vs. $200 for one that does, but I agree about thinking you ought to also be able to get matching numbers for that price. Once you've tacked on $20 for matching numbers, and about another $20 for shipping, it starts to be a pricey rifle ... but one that I think is still worth that kind of money. I just *really* like the Sino-Soviet SKSs, and when the Albanian caves are empty (and they may be getting close to that), the prices will keep going up.

Mulchman · Jan 22, 2014

Perfect idea. I was just thinking about starting a tread to do the same thing. Great minds.....

Hi-Torque · Jan 22, 2014

What have the Sino-Soviets been selling for a the gun shows and local stores? I had to take a few month breather to financially recover from the ban so I don't know local retail at the moment on this batch....

When you combine $320 + $20 for #'s matching and +$20 for shipping, you're at $360 on something sight unseen. Although I think it's still worth it, if it's approaching local retail price, i'd rather put my hands on it and support a local business. Either way, once the supply drys up, all prices will rise. It's definitely a buy price where it stands, but the great deals from a few months are are slipping away $20 at a time.

Dave91 · Jan 22, 2014

Alphabrew said:
I guess I'm not that into SKSs. In my mind, $320 should include shipping and guaranteed matching numbers. The condition of some of them is pretty bad. I do wish I'd have snagged a couple more of the $200 ones from Royal Tiger though. The one I got is really nice, although the stock is badly cracked (as advertised).

I do agree with you on this. For that price, you can get anything from a matching Tula SKS which we've seen, a nice early Sino-Soviet, or a non matching shooter like I got. Either way, you're not getting screwed because they will all be good shooters. I'm not an SKS guy either. I sold my 1958 type 56 so I could buy a nice Romanian for about the same price. That's the only SKS I plan on owning, unless the price is right on a nice Russian.

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!! 9x18 mak at Sportsman's Guide. Just got 1,000 rounds

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/...ign=SPG+Product+Catalog+-+SportsmansGuide.com

Blaster229 · Jan 22, 2014

Damn. Can't afford the 1,000 case right now.

toolness1 · Jan 22, 2014

Alphabrew said:
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!! 9x18 mak at Sportsman's Guide. Just got 1,000 rounds

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/...ign=SPG+Product+Catalog+-+SportsmansGuide.com

Just came here to post that! Finally I get to replenish my stock. I am glad I never pulled the trigger on the .26+ per round stuff!

I reload for it but that starline brass is expensive and most of my 9x18's throw the brass a mile.

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

I just ordered a second case. Can't beat that price.

Melnic · Jan 22, 2014

Alphabrew said:
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!! 9x18 mak at Sportsman's Guide. Just got 1,000 rounds

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/...ign=SPG+Product+Catalog+-+SportsmansGuide.com

That's what it was in the spring when I ordered my last bit of the Brown Bear.
It was gone in about 3 days at that price.
Don't forget that some indoor ranges won't let you shoot the bi-metal bullets.
20 cents a round is a real bargain! If you think you can't shoot all 1000, I'm sure you can off load them to recover your shipping costs.
There is also 9mm and 45 on that list too.

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

Melnic said:
That's what it was in the spring when I ordered my last bit of the Brown Bear.
It was gone in about 3 days at that price.
Don't forget that some indoor ranges won't let you shoot the bi-metal bullets.
20 cents a round is a real bargain! If you think you can't shoot all 1000, I'm sure you can off load them to recover your shipping costs.
There is also 9mm and 45 on that list too.

Shipping was free with the code (it's on their website, can't recall what it is).

elwojo · Jan 22, 2014

$9.74/50 including shipping! You guys are awesome! Just when I was running out of 9x18 ...

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

elwojo said:
$9.74/50 including shipping! You guys are awesome! Just when I was running out of 9x18 ...

This exact stuff was $16/50 at the last Frederick show a few weeks ago.

Melnic · Jan 22, 2014

I did not see a free shipping coupon, I have access to the coupon system they use:

Take $10 Off Your Order of $100, at Sportsmanguide.com. With Coupon Code SGSAVE0114.
1-Jan-2014 3:00 AM to 1-Feb-2015 2:59 AM

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

SH1033; free shipping over $49

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

Hi-Torque said:
What have the Sino-Soviets been selling for a the gun shows and local stores? I had to take a few month breather to financially recover from the ban so I don't know local retail at the moment on this batch....

When you combine $320 + $20 for #'s matching and +$20 for shipping, you're at $360 on something sight unseen. Although I think it's still worth it, if it's approaching local retail price, i'd rather put my hands on it and support a local business. Either way, once the supply drys up, all prices will rise. It's definitely a buy price where it stands, but the great deals from a few months are are slipping away $20 at a time.

I've seen them for sale at $450 (of course these are matching # ones in pretty good condition).

Seagrave1963 · Jan 22, 2014

This code (SH1676) worked yesterday for free shipping on an order if the other one has expired.

Dave91 · Jan 22, 2014

J&G has $149 shooter M44's and $199 laminated stock M44's.
http://www.jgsales.com/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=xqr

Alphabrew · Jan 22, 2014

Dave91 said:
J&G has $149 shooter M44's and $199 laminated stock M44's.
http://www.jgsales.com/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=xqr

"Shows rust and pitting"

I got two of the Black Friday M44s from J&G for $150 and was happy with them (paid $50 extra for one them to get a Tula). These might be "seconds"?

Dave91 · Jan 22, 2014

Alphabrew said:
"Shows rust and pitting"

I got two of the Black Friday M44s from J&G for $150 and was happy with them (paid $50 extra for one them to get a Tula). These might be "seconds"?

As is usually the case, I'm sure they're better than described.

UpperMarlboroMan · Jan 22, 2014

If anyone is interested, AIM Surplus has "US PROPERTY" marked Enfield No 4 Mk 1 rifles:
http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.a...erty+Enfield+No+4+Mk+1+Rifle+303cal&groupid=6

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