9/10/21 - This is an excellent example of a Russian SKS manufactured in the Tula factory in 1953. It is completely matching including the stock. The receiver is dated 1953 and has the Tula factory star logo. Import mark on the left side of the receiver. Comes with the original folding bayonet. It has retained most of its original finish with some minor scratchy wear on the top of the receiver. The stock is excellent with minor chipping in the wood finish here and there. The bore looks brand-new.