Tula SKS-45 7.62x39 Semi-Auto Rifle, 1952 Tula Star, Laminated Stock, Matching Numbers, 20.5 in Barrel
This Russian-made Tula SKS-45 was manufactured in 1952 and carries the Tula star 1952г crest with C.A.I. Georgia, VT import marking. It features matching serial numbers on key components, a laminated hardwood stock with an arsenal shellac-type finish, and a 20.5-inch barrel. The rifle retains classic SKS configuration in 7.62x39 with a fixed 10-round internal magazine and iron sights.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for a complete view of the surfaces.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What's Included
- SKS blade bayonet (detached)
- Under-barrel cleaning rod (installed)
Manufactured at Tula in 1952, this SKS-45 bears the correct Tula star 1952г crest and an importer mark reading "C.A.I. GEORGIA VT – RUSSIA." These markings clearly identify its origin and import path, providing useful documentation for authenticity.
Matching serial numbers were observed on the receiver, magazine floorplate, trigger guard, bolt carrier, and stock. This level of parts consistency is a notable detail for an SKS of this era and configuration.
The rifle uses the traditional SKS operating system: a gas-operated, short-stroke piston with a tilting bolt. It retains the fixed internal 10-round magazine designed for stripper-clip loading and a 20.5-inch barrel. The bolt and carrier are left in the white, as commonly seen on Russian SKS rifles.
Furniture consists of a laminated hardwood stock and laminated upper handguard with longitudinal relief cuts, finished in a shellac-type arsenal coating. Metal components show a blued finish with a blued/painted receiver. Sighting equipment includes a hooded post front and a tangent rear sight graduated to 1000 meters, and the stock is outfitted with sling swivels and a steel buttplate. Length of pull measures 12.5 inches.