7.62x39. 20.5" barrel. SN: RL017098. Soviet rearsenaled black enamel over phosphate finish with laminated wood semi-pistol grip stock and forend, folding blade bayonet, chromed bore, and adjustable tangent rear notch with post and globe front sights. Short stroke piston driven tilting lock semi-automatic rifle fed by an internal magazine charged with stripper clips. Markings include the Tula {Arrow in Triangle} mark on dustcover with a faint Ukrainian {Box Slash} arsenal stamp indicating servicing at some point. Dustcover dated 1951 with importer marking to left receiver for KBI. Serial number matches on receiver, butt, dustcover, bolt, bolt carrier, magazine floorplate, triggerguard, gas tube, and gas piston. Item comes with matte finished folding blade bayonet in original factory unsharpened condition, cleaning rod, cleaning kit in butt, and canvas sling. {C&R}

Very Good as Arsenal Refinished. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish thinning at muzzle and on the edges of the front sight. Flaking lacquer and enamel on buttplate with brown flecking forming on butt, brown patina on cleaning kit, and some scattered scratches overall. Stock with some light handling wear and marks. Sling shows some spotted discolorations and tarnish on buckle.