Scoped Yugo M-48

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the cost of this (in USD) was:
M48 rifle (VG++) $400.00
Zrac scope w/ mount $305.00
gunsmithing $60.00
Total $765.00 US

M48 Yugos are quite plentiful here in Canada, at least right now. The ones that are coming in have, for the most part not been issued, or if they have, they are in at least 90-98% new condition and the barrels are pristine.
There are some that have been issued and suffer from lost bluing and wear associated with military service, but they are not the norm.
I believe the biggest hurtle right now is ammunition. The factory stuff is loaded light to avoid liability issues if a consumer uses it in a .318" barreled Mauser, so handloading is a much better option. I've cast some 175gr. gas checked bullets that shoot respectably and PRVI components are fairly easy to find. I think I'll switch from Russian primers to Federal or Winchester for the Mausers though. I've had some light primer strikes (in the cold weather).
Cheerz!

[IMG]20180215_113745[1] by PEI Rifleman, on Flickr[/IMG]