Ok, I don't collect SKS's, but why is this thing so valuable?

Sold for $7,375.00 U.S. !!!!!

Feedback and comments anyone?

GunBroker - Russian SKS All Matching 7.62x39 (click here)

A very nice Russian SKS all matching rifle. It looks like this Russian SKS hasn't been fired since it's arsenal rebuild. Has a matte finish on all parts and one factory repair in the stock.

[Information added 04/10/2007 9:58:20 PM]
I have had numerous email trying to buy this rifle before the auction ends. It has hit my reserve an in all fairness I will not end the auction. I have been asked if the parts match.....yes....everyone of them: the bolt, the receiver, the stock, the trigger guard, the receiver cover, the magazine, the rear sight, and the gas tube has been electro penciled with the right number.

[Information added 04/10/2007 11:24:10 PM]
Do to all the emails, I have researched this rifle further. It is a very rare, all Original Russian 1949 Tula with a spike bayonet. It does not come with a sling or cleaning kit. From what I have read, this is the rarest Russian SKS rifle known! Hindsight is 20/20.......I should have kept this one for my collection!!!!!!!!! I will give early congratulations to the highest bidder...good luck!

[Information added 04/11/2007 8:17:54 AM]
I have been asked if the firing pin is spring loaded...yes it is. The internal parts such as the gas piston and bolt are numbered with part of the rifles serial #.

Auction started at $295 (No Rserve) - 48 bids and it SOLD at $7,375.00 U.S.
Regards,
Badger

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