ONLINE AUCTION – PRICE SHOWN REFLECTS THE STARTING BID, NOT A FIXED SALE PRICE.

Tula Arsenal (Russia) SKS-45 rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm. Imported by Century Arms. Serial number OG 4523, representing the translated Cyrillic characters.

Matching serial numbers appear on the receiver, bolt carrier, receiver cover, magazine plate, trigger guard, and buttstock. Produced at Tula Arsenal in 1951.

Features a Soviet arsenal refurbishment stamp and arsenal force-matched serial stamp on the buttstock. Includes a folding bayonet and canvas sling strap.

This firearm is being offered through an online auction conducted by Cates Auction & Realty Co., Inc. The price shown reflects the starting bid and is not a fixed purchase price. See the full auction listing for current bidding, additional photos, auction terms, and applicable firearm transfer requirements.

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