Russian SKS

[sigman]

Just purchased a Russian Paratrooper Excellent cond. Date on receiver appears to be 1949 with star above. Has bayonet all matching #s.
Any help on value would be appreciated.
thanks

[BarryPa]

Sig-
I have a Soviet SKS similar to yours--1951, Tula arsenal, blade bayo. It's in great shape with beautiful furniture. In West. Penna. you could probably get $350-$400 for it. There's still some out there, but they are starting to dry up. I wouldn't sell it!
Just my $.02.