ZASTAVA ARMS M59/66

Overview

Excellent Condition Zastava M59/66 SKS Rifle. Very low round count.Up for sale is an excellent condition Zastava M59/66 SKS chambered in 7.62x39mm. This rifle has been exceptionally well maintained and retains a clean bore with strong rifling, a smooth-operating action, and an attractive stock. The metal finish is in excellent shape. Features:Manufacturer: Zastava Arms (Yugoslavia/Serbia)Model: M59/66 SKSCaliber: 7.62x39mmSemi-automaticFixed 10-round internal magazine (loaded with stripper clips or individually)Original folding bayonetHardwood stock in excellent conditionBright, clean bore with strong riflingReliable and ready for the range or collectionAbout the Zastava M59/66The Zastava M59/66 is the Yugoslavian variant of the Soviet-designed SKS carbine. Produced by Zastava Arms beginning in the 1960s, it was adopted by the Yugoslav People's Army and remained in military service for decades. Unlike many other SKS variants, the M59/66 features an integral gas shutoff valve that allows the rifle to launch rifle grenades when used with the appropriate military equipment.Although based on Sergei Simonov's original SKS design, the Yugoslavian M59/66 stands apart due to its robust construction and unique military features. It saw service throughout the Balkans during the conflicts of the 1990s and has become one of the most recognizable and collectible SKS variants imported into the United States. Collectors appreciate these rifles for their historical significance, quality craftsmanship, and distinctive appearance.Whether you're looking for a dependable range rifle, a military surplus collectible, or a piece of Cold War history, this Zastava M59/66 is an excellent example.