r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Apr 02 '23

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/[deleted] Apr 04 '23

just got my licence and my friend selling me his Russian SKS with ati tactical stock and wood I trust this guy and he say’s everything good condition and is offering for 800$ is that a good price ?

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u/RydNightwish Apr 04 '23

Not really. Brand new SKS in an ati stock costs 770. Second hand I wouldnt pay more than 650-675 at mates rates. He might not be out to shaft you but its probable that what I call good conditon and what he does are 2 very different benchmarks.

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u/[deleted] Apr 06 '23

$800 is not a good price.

I would argue that sks rifles are better with orignal wood stocks and magazines from a functionality standpoint, but even with the addition of the tactical stock it shouldn't touch $800. Might be close to $800 for a brand new one

Also check the internals for rust. How do you know he cleaned it right away after taking it to the range with corrosive surplus ammo. Could be pitted to hell for all you know

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u/Neither-Process1275 Apr 06 '23

This guy might have put $800 into it but if it has been used at all that is a terrible price I’d pay $600 max.