What to expect from "fair condition"?

[hunter2003]

I'm thinking about buying an fair condition SKS from Century Arms.

Just how bad of shape would such a rifle be in?

I suppose the barrels are wore out and there is some surface rust?

Please let me know if anyone has one and their opinions.

[panzer1]

Originally posted by hunter2003
I'm thinking about buying an fair condition SKS from Century Arms.

Just how bad of shape would such a rifle be in?

I suppose the barrels are wore out and there is some surface rust?

Please let me know if anyone has one and their opinions. I can't tell you about the fair one's but if it was me I would payup some more cash for the better one's.I think that would be wise,IMO.

[Spitzerbullet]

If it's a Yugo without a chromed bore I would expect the bore to be rusted from corrosive ammo and maybe shot out. At least badly worn. The metal finish will probably be less than 50% with possible surface rust. It may require the replacement of the odd missing/broken small part or minor repairs to make it functional and safe. The stock will be banged up and dirty and may be cracked or missing pieces. For $90 plus shipping I don't think it's worth it for a Yugo SKS. There are better guns to be had for the money.

[Rick O'Shay]

A "fair" gun is often not serviceable. More of a parts gun. You might get lucky.

[1811guy2]

AIM surplus has Yugo SKS rifle in excellent to like new condition at a great price. The one I saw looked like it was brand new - probably was.