Yugoslavian M59/66 SKS

Background

The Yugoslav's made two types of Simonov based carbines, both of which are considered to be of exceptionally high quality. They started in 1959 with a rifle more or less identical to the Russian SKS-45, the M59. Seven years later, in 1966, they started producing the M59/66. The M59/66's most obvious feature is the compensator looking grenade launcher fitting on the barrel. Other differences include a gas cutoff valve on gas block, a folding front sight ladder, and night sights.

The Yugoslavian SKS M59/66 is a semi-auto carbine in 7.62x39 mm caliber. It features an integral 22mm NATO spec grenade launcher fitting, flip-up grenade and night sights, and a folding 11.5" blade bayonet. Made with milled and machined parts, and durable hardwood, the Yugoslavian SKS has quality and craftsmanship unmatched by the other European and Asian models.