SKS Optics

[FireGS]

Didn't know if I should put it here or in Optics, but I have a dilemma.

I bought some Cosmoline the other day and found an SKS in it, and I really like the look of the Tapco FUSION T6 Synthetic Stock, and Want to get that for this. It comes with a top rail, but its way out in front. What kind of optic could I put on there with any sort of magnification?


(Note the real rail is something not added by the FUSION system)

If not there, the only other option is a receiver cover mount which will loose zero every time I clean it - correct? So is there any point in this path at all? If so, what would you all recommend? It's a cheap rifle, and I'm not looking to spend more than about $100 on the optics. Just want something that will work, and my life doesn't depend on it. Any insight (pun) you all can give would be greatly appreciated!

~FireGS

[weaselchew]

I can't really recommend any scout scopes, but if you are thinking of going with a receiver cover type setup, I've got 2 of different types I'm planning on selling. Let me know if you are interested and I can get you some pictures.

[FireGS]

I can't really recommend any scout scopes, but if you are thinking of going with a receiver cover type setup, I've got 2 of different types I'm planning on selling. Let me know if you are interested and I can get you some pictures.

Definitely couldn't hurt. Are they the kind with Set screws or without? And how do they hold up with keeping zero when removed? I've never had any style like that before, and I simply don't know.

[RocketFoot]

The T6 is pretty awesome, but make sure you read up on the 922r compliance rules. I think it is 5 pieces US made to make it legal...(the T6 counts for 3)

[nijwnfi]

The rail above the gas tube isn't the greatest either. Every time you remove gas tube to clean, you'll probably have to re-zero. Also some have a little slop in the gas tube. For fun and reliability, best bet is to leave it in the stock it came with. Drilling the receiver and installing a side mount is your best bet to hold zero with a scope. Been there, done that.

[The Drew]

As Rocketfoot said be careful of the 922r issues. Also IIRC there really aren't many good solid optics mounts for the SKS.

I understand the sight mount that replaces the rear sight is solid, however you sacrifice the irons for that.

Not real good options for the SKS, That's why I left mine stock.

The AK however does have a good side mount option...

[weaselchew]

Definitely couldn't hurt. Are they the kind with Set screws or without? And how do they hold up with keeping zero when removed? I've never had any style like that before, and I simply don't know.

PM'ed you with some pictures and info.

[dogngun]

Only sight changes I have made to any of my SKSs was to install a very thin, fine front sight post from Tapco on one of my Norincos. Gives you a very refined sight picture, cuts group size. The stock sight is a good battle sight - the thin one is more for picking out targets a little more slowly, works well ar greater ranges, too. Costs about $8 each, IIRC.

Otherwise, my SKS's are stock.
I think they were done right the first time.

mark

[bravo30]

i have a yugo w/ t6 stock and had a scope on it for about 1 day .. they're plastic and dont make for a tight scope mount and like the guy above said you loose zero every time you take the gas tube off and the tube itself isnt the tighest thing either .........

[bravo30]

ever though about a MOJO sight for your SKS ???? i dont have one just throwing this out there ...... i like how the T6 looks just cant efficiently scope it thats all