Collector Alert - RARE 1957 Russian Tula SKS – Letter Series (N) Non-Refurbished. Gold Bayo and look at the wood grain

This Russian SKS is a highly desirable collector piece due to its rare condition and late production features. Unlike the vast majority of imported Russian SKS rifles, this example is as-issued and has not undergone factory refurbishment.

Key Collector Facts
* Model: SKS-45
* Manufacturer: Tula Arsenal (Star stamp visible).
* Year of Production: 1957 (Identified as a late-production Letter Series 'N' gun).
* Condition Status: Original As-Issued / Non-Refurbished. This critical detail signifies authentic Cold War-era service condition, untouched by post-service factory overhauls.
* Serial Numbers: All major components are matching (Receiver, Bolt Carrier, Stock, Trigger Guard, etc.) with the number BM 1605.
  * Serial visible in photos: BM 1605 N (Receiver side); BM 1605 (Dust Cover/Rear Sight Block); BM 1605 (Trigger Guard).
* Bore: Excellent, bright condition.
* Stock: Features a highly pronounced and attractive tiger-stripe/flame wood grain. The finish is original as-issued, currently highlighted with a thin coat of oil to showcase the figure.

Specific Condition Notes
* As expected with an original, non-refurbished rifle, there are minor signs of handling and age.
* There are small spots where the original shellac finish has worn off in various parts of the rifle.
* The wood handguard on the gas tube shows wear: approximately half of the shellac has lifted, and there is a small chip in the wood 1cm size.

Rarity Note
> Letter Series production in 1957 saw significantly reduced volumes compared to previous production years. Compounding this rarity, over 98% of all Russian SKS rifles underwent factory refurbishment. Having a Letter Series rifle in original, unrefurbished, all-matching condition is rare and highly sought after by SKS and Soviet military arms collectors. Especially this wood grain is the nicest I’ve ever seen.

Price: $980 obo
Shipping is $25

Prospective buyers are welcome to request high-resolution photos to fully assess the outstanding wood grain and specific condition details mentioned above.