SKS cutting down the barrel? And compliance question

[Alex_V]

Got a used Yugo SKS on trade, but it's missing the grenade launcher/muzzle adapter. I was thinking to just cut off the portion where the threads are. Before I hack it, I wanted to see if there are any legal repercussions to staying a certain length.

Also, it came without a bayonett. Same question - are there any reasons not to put one back? I am not sure what year the SKS is (pre or post ban), and not exactly certain about what the ban was all about.

Last question is regarding larger capacity magazines. Can I just slap a 75 round drum and go to a range, or do I need to swap 10 parts to make it 922r compliant?

Any words of advice? obviously I have no desire to break any laws. Chances are it will just sit in the safe most of its life.

 

[cr107]

Rifle barrels must be over 16", shouldn't be any issues with putting the bayonet back on.

 

[Alex_V]

Thanks, and what about larger capacity magazines? I bough a 75 SKS drum a while back, mainly for looks, but do I need to worry about 922r compliance if I actually decide to use it at a range?

 

[cr107]

I don't think you should have a issue. Would be the same as people using the tapco mags.

 

[rockyfatcat]

http://gunwiki.net/Gunwiki/BuildSKSVerifyCompliance

interactive calculator

 

[Alex_V]

I don't think you should have a issue. Would be the same as people using the tapco mags.

But my understanding is that putting a Tapco mag places you into the 922r compliance territory.

 

[cr107]

Sorry man. I'm not too familiar with the 922r compliance for the SKS. AKFiles.com may have more info for you

 

[GAGunguy]

When you say "hack the threads off," are you planning on taking a hack saw to it? That will most likely ruin any accuracy. Take it to a qualified smith to cut the threads off if thats what you want to do.

I think you should just leave it alone.

 

[Alex_V]

When you say "hack the threads off," are you planning on taking a hack saw to it? That will most likely ruin any accuracy. Take it to a qualified smith to cut the threads off if thats what you want to do.

I think you should just leave it alone.

Well, I think that can be done with some basic tools and elbow grease. But if I get a reasonable quote from a local gunsmith, I don't mind paying a professional.

Technically, the SKS "might" fall under 922r...
...Realistically, I've never read where any private individual has ever been charged with 922r violation.

It's just me but I personally would not insert and fire a drum mag in a SKS while at an indoor range where they have a DVR camera system recording my every move, rather I would prefer to use one of the outdoor ranges where there's no camera's and everyone minds their own business

Makes sense.

 

[letusbuyyourcar]

If I had a Yugo SKS I would certainly hack that ugly launching device off unless it was just a museum quality rifle. There's a few YouTube videos on cutting one down. I like to use a pipe cutter so I get a straight cut.
There are also videos on how to take a Dremel to the bottom side of the bolt on the sides so that you can insert mags with the bolt closed. It's pretty easy and done in a few minutes.