Quote Originally Posted by Jaimecbr900
An SKS is simply an AK47 knock off. It works very well for what it is. It may not have all the bells and whistles of a true AK, but you won't really notice those things unless you are a gun afficionado and are looking for something in particular.

It uses the same detachable clips as the AK, same ammo as most AK's (7.62x39), ammo is fairly cheap, and it's pretty much easy to dissassemble and clean. Do NOT use corrosive ammo, even if it's given to you for free. Ammo at gun shows has to be scrutinized a little sometimes because of that.
i'm pretty sure the sks was made before the ak and it is known to be one of the most reliable guns of the world infact many people like the sks over the ak and others due to it's toughness. i wish i had one but i also like my ak