1769 VALMET M78 SEMI AUTO RIFLE.

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 500.00 USD
Estimated at 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Cal. 5.56mm. S# 157575. Bbl. 23 1/2". Flip up front sight w/ protective ears. Adjustable two-dot rear sight graduated to 500m. Additional top cover mounted scope mount w/ folding u-notch rear sight. High quality Finnish Valmet M78 RPK style rifle w/ folding bipod. The Finnish Valmet line are renowned for their quality , fit & finish. Right side of receiver has Odin International import marking. Parkerized finish. Black synthetic forend & pistol grip. Hardwood butt stock. Left side sling provisions w/ front sling swivel being slightly bent. MAGS: 1-10 rd. CONDITION: butt stock shows a large notable chipped area at heel, butt stock otherwise shows some light dings & handling marks. Pistol grip & forend show some scuffing, dirt staining & handling wear. Metal retains 70% parkerized finish w/ most loss due to light oxidation & fading on the front end. Receiver areas show scattered silvering & edge wear. Very good bore. PROVENANCE: Lifelong Collection of Terrance McCarty. (24-385/MJC). MODERN. $1,000-2,000.