The Yugoslav M59 is the initial SKS variant produced by Zastava, before the grenade-launching M66 update. The M59 lacks the grenade sight and gas cutoff valve of the M59/66. Imported in smaller quantities than the M59/66. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Auto Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1959, Yugoslavia Weight: 116.8 oz Overall length: 40.16" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Collecting, Plinking