I applaud the photos in this thread. Every single base is covered. Bottom pinned stock ferrules are so naughty.
I would like to challenge anyone to actually use their natural script when electro penciling. Using a pointy vibrating tool on a rounded surface is akin to what legally constitutes a valid signature on a ballot. If this is some kind of abrasion meant to mislead, I am not moved. I also clap for the noticing of the differences of early pistons...something I certainly noticed, but assumed everybody knew already.
Off the top of my head, I fail to recall the gun you have already left to me in your SKS-Files will, but I don't forget a potential SKS down the pipe. Whatever that gun was, if you could revise your will to upgrade to this one...I don't think I would mind, and promise your memory would last as long as mine does.
Now I have to go look at a few SKSs built using Canadian parts...checking for my safety groove's polarity.
It is wonderful seeing a board member transaction where a pig poker becomes a collectible and we get another glimpse at one of these neato versions of our favorite gun.