I finally got around to shooting this SKS again for the first time in 2-3 years. Great little shooter, no problem getting on target and grouping at 100 yards out. Been so long I forgot what it was like shooting an SKS.
I'm still on the fence about the 30 round fixed mag - it takes forever to load and makes for a more awkward handling rifle, but it feels like shooting an endless supply of x39 and was just as reliable as the factory 10 round mag. Might leave it and bring some stripper clips next time I shoot it.