I keep a database of all of the correct 1949 rifles in the US. I think I got a pretty good deal on mine and I paid $2500. I came into this thread late, but at first I was feeling a bit ripped off. Sad to see someone doing this kind of stuff, but I have seen my own 1949 listed on Armslist several times. It is pretty easy to remember my 1949, as it's serial number is 1949.
Here is my current list of correct configuration 1949 Russian SKS rifles.
1) Oл1667 Light reurb all correct parts PCKE2000
2) HM1949 Light refurb all correct parts Prince50
3) юв837 Light refurb, force matched mag sold GB 5/2022 $5125
4) ГМ290 Light Refurb non matching but 1949 topcover. Bozmanite Offered on GB 7/22 for BIN $5000 did not sell.
Bummer you did not get a smokin hot deal, but a huge win that you did not get scammed.
Happy New Year!
Darin