While they may not be as "sexy" as a 30 round mag, the 10 round fixed mags are more reliable. Never had a problem with the 10 rounder and stripper clips. The 30 rounded just doesn't want to work. Now I will confess I have only tried the one 30-rounder. I have spoken to several guys at the range that all told me the same thing though.
Oh, and "Yes" everyone should own at least one SKS.
Oh, and "Yes" everyone should own at least one SKS.