Norinco Type 56 SKS Carbine 7.62x39, Factory /26\, Triangular Spike Bayonet, Matching Numbers
This later-production Type 56 SKS from China’s Jianshe Arsenal (Factory /26\) pairs a milled receiver with the original bright-steel triangular spike bayonet, making it a desirable Cold-War import for collectors. All major components share matching serial numbers, and the rifle retains its period-correct hardwood stock with the distinctive brown phenolic ribbed upper hand-guard. Chambered in 7.62x39 and import-marked by CJA Palm Bay FL, it offers a solid blend of historical significance and shootable practicality.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good - Shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light rust and pitting are present, along with scattered scratches and blemishes on the metal and wood surfaces.
What’s Included
- Norinco Type 56 SKS carbine with matching numbers
- Integral bright-steel triangular spike bayonet
Built in the 1960s, this Type 56 represents the classic SKS pattern after the switch to spike bayonets. The milled carbon-steel receiver and 20.5 inch barrel provide the heft and durability expected from early Chinese production.
The rifle operates via a short-stroke gas piston system, feeding from its original 10-round fixed magazine. A hooded post front sight and tangent rear leaf allow precise adjustments out to 1,000 meters.
The hardwood stock maintains its authentic military profile, while the brown phenolic upper hand-guard—often called the jungle stock—resists heat and moisture better than wood alone.
Import markings from CJA Palm Bay FL document its lawful entry into the United States, and the matching serial numbers across the receiver, trigger housing, and stock enhance its collectibility.