Norinco Type 54 Factory 66 7.62×25 Tokarev Pistol | 1956 Production, Matching Numbers, Import Trigger Safety
This 1956 Norinco Type 54 from Factory 66 offers an early, matching-number example of China’s military Tokarev clone. Built on a full-size carbon-steel frame with its original blue/black oxide finish, it retains the no-manual-safety military configuration while meeting import rules with an unobtrusive blade trigger safety. Scarcer than later production runs, this Cold War-era pistol combines collectible provenance with practical 7.62×25 performance.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol shows visible scratches, small blemishes, and areas of finish loss from carry and storage.
What’s Included
- Norinco Type 54 Factory 66 pistol
- 1 × 7-round steel Type 54 magazine
Factory 66 marked the slide with “66 1956” roll-stamping, confirming first-year Chinese production. Both slide and frame share matching serial numbers, a detail collectors prize for originality and correct assembly.
The pistol’s carbon-steel slide sports vertical rear serrations and crisp Chinese character markings. Ribbed black phenolic grips with star medallions and a lanyard loop complete the classic military look.
An import-added blade trigger safety rides in the two-piece pinned trigger shoe, satisfying import regulations without altering the frame. Otherwise, the gun follows original Soviet TT-33 design cues—short-recoil, single-action operation and an external spur hammer.
The 4.6-inch barrel and potent 7.62×25 mm chambering deliver flat trajectory and reliable penetration. Fixed iron sights—a staked front blade and drift-fit rear notch—provide a period-correct sight picture.
At 31.4 oz unloaded with a 7 + 1 capacity magazine, this full-size sidearm offers both historical appeal and range-ready functionality.