Jianshe Arsenal Type 53 M44-Pattern Bolt-Action Carbine 7.62x54R (1954.2 Dated) with Integral Spike Bayonet
This Jianshe Arsenal Type 53 is a Chinese-made Mosin-Nagant M44-pattern carbine dated "1954.2" (February 1954). It features the correct M44-style configuration, including an integral side-folding spike bayonet, a 20.2-inch barrel, and a fixed internal 5-round magazine. Markings include the boxed "296" arsenal/factory mark, "五三式" (Type 53) model marking, and the 1954.2 production date stamp.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows typical wear for its age as a service rifle.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Integral side-folding spike bayonet (attached)
Built on the Mosin-Nagant platform, this Type 53 is a bolt-action carbine chambered in 7.62x54R with a 20.2-inch barrel and a fixed internal 5-round magazine. The configuration includes a turned-down bolt handle, two barrel bands, and a full-length wood stock with an upper wood handguard.
Markings are a key part of this example, with a boxed "296" arsenal/factory mark and the Chinese "五三式" model designation. The "1954.2" stamp identifies the production date, placing it firmly in the mid-1950s era of Chinese military production.
Iron sights consist of a protected post front sight and a tangent rear sight with slider. Metal components are finished in a blued/blackened appearance, including the steel receiver with a matching blued/blackened finish.
Serial number markings are present on the barrel shank/receiver rail/buttplate as 1299226, with the bolt marked 299226, matching the last six digits. Sling slots with metal escutcheons are present on the stock.