1969 Jianshe Arsenal Type 56 SKS, 7.62x39, Factory 26, 20.5 in Barrel, Matching Numbers (Except Magazine), CAI Import
This Chinese Type 56 SKS was manufactured by Jianshe Arsenal (Factory 26) in 1969 and imported by Century International Arms. It bears the triangle "26" arsenal stamp and the Chinese "五六式" model marking, with matching assembly numbers on major components. The receiver is numbered 14075577 with the abbreviated assembly number 75577 repeated on the bolt carrier, bolt, receiver cover, and stock; the magazine floorplate bears a different 5-digit number and is non-matching. The rifle retains its classic SKS configuration with a bright bore, a 20.5 inch barrel, and a fixed 10-round internal magazine loaded by stripper clips.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Expect markings from previous handling and other signs of use. There are signs of rust throughout in multiple areas. The bore is bright and clean. Please refer to the photos for a close look at the surfaces and markings.
What's Included
- Jianshe Arsenal Type 56 semi-automatic rifle chambered in 7.62x39
Built on the proven SKS platform, this Type 56 uses a gas-operated, short-stroke piston system with a tilting bolt. It is configured with a 20.5 inch barrel and a fixed 10-round internal magazine loaded by stripper clips. The bolt and bolt carrier are left in the white, contrasting with the blued finish on the receiver cover and remaining metalwork.
The rifle features a full-length hardwood stock with a steel buttplate that includes a trapdoor, plus a bottom sling swivel. A ventilated wood handguard completes the classic Type 56 furniture. Most metal components wear a blued finish.
Sighting equipment consists of iron sights: a hooded post front and a tangent leaf rear sight with meter graduations. The length of pull measures 12.5 inches, maintaining the traditional SKS handling characteristics.
Markings include the triangle "26" arsenal stamp and the Chinese "五六式" designation. Import marking is "NORINCO SKS 7.62 CHINA CAI ST A VT," indicating Century International Arms importation from St. Albans, Vermont. Country of origin is China, with production in the 1960s era and a specific manufacture year of 1969.
Matching assembly numbers are observed on the receiver cover, bolt, bolt carrier, and buttstock; the magazine floorplate carries a different 5-digit number and is non-matching.