Jianshe Arsenal Type 56 SKS (Norinco Export) 7.62x39, 20.5 in Barrel, Chinese /26\ Arsenal, Folding Spike Bayonet
This Type 56 SKS was made in China at Jianshe State Arsenal (/26\) in 1975 and carries Norinco export markings. It features the classic 20.5-inch barrel, an integral folding spike bayonet, and a fixed internal 10-round magazine designed for top-loading with stripper clips. The bolt carrier remains in the white against a blued steel receiver, and multiple major components show matching assembly numbers.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. It shows various cosmetic imperfections, scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Clayco manual
- 13 stripper clips
- Black web sling (installed)
Jianshe State Arsenal production is identified by the triangle /26\ code on the receiver, with Norinco export markings reading "NORINCO SKS 7.62x39. CHINA." This example dates to 1975 within the 1970s production era. It is made in China and shows multiple matching assembly numbers on major components, aligning with typical Type 56 export configuration.
The rifle uses a gas-operated, long-stroke piston system with a tilting-bolt lock. It is chambered in 7.62x39 and fitted with a 20.5-inch barrel. Sighting is handled by a hooded front post and a tangent rear sight leaf graduated to 1000 meters.
Furniture consists of a hardwood stock finished in orange-brown shellac with sling swivels, paired with a blued steel receiver and an in-the-white bolt carrier. Length of pull measures 12.5 inches.
Feeding is through a fixed internal 10-round magazine that is top-loaded via stripper clips. An integral folding spike bayonet completes the Type 56 pattern. The included black web sling and 13 stripper clips support the rifle's intended configuration and loading method.