Norinco Type 56 SKS 7.62x39 Semi-Auto Rifle, Made in China, 20.5 in Barrel, Aftermarket Folding Stock, 30+1
This Chinese-made Norinco Type 56 SKS is a 7.62x39 semi-auto configured with practical, modern upgrades. It features a 20.5 in barrel, an aftermarket polymer side-folding stock with pistol grip, a textured polymer handguard with ventilation slots, a short muzzle brake/compensator, and a detachable SKS-pattern magazine. Notable factory details include an in-the-white polished bolt carrier, a front sight base with integral bayonet lug, and a triangular cartouche on the receiver left.
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 has various cosmetic imperfections, scratches, blemishes, and finish loss. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- 1x 30-round detachable metal SKS-pattern "duckbill" magazine marked "U.S.A."
- Green web sling (installed)
- Aftermarket polymer side-folding stock with pistol grip (installed); "PATENT PEND" molded marking
- Short unmarked brake/compensator (installed)
- Under-barrel folding bayonet (installed)
Built by Norinco in China, this Type 56 SKS retains the model’s robust, long-stroke piston, tilting-bolt operating system and classic iron sights. It uses a 20.5 in barrel and sights consisting of a protected post front and a tangent ladder rear. A triangular cartouche is present on the receiver left ahead of the serial, and the bolt carrier is polished in the white.
This example is customized for practical handling with an aftermarket polymer side-folding stock featuring a skeletonized butt and pistol grip. The stock is marked "PATENT PEND" on the right side and provides a 14.5 in length of pull. A textured polymer handguard with ventilation slots completes the updated furniture.
Feeding is via a detachable SKS-pattern "duckbill" magazine; the included 30-round metal magazine is marked "U.S.A." The platform’s maximum stated capacity is 30+1. The charging handle is top-mounted and reciprocating, and the receiver is carbon steel.
A short, unmarked brake/compensator is installed at the muzzle, and the front sight base includes an integral bayonet lug. A green web sling is installed for carry. Overall, this Type 56 SKS offers the reliability of the original design with useful, aftermarket enhancements in a clean, straightforward package.