Jianshe Arsenal Type 56 SKS 7.62x39, 20.5 in Barrel, 1963, Blade Bayonet, Excellent Condition
This 1963 Jianshe Arsenal Type 56 stands out for its excellent overall condition, sharp bore, and correct military configuration. It carries the triangle /26\ factory mark, clear Chinese Type 56 characters, and a KFS ATL GA import stamp. Matching short serials are observed on the receiver cover and buttstock, and it comes complete with the installed folding flat, fullered blade bayonet, cleaning rod, and web sling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This example is in notably good shape for a 1960s Chinese military-surplus Type 56.
What's Included
- Sling: Web sling (installed)
- Bayonet: Folding blade bayonet (installed)
- Cleaning Rod: Under-barrel cleaning rod (installed)
Built at Jianshe Arsenal and marked with the triangle /26\ stamp, this Type 56 reflects 1963 production and correct factory markings. The receiver also shows Chinese characters reading 五六式, and the stock bears a triangular inspection cartouche. An import mark from KFS ATL GA is present.
It follows the classic full-size SKS configuration with a 20.5 inch barrel, non-threaded muzzle, and an integral bayonet lug at the front sight base. The fixed internal 10-round magazine, short-stroke gas piston system, and tilting-bolt action are correct to the pattern.
The milled steel receiver wears a blued finish, complemented by a bright in-the-white bolt and bolt carrier. Furniture consists of a hardwood stock and a wood upper handguard with three ventilation slots. Slinging is supported by a left-side rear sling swivel and a front under-barrel sling loop.
Sighting is via a hooded front post and a tangent rear sight graduated to 1000 m. The 12.5 inch length of pull offers a traditional SKS stock fit, and the bore condition is mirror-bright with sharp rifling.