Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic short-stroke gas piston rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Norinco Type 56 SKS.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Norinco / China North Industries Corporation (State Factory 26 / Jianshe Machinery, China)
Model: Type 56 SKS
Serial: 10412501
Date of Manufacture: 1966 (Factory 26 / 10 Million Serial Range)
Caliber: 7.62x39mm
Finish: Matte Camouflage Painted Finish over Blued Ordnance Steel
Barrel Length: 16.5" Paratrooper Profile Steel Barrel w/ Threaded Bayonet Lug
Optics/Sights: Hooded Post Front Sight w/ Sliding Tangent Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Camouflage Synthetic Monte Carlo Stock w/ Textured Grip Panels & Matching Upper Handguard
Action: Semi-Automatic Short-Stroke Gas Piston w/ Tilting Bolt, Trigger-Guard Safety Lever, and Detachable Archangel Duckbill Magazine Conversion
Markings: Left receiver stamped w/ Factory 26 triangle logo [26], Chinese characters (Type 56), and serial "10412501"; left receiver wall roll-marked "NORINCO SKS 7.62X39 CHINA".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Adopted in 1956, the Chinese Type 56 carbine was built on technical machinery and tooling provided directly by the Soviet Union to State Factory 26 (Jianshe Machinery) in Chongqing. Operating on Sergei Simonov's proven short-stroke gas piston system w/ a tilting bolt lockup, the Type 56 became the primary infantry longarm of the People's Liberation Army and was widely exported globally by Norinco (China North Industries Corporation). Renowned for its robust military dependability, chrome-lined barrel construction, and legendary reliability with 7.62x39mm ammunition, the Chinese SKS holds a prominent place in cold-war arms history. During the surplus boom of the 1980s and 1990s, commercial importers brought substantial quantities to North America, where the platform's modular nature inspired a massive aftermarket culture focused on tactical modernization, stock conversions, and high-capacity magazine adaptations. This specific example is an authentic Factory 26 military production Chinese Type 56 SKS, bearing serial number 10412501—placing its production in 1966. Modernized into a lightweight tactical carbine configuration, it features a 16.5-inch barrel w/ standard iron sights, fitted into a modern synthetic Monte Carlo stock featuring a custom tiger-stripe camouflage painted finish. The rifle has been upgraded to accept detachable high-capacity Archangel duckbill magazines (includes one additional matching magazine and a quad-rail handguard section). The receiver and barrel retain crisp military roll-marks, including the clear Factory 26 triangle stamp and Chinese Type 56 ideograms. Mechanically, the bolt and short-stroke gas assembly cycle smoothly, and the chrome-lined 16.5-inch bore remains bright w/ strong rifling. Offered complete w/ its tactical accessories, this customized Paratrooper-style Norinco SKS presents a versatile, range-ready tactical shooter built on classic military forged steel.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Type 56 SKS
Serial: 10412501
Date of Manufacture: 1966 (Factory 26 / 10 Million Serial Range)
Caliber: 7.62x39mm
Finish: Matte Camouflage Painted Finish over Blued Ordnance Steel
Barrel Length: 16.5" Paratrooper Profile Steel Barrel w/ Threaded Bayonet Lug
Optics/Sights: Hooded Post Front Sight w/ Sliding Tangent Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Camouflage Synthetic Monte Carlo Stock w/ Textured Grip Panels & Matching Upper Handguard
Action: Semi-Automatic Short-Stroke Gas Piston w/ Tilting Bolt, Trigger-Guard Safety Lever, and Detachable Archangel Duckbill Magazine Conversion
Markings: Left receiver stamped w/ Factory 26 triangle logo [26], Chinese characters (Type 56), and serial "10412501"; left receiver wall roll-marked "NORINCO SKS 7.62X39 CHINA".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Adopted in 1956, the Chinese Type 56 carbine was built on technical machinery and tooling provided directly by the Soviet Union to State Factory 26 (Jianshe Machinery) in Chongqing. Operating on Sergei Simonov's proven short-stroke gas piston system w/ a tilting bolt lockup, the Type 56 became the primary infantry longarm of the People's Liberation Army and was widely exported globally by Norinco (China North Industries Corporation). Renowned for its robust military dependability, chrome-lined barrel construction, and legendary reliability with 7.62x39mm ammunition, the Chinese SKS holds a prominent place in cold-war arms history. During the surplus boom of the 1980s and 1990s, commercial importers brought substantial quantities to North America, where the platform's modular nature inspired a massive aftermarket culture focused on tactical modernization, stock conversions, and high-capacity magazine adaptations. This specific example is an authentic Factory 26 military production Chinese Type 56 SKS, bearing serial number 10412501—placing its production in 1966. Modernized into a lightweight tactical carbine configuration, it features a 16.5-inch barrel w/ standard iron sights, fitted into a modern synthetic Monte Carlo stock featuring a custom tiger-stripe camouflage painted finish. The rifle has been upgraded to accept detachable high-capacity Archangel duckbill magazines (includes one additional matching magazine and a quad-rail handguard section). The receiver and barrel retain crisp military roll-marks, including the clear Factory 26 triangle stamp and Chinese Type 56 ideograms. Mechanically, the bolt and short-stroke gas assembly cycle smoothly, and the chrome-lined 16.5-inch bore remains bright w/ strong rifling. Offered complete w/ its tactical accessories, this customized Paratrooper-style Norinco SKS presents a versatile, range-ready tactical shooter built on classic military forged steel.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1202229837 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-20 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
250 |
