I have a matching serial 1200050 with 00050 on the; ottom of the trigger and the top I believe it to be made in 1957 rifle is in excellent condition any info would be appreciated thanks
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Welcome to the boards WGW. As BB has stated in your other post, it's a 12th year carbine from '67. The "millions" dating theory found on many other sites is not accurate and causes lots of '57 misdiagnoses.
I also agree with BB's assessment of /416\ (and based on our database, /416\ did produce type 56s from year 11 onward), but would like to see the entire arsenal stamp before I gave the thumbs up on that aspect. Looks like a nice '80's import in a plastic stock. What's the story on it?
Thanks for the help I have read about the S/N confusion and BB post.
That is a Monte Carlo stock it a little heavy thinking of upgrading to something a little lighter. I have the original stock, I put a Norinco scope assembly on it. Will shoot you some pictures.
Thanks again
Now I'm more confused there is stamped SKI Pomona, CA on it. I have an after market Tri-pod and stock which is made by Combat Exchange. With a Norinco scope and mount Here's some pictures.
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(https://i.ibb.co/QPh1cM6/20220311-175911.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8rGSB9j)
(https://i.ibb.co/zSmZVhJ/20220311-175212.jpg) (https://ibb.co/gDrJZMV)
KSI....or K-Sports Imports Inc. is the company that imported it from China. Pomona California is where the importer was located at the time of import.
Is bayonet lug still intact?
Quote from: Boris Badinov on March 12, 2022, 03:10:19 PM
Is bayonet lug still intact?
+1
Also, do you have the original receiver cover?
Quote from: Boris Badinov on March 12, 2022, 03:10:19 PM
Is bayonet lug still intact?
I believe that's how the bipod is attached,
BB. There's nothing looping across the top of the barrel so it'd be tough to attach on the nub that's usually left after neutering. Of course, without seeing a good pic of the bayo lug, nothing is absolute in the SKS world! We sure know that, right?
firstchoice
Yes the bayonet lugs are still attached the bipod attaches to the bayonet lugs.
Don't have the bayonet thinking of getting one to complete the rifle I have the original stock
And have original receiver cover
If you've got the original stock and receiver cover, all is good anytime you wanted to return it to its as-issued condition. /416\ is an arsenal known for its quality, and the finish shown in your pics attests to that. Did you keep the original wood upper hand guard? They're rarely numbered but the matching finish goes a long way to maintaining value as a complete, matching as-issued Type 56.
If you're needing a bayonet, Ebay is a good source. Or just ask here and somebody may respond with an extra to sell you. They should be around $20.00 plus a little shipping. Actual cost may vary since I haven't bought one in a while. thumb1
Cleaning rods are easy to acquire, as well, if you don't still have yours.
Welcome to the 'Files, BTW!
firstchoice
I do have the both stock pieces and the cleaning kit that goes in the stock. I was in the antique business and understand the value of keeping things original as possible.
Bought it in the 80s also in the 80s a Mosin Nagent love them both like shooting the SKS better than my AR.
Will see if any bayonets for sale here.
Thanks for the info
Hey WGW, welcome to the boards. To reiterate the other's comments, nice set up. Especially since you still have all the OEM parts. I may have an extra bayonet I can let go of when you get to that point. Inventorying my stuff this week and can confirm later in the week. If you are interested.
I just ordered a bayonet from Ebay for $50 cheapest I could find out there.
Thanks for the offer appreciated it
$50?
I hope you didn't order a blade. That's a steep price even for eBay for a spike...which is what you need.
Yeah, Keng's has them for about $35 on GunBroker
Well I goof up and jumped the gun. Just seen the ones on Gunbroker for $35 + $6.75 s&h
Didn't get hurt to bad.
Did get a spike. Can't believe the prices in Gunbrokers and saw 2 beat up ones in the gun shop for $650