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Only pics I have on hand. I picked this Norinco up at a local shop for 3 and change I think. Been hunting around for small parts and its proving to be challenging but I got it all done. The bayonet srew/swivel was incorrect and was not threaded on one end so it simply would push out and the bayo would fall off and I had to hunt for the collet and spring lol. Missing cleaning rod and the bottom sling swivel was busted off. Screws were still there though. Oh, and a sling too. I couldn't find hardly more than one of the parts from any one single vendor so shipping killed me, dang $8 shipping for a $4 screw. A week or so ago I could find most of the parts at one vendor, but now things are drying up I guess, had to look around for a sling of all things?
I've shot the rifle, it shoots really well and groups better than my AK's. Just another one of those rifles I've always wanted and for whatever reason just never got one. I remember seeing these stacked like cord wood in the early 90's for $87 at just about any pawn or gun shop.
I've shot the rifle, it shoots really well and groups better than my AK's. Just another one of those rifles I've always wanted and for whatever reason just never got one. I remember seeing these stacked like cord wood in the early 90's for $87 at just about any pawn or gun shop.
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Star mags are highly sought after and often sell for 100+ just by themselves. Most of the time they are jam-o-matics but with some fiddling with the feedlips, they can be ok. They are after the fact but some folks prefer the original 10rd for reliability.
Good to know. I was going to buy a 10rd for it but everywhere I looked they were out of stock. I suppose anything can be found if you look hard enough though.
I havent run that many rounds through it but didn't have any problems with reliability. The follower/spring tension seemed to be really light but I didn't experience any malfunctions loading to full capacity, then later 10 and 5 shot strings.
I have an original 10 rd chinese fixed mag if you are looking for one. Those aren't cheap either, that is- if you can find one. I just sold my sks last month and found it among some other accessories. I only knew about the star mag because mine started to malfunction.
Opposite. Star mag started to double feed and before I found out about adjusting the feedlips, I went ahead and bought an original mag from gbroker. The star mag was fine after screwing with it and I just putaway the 10rd original. Didn't find it until just recently.
Artie
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I had a hard time finding an original 10rnd too. Found that in Canada, they are all over the place for cheap but pinned to 5rnds. If you get 1 that the follower has the limiter, you can drill it out easily and the hole doesn't affect function. Keep me, your favorite BMET, in mind when you want to give that 100rnd away
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Here is 1 site with a quick 5rnd sks mag google:
SKS Fixed Magazine - 7.62x39, 10/5-Round
SKS FIXED MAGAZINE 7.62x39 10-ROUND PINNED TO 5 ORIGINAL, FIXED, SKS MAGAZINE
www.firearmsoutletcanada.com
Yeah I found a place that had mags, but they were out of Canada and I couldn't change the shipping options to outside of Canada? Shame cause they had surplus ammo in stock for a screaming deal too.I had a hard time finding an original 10rnd too. Found that in Canada, they are all over the place for cheap but pinned to 5rnds. If you get 1 that the follower has the limiter, you can drill it out easily and the hole doesn't affect function. Keep me, your favorite BMET, in mind when you want to give that 100rnd away
Here is 1 site with a quick 5rnd sks mag google:
SKS Fixed Magazine - 7.62x39, 10/5-Round
SKS FIXED MAGAZINE 7.62x39 10-ROUND PINNED TO 5 ORIGINAL, FIXED, SKS MAGAZINE
Rocky Mosasaurus
NES Member
The gentleman from whom I bought my Chinese SKS warned me against using duckbill 20 or 30 round magazines. He said “don’t try to make it like an AK. It’s an SKS.” So I’ve been looking for stripper clips but midway has been out of the good ones for a little while. My only complaint with the Chinese SKS is the stock feels small when shouldering the rifle. Would opt for a Yugo if I had a hot tub time machine.
Rocky Mosasaurus
NES Member
Still makes for an unpleasant time at the range and a non-NPOA. I guess I’ll have to get used to bending over and taking it though.
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I put an extension butt pad on my Chinese. Works great and perfect length...
Leapers 1" still shows a lot of wood (unlike the Limbsaver slip ons)
This is screwed on and has no wobble. Can't think of anything negative to say about it...
John Masen makes a well reviewed pad also.
Leapers 1" still shows a lot of wood (unlike the Limbsaver slip ons)
This is screwed on and has no wobble. Can't think of anything negative to say about it...
John Masen makes a well reviewed pad also.
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Yup,
I bought mine in 1992 came with one of these on it and the wooden thumbhole stock was in the box. Ugly and ruins the look nut it us better for range fun , off hand , bench ect.
View: https://youtu.be/fedot4Bx3Eg
Rocky Mosasaurus
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I totally love the Choate Dragunov stock. I was going to buy one when I first bought my SKS but other purchases took priority. It’s definitely on my xmas list.
I'm familiar with 922r, just not this particular magazine and the interest they generate.
JRT
NES Member
Isn't 922r for the dealer to worry about? I've SBRed many "pistols" shipped into the US to avoid 922r and never considered the law.
a couple for sale here:
WTS: Chinese SKS 20rd Star Magazines
I have 2 20rd Star mags for sale. Both are in good condition with minor,but typical finish wear. Both have good,strong springs. Asking $125 shipped for each. Paypal F&F or add 3% for goods & services. First "I'll take it" followed by a PM gets priority.
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