PRE 1965 * ALL MATCHING * NEW/LIKE NEW* BLADE BAYONET
The Chinese SKS is a gas-operated, semi-automatic firearm. And it became a military rifle in the 1950s. Also, it utilizes a tilting bolt action system. Integrated into each rifle are a 5-round magazine and folding bayonet. Because of its relatively low cost and readily available ammo, Type 56 became one of the most popular surplus rifles in Canada. In short, this rifle is great for plinking or hunting.
Also, the SKS has a conventional layout, with a wooden stock and rifle grip. It is a gas-operated rifle that has a spring-loaded bolt carrier and a gas piston rod that work to unlock and cycle the action via gas pressure exerting pressure against them. The SKS represents an intermediate step in the process towards the development of true assault rifles, being shorter and less powerful than the semi-automatic rifles that preceded it, such as the Soviet SVT-40, but being longer (10 cm or 4in) than AK-series rifles which replaced it. As a result, it has a slightly higher muzzle velocity than those arms that replaced it.
Key Features of This Chinese SKS Type 56 Surplus:
- Relatively low cost and readily available ammo.
Comes With:
- Cardboard Box














Philip Richard –
Opened the box and was instantly hit by that classic cosmoline smell. Once I scrubbed it clean, I found a beautiful, deep-grained chu-wood stock with matching serial numbers on the bolt and receiver. The blade bayonet locks up tight with zero rattle. Absolutely thrilled.
Ryker –
Mine arrived packed in grease, but underneath it all, the metal finish was easily at 85% coverage. The chrome-lined bore is bright with incredibly crisp rifling. Took it to the range and it cycled cheap steel-cased ammo flawlessly all day long.
Nash –
The wood on my Type 56 looks like it has seen some field use, but mechanically, this rifle is pristine. The gas piston is clean, the springs are tight, and the trigger pull is surprisingly crisp for an old military rifle. It functions flawlessly.
Cole Finn –
this SKS is an unbelievable value. It is rugged, entirely reliable, and shoots the incredibly affordable 7.62x39mm round. Feeding it with traditional 10-round stripper clips is fast and incredibly satisfying.
Milo –
Surplus grading can be a gamble, but this ‘Good’ condition rifle was a pleasant surprise. The stock has some honest battlefield dings and character, but there is zero pitting on the metal. It functions perfectly and holds a 3-inch group at 100 yards.
Bryce Kael –
I bought this online hoping for a decent shooter, but I ended up with a highly collectible piece. Receiver, bolt, magazine, and stock all share matching stamped serial numbers. The factory triangle mark is perfectly legible on the receiver.
Reid Chase –
This rifle is practically indestructible. It is heavy enough to soak up the mild recoil of the 7.62×39 round, compact enough to toss in a side-by-side or truck bed, and simple enough that nothing ever breaks on it. Best surplus purchase I’ve made.
Jett Lane –
The build quality on these early Chinese Type 56s is spectacular. The receiver is completely milled from a solid block of steel, giving it a balanced, heavy, high-quality feel that you just don’t get with cheap modern stamped rifles.