August 15, 2014, 08:08 PM | #1 |
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My New Defensive Carbine
Hey guys, my new defensive carbine arrived at my LGS last week via Gun Broker. I have been wanting this gun for a long time now, and I must say, it was worth the wait! I now present to you, in all it's glory, my new Norinco Type 56 SKS rifle!
This gun is just awesome! I shot it once at the range last weekend, and it performed flawlessly through 120 rounds of Tula steel-cased 123 grain FMJ 7.62x39mm ammo. Accuracy at 50 yards standing produced groups of about 3", which is about tops for me. This gun has a very good trigger that breaks at I'd guess 6-7 lbs and with only minor creep, with a clean break. I have no doubts that the rifle is capable of much better than 6 MOA, I am not that experienced as a rifle shooter and I'd wager the gun could easily cut this number in half if shot from a bench with a better shooter than I. I also got some accesories for this gun: some BXN65 Czech made stripper clips (excellent), two Russian made ammo pouches, a sling, and a cleaning rod since the gun originally didn't have one. I also bought a case worth of ammo which I intend to use for training and to keep loaded on stripper clips in the pouches for possible defensive uses. So speaking of that, how would you rate my choice as a fighting carbine? I like the fact that it shoots 7.62x39mm ammo, which I hear is effective for personal defense (when over-penetration is not a primary concern) and is fairly inexpensive to train with and stock up on. I have practiced loading the rifle with the stripper clips and I must say, this thing can be reloaded FAST especially when drawing extra clips from the ammo pouch. This carbine only holds 10 rounds of ammo, but with semi-automatic fire and stripper clip feed I feel this will generally be enough for any defensive scenario I might find myself in. Do you feel this way too? The recent events in the world had made it clear to me that it was time for me to get a rifle I could use for self defense in the situations that warranted such a weapon. Do you guys think the SKS could be a good rifle for this role? I appreciate any feedback on this. Thanks! |
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Seems quite sensible, to me.
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August 15, 2014, 11:07 PM | #3 |
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Since you said that over penetration isn't a concern for you then I'd say you got yourself a good HD gun. I love my sks!
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Congrats!
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August 16, 2014, 01:45 AM | #5 |
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norinco. you got a good one.
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August 16, 2014, 06:54 AM | #6 |
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I have a twin to yours and no complaints.
While some snobs may say if you don't have a $5000 AR your under gunned. I think you are well armed and have made a wise choise. |
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Yes, they are good rifles, I have one that I bought in 1992, A 1967 Jianshe armory rifle that appeared to have low use on it. I would not feel under gunned at all if I had to use it.
I used to practice with mine quite a bit, with good stripper clips and a 200 round chest bandolier or ammo pouches, it is still an effective weapon IHMO.
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Great guns. Put a peep sight on mine and its now much easier for me to shoot it accurately.
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Hmm, I'm not sure how I double posted.
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Congratulations. They are a surprise to shoot. Great rifles and you are correct a lot of fun.
Good Shooting and stay safe. Jim
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UPDATE:
Just shot 100 more rounds through the gun at the range this afternoon. The gun, once again, performed FLAWLESSLY. I am really impressed with the trigger on this feller! Was shooting at a 25 yard range indoor target, sitting mostly with gun supported by arms with an ammo pouch to cushion elbow. Was managing about a 2" group this way. Again, I'm sure the rifle can do better, it's me that is holding it back! My stripper clips for the rifle are BXN marked, and they performed wonderfully. I am also pleased with my Russian army leather ammo pouches. They are really nice! Now all I need is 10 thousand quintillion metric tons of ammunition and my own gravity negator so they don't collectively ignite in fusion! |
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An excellent choice but.... You're gonna need more ammo.
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For a HD carbine I like something with a detachable mag, but thats me. Frankly if your not fighting in a large battle it shouldnt make a difference. Looks really nice. You got yourself a nice reliable firearm.
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August 17, 2014, 02:23 PM | #17 |
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Thanks guys! I have been finding that I can load this rifle with stripper clips faster than I can change a mag on most rifles. It is really easy, the bolt stays open last round, insert clip, strip, pull out clip and nudge charging handle. Can be completed much faster than reading this.
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I miss the days of the $89 dollar SKS.
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