Have had a long love affair with the SKS.Raised six children while going to college.Could not afford many of the HOT guns of the day but my SKS made me feel secure and very well protected.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. For many years it was truly the best option for the working man. Prices have gone up with time, but it’s still a workhorse.
@lexus9337
Жыл бұрын
@Triangle26 still you would be hard pressed to find anything better for 500$ Just ordered a type 56 from gotenda based on your reviews and i hope it's going to be good
@arbuild2013
Ай бұрын
@@lexus9337 you can get a lot better for $500 nowadays especially on the used market but I get your point. SKS’s are iconic workhorses.
@PaintballerReviews
8 ай бұрын
You have support from Canada 🇨🇦 The sks is our national unofficial rifle
@Triangle26
8 ай бұрын
Thanks friend! Nothing but love for my neighbors to the north - excellent taste in rifles.
@rangerup1804
2 жыл бұрын
I have a type 56 SKS I bought new in the 80's and it has never failed to function. It is my SHF rifle. Stripper clips work fine. Semi-auto is fine for combat as well as home defense. I love the heavy 30 caliber bullet it shoots. Very effective on target.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting 👊
@nicholaslittlefield4424
2 жыл бұрын
Mine too. It's all I got with lots of ammo besides the hand guns lol
@evivrusXerudne
Жыл бұрын
As someone who was always attracted to the Chinese SKS, this video brought a smile to my face. Your enthusiasm for the Chinese history of the SKS is infectious and I share it. Lovely video!
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
That’s great to hear. Thanks a ton for commenting.
@evivrusXerudne
Жыл бұрын
@Triangle 26 Discovered it because I just bought one of those "1990s" SKSs. Very excited to receive it. First SKS even though I own quite a few other firearms, I'm a bit late to the game. Hopefully it won't be my last SKS so long as they aren't banned in Canada before I can build my own collection. :)
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
@@evivrusXerudne Of course - best of luck with the legal situation. It’s stressful for me to watch, and I’m a few thousand miles south. Congratulations on getting one of that recent batch though. Creative marketing aside, those are absolute gems in my opinion. Some of the nicest SKS patterns ever made, Chinese or otherwise!
@anthonywithem2272
Жыл бұрын
I have a 1959 SKS norinco... All matching numbers and milled receiver, gas block, and sight.. She's a gem 💎
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@MaxWray111
10 ай бұрын
After being widowed for a couple of years, I decided to get back into guns and hunting in order to spend more time with my grown children. I picked up a beautiful sporterized Mauser in February to deer hunt with, but they insisted I needed a semiautomatic, preferably an AR pattern. Then in April I was at a gun show and happened upon a Chinese Type 56. Obviously an import from the early '90's, a /636\ 20M with neutered bayonet lugs and a Tapco handguard, but it was all matching and had very few handling marks and the price was reasonable at the time. The only gun I have ever enjoyed shooting more was the Mossberg .410 pump I got for Christmas when I was 17. And 25 years manufacturing experience tells me how well made and engineered it is. I absolutely love the simplicity of it. You are definitely one of the most knowledgeable people on KZitem regarding this wonderful weapon. I look forward to your next video.
@Triangle26
10 ай бұрын
Thanks, friend. Those older Mossberg .410's are indeed truly special guns. Simple and well-made is a hard combination to beat in the firearm world.
@bobcatethan8919
2 жыл бұрын
I love my Chinese SKS. It was the first gun I ever bought. I don't ever want to sell it.
@ziggyz2958
5 ай бұрын
One third kilogram empty? There's no way I would want to carry a bunch of magazines fitting that description if I were moving any distance at all. BTW that 1979 French Tickler version is a thing of absolute beauty!
@michaeloppenheimer2582
2 жыл бұрын
It's not a waste of your time to produce this video I absolutely loved it, it was a great video and one of the most thorough videos I've ever seen on the SKS history and that's why I love the SKS !!!
@clarkdavid5085
6 ай бұрын
Type 56 was improved version of SKS, used different metal for bolt to improve the malfunction, plated in the inner barrel instead of pure steel as SKS, shoots more accurate and less recoil, even moman and 12 years old children after few hours training could use this and hit target within 100yr. My grandma had one when she was 18 beginning her careers in factory and also became part time militia
@paulwolf8409
4 ай бұрын
Love my triangle sks. An early Chinese norinco paratrooper with some customization by myself. I really enjoy your knowledge and presentation. Keep up the great work!!
@kevindutton3676
Жыл бұрын
Such a good story teller. Your passion is compelling. I’ve owned several AKs and my first SKS, which is a Chinese Norinco is superior.
@gravelrhoads
2 жыл бұрын
The KZitem algorithm must be slipping because it recommended a gun channel to someone that is interested in guns. 😉 I want to buy my first 7.62x39 gun and the SKS has always looked better to me than an AK. Plus, I already own a Mosin-Nagant and I absolutely love that rifle! I also appreciate that you aren't yelling at me like some other gun channels like to do lately. You've earned a subscription from me.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
KZitem recommending gun content?? Someone will lose their job over this, for certain. In all seriousness, thank you, glad to have you on the channel. I highly recommend the SKS platform as an introduction to the 7.62x39. Simplicity, ruggedness, accuracy, and fun - all in a cost effective and historically fascinating package. Hard to beat.
@midwestfisherman2992
10 ай бұрын
SKS was the first real gun I shot, still my most favorite one because it is light weight, accurate, and easy to take care.
@MrRugercat45
Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! You really captured the pride of ownership that you have (and seems we all should) of owning a Chinese type 56. I kick myself for selling it. Mine was probably a late commercial version, but it worked well. Wow the points you brought up about why they are such good asymmetrical warfare rifles is amazing. Perfect. I’m a subscriber. Thank you.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate that feedback. Thanks so much for subscribing, more Chinese Type 56 content coming soon!
@marco529
Жыл бұрын
Anyone that thinks an SKS is garbage has never had one.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@ricklesonis1864
Жыл бұрын
Dude! You ARE the man… keep pumping out videos 🙏
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate that, thank you!
@tycho7006
Ай бұрын
I’ve had an M21 0296 SKS with the Bakelite upper handguard since 2016 and I absolutely adore it. The craftsmanship is immaculate, and it was completely full of cosmoline when he’d gotten it for me and all part serials match. My dad didn’t realize how rare they are until he’d bought me one as a gift for my 17th birthday for $500 or so. It was my first rifle.
@Triangle26
Ай бұрын
Awesome. I completely agree, the craftsmanship on those 0296 M21’s is about as good as it gets.
@MaxMinXX
9 ай бұрын
Good synthesis on the Chinese SKS - a perspective that's been shoved in my face by a group member (due to my criticism on a post). I've often chuckled at various Chinese firearms, including the SKS, but your insights on their SKS optimization hit the mark. Really cool.
@Triangle26
9 ай бұрын
I appreciate you giving it a watch! I'm right on board with criticizing Chinese manufacturing every chance I get (and often they make it pretty easy), but I've always been impressed with their SKS production. It's also important to remember that even from the start of Chinese production, they had a huge advantage over the Soviets. The Russians spent nearly a decade ironing the biggest kinks out of the design and manufacturing process. By the time the Chinese started, they were given a much more refined starting point, and optimization became a much simpler task.
@franciscodiaz951
2 жыл бұрын
Stumbled upon your video, loved it. Just subscribed!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@johnscreekmark
Жыл бұрын
Excellent analysis and case for the Chinese Type 56 SKS!!
@timsimmons9995
2 жыл бұрын
Love the SKS platform. Picked up many starting early 2000s with my C&R and at gun shows, through classifieds, etc. I just got another good condition type 56 for about $150. I love the rich history plus very serviceable defensive firearm! Plus if the corrupt government doesn't want us to own them, it means we must!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
That's a great deal! I've gotten a few good SKS deals in my time, but none recently unfortunately. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@Wizwiz2112
2 жыл бұрын
I picked up my first type 56 sks last year. It was one of those that sat in Albania for decades. Think the date is 1968. Once cleaned up it was a true diamond in the rough. Not only a cool piece of history but runs flawless. Haven’t brought it out in a while. Think I need to do some shooting tomorrow!!
@omardevonlittle3817
Жыл бұрын
what a great channel this is... you write really well. these are like college lectures.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton, that’s great to hear!
@landrecce
2 жыл бұрын
That was an extremely impressive presentation!!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that a lot. Thanks for watching and commenting 👊
@trevor_s65
8 ай бұрын
Love your enthusiasm bro. Just recently got a type 56 sks and people keep telling me they’re shit. Will show them this video. Thanks man.
@Triangle26
8 ай бұрын
Thanks man. People are silly - at the end of the day the rifles speak for themselves. Simple, accurate, and extremely reliable - every time. Hard for me to see a problem with that!
@duranbailiff5337
3 ай бұрын
Because of ignorance, laziness, or a combination, some of these rifles have been problematic. I recently picked up a very nice Yugo at a local gun shop. All matching serial numbers, and only $500. Yesterday I spent hours cleaning out the cosmoline. The firing pin was gummed up and the previous owner surely had issues with it. Lubed it lightly, cleaned the bore and took it to the range. I fired about 50 rounds through it with zero malfunctions. Accuracy was decent and the recoil was mild. The only limitations are the trigger has a lot of take up and my 61 year old eyes. 😂 I was getting used to the trigger function, but my vision hasn’t liked iron sights for decades- even when wearing glasses…😅
@nevawoke5148
2 жыл бұрын
You got some killer examples ! The SKS is my favourite ole school battle rifle, love how its built the mechanics behind it just an amazing little rifle all variants !
@shaneworden1325
10 ай бұрын
I know this is a old video. But its amazing! Your history knowledge is off the chain. I subbed. I have a Chinese that has Tapco stock and Tech View sights. The fit and finish of these parts is amazing together. I know it's not a factory one but I got it cheap when you couldn't find a sks to save your life. So I'll roll with it Bubbad up. And with Tapco now gone and there mags gone. It makes me feel it might have a little collector value from when people were on the sks polymer stock kick. Thanks again.
@Eyedubya1001
Жыл бұрын
I just got an SKS and I go straight to you for all of the details, keep up the good work Buddy
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton friend!
@YawnSnivel
8 ай бұрын
I just picked up a Norinco SKS. I am in the process of doing some research on it. I have found that there was a 20 round fixed magazine on some models, These had a chinese star on them. However I have never seen one. Are you familiar with this? BTW, happly subbed!
@Triangle26
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and subscribing! So the 20 round star magazines are a Chinese commercial product designed for the American market. It’s an awesome concept, however individual experiences vary in terms of how well they work. I’ve owned about three over the years, and never found a good one. That said I know people who swear by them, so it really just comes down to how well *yours* works. Either way, they are quite desirable to collectors and generally sell for $125-$150.
@YawnSnivel
8 ай бұрын
@Triangle26 Thank you for the response. That is definitely good to know, I'll be keeping my Norinco as it is. After a thorough cleaning of it last night I was unable to loosen up the firing pin. I am able to move it with my fingers, however not knowing how the previous owner treated it, I have a new firing pin on the way...Hopefully that fixes the problem.
@jgc111able
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I love my sks. After hearing the Chinese method of use for the sks, I am even more in love with the rifles. Thanks for the time, effort and research. I have watches hours of videos on the sks and you are the first person to provide new historic information.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate that feedback.
@richardcormier4561
Жыл бұрын
Good presentation I enjoyed the content very much and I also have a soft spot in my heart for the Norinco type 56 SKS.
@paulvincent3825
2 жыл бұрын
I’m a new subscriber and absolutely love your channel. I’ve owned many variants of this rifle and always had a soft spot for the Chinese version. Looking forward to future reviews.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. I really appreciate the positive feedback, and thank you for checking out my channel!
@Sleeperdude
Жыл бұрын
Great information thank you for sharing
@osiris654
11 ай бұрын
Great vid man, was locked in the whole time
@dougstirk6954
Жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your explanations and heart felt admiration for the sks, thank you for your time and knowledge.
@mphil3051
Жыл бұрын
Nice informative video. Big fan of Cicom AKM stuff and finally got a SKS-M which takes regular Chinese 30 rounders and impressed with how accurate this thing is. Came with a Chinese Chrome follower mag which is pretty cool and functions flawless.
@rb368370
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Great history lesson. I loved my 2 Chicom SKSs when living in California. Semi is needed for fire discipline. Hold em' and squeeze em'.
@brenttesterman3171
Жыл бұрын
Dude! Your videos are incredible, way above average information and entertaining. Thank you kindly.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thank you man, I sincerely appreciate that
@JW-fq1pp
21 күн бұрын
Norinco SKS is probably one of the most underrated surplus iron sight rifles out there. I would have to seriously think about giving mine up at any price.
@bigdogbrown8106
28 күн бұрын
I feel in love with the SKS when i was around 12 years old.Use to go to gun shows with my Dad where they would sell SKS's for 75 to 100.He bought several, one he put a synthetic stock on,scope,and deer hunted with it.
@fredwilley3886
11 ай бұрын
I agree with your presentation and I feel we could hang out and throw some led down range. Good job.
@Triangle26
11 ай бұрын
Thanks friend
@jeffnelson1672
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video - keep up the good work! I like your videos a lot. Your integrity is going to serve you well. And my Norinco Type 56 'mystery rifle' is an excellent weapon indeed.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, I’m glad to have you watching!
@Raven_of_Doom
2 жыл бұрын
you are well spoken beyond your years (unless you just look young). thanks for the knowledge (new to SKSs here). Great informational vids.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for watching, and for the kind words.
@m.mosesshams6322
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I always avoided purchasing the Chinese made until I recently saw a few mint models with that plastic gas pipe guard. I couldn't resist buying it and it took me an hour and a half to wash off the grease and clean it. The bore, the gas piston, the bolt assembly, and the stock look new/unused to me. You're holding that model at 12:18. So, are these made in 79 and 80? Or it could be even later? The guy at the store says mine was made in the mid to late 90s. Please clarify. Cheers
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. The distinctly textured composite handguard was an exclusive feature of rifles manufactured at State Arsenal 296 (Triangle 26) between 1978-80. Arguably one of the finest product runs of SKS pattern carbines ever made. That said, identifying a rifle simply based off of the hand guard is not a good idea, considering how easily that part can be swapped. Your rifle should have a serial number beginning with 23, 24, or 25 (which correspond to ‘78, ‘79, and ‘80 respectively). It should also have a reversed takedown lever tab, a corresponding relief cut in the top of the stock, and a short barrel lug with a distinctly melted profile. All of those features would constitute a positive identification. I have some pretty in depth videos on verifying the date of Chinese SKS. Let me know if you have any other questions.
@m.mosesshams6322
Жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 Thank you endlessly for your response! Mine starts with 23, followed by 6 other digits (053- - -). Amongst every other marking and your favorite triangle on the receiver, there is a tilted triangle with the number 4 inside it, on the left side of the stock right above the magazine. Thank you for all your education on youtube. You're doing a great job! Cheers M
@michaelstirling7026
2 жыл бұрын
That was great. I'm in the process of purchasing my first restoration project rifle (Chinese type 56). Thanks for the history and the confidence in the firearm I'm purchasing.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, and enjoy your project! You won’t be disappointed.
@tigeryfeng
Жыл бұрын
I am a new follower for your channel. I honestly enjoy your presentations. You are very truthful about everything SKS, I feel I have learned sooo much from you. I have a Chinese name, but I am not a Chinese communist person. I used to hate SKS to the bone until I met you. Do please keep up the great works. I cannot wait to watch ALL your programs.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thank you friend! I'm glad you are enjoying the presentations, and appreciating the SKS in a new light.
@bigwavvy9154
2 жыл бұрын
I was doubting my trade of my Glock 23 for a full matching serial Sks but the more I research it the more I’m glad I did
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, you made the right choice for certain 👍
@algoneby
Жыл бұрын
Good video as you might guess, I have a type 56 Chinese SKS. When I got it, it was determined to be Unshot. I really like it. Didn't seem like a big deal when I got it, but I really like it.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
That was my experience as well. I wasn’t expecting much the first time I took one to the range. A decade later - I still cant shut up about how great they are 🤷♂️
@fringeminority150
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic vid my man thanks, Im a canadian living in Alaska now but I do spend around 4 months a year in Canada still and one good thing left in canada is you can buy norinco and other chi-com goodies, Bought a type-81 recently, also a shipment of unissued old stock 1980's final run 26 branded sks's came in literally mint the same as you have with ribbed top hand guard for your pleasure so bought a couple since were on sale , if converting currency around $350usd. Great guns ran flawless .
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting! I will say, I have always been envious of that particular aspect of Canadian gun culture - that’s super cool. I heard about that shipment of “French ticklers”, that’s awesome, and a phenomenal value.
@fringeminority150
Жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 Your very welcome brother !
@NCrdwlf
Жыл бұрын
Save one yugo that was a damaged gun smith special, all of my SKS collection is Chinese, from several different arsenals . They all work with boring reliability. Even the ones that were built up from stray receivers with mismatched parts . My 11 million series /26\ are my nicest . Clean milling and accurate . I’m enjoying catching up on all your videos . Sad I didn’t find you sooner.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Glad you found me at all! I also have a soft spot for the mid '60's /26\ rifles. Absolute tanks.
@randomusername8801
Жыл бұрын
Loving your videos. My favorite and most shot gun is a really rough chinese /26\ form the most recent import batch. It can ring steel silhouettes all day at 300 yards, and it is equally as accurate as my Russian, Romanian, or Yugo SKS'. This video makes me want to go buy another (if only they were still cheap)
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting. That’s pretty much what I love about the Type 56 Carbine. Whether they are brand new or look like they were dragged behind a truck for 30 miles - they run great, they shoot straight, and very few owners wouldn’t be happy to have another!
@birdworldist
2 жыл бұрын
Love the plo sks… would love to own that! I’m about to buy a nice Chinese sks for probably too much $$ but oh well, I’m excited for it. Glad I found your channel!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
The PLO is definitely one of the gems of my collection. Honestly I think that even at today’s prices, Type 56’s are still a good deal. Surplus prices are always relative. Guys who payed $199 felt like they over payed, because their Dad payed $79. Guys who payed $450 feel like they overpaid because their older brother paid $275. And on it goes. But what do comparable weapon systems cost on the commercial market? It’s functionally pretty similar to the Ruger Mini-30, which for $1,000 includes a cast receiver, MIM internals, and a non-chromed bore. Does anybody make an auto loading .30 cal with a milled steel receiver and a chrome lined bore for less than $1700? I can’t think of any. From that perspective, Type 56’s don’t cost too much, they are just a slightly less awesome deal than they used to be. That’s my take anyway 🤷♂️
@zacharygirgenti3790
2 жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 I appreciate you putting the prices these days into perspective. It really resonated with me because I've been considering the Ruger Mini 30, or even saving up $2,000 for a Garand at my local pawn shop.
@nicolasargy7230
10 ай бұрын
Enjoyed your exceptional knowledge and passion for the rifle
@Triangle26
10 ай бұрын
Much obliged - thank you for watching and commenting!
@larrybodyfelt9380
Жыл бұрын
Love all this SKS stuff. Get it up and keep it up.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@mikesabota2570
8 ай бұрын
I have an old well used triangle 26 ..all numbers match..milled reciever and guard..and yes,the stock has character..and it fires like a charm!!👍👍
@gaidin58
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I appreciate your passion and especially your research.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it!
@hawtenslaton4307
Жыл бұрын
Hey Man thank you for a great presentation on the SKS. I remember the 90's when Der-Clinton was in power and was going to ban the importation of cheap Chinese SKSs! You did a great job of bringing us all up to speed on the history of this strange looking rifle. I remember seeing it in gun magazine articles of Vietnam vets bringing them home as war souvenirs. Got a new sub, look forward to more!
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much sir, glad to have you!
@hawtenslaton4307
Жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 You are welcome, great to be on board with you!
@Calvinjames44
Жыл бұрын
Was hoping to find more info about my naval arms cowboy companion rifle and came across your video. Have watched many sks videos today and although not as slickly produced, this one is by far the most informative and interesting
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton. I try to make up for my potato-grade production quality with substantive research and content 🤘
@WhattAreYouSaying
10 ай бұрын
Very nice and informative video! I have a question about a Chinese SKS. It's made at factory [0138] in 1972. There is no triangle on it, but it has "Type 56" stamped in Chinese letters. The factory code 0138 is in a rectangle, almost like this; "[0138]". Is this a military or commercial SKS? It has a spike bayonet and a sling swivel on the left side of the buttstock.
@Triangle26
9 ай бұрын
Based on your description, it is a military rifle. Commercial production was non-existent in 1972, so any Type 56 Carbine (marked as such), was made for the Chinese military. The absence of a triangle is not a problem, that shape doesn't mean anything on its own. It is present on many but certainly not all military rifles.
@WhattAreYouSaying
9 ай бұрын
@@Triangle26 Thank you very much! Glad to hear it's a military one, commercial guns are not my cup of tea. Just got this rifle, so I am new to Chinese SKS's.
@Triangle26
9 ай бұрын
@@WhattAreYouSaying Awesome. Enjoy your fine rifle!
@ericc.7000
9 ай бұрын
Bought my first SKS about 20 yrs ago. Then another, then another. Didnt realise l had "a problem" until l was hiding one in a great spot l thought of in the house....and there was already one there! Dailed back the buying when prices ran away, and other life demands took precedence. Been enhoying this channel for a quite a while now. It's making me think it's time to put them all in the same room and start researching serial numbers and such. Love these last wooden furniture war rifles, before full auto and magazines took over!
@marubahoppie
2 жыл бұрын
Chromed bore , you forgot to mention the chromed bore , most Soviet SKSs don't have a chromed bore , maybe some of the refurbished ones do , but I don't think they did from the factory, the Chicom ones are, this was a great advantage for jungle warfare, it also makes for easier cleaning when using corrosive ammo. And I've heard that chromed bores help with accuracy, something about the bore being tighter .
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting! So my understanding is that the USSR started chrome lining all SKS-45s in mid 1951, meaning that non-chrome lined examples, while not necessarily rare, are a fairly small minority of overall Soviet production. That said, I do believe that Chicom chrome lined bores are of outstanding quality, and I have personally experienced better accuracy out of my Chinese CL bores than out of my Soviet CL bores. I definitely could have expanded on that in the video, thanks again!
@VOYTE
2 жыл бұрын
awesome. for sure this is going to be one of my first guns. thanks for the story about this SKS rifle. Love it.
@BronsonJM
2 жыл бұрын
Totally changed my opinion on the Chinese vs russian sks. Well said!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thanks for watching!
@crankygunreviews
23 күн бұрын
wow great Russian there dude. I love the SKS. I have a beat up Chinese one from 1961, looking at getting a near "new" Norinco Chinese model.
@michaeloppenheimer2582
2 жыл бұрын
Notice that he said it was in 1959 that the Soviet production lines for the SKS ground to a halt in favor of producing AKs but the KS story does not end there and Yugoslavia they were still producing SKS until the mid 1980s. I think the last SKS were produced in about 1984 in Yugoslavia very good rifles !!!
@sirboomsalot4902
2 жыл бұрын
The Chinese were making SKSs into the early 2000s iirc
@briane.cabrera4272
2 жыл бұрын
just won one in auction today! watched this vid right after winning. now i truly feel like a winner! Can you tell me anything about a triangle with a 316 inside? and sn 1754xxx? am i able to put a regular russian bayonet on it? as it was removed?
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, congratulations on your fine acquisition! So your rifle is 17th year (1972) production. This year is significant as it was the first year since 1955 in which the Triangle 26 factory produced *zero* Type 56 Carbines, so other factories (like /316\) ramped up production to fill the void. Your rifle will not accept Russian bayonets without modification, as Russian bayonets are of the blade type, and your rifles stock will be cut for the spike type bayonet. The good news however is that Chinese spike type bayonets are still available and affordable on sites like eBay!
@briane.cabrera4272
2 жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 btw, just shot my Chinese SKS, 100rnds, no errors. such a great rifle. you did the video justice
@frankmango6594
10 ай бұрын
Informative and entertaining. Makes me want to take my SKS out to the range!
@Daniel-xq7ny
Жыл бұрын
Hi. Can you guide me with the triangle 946? I have a Chinese sks that's from arsenal 946 and cant find nothing about these. Thanks
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately that's not one I have any information on, sorry.
@ob1kenobi748
Жыл бұрын
great video, thank you for the great info on these rifles, im Canadian and hoping to get a final production type 56 that was unissued and still greasy, cant wait to enjoy a piece of history
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Awesome, good luck! You won’t be disappointed.
@louiss.w1944
Жыл бұрын
Legendary video. I’m convinced to respect the sks even more than I did before
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.
@royslade5693
3 ай бұрын
Garbage? I used to think so when I never knew any better. Then last year my son gave me a Sino Soviet letter SKS. And that's when I found out how wrong I was and how much I've been missing for all these years. Since then I bought one of the latest to come in, a 23 million french tickler. And a second is arriving tomorrow. So, better late than never to the world of the SKS. Thank you for all your work and sharing your knowledge👍
@marckcarbonelloifveteran410
2 жыл бұрын
The Chinese type 56 are solid weapons before 1972 when the pin barrels attached began appearing. Whoever said that the Chinese SKS model 56 are garbage, they are simply imbeciles. Do not confuse the Type 56 with the civilian Norinco built of the 1970s and 80, the quality is different differing on each rifles.
@garyh1449
2 жыл бұрын
I have one with all the type 56 markings and the triangle 26 stamp. It also is import marked as being a Norinco. According to the serial number it was made in 1979 and doesn't have a pinned barrel. Also most web sites on the SKS says that Norinco didn't actually make the firearms but instead was an import/export company. Go figure.
@marckcarbonelloifveteran410
2 жыл бұрын
@@garyh1449 Mine has matching numbers and has a triangle with a number 2
@gunlover6627
2 жыл бұрын
The best rifle of all time, I wish I had your collection.
@lintlicker4178
11 ай бұрын
Great video, great points, I like not having to have magazines for SHTF guns, I have a beautiful SKS a pump riot gun a tube fed 22 and a couple revolvers, yes I have strippers clips and speed loaders, but they aren't a have to have, and I have mag guns too, but less sh!t to have to keep and carry is nice
@vincepearce1
Күн бұрын
Thank You for the great information
@nicholaslittlefield4424
2 жыл бұрын
Those all your guns? Damn man. I got a.chicom myself. Gorgeous rifle owned by an old ex marine. Best looking one I've seen. I'm proud to own it and it is my shtf rifle. It has never let me down.
@jjacksn21
Жыл бұрын
In your opinion , could a fire damaged (completely burned) /26\ sks be restored? And/or make sense ? Thank you.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
It depends how hot the rifle really got. At *around* 1500 degrees fahrenheit, the heat treat of the steel will become compromised, and it will essentially never be safe to shoot. Best practice would be to find find a reputable gunsmith in your are who can perform a Rockwell hardness test on the rifle. You will be able to restore the rifle cosmetically either way, however if you want to shoot it, you really need to get a professional opinion on whether or not the metal heat treat has survived.
@michaeloppenheimer2582
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you do a review on the Yugoslavian SKS !!!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
It’s coming 👍
@javierpalomo8559
9 ай бұрын
Loved the video, picked up my Type 56 in the 90s for $125, still packed full of cosmoline...wouldn't part with it for anything!!
@douglasblaydes7801
Жыл бұрын
Very nice video! I have a non-military Chinese SKS that I bought in the early 90's and it is a joy to shoot.
@runwayray
Жыл бұрын
You did an excellent job relating the history of SKS👍
@johngi8366
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very educational video? I'd love to see a video on cosmoline. For example, I'm about to pick up an Arsenal 26 Type 56 that's smothered in cosmoline. It's going to be a safe queen/collection/non-firing gun. Should I leave the cosmoline on the metal and wood stock, or remove it? If removing it, what would protect the metal and wood?
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, and congrats in advance on your rifle! I’d love to make a video on this subject at some point, but to answer your question immediately, here are my thoughts on cosmoline. Sorry in advance, I’m not good at brevity. Cosmoline is an extremely heavy duty preservative grease, optimized for long term storage. Think of it like a tarp covering a car - it does a great job of protecting your car from the elements, but it also makes it a lot harder to enjoy what a cool car you own. If you intend to handle, display, or otherwise admire your rifle - I would advise you to remove the cosmoline. It will be easier to enjoy your rifle. In terms of protecting the rifle once the cosmoline is removed, you need to understand that your rifle only has one real threat - moisture. A dry rifle is a safe rifle. Exactly how big of a threat moisture poses depends largely on where you live. Someone who lives in a salty and humid environment like a coastline would be wise to regularly wipe down their weapons with CLP or a light grease. They should be especially mindful to wipe down firearms after handling, due to the salts which they may transfer to the weapon by means of sweat. They may even find it worthwhile to invest in a climate controlled safe, or at least be mindful of storing firearms in the driest part of their home. On the other hand, someone who lives in a dry desert environment generally won’t need to do anything at all. They can get their guns wet, they can handle them with sweaty hands, they can leave them sitting in their yard for a week - and there simply isn’t enough moisture in the air to cause problems. Obviously, there is a lot of “gray area” between those extreme examples. As a solid rule of thumb however, it never hurts to occasionally wipe down a weapon with an oiled or greased rag. It never hurts to check on a weapon every few days, weeks, or months as you build confidence in your storage method. The final thing I would advise you to remember, is that while diligent maintenance is commendable, these carbines are not fragile. They were designed for war, and have proved themselves in some of the most hostile environments on earth. Unless you do some off the wall stuff to them, they will survive the comfort of your home.
@factorybear5264
2 жыл бұрын
Id buy a few and keep them in cosmoline for another 30 years. Maybe even burry them
@dandahermitseals5582
3 ай бұрын
Very enlightening. I subbed. Dandahermit ( I have one too😅)
@TheLocknLoadChannel
2 жыл бұрын
Great Video! I really enjoyed this!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by!
@maverickpaladin4155
Жыл бұрын
I love the SKS rifles, be they of Russian, Chinese, Yugo, or other origin. That penultimate 1980 model you showed was really impressive. I had no idea such updated models existed. I will take issue with you on the commercial export models, though, specifically those with the pinned bayonet hinge in place of the original screw type. I had one years ago. During firing, the pin fell out and the bayonet chiseled out a piece of the stock, then hit me in the chest. I'll stick with the military variants.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
I’ll freely admit that I think the pinned bayonet is an inferior design, although it should be noted that it’s relatively uncommon, even most commercial models use traditional bayonet interfaces.
@maverickpaladin4155
Жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 is there a reference I can use to date my rifle? It's an arsenal 256 model. It does not have the 3 Chinese characters. Does that mean it's a commercial model? I'm learning a TON from hour channel.
@austinporter6701
Жыл бұрын
Hey triangle whats your thoughts on triangle 26 1978 chinese sks with the bakelite handguard? I think ive heard you mention it before but cant remember what video
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
I’m a big fan. The 1978-1980 /26\ guns represent the final production block from the most experienced SKS producer in history, and it shows. There is a strong argument to be made that the so-called “French Tickler” guns are one of the highest quality military SKS variants ever made. I’ve got a shirt on them here, and will have a full length video at some point in the future: “French Tickler” kzitem.infot2aNGn3xWHI?feature=share
@evanswinford7165
2 жыл бұрын
I really dig my 56. I get it out just to look at. I’m thinking about buffing the bolt carrier just for kicks. Great video 👍
@newedgegt305
2 жыл бұрын
Don't buff history away
@bigjay123
Жыл бұрын
I gotta SKS in early nineties paid a 140 bucks for it. It was Unissued. Never been fired.
@patbrown463
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your presentation Sir!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@marubahoppie
11 ай бұрын
You rocked it, good job.
@markus_r_realiest
9 ай бұрын
I just got a 1978. All matching serials and in excellent condition.
@HBFL321
11 ай бұрын
I just got a triangle 26 type 56. Serial number in the 3.22M range. From all my research that suggests it’s from 1958. Would you concur with that assumption?
@Triangle26
11 ай бұрын
Based on your description, I would concur. That said, there is a neat little trick we can do to confirm: 1958 was one of the only years in which Factory 296 (Triangle 26) marked rifles with a 7-digit serial number but *without* a three-character Chinese language model designation (五六式). Beginning in 1961, this marking would be present on all rifles and can be found right between the arsenal mark and serial number. If these characters are not present on your rifle, you can be certain that it is a '58. If so, congrats on an excellent rifle!
@cartermorey8647
2 жыл бұрын
best sks info out there brother!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🙏 Should have some great SKS heat and accuracy tests coming in the next month or two!
@michaelseeley9879
2 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel while I’m researching getting a Type 56. Great stuff, thanks! Have you gotten most of your from retailers like Buds or J&G and if so, any recommendations on a particular company? I’m leaning towards J&G.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, glad it’s been interesting! Most of my examples were acquired through local trades, or specific examples I had to hunt through GunBroker. I did get a couple of the current “Sino-Banian” import, but that was from the first batch that came through Classic, so I can’t comment on Buds or J&G (that said I’ve done other business with both of them, and had good experiences in both cases). I wouldn’t sweat it either way. If one has a better price, I’d go with that one. It’s always a little bit of a gamble, but the odds are highly in your favor that you will get a rock solid, historically fascinating rifle for a very good price, regardless of who you go through.
@michaelseeley9879
2 жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 thanks for the reply! I’ve subscribed and can’t wait to watch the rest of your stuff :)
@michaelseeley9879
2 жыл бұрын
@@Triangle26 I actually pounced on a 1956 production Type 56 I saw on a forum (No Triangle 26 or Chinese characters, long lug, blade bayonet, good stuff), and it was less than the J&G ones, so I'm pretty excited. Thanks again - super helpful content!
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelseeley9879 Outstanding find. My first year production is probably my favorite in the collection. Glad to be of some help!
@mechfly8960
Жыл бұрын
I just bought a Chinese sks and been looking for info on it,it's full of grease and can't handle it,so can't wait to learn how to fire it,it does look like it's been used a lot,really like your video.
@Triangle26
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, good luck with your new rifle. I bet you love it.
@OasisTypeZaku
10 ай бұрын
I want to say the Chinese SKS is what I started on when I was a kid. I think they're fine rifles that do the very same job just as well as the others. I was 12 at the time. Guns went bang and you shot stuff with them. That's what I knew about them beforehand.
@kde439
2 жыл бұрын
Solid information! Good video. Thanks for posting.
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@ErickGarcia-fw6jl
2 жыл бұрын
I bought three of them one for myself and one for each of my brothers ,it feels awesome in my hands.
@HalfmoonForge
2 жыл бұрын
It makes me happy I found a Chinese SKS that is in the very low 90k serial number range that means it was a very early gun. I'll never get rid of it. I love this thing
@Triangle26
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. My early Chinese example is also one of my favorite pieces, I can’t imagine letting it go. They are gems!
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