Good Day,

I will soon be in the market to get my first semi-auto rifle.

Are the Norinco Type 56's a good buy? I do want 7.62x39. I would like to get an AR in .223 at a later stage.

Would you recommend this rifle to a first time SLR buyer?

Can one fit a torch to this type?
Can one fit a suppressor to this firearm?

How readily are spares available? How expensive are magazines? How reliable is this rifle?


Any pointers?