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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Quote Originally Posted by Kayback View Post
    Way less than a 3" or a slug. My wife shoots my un comped AK easily off hand. Not as fast as, say, PDH with his tricked .223 but then not many of us are.

    The 7.62x39mm is a realatively low power round. It is an intermediate cartridge after all.

    Interesting about the Chinese ammo comment. I have had other people say is some of the better AK ammo around.
    Ah, thanks.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Just to clarify, it's not that AK recoil is hard,just that you will definitely notice the difference over an AR. Noticeably more so when rapid follow up shots are required. The bolt carrier feels like it comes to a stop against the rear trunion which in my experience then transmits a jolt through the stock to your shoulder such that the rear of the stock moves around on your shoulder. With a AR given both the lighter recoil and the ability to change spring and or buffer there is not the same jolt and the stock remains planted in your shoulder. As for the chinese ammo, for the most part we have very little else to compare it to to realise the difference. This was brought home to me recently when I was given some old Russian ammo to try. The accuracy was noticeably better.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    In summary:
    1. It recoils less than 12Ga
    2. It's more powerful than a .45
    3. It's more reliable than a Glock
    4. It's easier to hit with at 100 meters than a SIG P210
    5. It holds more ammo than a Hi-Cap 9mm
    6. It's cheap

    Stop procrastinating and buy the f___'n thing! It the ultimate gun FFS!

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Quote Originally Posted by M43 View Post
    In summary:
    1. It recoils less than 12Ga
    2. It's more powerful than a .45
    3. It's more reliable than a Glock
    4. It's easier to hit with at 100 meters than a SIG P210
    5. It holds more ammo than a Hi-Cap 9mm
    6. It's cheap

    Stop procrastinating and buy the f___'n thing! It the ultimate gun FFS!
    7. The Anti's hate it more than any other gun accept for a R5.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Quote Originally Posted by The Beast View Post
    7. The Anti's hate it more than any other gun accept for a R5.
    I don't understand this one. The AK is the symbol of freedom fighters everywhere and the anti's <3 freedom fighters.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Is it side tracking the discussion to ask for opinions on how the Type 56 compares to the VZ58, which seems to be the next cheapest semi-auto rifle/carbine locally available?

    If not, I'd be interested in some thoughts on that.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Quote Originally Posted by Anomander View Post
    Is it side tracking the discussion to ask for opinions on how the Type 56 compares to the VZ58, which seems to be the next cheapest semi-auto rifle/carbine locally available?

    If not, I'd be interested in some thoughts on that.
    I've got all the info I wanted, so I don't care if my precious little thread goes in a new direction.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    Zhukov.jpg

    I see we can order this from GIcombatsupplies, but will it fit the type 56? It was mentioned it will need some modification but is it the grinder and cutting torch type of modification of just a little filing?

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    See the pic is not working, I am refering to the magpul Zhukov-S stock and Zhukov hand guard.

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    Default Re: Thoughts on the Norinco Type 56

    The VZ58 is a smooth shooting gun. It is an option too, but has less chance for upgrading.

    I don't know how much modification the handguard will need besides permanently removing the sling loop/ hand guard retainer.

    Another thread specifically about the Type 56 and Zhukov stock shows a stock in place and it was fitted by a professional.

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