CIA RI1968A-X Chinese Type 53 5+1 7.62x54R 20.25" Archangel Stock - Blue/Black, 20.25" Barrel, 5+1 Rounds, Synthetic, Adjustable Stock

A license-built version of the post-war Soviet M1944 carbine. As many of the carbines imported to the USA are constructed of both local Chinese parts and surplus Soviet parts, there is much debate as to when this mixture occurred. Type 53s are found both with and without the permanently attached folding bayonet, though the former is far more common. The Chinese Type 53 carbine saw extensive service with the People's Liberation Army from 1953 until the late 1950s/early 1960s when the PLA went over to the Chinese Type 56 carbine and the Chinese Type 56 assault rifle. Many Type 53 carbines were given to the People's Militia in China (The People's Militia used the Type 53 until 1982 when they were replaced with modern weapons) and to North Vietnam (with many carbines ending up in the hands of the National Liberation Front in South Vietnam) and to the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia during the 1960s and 1970s.

Century International Arms has taken the Type 53 rifle, refinished the metal and mounted it in a brand new Archangel stock! These hybrids are the best of both worlds, an accurate tough-as-nails action and a sleek modern tactical stock! Fully adjustable for cheek height and length of pull and features a removable box magazine.