Found a Chinese sks local that I’ve never seen , appears to be the same length as a para , no s/n on bolt or stock , kinda rough but cheap , no bayonet either and sling is also different from the ones I’ve seen ?
Any help would be appreciated thumb1
Papahound
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Wow, that's an early one. Haven't seen one with a 10rnd mag, is it OEM to the rifle? Anyway, here's a link to the SKSguide site for info on your carbine. https://chinesesks.weebly.com/polytech-hunter.html
Also, that is a new number for the database.
Nice find! thumb1 GG covered the info.
Here is a really late one posted on Reddit a little bit ago https://www.reddit.com/r/SKS/s/HhtJFuVUZm also had a 10rnd mag. Also not in the database
Cool git. Those have decent mods. I especially like the adjustable rear peep, congratulations on a scarce one. PAX
Polytech Hunters don't show up all that often. If you haven't gotten it already, and it's as cheap as you say, then it's a good buy even w/o the modified 5 rd magazine that it's supposed to have. That's a huge value ding IMO, but these things are so few and far between that even a bubba'd PT Hunter is worth owning for the right price. thumb1
Edit: Nevermind, I see your title says you already purchased it. chuckles1 I need to learn to read before posting! :) How much did it set you back?
Quote from: running-man on May 09, 2025, 12:56:27 PM
Polytech Hunters don't show up all that often. If you haven't gotten it already, and it's as cheap as you say, then it's a good buy even w/o the modified 5 rd magazine that it's supposed to have. That's a huge value ding IMO, but these things are so few and far between that even a bubba'd PT Hunter is worth owning for the right price. thumb1
Edit: Nevermind, I see your title says you already purchased it. chuckles1 I need to learn to read before posting! :) How much did it set you back?
I traded a Norinco with a French tickler and $100 cash , $500 total , 10 round magazine is definitely a replacement , just adding something different , shop owner said he had never seen one , it functioned as it should , I have seen them sale for more on the internet 👍
Papahound
Even though the stock 5 round mag is proprietary to the Hunter (rivets), you could get away with a scrubbed/blank (no "Made in China" stamp) fiver. It'd be deceitful but more accurater. PAX
Nice find, looks like you did well.
Quote from: echo1 on May 09, 2025, 04:14:18 PM
Even though the stock 5 round mag is proprietary to the Hunter (rivets), you could get away with a scrubbed/blank (no "Made in China" stamp) fiver. It'd be deceitful but more accurater. PAX
I was thinking the same thing PAX. Exact same thing! Would look sharp with one of these.
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I've got one on my "Canadian Deer Stalker" build. 18.5", Mojo rear site, neutered front globe, scrubbed 5 round mag all in Butler Creek furniture. Very clean, quick handling. PAX
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You could always cut down the 10 to get a 5 if you so desired
Quote from: theSKSguy45 on May 09, 2025, 09:33:36 PM
You could always cut down the 10 to get a 5 if you so desired
Save the 10, get a 5 if needed/desired. The Hunter was the inspiration for my build. PAX
I do have an original correct Polytech Hunter magazine in my collection I might be willing to sell to help complete this rifle. Shoot me a PM if you are interested.