Threading SKS

[Deleted member 199717]

Hi, I am researching threading a norinco SKS barrel that was cut just before the bayonet lug. I am curious if it could simply be threaded using one of the readily available kits or whether the 'new' muzzle may be a different size than the original muzzle before it was cut? Any advice would be much appreciated.

 

[bainter1212]

If the barrel is tapered, it will be tapered for the entire length. If it's not tapered (and I don't believe SKS barrels are) then the diameter should be the same as was originally at the muzzle, making it entirely possible to use one of the kits found with a google search. Good luck.

 

[backbencher]

If it's a post-'89 import (probably) then you're subject to 922r on the Chinese SKS.

http://gunwiki.net/Gunwiki/BuildSKSVerifyCompliance

I believe threading the muzzle is 1 evil point on an imported rifle, according to our beloved BATFE.

 

[WardenWolf]

No, threading isn't "evil". For a long period of time they refused to allow any rifle to be imported that had a threaded barrel, because it "could" accept a flash hider. However, it's not on the 922(r) list, and now they've lightened up on that significantly. You're allowed to thread it and just install a brake.