The Chinese Type 50 submachine gun is a PPSh-41 variant produced in Manchuria, notably at Factory 626 in Bai'an, known as 'Gun City'. Production surged during the Korean War, with a shift from noisy drum magazines to more practical 35-round box magazines. Key differences from the Soviet PPSh-41 include two-position flip aperture sights and a rubber recoil buffer.
This comprehensive review details the North Vietnamese K-50M, a modified variant of the Soviet PPSh-41 and Chinese Type 50 submachine gun. Expert Ian McCollum explains its origins, modifications aimed at compactness and similarity to the French MAT-49, and technical specifications. The video covers its unique features like the collapsing wire stock and AK-style front sight, and demonstrates a basic field stripping procedure, highlighting its rarity and deactivated status.
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