Shooting NEW Chinese Norinco 84S AK Rifle

Published on February 13, 2017
Duration: 20:22

This review covers the rare Norinco 84S, a Chinese AK variant chambered in 5.56mm, imported briefly in the late 1980s. The rifle is noted for its high-quality build, smooth action comparable to an AK-74, and collectible status, especially with original accessories like 5.56 magazines. Testing revealed excellent function with original magazines but a specific malfunction with a Bulgarian Circle 10 magazine due to feed ramp differences.

Quick Summary

The Norinco 84S is a rare Chinese AK variant chambered in 5.56mm, imported briefly in the late 1980s. It features a smooth action comparable to an AK-74, a blued finish, and 800-meter sights. Original 5.56 magazines are highly collectible, and while the rifle functions flawlessly with them, compatibility issues can arise with other 5.56 AK magazines.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Unboxing Norinco 84S
  2. 01:17Norinco 84S Historical Context & Import Ban
  3. 01:35Technical Discussion: 5.56 Chinese AK
  4. 04:35Original Accessories & Rare 5.56 Magazines
  5. 07:12Field Strip & Lubrication
  6. 10:32Live Fire Testing: Norinco 84S Performance
  7. 11:34Magazine Compatibility Test: Bulgarian vs. Chinese
  8. 15:34Mag Dump & Final Thoughts on 84S
  9. 18:32TCI DEHP Hearing Protection Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Norinco 84S a rare and collectible firearm?

The Norinco 84S is rare because it's a Chinese AK variant chambered in 5.56mm, imported into the US only briefly in the late 1980s before import bans. Its collectible status is further enhanced by its quality build, smooth action, and the scarcity of original 5.56 magazines.

What are the key technical specifications of the Norinco 84S?

The Norinco 84S is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO (.223 Remington), features a 16.34-inch barrel, a blued finish, and adjustable 800-meter sights. It typically uses 30-round magazines, and original Chinese 5.56 magazines are particularly valuable.

What issues can arise when using non-original magazines with a Norinco 84S?

Testing showed that a Bulgarian Circle 10 5.56 magazine caused a 'bullet set back' malfunction. This is attributed to the Bulgarian magazine lacking a built-in feed ramp, unlike the original Chinese magazines, which can affect feeding reliability.

How does the Norinco 84S perform during live fire testing?

During live fire, the Norinco 84S functioned perfectly with its original 5.56 magazines, demonstrating a smooth action comparable to an AK-74. The rifle handled rapid fire well, including a mag dump, confirming its reliable operation.

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