The Albanian SKS: A Few Different Details
This video delves into the Albanian SKS, highlighting its rarity among major SKS adopters. It details unique aesthetic differences compared to other variants, such as longer stocks and handguards, a hook-shaped bolt handle, a curved magazine body, a two-trapdoor buttstock, and a shorter spike bayonet. The video also touches on the rifle's historical context, originating from Enver Hoxha's alliance shift and a license from Mao for Type 56 SKS production. It notes the production dates and the existence of undated examples, suggesting potential early production runs.












