CHINESE Type 56 AK CHU WOOD Furniture set – Norinco Polytech GSAD MAK90
Chinese Type 56 AK Chu Wood Furniture Set, Norinco/Polytech GSAD MAK90
So you’ve got a MAK90 stuck with that ugly factory thumbhole stock. This furniture set fixes that. A genuine Chinese Chu wood set, the same style used on the original Type 56. Built for Norinco and Polytech GSAD MAK90 rifles.
This is not generic Eastern European AK wood. Also, this is not a universal fit-anything stock. First, Chinese AK furniture is shaped specifically around the Type 56’s unique receiver dimensions. Next, Chu wood, also called Manchurian Catalpa, is the actual wood species Chinese factories used historically. Finally, swapping this onto your MAK90 brings it closer to its true, original Type 56 configuration.
Will this CHINESE Type 56 AK CHU WOOD Furniture set – Norinco Polytech GSAD MAK90 fit my MAK90?
It depends on your receiver type. So this set is built for straight-cut, stamped Chinese receivers. However, it will not properly fit milled receiver MAK90 variants with an angle/slant cut. Therefore, confirm your exact receiver type before ordering, since slant-cut and milled receivers use different dimensions than straight-cut stamped guns.
Why doesn’t standard AK wood furniture just fit a Chinese AK?
Receiver thickness. So Chinese AK receivers, including the MAK90, use 1.6mm thick steel. Also, most other stamped AK receivers, like Russian or Romanian variants, use thinner 1mm steel. Therefore, standard Eastern European wood furniture often requires filing or sanding to fit a Chinese receiver correctly, which is exactly why dedicated Chinese-spec furniture like this set matters.
What is Chu wood, exactly?
A specific, historically accurate wood species. So Chu wood refers to Catalpa Bungei, also called Manchurian Catalpa. Also, Chinese factories used this wood almost exclusively on Type 56 rifles, since it’s lightweight, straight-grained, and notably resistant to moisture. Therefore, using genuine Chu wood, rather than a generic substitute, matters for both authenticity and long-term durability.
Will I need to do any fitting work during installation?
Possibly, depending on your specific rifle. So minor sanding or fitting is sometimes necessary, especially if your Mac90 has been previously modified or altered from factory configuration. Also, this is common even among genuine Chinese-spec furniture, due to natural variation in wood and receiver tolerances. Therefore, basic hand tools and patience go a long way during installation.
Who is this furniture set best for?
This fits MAK90 owners who want to “re-fang” their rifle back toward its original Type 56 look. So if you’re tired of the factory thumbhole stock or a mismatched aftermarket replacement, this set delivers a more authentic result. Also good for collectors restoring a Norinco or Polytech rifle to historically accurate configuration.
Specs Table
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Norinco/Polytech MAK90 (straight-cut, stamped receivers); not for milled or slant-cut receivers |
| Caliber | 7.62x39mm (MAK90/Type 56 platform) |
| Wood Species | Chu Wood (Catalpa Bungei / Manchurian Catalpa) |
| Receiver Thickness Note | Chinese AK receivers measure approx. 1.6mm, thicker than standard 1mm stamped AKs |
| Fitting | Minor sanding or fitting may be required, especially on modified rifles |
| Best For | MAK90 restorations, Type 56 authenticity builds, collectors |
| Length | verify |
| Weight | verify |
| Price | $325 |
| Condition Notes | verify |
FAQ
Will this furniture fit a milled MAK90 receiver? No. This set is built for straight-cut, stamped receivers. Milled and slant-cut MAK90 variants require differently dimensioned furniture.
Why is Chinese AK wood furniture different from Romanian or Russian sets? Chinese receivers use thicker 1.6mm steel, compared to the standard 1mm on most other stamped AKs. This means standard Eastern European furniture often needs modification to fit.
What wood is used on genuine Type 56 furniture? Chu wood, also known as Catalpa Bungei or Manchurian Catalpa. It’s a lightweight, straight-grain wood resistant to moisture.
Do I need to modify my rifle to install this set? Possibly. Minor sanding or fitting work is sometimes needed, particularly if your MAK90 has been previously altered.
What does “re-fanging” a MAK90 mean? It refers to restoring a MAK90 closer to its original Type 56 configuration, often by replacing the factory thumbhole stock and other compliance-era parts.
Will this set work on a Type 56S rifle instead of a MAK90? Likely yes, on straight-cut stamped receivers, since the Type 56S and MAK90 share core dimensions. Always confirm your specific receiver style first.
Is this real Chinese-made furniture, or a reproduction? This set uses genuine Chu wood construction matching historical Chinese specifications, not a generic substitute material.
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