PreBan Chinese PolyTech M-14S .308 7.62×51 25” Semi-Auto Rifle M14 M305
SOLD FOR: $1,035
WOA#: WY230604BW009
Make: PolyTech
Model: M-14S (Sporter)
Serial Number: 20173
Year of Manufacture: 1989-1994
Caliber: .308 / 7.62×51
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “M-14S .308 / IDE USA SFLD MICH. / POLYTECH CHINA”. “20173”, “MADE IN / CHINA”. The scope mount is marked “M14/M1A SCOPE MOUNT”. The scope is marked “CENTER POINT”. The buttpad is marked “MARLIN”, “WHITE LINE”, “PAD MADE IN USA BY PACHMAYR”.
Barrel Length: 22”. 25” with muzzle device.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with protective wings and the rear sight is an adjustable aperture sight. The left side of the receiver is mounted with scope mount. The picatinny is mounted with a Center Point 4-16×42 Rifle Scope. The sight picture is clear.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are wood with a composite top handguard. The stock has a semi-pistol grip, rubber buttpad, straight comb, capped forend, and two sling rings. Flash suppressors were banned from import in 1989 so this rifle has a filled flash suppressor and cut bayonet lug. The LOP measures 12.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. There are compressions as well as some light scratches throughout the stock. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 30rd .308 M14 magazine in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no wear. There are a couple faint and scarce scratches on the receiver.. The gas block shows some faint pitting. The screw heads are sharp and pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a total of one magazine, its attached green canvas sling, and its attached CenterPoint Riflescope.
Our Assessment: The M1 Garand became the workhorse of the American military during WWII and it earned a place of honor and prestige in the history books. The Garand was replaced by a souped up version with a detachable box magazine: the M14. The traditional wood-and-steel combat rifle design, which this rifle mimics, would only remain a battlefield staple for a few more years before the M16 came knocking. Still, the M14 served as a marksman rifle for the US military and would earn its own following of diehard fans thanks to its reliability in the field and the power behind the projectiles. Norinco, seeing the success of the M14 platform and the die hard niche that it carved out in the firearms world decided in the 90’s that it would begin to duplicate the Classic M14 design and import their rifles to countries such as the United States, Canada, New Zealand, and many others.
If you look at the chinese tag on an item at the retail store, you might jump the gun and assume “chincy, cheap, junk”. However with Chinese firearms they are produced on the same factory lines as their official military weapons, meaning you can be confident that you are getting the highest quality materials that China uses for their military. Tested for war. Whether you’re shooting for accuracy and you need a firearm to help stock your freezer with game or give some protection against things that go bump in the night, the M14 is a classic design that belongs in everyone’s collection and this PolyTech is a quite rare and perfect opportunity to do just that. Chinese Imported firearms were banned in 1994 by the Clinton Administration for a number of reasons. Supposedly Norinco tried selling rocket launchers directly to gangs and cartels. Regardless of the reason, the gun loving firearms community of the U.S. had lost the chance to acquire firearms that created a huge fan base. These rifles are becoming harder to come by so don’t miss your chance to get one for yourself! Good Luck!
