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SKS ENHANCED FIRING PIN Reviews & Ratings

High quality, replacement firing pin uses the original, pre-’51 Russian design to eliminate the potential for accidental slam-fires and uncontrollable full-auto operation associated with the current production, free-floating type firing pin. Gradual, straight taper design with Wolff brand spring prevents mechanical lockup in the bolt and ensures consistent firing pin return after every shot; plus, allows the use of soft-primered American ammunition and reloads. Fits Chinese, Yugoslavian, Albanian, Romanian, and post 1950 Russian SKS rifles. Not for use in pre-1951 Russian models with shallower firing pin hole. Includes spare firing pin spring and instructions.

SPECS: 17-4 stainless steel, natural finish. Approx. 3¾” long. Fits post 1950 Russian SKS and clones.

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4 Stars

Reviews Summary

The SKS Enhanced Firing Pin has mixed reviews. Many users praise its reliability and ease of installation, stating it prevents misfires and slam fires. However, there are criticisms about durability, with reports of broken pins and issues with springs binding. While some feel it's an essential safety upgrade, others warn against using it with steel-cased ammo and suggest maintaining the original pin for reliability.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Reliability

65%

A significant number of reviewers appreciate the enhanced reliability offered by the firing pin. Users report a noticeable reduction in misfires and slam fires after installation, indicating that it can significantly improve the function of the SKS rifles it is used with. This theme resonates with about 65% of reviewers.

Installation Experience

70%

Reviewers frequently mention the ease of installation of the SKS Enhanced Firing Pin. Most found it straightforward to replace the old firing pin, noting that the process is quick and can be done with minimal tools. About 70% of reviewers discuss their positive experience with the installation process.

Durability Issues

40%

A notable concern is the durability of the firing pin, with numerous reports of pins breaking or springs binding after minimal use. This has led to dissatisfaction among some users who express that the firing pin does not hold up under regular shooting conditions. This issue is highlighted by about 40% of reviewers.

Safety Upgrade

55%

Many users consider the SKS Enhanced Firing Pin a crucial safety upgrade for their rifles. The design is believed to mitigate dangerous situations like slam fires, making the rifle safer for use. This perspective is shared by 55% of reviewers who advocate for its necessity in enhancing firearm safety.

Compatibility Concerns

30%

Several reviewers express concerns over the firing pin's compatibility with certain types of ammunition, especially steel-cased rounds. Some experienced ignition failures when using this type of ammo, leading them to revert to the original firing pin. About 30% of users noted this compatibility issue.

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JUNK

Don't waste money just keep your's clean. Went threw both springs in like 30 rounds and now got to buy the original one again ( doing to old one being bent) and those are getting hard to find.

adds unrealiablity

keep it as the russians designed. keep your orgianl clean and it will never fail. i went through hell with this pin. DO NOT BUY

DO NOT BUY WILL HAVE TO REPLACE BOLT

i bought this product after no problems with slam-fire but didn't want to experience the problem with my norinco sks after 60 rounds the spring was bound up in the Firing pin channel i replaced the spring with the included one and it will not come out still of the bolt i am going to have to buy a new bolt :( terrible product do not buy unless all you shoot is brass cased american ammo

Firing pin

At first I loved it until I fired my first 100 rounds through my sks. The spring got bound up into the bolt and it took some time to get it out and replace the spring. After another 200 rounds or so the back end of the pin (where the hammer strikes) broke off and was getting stuck. I took it out shooting about a week later and it stopped firing. So I disassembled the bolt and the firing pin just fell right out and it was in two pieces. I am very displeased with this product. And yes I do thoroughly clean my rifle after every use.

Dont buy the hype

After 30 or so rounds the spring compressed and pieces broke off jamming the firing pin in the firing pin channel, so it wouldn't fire. Replaced the spring with the one replacement it comes with and the same thing happened after about 30-40 rounds. What a waste of money.

Do Not Recommend

I Installed this product in my SKS and Put 200rds (WOLF) thru my SKS to make sure it ran right. i did have a few light primer strikes, so i inspected my rifle and i found that the firing pin broke (Big Chunk Missing from rear of Firing Pin) and my bolt had whats called Volcanoeing which it never had prior to installation. When i removed the firing pin i also noticed that the return spring already lost its spring tension after only 200rds. i highly recommend that you just maintain your rifle properly..................just a tip to Murray's, the hammer does not hit the rear of the firing pin square, it hits at a angle, take a look at a factory SKS firng pin and you'll see what i mean THANKS