{"product_id":"chinese-chicom-type-56-sks-chest-rig","title":"Chinese Chicom Type 56 SKS Chest Rig","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chinese Chicom Type 56 SKS Chest Rig is a genuine military surplus ammunition carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCold War Military Heritage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally issued to the \u003cb\u003ePeople's Liberation Army\u003c\/b\u003e in 1956, this \u003cb\u003eChinese Chicom Type 56 SKS Chest Rig\u003c\/b\u003e is a legendary piece of load-bearing gear. Known colloquially as the \u003cb\u003eSKS bandolier\u003c\/b\u003e, it was designed specifically to distribute ammunition weight. This \u003cb\u003eGrade 1 military surplus\u003c\/b\u003e piece served as a combat staple throughout the Vietnam War, representing an iconic era of infantry design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRugged Field Architecture\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chest rig features \u003cb\u003eten individual pouches\u003c\/b\u003e. Each cell carries up to two \u003cb\u003e10-round 7.62x39mm stripper clips\u003c\/b\u003e, holding 200 rounds in total. Built from \u003cb\u003eheavy-duty cotton canvas\u003c\/b\u003e, the fabric naturally swells when wet to resist light rain. The closures use traditional \u003cb\u003ewooden toggles\u003c\/b\u003e with loop fasteners, providing quiet, reliable security that outlasts plastic buckles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVersatile Outdoor Application\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor modern outdoor enthusiasts, this simple rig excels in \u003cb\u003ebushcraft\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ehiking\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb\u003eairsoft\u003c\/b\u003e. The flat profile sits comfortably under a rucksack, while the \u003cb\u003eadjustable X-back harness\u003c\/b\u003e distributes load evenly. The pockets are perfect for small tools, fire-starting kits, or compasses. It offers a lightweight, high-durability alternative to modern tactical nylon webbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd this rugged, historical ammunition carrier to your outdoor kit or military collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surplus Quartermasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55778984427905,"sku":"SUPA115G1","price":16.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0220\/2076\/files\/9051bc5f4e6aa03ed157c499785ff828.webp?v=1780952069","url":"https:\/\/surplusqm.com\/products\/chinese-chicom-type-56-sks-chest-rig","provider":"Surplus Quartermasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}