Please help me figure out what I have...

[Precision Seeker]

I've had this AK for the past 10+ years. Bought it from a guy I used to work with.
Please excuse the crappy furniture on it - I just never got around to replacing it.
Might wind up getting a nice set of wood for it, depending on what I learn.

Here's what I "know" so far...
Norinco NHM in 7.62
Has a "56" in the triangle beside the serial #
Serial # has an "MS" prefix

I know nothing about straight cut vs slant cut receivers. Looks like it might be threaded with a flash hider welded on (post-ban?).
Matching serial #s, if that matters much.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Precision Seeker]

Does the slant cut indicate an underfolder?

 

[IUHoosier429]

Does the slant cut indicate an underfolder?

The rear of your receiver indicates it. There's an underfolder rear trunnion between those dimpled parts of the metal. Nice rifle - bring it back to life!

Underfolder AK receiver:

Regular AK receiver:

 

[Precision Seeker]

That's good to know. I appreciate the insight.
Thank you!

Time to do a little research to get her back to the original look.
Since I am assuming this is a post-ban, do I need to worry about any compliance issues with parts?

 

[IUHoosier429]

922r only applies to manufacturers. And I've never heard of a single person ever convicted simply for not having enough American parts on their imported gun.

Count those USA-made parts or don't. Up to you. Don't ask, don't tell.