I got a Norinco recently too, but havn't had the chance to shoot it yet :curse:
All of my research leans towards leaving it alone. I've heard of several feeding issues with detachable mags, the rifle wasn't made for 'em. As far as a scope goes, I'm an iron sights kinda guy... guess that's...
Just found you guys while looking for info on the Sherburne range, glad to find a local gang.
I am a 'self-defense' kinda gun enthusiast (i.e. I don't hunt, unless you kick my door in)
I only own a handful of firearms:
S&W 686 .357 magnum revolver
Taurus .38 special revolver (older...