POTD: Glock Clone - The Norinco NP7A

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China's state-owned arms giant Norinco has never been shy about reverse-engineering a good idea, and the NP7A is exactly what it looks like: a Glock 17 clone, made in China, sold at Chinese prices (at least kind of). The NP7A follows the Glock 17 formula closely: polymer frame, striker-fired action, 17-round magazine in 9x19mm and what appears to stay faithful to the original Glock Safe Action system. Norinco has a long track record of producing functional, affordable clones. Their 1911s and CZ 75 derivatives have real followings in markets where the originals price people out. However, the price of 499 CHF translates to about 640 USD, so perhaps this makes this one more interesting for a collector, or someone who wants something odd, rather than a great deal? This particular example is listed through Swiss dealer Swisswaffen and GWM+H AG, which tells you something about how far Norinco's civilian export reach has extended.Source: Swisswaffen and GWM+H AG in Switzerland.