Courtesy of Tactical Life As import restrictions began to tighten on AK parts kits, the American market picked up the slack. Barrels and other parts made in America have improved and continue to increase in number and popularity. While it used to be cheaper to import military-surplus parts regardless of origin, American-made parts have become much more affordable […]
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The Iconic AK-47
Before the price gouging of weapons while I was stationed at Ft. Benning GA, I purchased an AK-47 (Romanian) at a local dealership for $174.00. I wanted an AK-47 after a few deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, everyone in those areas of operations had one and it seemed to serve its purpose for them just […]
The Top 10 Companies with AK Rounds for Hunting, Self Defense & More
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) For many years, most of the available 7.62x39mm AK rounds came as surplus from Eastern Europe or Russia itself, with occasional Chinese shipments and, at least once, some horrible Egyptian ammo. Most of that surplus is now gone or committed to other uses, but fortunately, several American and foreign manufacturers have responded to consumer demand […]
The Cost Of An AK-47 On The Black Market Across The World
The first model of the AK-47 assault rifle was introduced into service with the Soviet army in 1948. Designed to be cheap and reliable as well as simple to operate and produce, the AK-47 and its derivatives remain the world’s most widely used assault rifles seven decades later. In his book “AK47: The Story of The People’s […]
Century Arms Now Shipping Out Its C39v2, RAS47 AK Pistols
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Century Arms is now shipping its C39v2 and RAS47 AK pistols to retailers and distributors, the Florida-based gun maker and importer has announced. Boasting all the firepower and reliability of an AK-47 trimmed down into a compact pistol form, the 7.62x39mm C39v2 and RAS47 both include a receiver side rail; 4150 nitride-treated 10.6-inch barrel with a 1:10 […]
12 AK Optics and Sights to Get You on Target Quickly
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) With the increasing number of manufacturers making aftermarket scope mounts and rail systems for the AK platform, it has never been easier to install a stable optic or sight on your favorite rifle. Most scope-mounting systems these days are also designed to ensure your optic, magnified or not, will hold […]
The Steyr Maadi AKM and its Role in the 1984 Classic ‘Red Dawn’
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) “In our time, no foreign army has ever occupied American soil. Until now.” I can still recite those words, and the first time I read them was in early August of 1984—off at college and cycling between part-time jobs and full-time studies. Ronald Reagan was our president then, and like […]
8 Quick and Easy DIY Upgrades to Trick Out Your AK
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) I think of firearms as tools, and like my tools, I always end up altering and changing them to fit my preferences and needs. That’s why Russian soldiers currently field upgraded AKs, not wood-stocked, Vietnam-era rifles. If your rifle is a “safe queen,” fine, but I use my AKs for all manner […]
Range Bag Tools: MagLuLa Loader
For virtually every model of modern firearm magazines on the market today, the MagLuLa Loader keeps things simple, efficient, and clean for long days at the range.
Why I Abandoned the AR-15 Rifle
The AR-15 and its cousin, the select-fire-capable M4 carbine, have served the United States Armed Forces and many of its allies for nearly 50 years. Many of us know the history behind its selection and implementation, complete with all its growing pains. Today’s M4 is similar to the original M16A1, but advancements in machining, design, materials, […]