Is the AK-47 still in production?

There is no such thing as an AK-47. The rifle was an AK, replaced by the AKM, then the AK-74, AK-100 series and others. The AK, the milled and milled/stamped receiver versions, all three variations and their folding stock counterparts, are still found around the world.

Are century guns good?

The author found the Century Arms VSKA to be an accurate and rattle-free AK-pattern rifle. While part of the AK’s legacy is the notion that they are indestructible, like any other mechanical device, they will have a breaking point. But 12,000 rounds is a lot to fire through a gun and experience no failures.

What is the current Russian assault rifle?

The Kalashnikov AK-12 is the newest derivative of the Soviet/Russian AK -47 series of assault rifles and is proposed for general issue to Russia’s armed forces. On May 25, 2010, Russia’s general news media published a Russian Defence Ministry statement that the AK-12 rifle was to be tested in 2011.

How much does an AK – 47 cost?

The cost of an AK-47 can run anywhere form $150.00 USD in Afghanistan to several thousand in other countries. They range in quality and beauty greatly. Ive seen rifles that have literally been dragged behind a horse still used in combat, all the way up to solid gold works of art that would blow up if you ever used them.

What is an AK 47 used for?

The AK-47 uses a notched rear tangent iron sight calibrated in 100 m (109 yd) increments from 100 to 800 m (109 to 875 yd). The front sight is a post adjustable for elevation in the field.

What is an AK 47 gun?

The AK-47, AK, or as it is officially known (Russian: Автома́т Кала́шникова, tr. Avtomát Kaláshnikova, lit. Kalashnikov ‘s Automatic Rifle), also known as the Kalashnikov, is a gas-operated, 7.62×39mm assault rifle, developed in the Soviet Union by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is the originating firearm of the Kalashnikov rifle (or “AK”) family.