AK aficionados-who have made the AK one of the more popular firearms in the U.S. today-need look nowhere else for the historic and modern-day takes on Kalashnikov’s simple yet robust weapon system. Published annually, AK-47 & Soviet Weapons covers the latest AK’s, stock sets, optical mounts, rail systems, ammo and much more.
Delve deep into the world of not only Mikhail Kalashnikov’s famous AK47, but everything Combloc related with our new Book of the AK47.
Book of the AK47 is designed to educate you about the world of Kalashnikovs, past, present and future as well as everything Combloc related. Peek inside and you’ll find in-depth articles on firearms, ammunition, optic mounts, accessories, plus the men who make and use them. In this issue we take a look at Wolf’s new 9x39mm Subsonic cartridge originally developed for Spetsnaz use, Pioneer Arms of Radom, Poland’s 7.62x39mm Hellpup pistol, Norinco’s Type 86S bullpup and IWI’s 5.56x45mm Galil Ace pistol, the 9x18mm Stetchkin machine pistol and 9x18mm PM Makarov. In this issue Special Forces vet and firearms instructor John Peterson goes deep into training tips and techniques for fighting with both an AK and a Makarov.
If you’re interested in modern accessories Sean Utley explores the world of sound suppressors while James Tarr interviews Scot Hosskisson from RS Regulate about his AK scope mounts. If historical pieces are more your style we have you covered as well. Neal Shera explains how the Soviet doctrine of Deep Operations led to the AK47, Leroy Thompson speaks on being a bodyguard in Russia after the fall of Communism, Mikhail Dragunov shares the story of how his family developed the 9x18mm Kedr submachine gun and Richard Venola reminisces about his adventures in Afghanistan in the early 1980s. Along the way we also examine how the AK bayonet performs as a field tool and review Soviet era movies you’ll want to be aware of.
If you’re looking for in-depth no BS info on Kalashnikovs, the Book of the AK47 is the grail you seek.
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FIREARMS NEWS MAGAZINE AK47 #24
NOVEMBER 2017
Go deep into the world of not only the AK47, but everything Combloc related with our new Book of the AK47.
Book of the AK47 is designed to educate you about the world of Kalashnikovs, past, present and future as well as everything Combloc related. Peek inside and you’ll find in-depth articles on firearms, ammunition, optics, accessories and the men who make them. In this issue we take a look at modern AKs like Century’s C39v2 Zhukov, IWI’s new Galil Ace pistol, Palmetto State Armory’s GB2 Classic Red AK, FIME Group?s Vepr 12 short barrel shotgun and Definitive Arms 6.5mm Grendel conversion.
If you’re interested in modern accessories Richard King examines interfacing modern night vision with the AK while Tim Yan checks out a host of the latest muzzle brakes and Matt Korovesis tests Svetogor Defense AK magazines. If historical pieces are more your style we have you covered as well. Tim Yan looks at the development of the RPG-2 and China’s Type 81 rifle in 5.56x45mm, Mikhail Dragunov shares the story of Soviet 14.5mm anti-tank rifles and Paul Scott covers the differences between Soviet and US sniper training and employment.
Along the way we also examine a variety of loads from Wolf Performance Ammunition, Pioneer Arms of Poland’s return to the US commercial market with their PPS-43C pistol, plus we spend time at the Red Oktober Kalashnikov event and interview AK guru Jim Fuller of Rifle Dynamics.
If you’re looking for in-depth no BS info on Kalashnikovs, the Book of the AK47 is the grail you seek.
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“Things that are complex are not useful. Things that are useful are simple.”
–Mikhail Kalashnikov
In Gun Digest Book of the AK & SKS, Volume 2, Patrick Sweeney picks up where Volume 1 left off and brings Kalashnikov’s timeless firearm designs–the AK-47 and AK-74–plus their predecessor, Simonov’s SKS, full circle into the modern era. In exhaustive detail and told in his own entertaining way, comrade Sweeney provides not only the historical perspective on these now-ubiquitous Russian guns, but also how to modernize and upgrade them for today’s American-style tactical shooting.
You’ll learn how to order and build an AK from a parts kit, the differences between stamped- and millabout caliber choices, am 01
Sweeney blasts through the white noise, helping you choose the perfect new AK for your needs. Plus how to service and maintain the AK, disassemble, reassemble, repair, inspect and collect used AKs and SKSs. Processes for AK accuracy testing are taught, plus gun reviews of today’s hottest models, including the Century Arms C39V2, Krebs Custom K-AC15 Mod 2 Long UFM and IWI ACE.
You’ll get:AK-47, AK-74 and SKS parts and functions, basic to advanced
Ammunition and aftermarket accessory tips
How to disassemble, maintain, customize and reassemble
Accuracy testing and optics choices for the most recalcitrant AK!
Patrick Sweeney is a certified master gunsmith and armorer instructor for police departments nationwide. In addition to being Handguns Editor for Guns & Ammo, he is author of The Gun Digest Book of the 1911 Vols. 1 & 2, The Gun Digest Book of the Glock Vols. 1 & 2, The Gun Digest Book of the AR-15 Vols. 1, 2, 3 and 4, Gunsmithing: Rifles, Gunsmithing: Pistols & Revolvers 1 & 2, Gunsmithing the AR-15 Vols. 1 & 2 and Gun Digest Book of the AK and SKS.
ANGRY JOE AK -74
Gun Digest Guide to the Modern AK:
Gear, Accessories & Upgrades for the AK-47 and Its Variants
Gun Digest Guide to the Modern AK, no longer is the Russian AK-47 rifle merely a cobbled clunker pressed into service by rebel freedom fighters in Third World war zones. Now, author Jorge Amselle presents the AK as a state-of-the-art firearm, with endless accessories and upgrades, and used by the most elite shooting schools.
AK reviews of the most popular models
How to build an AK from a parts kit
Tips for selecting the best AK-47, AK-74 or AK Pistol
The hottest AK upgrades, parts and accessories
For the recreational and tactical shooter, the ergonomic shortcomings and lack of accessories for the AK-47 have been completely resolved in recent years, increasing the rifle’s appeal. Today, major manufacturers are producing new stocks, rails, grips, handguards, sights, parts and other upgrades for this tough rifle.
Learn how to customize the AK, including a full listing of accessories and parts. Find out how to receive training in the proper and effective use of the AK and build your own custom rifle from a parts kit, with tips that will save time and trouble.
Gun Digest
AK AMMO GUIDE and an AK GEAR GUIDE
Guns & Ammo; Complete Book of the AK47 (vol 2)
June, 2010
ASIN: B003UGNP12
