How to build an AK type rifle
Welcome to the hobby of home building firearms. You are about to embark on a challenge of skill, patience and artistry. When you have finished your build you will have the knowledge and pride that comes from completing a demanding job with your own hands. Here are three of the many home builds I have done:
Romanian MD-63 underfolder 7.62x39 Romanian AKM 7.62x39
Polish Tantal 5.45x39
In the past 15 years a number of different firearm "kits" have come onto the market. These are military rifles that have been "de milled" to government specifications for civilian ownership. These "kits" have included the FN FAL series, CETME, HK series and the AK series. Of all of these the AK series is unique in that you, the home builder, can actually make your own receiver without the need for a full machine shop.
The AK-47 was designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov during a sick leave from fighting in WW 2. It was adopted by the Red Army in 1949 and has been in service in many different forms ever since. It has been produced in dozens of countries and is available in a variety of configurations. The original round was the 7.62x39 but has been updated to the 5.45x39 for the AK-74.
This tutorial is presented in sections for ease of use and understanding. I will cover:
Kit selection and 922(r) compliance
Building the receiver (Rivet)
Building the receiver (Screw)
Please take some time to scan through this tutorial to familiarize yourself with the process and terms used.
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