AK- 47 and It's History

Many people who play video games know about the AK-47. It is a staple in some of the biggest first person shooters on the market and in some cases it is the highest ranked gun you can get in the game. It has earned this level of prestige because of its legendary hard knock design and the ability to perform without complaint even after sitting for years. It is battle hardened and used throughout the world and in some of the harshest conditions, but many people do not actually know that much about this rifle. The origins of its design, along with its construction, are why it seems to just keep going even decades after it was pressed off of the line.

The Origins

The AK-47 was designed and created by Avtomat Kalashnikova, who is the AK in AK-47. He was a Russian who designed the rifle in order to give the infantry a more dependable gun in the field. One that could take a beating without much complaint. Now to say that Kalashnikova wasn't influenced by other rifles would be wrong, the AK was heavy influenced by the German Sturmgewehr 44. When you compare the two rifles you can see where the AK inherited some of its design. Also, the 47 stands for 1947, when it was made, and it is tradition that every AK have the year it was made incorporated with its name.

Construction

One of the main reasons that the AK has been such a successful platform is due to the fact that it is a gas powered gun. This means that the gun uses the gasses given off from when it is fired in order to operate the receiver. This allows the gun to be very fast, but it also means that the gun may even operate even after being submerged. This design along with the chromed barrel and receiver meant that the gun was very dependable.

In a nut shell, there you have it, where the gun came from and why it is one of the most dependable rifles in the world.

How does a Machine Gun Work, Full Auto AR15 Explained M4, M16

AR-15 FAQ

Question: What does AR15 stand for?

Answer: It stands for ArmaLite Model 15. The AR15 is a popular semi-automatic rifle manufactured by the following companies: Colt, Ambush, Olympic Arms, American Spirit Arms, Rock River Arms, and ArmaLite Inc. The AR 15 usually has a pistol grip (although this was considered an optional accessory until 2004), and a wide variety of customizable options.

Question: I understand M-16s and AR 15s are pretty similar. Are there different directions for cleaning AR15s and M-16s?

Answer: No, the cleaning, reassembly, and takedown for both rifles are the same. The M-16 is derived from the AR 15, and it is a popular rifle that is used by the US Military.

Question: Is it legal in the United States to own or purchase an AR15 with a pistol grip, a flash suppressor, bayonet lugs, and / or collapsible stocks?

Answer: Yes, as of 2004, it is legal in most states. You should check with your state to make sure, however, as there are still a few states that prohibit purchasing an AR 15 with these features. From 1994 to 2004, the sale of AR 15s with these accessory features was restricted to military personnel and law enforcement personnel only. The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 made it illegal to purchase an AR 15 with these features, although it was considered legal to own a gun with these features that you had bought before the law was passed. Since the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 has expired, most states in the US allow you to purchase a AR 15 rifle with flash suppressors, collapsible stocks, a pistol grip, and bayonet lugs.

Question: Can I use military 5.56 x 45 mm. ammunition made for M-16 in my non-military-issued AR-15?

Answer: Not recommended because there have been so many cases in which the military ammunition jams in the non-military AR-15. This is due to a slight difference between a M-16 and an AR-15. The AR-15 has a slightly tighter throat area than the military issued M-16, causing a difference in the chamber pressure and thus causing the malfunction. If you have used military ammunition in an AR15 and the gun has jammed on you, it can be difficult to fix. In order to correct the problem, it is necessary to take apart the rifle and taking out the jammed primer.

How to Improve Your Shooting Tips - Moriarti Armaments

When you are at the range and you line your gun up down range, you want nothing more than to hit center mass on the target, or put the bullet where you want it to hit. You can have all of the best tech, the best weather conditions, and the most expensive gun on the market; but none of that means anything if you don't know how to properly shoot. It takes a lot of skill to be able to put that bullet into the mark you need to hit and here are some tips on how you can accomplish this very feat!

Breathe!

When you are going to shoot something you put the barrel on the target, put your finger on the trigger, and fire, right? That isn't it completely, not by a long shot, and you will miss by a long shot if you don't time your shots between your breaths. Breathing can throw off your accuracy so either learning your breathing rhythm or hold your breath when you are going to fire and you will find your shots landing where they should.

Don't Pull, Squeeze

When we pull the trigger we are making our lives a little harder. Pulling the trigger puts extra stress on the rifle and this can also decrease your accuracy. Putting the stress of moving the trigger on your finger by squeezing it down will make the action smoother and therefore will not pull you off target.

Happy building!