Why is the AK so reliable?

The AK-47's reputation for reliability was a result of years of hard work and fine tuning, with Mikhail continuously troubleshooting issues of each manufacturing run as they gradually became apparent. The AK-47's rise to popularity (and eventually, to notoriety) was a result of a government-led manufacturing impetus.
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Why are ak47s so effective?

While the AK-47's reasonable weight, comparative lack of recoil, intermediate rounds and compact size — a big plus for close-quarters urban warfare and other situations in which a long barrel gets in an infantryman's way — were important qualities, what makes the weapon truly special is its simplicity and durability.
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Is the AK-47 accurate?

However, the AK-47 remains a reliably accurate rifle when you're not at extended distances from your target. A semi-auto AK-47 has an effective range of 300-400 yards, and a good marksman can take this rugged rifle to the full limits of its accuracy.
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What is the most reliable gun in the world?

The most reliable gun is the Glock 19 because of its compact size, ruggedness, ease of use, and bullet capacity. It's a superbly engineered automatic pistol with excellent safety measures and is exceptionally user-friendly. It uses 9 mm bullets and can accept magazines with up to 33 rounds.
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Is AK-47 more reliable than AR-15?

The AR-15 is a very accurate rifle with an effective range of 600 yards, which is 200 more yards than the AK-47. Rifle accuracy is measured in "Minute of Angle (MOA)" and the AR-15 is 30% more accurate than the AK-47.
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Is an AK-47 good for home defense?

The AK rifle (in general) and the Arsenal, in particular, is a fine choice for personal defense and among the most versatile firearms available. Hornady Steel Match with the SST bullet is a first-class choice for most uses.
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Do I want an AR or AK?

AR-15 rifles are lighter and have a higher rate of accuracy than the AK-47, but the AK-47 is considerably cheaper and more dependable in comparison. Both are extensively used by the military and police, as well as for general purpose hunting rifles and self-defense.
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What guns are 100% made in the USA?

5 True All-American Handguns Made In USA
  • Ruger. Ruger and Smith & Wesson are almost tied in terms of firearms production and sales in the United States. ...
  • Kimber. Kimber quickly rose to fame with their heavily customized 1911 variants. ...
  • Kel-Tec. ...
  • Hi-Point. ...
  • Honorable Mention: Wilson Combat.
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What handgun Do Navy SEALs use?

In 2015, the Glock 19, a compact 9 mm, was added to the SEAL handgun inventory. The SEALs plan to eventually replace the P226s with the newer Glocks. For now, the M9 continues to be the primary sidearm for U.S. uniformed personnel worldwide and the P226 continues to be the primary handgun of the SEALs.
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What is the most reliable rifle action?

  1. Remington Model 700: Best Tactical Bolt-Action Rifle. The Remington Model 700 is the best tactical bolt-action rifle on the market today. ...
  2. Winchester XPR: Best Budget Bolt-Action Rifle. ...
  3. Savage 110 Storm: Best Bolt-Action Rifle for the Money. ...
  4. Ruger American Ranch: Best 5.56 Bolt-Action Rifle.
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Why do Navy Seals use AK-47s?

The AK-47 was far more dependable, and had a larger 30-round magazine to boot. An American soldier might confuse his enemies by using their own guns against them, especially in the dead of night. The AKs had a distinctive report and their tracer rounds glowed green instead of red — the standard color in Western armies.
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Why are AK-47s inaccurate?

The reason for the AK's lack of accuracy is due to its “functioning” and projectiles ballistic coefficient. The AK-47 is made up of only a few “moving” parts. There are fewer parts, these parts are made up of large chunks of metal.
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Is AK-47 the best gun in the world?

The AK-47 is the deadliest weapon ever built, on the whole. Its kill count even tops nuclear weapons in sheer numbers. But the first AK-47s were very heavy and weren't really built for aiming.
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Is AK-47 better than M16?

The M16 had a higher rate of fire, 700-950 rpm compared to the 600 rpm of the AK-47, and most shooters — including those that have used the weapons in combat — have tended to agree that the M16 is the more accurate. A trade-off is that the accuracy and range don't equate to penetration.
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Is the AK-47 better than the M4?

The M4 is inherently much more accurate than the AK-47," he told FoxNews.com. Tamilio explained that there are far more factors at play in determining the lethality of a weapon than mere caliber.
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What gun does John Wick use?

In the inaugural John Wick film, we see our titular character dig up his old gear and guns. From an OTF knife to the various handguns for his return to work. His main handgun being the Heckler and Koch P30L. L stands for Long, and the gun features a slightly longer barrel than the standard P30.
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What pistol did Mike Day use?

“Because it's painful,” said the SEAL who survived a grenade blast and 27 rounds fired at close range by an AK-47, M4 rifle and Sig Sauer pistol. “It's [all] that running; the running really beats me up.” Mike Day during a deployment. Photo provided by Brenda Day.
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What pistol do Green Berets use?

Despite the standardization of the M17/M18 across the military, Special Operations Command has elected to standardize the Glock 19 as its handgun of choice. From Navy SEALs to Green Berets, the Special Operations community overwhelmingly prefers the original Austrian design.
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What country makes the best firearms?

Well, as you may have predicted, America the Beautiful takes the top place among firearm producing countries. The country of Colt, Smith & Wesson and Remington didn't deserve any other place than the very top.
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Where is Glock made?

Some Glock models are now being produced in the United States, although the majority of Glocks are still made in Austria.
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Is Kel Tec still making guns?

We are building more firearms now than we ever have. We did not close down for COVID nor did we slow down during COVID. In fact, we are producing more guns now then we have in the almost 30 years the company has been around. We are cranking them out.
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How much is a Chinese AK-47 worth?

The most collectable of all the Chinese AKs. $2200-$5000 price range based on 2016 prices.
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Is AK or AR ammo cheaper?

The AK-47's benefits are its toughness, better stopping power (at shorter range, at least), and that both AK-47 guns and ammo tend to be less expensive than the AR-15 .
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Is AK 74 better than AK-47?

The 5.45x39mm cartridge of the AK-74 makes it a more accurate and reliable rifle compared to the AK-47, which uses a 7.62x39mm cartridge.
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What damage can an AK-47 do?

For instance, if an AK-47 round with a 7.62mm diameter at its widest point passes cleanly through a target, it will leave a round, 7.62mm permanent cavity. If this hole goes through a vital structure in the body, the wound can be fatal.
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