Frag Out! Magazine
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STOCK Legacy stock is usually wood- en, plastic or, in the case of AKMS with folded stocks, stamped steel. Main problem is lack of length adjustment, weight and lack of comfort. There are multiple com- mercial solutions available, with length adjustment features. This will increase speed of aiming, ac- curacy and comfort. Most popu- lar products are usually AR ones, bad fixed and adapted to use with the AK with buffer-tube adapters or foldable ones, such as Magpul Zhukov. All of them have pros and cons. Usually, the final choice will be based on individual preferences, including aesthetics. AR stocks are fast in use, available in multiple ver- sions but folded ones are usually more comfortable for transport and use in confined spaces or vehicles. When choosing the stock, make sure to check not only the quality of stock itself but also a stock mount/ adapter. There should be no play or wobbling. TRIGGER GROUP The AK's legacy trigger is usual- ly called one of the world's worst ones. Long travel required for the first shot and huge trigger pull are main cons. The third, usually con- firmed by most of the shooters, is a lack of consistency between shots. All these factors are limiting the speed of the first shot and its ac- curacy. Multiple commercial solu- tions are now available, vastly im- proving the performance of the AK. One of the examples is the Geissele Automatics AKT trigger with short travel and 1.4 kg trigger pull. That one might be recommended for both tactical and competition use. CHARGING HANDLE KNOB Standard AK charging handle has a spiked shape and is a common reason for hand abrasions during intensive use (pro tip: use gloves whenever possible). It is small and smooth so the contact surface be- tween palm and handle is limited. www.fragoutmag.com