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Romanian Rarity From a distance this would look a lot like any other RPK but this is actually a rarely seen Romanian RPK-74. The magazine is steel which makes it appear to be chambered in 7.62x39 because most 5.45x39 mags are polymer or bakelite. Poland and Romania were the only nations to issue steel mags for their 74 rifles, although some believe North Korea may have some too. Note the distinct RPK-74 bird cage flash hider. It’s kind of interesting that this model of rifle wasn’t exported to the U.S alongside it’s 7.62x39 counterparts. Most gun owners are well aware of the large amount of Romanian AK’s and RPK’s on the market. Romania did export 5.45x39mm AK’s into the U.S, just not their RPK-74 for some reason.

Chechens A group of the Islamic fighters armed with several AK variants. The most interesting one is what appears to be a cut-down model that still has the slant muzzle brake. Looks like a field modification of an AK-103 due to the steel magazine and the front sight not being integrated to the gas block. Chechens are brutal fighters. I saw the video where a group of them captured a young Russian soldier, tied him up and pinned his head down as they slit his throat, cutting right into the trachea. They didn’t behead him, they watched him struggle and bleed to death cause they wanted to see him suffer.

EBR Recently the Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal units have adopted the Mk 14 EBR to replace their M4 rifles. The EBR isn’t going to be used for bomb disposal, more so for defending the units who found that their M4’s were not reaching out far enough against insurgents. Source

Ruger M77 Mk II A bolt-action rifle that can come in a variety of calibers, ranging from .223, .308, 7mm and .300 Win Mag. Normally they have a full wood or polymer stock, this one has the rather uncommon lightweight polymer stock with the cutout at the rear.

Nemo Arms Omen

The very first mass produced AR-15/10 variant chambered in .300 Winchester Magnum. It can still use AR-15 stocks, pistol grips, trigger groups, and other small parts, but obviously due to its larger caliber, the magazine is designed specifically for it. Capacity is 14+1. The handguard and muzzle brake included with the Omen are also of Nemo Arms design.

It’s interesting because Nemo Arms supposedly successfully tested 30-06 and .270 Win in some of their prototypes so those calibers may be next on the market, depending how well the Omen does. Big caliber semi-auto rifles come with big price tags; the Omen clocks in at around $5,500+.

Nice as it is to see something new on the market, I’m curious as to whether it will be embraced by the firearms community or will it’s price and obscurity sink it. I kind of want to buy simply cause 300 Win Mag is another caliber that just gathers dust on the shelves at the shop.

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Russia’s Winchester It’s a basic fact that the larger your army, the more difficult it is to supply it. Such is the case with the Russians during World War I. They had such a shortage of firearms that they contracted U.S firearm manufacturers Westinghouse, Remington and Winchester for guns. While the former two companies produced Mosin Nagant 91/30’s, Winchester supplied the Russians with a version of their 1895 lever action in 7.62x54R. Ironically the Russian model is the most plentiful variant but also the rarest in the U.S because only a few thousand were exported back and many of those ended up getting modified into hunting rifles. Source

Fallen… French Defense Minister Gerard Longuet (right) stands in front of the 4 coffins of French soldiers to pay his respects during a ceremony at Kabul Airport in Kabul on Jan. 21. France’s defense minister arrived in Kabul for top-level talks as Paris warned it could accelerate its withdrawal from the 10-year war after an Afghan soldier shot the French soldiers. (Joel Saget/AFP/Getty Images)

Afghanistan Soldiers from the U.S. Army’s 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, Task Force Bulldog hold their weapons during the Memorial Day ceremony at Combat Outpost (COP) Boston in Kherwar district in Logar province, eastern Afghanistan, May 25, 2012. (Danish Siddiqui/Reuters)

INSAS An Indian soldier with the INSAS rifle. It’s an odd looking firearm that pulls aspects (aesthetically and operationally) from others such as the FAL, AK, G3 and Galil. In spite being designed in India, the rifle has fallen out of favor with the military and a replacement is being sought for from other manufacturers. No civilian version exists as far as I know, so chances of one entering the U.S are slim. The only INSAS item I’ve ever seen for sale was one of it’s bayonets, which looks a lot like an AK’s bayonet.

The Ironic Sniper A very rare example of a scoped Mauser K98 that was used by the IDF as sniper rifle. A small amount of these were brought in years ago and haven’t seen any new surplus since. The Israeli’s understood proper cheek weld for scoped rifles as seen on the stock on this Mauser; they carried that type of cheek rest over onto their M14 sniper rifle. That black scope with the silver mounts is aftermarket, but the real Israeli issued scope is that green one. I would have bought one of these but I think I was still in middle school when these were brought into the U.S.

Long shot… An IDF (Israeli Defense Force) soldier with the M24 SWS (Sniper Weapon System). It’s based on the venerable Remington 700. Prior to it’s adoption by the IDF, they were issued the Galatz sniper rifle which would then be replaced by the M14, until the M24 finally filled the niche for a true precision rifle. The IDF did have scoped Mauser K98 rifles for use as well.

Hand cannons…

Probably the most famous big handgun in the world, the Desert Eagle has been featured in movies, television and video games since it’s introduction to the market. The other pistol in the photo is a lesser known big handgun, an AMT Automag IV, chambered in .45 Winchester Magnum. The Automag was also available in 50 Action Express, matching the Desert Eagle’s largest caliber offering.

As much hate as the Desert Eagle generates among shooters for it’s impracticality, it is the only surviving big handgun amidst its former rivals; the LAR Grizzly, the Wildey, and the Automag.

B.A.S.T.A.R.D

This new add-on piece has been in development for a couple years now but is supposedly shipping as of last month. Built by Texas AK Designs, the adapter is semi-permanent according to them, but it allows for the use of AR-15 magazines but also AR-15 mag releases in the Saiga 223. This should work on other .223 chambered AK’s but as of now they just mention the Saiga. A last-round-bolt-hold-open option is available at an extra cost.

Note the Magpul grip. The adapter is shaped to accept AR-15 grips but if you like the AK grip, they have a version of the B.A.S.T.A.R.D that uses standard Kalashnikov grips.

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Freedom Fighter

This odd new rifle is currently a prototype by Black Rain Ordnance, known mostly for their AR-15 and AR-10 firearms. If you notice the familiar charging handle, this rifle is loosely based on the AK platform, even using AK magazines. Currently its still undergoing modifications before it hits the market. Right now the main complaint is the weight due to the entire receiver is milled.

I’m somewhat skeptical as to what Black Rain Ordnance is aiming to accomplish with so many AK’s out there when you kind of try to factor in what the Freedom Fighter may end up costing.

You can read the initial impression review in the link below.

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G.R.A.D Knife Gun

A very interesting take on bringing a knife to a gun fight, the Global Research and Development (G.R.A.D) Knife Gun houses a small 5 shot revolving cylinder. They were chambered mostly in .22 LR and .22 Short. They were available in different styles, even a bayonet version for the AR-15.

The trigger is in the handle which pops up after you turn a small tab. Simply squeeze the trigger and it will fire like a revolver. Obviously not meant for long range or even accurate shooting, this is meant only close quarters use. One more important note about these guns; the BATFE classifies these as AOW (Any Other Weapons) so this isn’t legal in all states and requires paperwork. Not cheap either, they sell on average for $2,000+ depending on which model it is.

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