Written by former Soviet Spetsnaz soldier and avid AK historian Marco Vorobiev, and appealing from both an historic and practical point of view, this authoritative guide will catch the attention of gun collectors and enthusiasts everywhere, especially those who collect and/or shoot AKs and other military rifles.

In this book, learn about the survival and evolution of the AK rifle through the years. Author and former Spetsnaz soldier Marco Vorobiev reveals insights and answers to the following questions:

• What was, and continues to be, the force behind the evolution and modernization of the AK platform? 

• Why did Soviet and Russian designers and engineers do what they did? 

• How did Soviet and Russian Armed Forces' requirements influence the gun's design? 

• What happened to the guns we have in America, and how have American shooters and enthusiasts influenced the AK rifle design of today?

Features:

• Verified historical data and interesting, little-known facts 

• Basic mechanical information 

• Gun feature explanation and user guide 

• Practical guide 

• Step-by-step modernization guide 

• Sources for proven AK modernization components

This book covers the AK's history, as told by Kalashnikov himself as well as other designers who have and/or still are working on AK rifles. It addresses the details of design and certain AK rifle-specific idiosyncrasies.

It tells a story of constant improvement of the rifle and its further development to the modern rifle it is today. You will also learn how to turn your own AKs in to the modern rifle that resembles those used by modern Russian troops.