Gun Digest Shooter's Guide to AKs (Paperback)

Unprecedented guide to the AK-47!Gun Digest Shooter's Guide to AKs is the essential reference book for any AK-47 enthusiast. As a former member of an elite Soviet Spetsnaz unit and avid AK historian, author Marco Vorobiev offers a detailed look inside the design, development, operation and maintenance of the most prolific firearm of all time. Expert advice - Basic operation and maintenance of the AK rifle Training tips - Shooting and practical applications Market insight - Where to buy an AK and how much you can expect to pay Accessories - DIY instructions, what to buy, and where to get it Ammunition - Advice about what to buy and the results you can expect Historical data - The ideas behind its creation, and the simplicity of the AK Vorobiev details the similarities and differences between the AK-47 and its variants, helping you navigate the confusing and complicated civilian AK market and dispelling a few myths along the way. With hundreds of detailed photographs of AK rifles, old and new, and unprecedented coverage of historical details, this practical guide is a must-have for avid AK collectors, AK rifle shooters, and general AK enthusiasts everywhere!