Izhmash Saiga Hunting Carbine 7.62×39 16.5” Semi-Auto Rifle Russian AK-47
SOLD FOR: $1152
WOA#: WY231003MF001
Make: Izhmash
Model: Saiga ????? Hunting Carbine
Serial Number: H06106096
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 7.62x39mm
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “H06106096 ????? 7,62×39 MADE IN RUSSIA BY IZHMASH” with several proofs. The right side of the receiver is marked “RUSSIAN AMERICAN ARMORY COMPANY SCOTTSBURG, IN” “SAIGA” “7,62X39” “SF”. The bolt carrier is marked “096”. Rear sight is marked “1-3”. The right side of the front sight is marked, “22-2”.
Barrel Length: 16.5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post, and the rear sight is an adjustable tangent “u” notch leaf sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is two piece synthetic polymer with checkered semi-pistol grip, rubber buttplate, and handguard with appropriate hand swells. The bottom of the stocks have sling swivels. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock. The left side of the receiver has a mounting rail for Kalashnikov style scopes and optics. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition. There are no chips or cracks. There are some faint drag lines on the stocks. The checkering is intact with minor handling wear.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Two original Izhmash Polymer 10rd 7.62×39 magazines in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. There is some minor fouling in the grooves.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are crisp. There is some minor operation wear. This rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its factory box, owner’s manual, two magazines, oiler, and cleaning kit.
Our Assessment: The Russian Saiga 7.62×39 Hunting Carbine stands as an intriguing adaptation of the iconic AK-47 design, customized for civilian sporting and hunting use. Produced by the legendary Izhmash factory in Russia, the Saiga in 7.62×39 caliber is engineered to deliver the renowned durability and reliability of its military counterpart, all while conforming to sporting regulations. Built with a gas-operated, rotating bolt system, this semi-automatic rifle offers reduced recoil and smooth cycling, characteristics that have made the AK-47 platform a global staple.
Distinctive features include its sporting-style stock and a conventional handguard, which separate it visually from its military antecedents. Many find the rifle easily customizable, given the vast aftermarket of accessories and modifications designed for the AK platform. And while the Saiga might be initially seen as a ‘sporting’ or ‘hunting’ rifle, its 7.62x39mm chambering gives it the ability to tackle medium-sized game effectively, and its semi-automatic action makes it versatile enough for various shooting sports.
Owing to its robust construction, the Saiga 7.62×39 Hunting Carbine promises long-term durability, even in the harshest conditions. Its lineage can’t be ignored; the rifle’s roots trace back to a military design that has seen service in countless conflicts around the globe. In essence, the Saiga offers the civilian shooter a piece of that legacy, adapted for sporting use but without compromising the ruggedness and reliability for which its lineage is famous. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! -L.S.
