RARE PreBan Chinese PolyTech AKS-762 7.62×39 16” AK47 AKM w/ Factory Box
SOLD FOR: $3,051.99
WOA#: WY230919SW067
Make: Poly Technologies
Model: AKS-762
Serial Number: PW85-762-08968
Year of Manufacture: Pre 1989
Caliber: 7.62 x 39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Left side of the trunnion is marked with the Factory 416 stamp and “PW85-762-08968”. The left side of the receiver is marked “MODEL AKS-762 / CAL. 7.62X39MM / SEMI AUTO”, “POLY TECH / BEIJING CHINA”. The right side of the receiver is marked “S” and “F” by the safety lever. The bottom of the receiver is marked “IMPORTED BY: KFS ATLANTA GA.”. The left side of the bolt carrier is marked “08968”. The rear of the upper handguard on the metal is marked “8968”. The 3 magazines are marked “POLY CHINA” on the bottom.`
Barrel Length: 16.25” threaded with flat removable lug.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded post and the rear sight is a “U” tangent notch marked from “1 – 8” and “D”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are its original full wood stock. The buttstock is a fixed stock with sling ring in the bottom and metal buttlate with trap door for cleaning kit storage compartment (kit included). The LOP measures 12.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition. There is no handling wear.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Factory Polytech 3x 30rd 7.62×39 Steel Magazines in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued. The trunnion and hammer are turning a vibrant plum color.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no operation wear. The markings are clear and screwheads sharp with the unmarred pines. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition. This rifle appears unfired post import.
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: Factory Box, sling, owner’s manual, plastic sleeve, cleaning kit, oiler, spike bayonet, takedown tool, and total of 3 magazines.
Our Assessment: If you look at the tag on a Chinese import from the retail store you might think, “chintzy, cheap, junk.” As true as that can be said about furniture and electronics, nothing could be further from the truth when it comes to Chinese firearm imports. What’s the difference? Well, I am glad you asked. At heart, Chinese import made weapons were produced on the same manufacturing lines as their military – simply modified to meet the semi auto requirement to be sold in the U.S. This means the quality is still the same quality produced and needed to fight in war. If you didn’t know why Chinese AK’s are the most sought after AK platform on the AK market, now you know. Coming from a company where you can auction fine art on the 3rd floor and buy missiles on the 27th floor, PolyTechnologies is one of those Chinese icons you can’t get enough of. The AKS-762 was among the first wave of AKs ever imported into the US. The Norinco and Poly Tech surge of imports rode upon the shoulders of the first Valmet and Maadi Ak’s. Valmet came first because it was coming from our Finnish buddies, a Non-Soviet-Good-For-Nothin-Commie country. Maadi then came to us from exotic Egypt but were way too expensive. Unsatisfied with the Valmet AK that didn’t fit the classic look and the Egyptian AK as expensive as a car back then when gas prices were desirable, the US firearms market was hungry for an AK that truly fit the bill for the famous Kalashnikov Rifle. Like Manna from heaven given to the Israelites, Chinese imports hit the shores of the U.S. and the market boomed and gun loving citizens of the United States were satisfied. This particular AKS is still in its factory box with all its accessories making it all the more Rare. Has it risen to Ultra-Rare status, perhaps. Given the fact that this one appears unfired makes this akin to a minty First Edition Holographic Charizard of all pokemon cards. Ok, maybe that’s a tad too far. But this really is a rare opportunity that shouldn’t be missed by no means. This AKS762 was built on the military spec type 56 receiver from stamped sheet metal. The 416 factory mark means this comes to you straight from Qingdao, Shan Dong Province, East central China imported to Kings Firearms Specialty. Win this rifle and make her the safe queen that all safes in the world need. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
