RARE PreBan PolyTech AK47/S National Match Legend NM47 7.62×39 21” AKM
SOLD FOR: $3851
WOA#: WY230919SW050
Make: Poly Technologies
Model: AK47/S NM47 (National Match Polytech Legend Series)
Serial Number: NM47-0366
Year of Manufacture: Pre 1989
Caliber: 7.62 x 39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Long Stroke Gas Piston
Markings: Left side of the receiver marked “386 NM47-0366 / NATIONAL MATCH”, “MODEL AK-47/S / CAL. 7.62X39MM / SEMI-AUTO”, “K F S ATLANTA, GA.”, “ POLY TECH / BEIJING CHINA”, “MADE IN CHINA”. The right side of the receiver is marked “S” and “F” by the safety lever and some Chinese script at the rear which roughly translates “Precision Gun”. The left side of the bolt carrier is marked “0366”.
Barrel Length: 20.75” threaded with thread protector. (Comes with Conical Muzzle Brake in box).
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post with protective ears and the rear sight is a “U” tangent notch leaf marked from “1 – 8” and “n” for the battle position.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a 3 piece original hardwood with a checkered pistol grip, elongated fixed buttstock, and 2 piece handguard. The LOP measures 13.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate has a trap door (finger pincher) cleaning kit storage compartment (comes with kit in box). The stock rates in about Excellent – Like New overall condition with no handling wear. There are a couple faint compression marks on the buttstock. Other than that the stocks are pristine.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 10rd and One 30rd 7.62×39 Chinese Flat Back Polytech Legend Series Magazines in Excellent condition. Total of two magazines.
Type of Finish: Blued
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 faint drag lines and light scratches in line with Chinese Imports. The receiver is just beginning to turn a faint plum color. (Will become more vibrant over time like a fine wine). The hammer is a vibrant plum color, considered a signature feature of old Chinese Imports. The markings are clear and screwheads sharp with unmarred pins. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent-Like New condition. It appears to be unfired.
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 Polytech Legend comes with its box and foam retainer, owner’s manual, total of two magazines, buttstock cleaning kit, oiler, sling, Conical Muzzle Brake and plastic gun sleeve. All accessories are in Excellent condition.
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 AK-47/S also known as the “Legend” 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 in all its honey wafer-like goodness, 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 AK-47S is a very rare variant only having been imported for two years, making it all the more Rare. Add that this is a National Match variant and you have something more special than most AK collections in the world. Has it risen to Ultra-Rare status, perhaps. This is like the 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 AK-47S is built with a milled receiver. Of all the rare and few milled receiver variants of AK, this Legend makes the top of the desirables list. There were only about a few thousand of these rifles ever imported into the U.S. (and that’s being generous) and this particular one based on the condition of the barrel and internals has not been fired at all. The 386 in the serial number means this comes to you straight from the Fujian Province of China imported to Kings Firearms Specialty. Win this rifle and make her the safe queen that all safes in the world need and deserve. From deep within the AK world of enthusiasts, this ChiCom is arguably the best AK variant ever imported. I could go on and on about this National Match Legend like I already have – how it’s an AK with AR-15 like accuracy (yes way), or how the Chinese script found on the receiver is keen to select fire Chinese AK’s found in the 20k plus range here in the U.S., or maybe even how this one comes with its Conical Muzzle Brake, a collector’s item in itself. But I’ll save your time so you can get your bid on. Please see our photos and good luck! -L.S.
