Izhmash Saiga 7.62x39 Semi-Auto Rifle, Custom Russian Red AKM-Pattern, Pre-Sanctions, 16.3" Threaded Barrel
This pre-2014 Izhmash Saiga blends the proven Kalashnikov sporting platform with tasteful, post-import upgrades. Built in Russia and stamped with authentic Izhmash and Rostest cartouches, it retains the Saiga sporting receiver while adopting AKM features such as a threaded, chrome-lined barrel and a two-chamber AK-74 style muzzle brake. The addition of Russian red laminated birch furniture gives the rifle classic battlefield aesthetics while maintaining collector appeal.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor superficial scratches and small finish blemishes are present, consistent with light handling.
What’s Included
- 1× 30-round orange bakelite 7.62×39 AK magazine (Russian pattern)
- Canvas two-point sling (Russian pattern)
The 16.3-inch chrome-lined barrel is threaded 14×1 LH and capped with a post-import AK-74 style two-chamber brake that helps tame muzzle rise without compromising the rifle’s classic lines.
Russian red laminated birch wood furniture replaces the original sporting stock set, offering a fixed stock, matching handguard, and pistol grip that mirror period-correct AKM styling while providing a 13-inch length of pull.
The stamped 1 mm receiver uses the traditional AKM six-rivet pattern and long-stroke gas piston system, delivering the reliability for which the Kalashnikov design is known.
Factory Cyrillic “САЙГА” markings, Izhmash proof stamps, and the absence of later import marks verify its Russian origin and pre-sanctions import status—details valued by collectors.