Izhmash Saiga 7.62x39 Semi-Auto Rifle — Pre-Ban Russian AKM-Pattern, 16.3 in Barrel, 10+1
This Russian-made Izhmash Saiga in 7.62x39 is a pre-ban import, brought in before the 2014 sanctions halted Saiga imports. It retains its factory sporter configuration with a Monte Carlo stock and one-piece fore-end, bilingual model/caliber markings, and EAA Corp Cocoa, FL importer stamp. Built on a stamped AKM-pattern receiver with magazine-well dimples and a side dovetail rail, it offers the hallmark Saiga blend of Russian manufacture and civilian sporter features.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal markings from previous handling and use.
What’s Included
- 1x 10-round short-body polymer detachable box magazine (inserted)
Made in Russia by Izhmash and imported by EAA Corp, this Saiga preserves its original sporter layout, including a fixed Monte Carlo-style polymer stock and a one-piece fore-end that covers the gas tube. Factory bilingual markings read "SAIGA 7,62x39" and "САЙГА 7,62x39," alongside "MADE IN RUSSIA BY IZHMASH" and the EAA Cocoa, FL import stamp.
The rifle uses a stamped steel AKM-pattern receiver with the correct rivet pattern and magazine-well dimples. Its action is the classic long-stroke gas piston system with a rotating bolt, paired with a right-side manual safety lever marked with an S/F selector legend. The overall finish is matte black for a clean, utilitarian look.
Furniture is black polymer with a molded pistol-grip area and a trapdoor buttplate compartment. The stock provides a 13.5-inch length of pull. Sling attachment points include a rear swivel at the toe and a front loop at the fore-end, offering straightforward carry options.
Barrel length is 16.3 inches in steel with a cylindrical unported muzzle piece. Sights are iron: a hooded front post and an AK-pattern tangent rear. An AK side dovetail rail is present on the receiver. Capacity is 10+1 with the included short-body 10-round magazine.