IMI UZI Model A 9mm Pre-Ban Semi-Auto Carbine, Action Arms Import, 16-Inch Barrel, Folding Stock
This IMI UZI Model A is a pre-1989 Action Arms import from Israel, configured as a civilian semi-auto 9mm carbine. It features the classic stamped steel receiver with IMI - ISRAEL markings and the ACTION ARMS, LTD Phila. Pa import stamp. The rifle retains key Model A details including the L-type flip rear sight without windage adjustment, a 16-inch barrel with ventilated shroud, and a top-mounted non-reciprocating charging knob. It is SA-prefix marked for semi-auto and includes a folding steel stock, with an excellent bore condition noted.
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 markings from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for a close look at surfaces and markings.
What's Included
- Two 32-round steel UZI-pattern magazines
- One 25-round steel UZI-pattern magazine
- Two-point nylon web sling
Built by IMI and imported by Action Arms prior to the 1989 ban, this Model A carbine represents the classic civilian semi-auto UZI configuration. The receiver carries the correct IMI - ISRAEL and ACTION ARMS, LTD Phila. Pa markings, along with SA-prefix semi-auto serialization. The stamped steel construction and Israeli manufacture align with original commercial import standards from the era.
The carbine uses a closed-bolt blowback action with a top-mounted, non-reciprocating charging handle. A factory top cover warning plate is present. Controls include a manual safety and a selector with S/F markings. The maximum capacity is 32+1 when using standard 32-round magazines.
Sighting is via iron sights: a protected front post and an L-type dual-aperture flip rear calibrated for 100 and 200 meters. As correct for the Model A, the rear sight does not include windage adjustment.
The 16-inch barrel is fitted with a ventilated shroud, and the rifle is equipped with a folding steel stock (8.5-inch length of pull), a polymer pistol grip, and a ribbed polymer foregrip. The bore condition is excellent, with sharp rifling and a clean, mirror finish.