Izhmash Saiga 7.62x39 Pre‑Sanction Russian Semi‑Automatic Rifle, 16.3 In Barrel, TAPCO G2, Pistol Grip, RWC Import
This Russian‑made Izhmash Saiga 7.62x39 is a pre‑sanction import marked by RWC Group LLC, Tullytown PA, and configured as a sporter carbine with a 16.3 inch barrel. It features a TAPCO G2 trigger and a separate polymer pistol grip, plus original-style iron sights. The rifle retains hallmark Izhmash and Cyrillic markings with Russian inspection proofs, and it comes with a substantial magazine set along with factory documentation.
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 significant markings throughout from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for a closer look at exterior wear and markings.
What’s Included
- 1x 50‑round AK‑pattern steel drum magazine
- 4x 30‑round magazines (mix of steel ribbed and a polymer waffle‑pattern type, as shown)
- Izhmash "Self‑Loading Hunting Carbine" service manual (Saiga)
- Factory acceptance certificate with Russian inspection stamps
Built at Izhmash in Russia, this Saiga 7.62x39 uses the AK‑pattern stamped‑steel receiver and long‑stroke gas piston system in a sporting configuration. It was imported by RWC Group during the final window before the July 16, 2014 sanctions halted Saiga imports, and it bears the RWC Tullytown PA import mark. The rifle also shows the Cyrillic "САЙГА" model marking along with Russian proof and inspection stamps including "PK"/"MK03" and a circled "09."
The carbine retains its sporter layout with a polymer Monte Carlo stock (rear sling swivel) and a polymer sporter handguard. A separate polymer pistol grip has been fitted. The 16.3 inch barrel has an unthreaded muzzle. Controls include the right‑side safety/selector and a bolt‑hold‑open tab. Length of pull measures 13.75 inches.
Sighting is via robust iron sights: a protected front post paired with a tangent rear sight. The receiver has no left‑side optics rail, reflecting the sporting configuration.
A TAPCO G2 trigger is installed. The package includes a 50‑round steel drum magazine and four 30‑round magazines (mixed steel and polymer types), supporting the listed 50+1 capacity.