Izhmash Saiga-12 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 18.5 Inch Threaded Smoothbore, RAAC Import, Side-Folding Stock, 9+1
This Russian-made Saiga-12 from Izhmash is a RAAC-imported, AK-pattern 12 gauge with proven gas operation and familiar controls. It features an 18.5 inch threaded smoothbore barrel with a knurled thread protector, a side-folding skeletonized stock, and a polymer fore-end with an integral lower accessory rail. Russian proof and import markings are present, and the bolt and carrier show matching assembly numbers. It comes with a 9-round detachable box magazine.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific condition notes: There are markings from previous handling and use, and light areas of surface rust are present throughout. The bore is bright and clean.
What’s Included
- 1 polymer Saiga-12 detachable box magazine (9-round), marked "AZ, USA"
- Knurled thread protector (installed)
Built on a stamped-steel AK-pattern receiver, this Saiga-12 retains the platform’s familiar paddle-style magazine release and manual safety selector, with an AK-pattern adjustable rear sight leaf. The length of pull measures 13.25 inches, and the overall finish is matte black.
The 18.5 inch smoothbore barrel is threaded and fitted with a knurled thread protector. The chamber is 3 inches (marked "12x76 18,3"), and the bore is clean and mirror-bright. This configuration supports the Saiga’s detachable box magazine system and the listed 9+1 capacity with the included 9-round magazine.
Furniture includes a side-folding, skeletonized stock with a ventilated rubber buttpad and hinge block, a black polymer pistol grip with finger grooves, and a polymer handguard with horizontal ribs and an integral lower accessory rail. A sling loop is installed on the left side of the fore-end.
Markings include "MADE IN RUSSIA BY IZHMASH," Russian proof/inspection marks, and "RUSSIAN AMERICAN ARMORY COMPANY SCOTTSBURG, IN" import stamp. Selector positions are marked "S" and "F," and the bolt and bolt carrier show matching assembly numbers "0452." The included magazine is marked "AZ, USA."