Russian Izhmash Saiga 7.62x39 Semi-Auto Rifle, Pre-Sanctions RWC Import, Embach Armory AK-103 Front-End Conversion, 16.3 in Threaded Barrel with AK-103 Muzzle Brake
Made in Russia by Izhmash and imported by RWC Group during the final pre-sanctions period, this Saiga 7.62x39 stands out for its AK-100/103-pattern front-end conversion by Embach Armory and its factory-marked Russian provenance. It retains desirable AK features like a stamped receiver with magazine well dimples and a right-side optics side rail, and it comes configured with a U.S.-made furniture set and an AK-103 two-chamber brake.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
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 handling marks are present on exterior surfaces.
What's Included
- Izhmash Saiga 7.62x39 semi-automatic rifle (as configured)
- 1x 30-round US Palm polymer waffle-pattern AK magazine (palm-tree floorplate)
- AK-103–style two-chamber muzzle brake (installed)
- U.S.-made fixed polymer buttstock (installed)
- U.S.-made ribbed polymer handguards (installed)
- Hogue OverMolded pistol grip (installed)
- Cleaning rod (present)
This Russian-made Saiga is an RWC Group import from the final pre-sanctions era and carries the correct markings: "MADE IN RUSSIA BY IZHMASH," Cyrillic "САЙГА" rollmark, Russian proof/acceptance stamps, and the RWC Group LLC, Tullytown, PA importer mark. The rifle uses the classic stamped AK receiver with magazine well dimples and a 90° gas block, and it retains the right-side receiver optics side rail.
An Embach Armory front-end conversion brings the rifle to an AK-100/103 pattern. The 16.3-inch threaded barrel is fitted with an AK-103 two-chamber muzzle brake, and the original cleaning rod is in place. Iron sights include a protected post front and an adjustable AK tangent rear, providing a familiar and robust sighting setup.
The furniture set is U.S.-made and marked "US" for 922(r) compliance, consisting of an Arsenal handguard and fixed stock. Item information notes a Meridian Defense pistol grip; the rifle currently wears a Hogue OverMolded grip as installed. A FIME Enhanced Trigger is also noted for the fire control group. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches, and the stock includes a rear sling swivel.
Chambered in 7.62x39 with a 30+1 capacity, this Saiga operates on the long-stroke gas piston system with a rotating bolt. It includes one 30-round US Palm waffle-pattern polymer magazine. The combination of Russian manufacture, pre-sanctions RWC import status, and the AK-103–pattern front end make this configuration especially noteworthy.