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Arsenal Black Cerakote 4-Piece Flash Hider: A Proper AK Upgrade

Arsenal’s Bulgarian 4-piece flash hider is one of those AK parts that’s earned its reputation through decades of real-world use, not marketing hype.

The modern twist is the black Cerakote finish, a feature that upgrades a classic military design into something better suited for today’s shooters who actually run their rifles.

If your AK uses 24×1.5mm right-hand threads, this is a direct-fit, no-nonsense upgrade that delivers both function and longevity. [Read more…] about Arsenal Black Cerakote 4-Piece Flash Hider: A Proper AK Upgrade

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Molot RPK – A Must Have Piece of History For Any True Collector

“The window of opportunity is small,” this statement rings true the most when it comes to firearm imports.  Great products become collectors’ items in a drop of a hat.  Most of the time due to geopolitics. This is what happened to the FIME Group RPK-47 and RPK-74.  A true semi-automatic version of their squad automatic counterparts, built in the same factory.  A rare piece that is often cloned by different nations, kit built and imitated here in the US.  This isn’t just a story about the guns themselves; it’s about timing, import reality, sanctions, and how a narrow window produced a rifle that’s now basically a sealed chapter in American collector history. [Read more…] about Molot RPK – A Must Have Piece of History For Any True Collector

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The Arsenal SAM7K-44: The AK Pistol With a MILSEPC AKSU Pedigree

The SAM7K-44 AK pistol is one of the current configurations of the SAM7K system, a platform that has been coming to our shores and enjoyed by Americans for well over a decade. Owners have experienced the quality, fit, and function you would expect from Arsenal, but there is a deeper-rooted military lineage with this model than simply being an AK pistol—one tied directly to Russian and Bulgarian AKS-74U history. [Read more…] about The Arsenal SAM7K-44: The AK Pistol With a MILSEPC AKSU Pedigree

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Arsenal Stainless Steel Elevation Wrench: Precision Where It Matters

Arsenal’s Stainless Steel Elevation Wrench is one of those tools most shooters don’t think about until they need it.

Designed specifically for adjusting front sight elevation on Arsenal and AK-pattern rifles, it solves a problem that’s often underestimated: making precise, repeatable elevation adjustments without damaging critical sight components. [Read more…] about Arsenal Stainless Steel Elevation Wrench: Precision Where It Matters

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Arsenal SAM7K-28GY: A Short-Barrel AK With Substance

Arsenal’s SAM7K-28GY SBR greets you with weight, steel, and intent the moment you pick it up. Before a round is chambered, the milled receiver, the 8.5-inch cold hammer forged chrome-lined barrel, and the CNC aluminum stock assembly all signal this isn’t a novelty build. It’s a compact Kalashnikov done properly, with durability and heritage forged into its bones. [Read more…] about Arsenal SAM7K-28GY: A Short-Barrel AK With Substance

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Barnaul 7.62×39 123gr FMJ Bimetal Case & Bullet (500 rds): A Proven Performer for AK Shooters

Barnaul 7.62×39 123gr FMJ has long been a staple for shooters running AKs, SKSs, and modern 7.62×39 platform. It’s built with durability in mind, engineered for consistent performance, and packaged for shooters who put real volume through their rifles. [Read more…] about Barnaul 7.62×39 123gr FMJ Bimetal Case & Bullet (500 rds): A Proven Performer for AK Shooters

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Eternity Case for Arsenal’s SAM7SF: Built for the Long Haul

The Eternity Case for the Arsenal SAM7SF perfects the rifle case by focusing on what matters most: protection, structure, and long-term reliability.  People obsess over rifles, optics, triggers, and ammo, but overlook the one item that keeps everything intact. [Read more…] about Eternity Case for Arsenal’s SAM7SF: Built for the Long Haul

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Hunting Season

As another year has gone mostly by, my favorite day of the year has passed. Opening Day of Dove season. It is the Super Bowl of hunting season. Going to the gas station at an unholy hour and seeing it packed with camo. And it also lets me know the other hunting seasons are coming up.  [Read more…] about Hunting Season

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SAM7K-44 Genesis: Top-Tier AK Product by Arsenal

Sometimes, you catch sight of a firearm that exudes sexy on a level that you’ll move heaven and earth to add to your collection. 

Arsenal’s SAM7K-44, aka the Genesis, falls into this category. Bulgarian-made with an SM-22 Picatinny rail, you can accessorize this firearm for optimal performance, showcasing modularity at its finest. [Read more…] about SAM7K-44 Genesis: Top-Tier AK Product by Arsenal

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Firearms as an Investment

 I am sure you have heard at least once that firearms are an investment. If not, maybe you had the thought yourself. That idea is true. Firearms are an investment in more than one way.  [Read more…] about Firearms as an Investment

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Barnaul 7.62×39 FMJ Bimetal & Bullet: The Honda of Ammo

Quality ammunition is crucial for achieving accuracy, ensuring safety, and maintaining reliability. Usher in Barnaul’s 7.62X39 123gr FMJ Bumetal Case & Bullet 500rds, Russian ammo with a sterling reputation imported before sanctions. [Read more…] about Barnaul 7.62×39 FMJ Bimetal & Bullet: The Honda of Ammo

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Arsenal’s Remarkable Durability

An Arsenal rifle survives a total loss house fire!

On December 20th, 2024, a house erupted in flames in Northern Wisconsin. The cause of this total loss fire was a chimney fire in the upper level of the house. The home was an A-Frame design with a metal roof, because of this the fire and heat funneled and vented through the front and back of the house. [Read more…] about Arsenal’s Remarkable Durability

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Armscor 1911

In the great debate of “what’s the better handgun: 1911 or Glock?”, I always fall on the side of 1911. Glock pistols shoot well, but they just don’t feel good to me. The 1911 feels good in my hands. The angle of the grip, the weight, and even the recoil when shooting. Growing up in California, the ammo capacity advantage didn’t really exist. Plus, with modern technology, that isn’t really a factor at all anymore.  [Read more…] about Armscor 1911

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