New from Reptilia: The CQG-AK Grip Brings Modern Ergonomics to Classic AKs

New from Reptilia: The CQG-AK Grip

Reptilia just dropped their newest upgrade for AK enthusiasts—the CQG-AK Grip—and it’s tailor-made for AKM-pattern rifles and pistols. Built for shooters who want modern control without sacrificing the rugged simplicity of the AK platform, the CQG-AK is Reptilia’s answer to decades of outdated grip angles and hand-fatiguing ergonomics. Crafted from reinforced nylon, the CQG-AK features … Read more

Obscure Object of Desire: Norinco Sporter Hunter

The Norinco Sporter Hunter, or Hunter, or Sporter, or Hunter Sporter. Yeah, it was known by a lot of names depending on when it was imported and by whom. But it’s an interesting AK pattern rifle by any name. Mine is marked as the Sporter Hunter. These are real oddball Chinese AK rifles made specifically … Read more

Obscure Object of Desire: SIG SAUER 556R Rifle

The SIG 556 rifles didn’t have a great run in the United States. They lasted around ten years and came in various calibers and configurations over that time. They died an uneventful death in 2017. Throughout their lives, they were plagued with issues. Early guns had accuracy and reliability issues and weren’t well regarded, especially … Read more

NEW: Palmetto State Armory PSA 9mm AKV

Coming this fall from Palmetto State Armory: the PSA 9mm AKV, an American-made 9x19mm Parabellum Vityaz. The Vityaz is a Russian AK design based on the AK-74. For the AK lovers among us this should be a serious hit. Last week I had the opportunity to run the prototype during an event at the High … Read more

Essex UK Police Uncover “Terrifying Stash” of Guns and Explosives

Terrifying stash of guns and explosives found in Essex the headline at metro.co.uk trumpets. Given the fact that we’re talking about two manky AKs, a shotgun a handgun of some sort, four microwave-ready explosive parcels and one Saran-wrapped grenade, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Metro’s hysterical headline and motto — “News . . . but not … Read more

Gear Review: CMC AK Elite Trigger (Curved, Flat, and Traditional AK Shoes)

CMC’s AK Elite single stage drop-in trigger for the Kalashnikov family of arms has been on the market for a little while now. But I’m sure you know that because fellow Armed Intelligencia cohort Jon Wayne Taylor put out his review of the trigger with flat shoe last month. We were both unaware the other … Read more

First Look: Inter Ordnance (IO Inc) Rifles

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If you haven’t heard of Inter Ordnance, or IO Inc., they manufacture various models of AK-47s, AR-15s, a couple variations of 1911s and are working on more… Many of their AR/AK variations are 100% American made, with some having a combination of Domestic and Imported parts (mostly imported furniture).

We recently got to head out to their Palm Bay, Florida facility and check out their AK and AR lineups.

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First Look: Inter Ordnance (IO Inc)

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I recently had the pleasure of attending a factory tour and product demo for Inter Ordnance (IO), located in Palm Bay, Florida. If you haven’t heard of Inter Ordnance, or IO Inc., they manufacture various models of AK-47s, AR-15s, a couple variations of 1911s and are working on more. Many of their AR/AK variations are 100% American made, with some having a combination of domestic and imported parts (mostly imported furniture) . . .

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OMG! A Banana! With a Rifle! OMG!

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According to 12 News an unnamed man was cited by Beaumont, Texas police on Saturday while standing in front of a gun store and wearing a banana suit…with an AK slung across his back. Nothing to see here, officers: the man was working for the store’s owner. Notice I said cited, not arrested: the man was also waving a placard with an arrow, directing customers to the ‘Grand Re-Opening’ sale for the Golden Triangle Tactical store. This open display of commerce apparently violates a Beaumont municipal ordinance, which bans soliciting business while on or alongside a roadway . . .

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