As we know the Kalashnikov certainly qualified as one of the most significant firearm designs of this century. The robust construction, excellent handling characteristics and overall design integrity has yet to be surpassed.

    With an increasing civilian demand, Poly Technologies Inc. manufactured the Legend Series AK-47/S. This weapon was patterned off the original Kalashnikov, but in a semi-auto configuration. This has made the AK-47 in a semi-automatic version available to gun enthusiast, and firearm collectors worldwide. Simply stated, we ignored trendy designs and cost saving compromises, opting instead for quality based upon proven designs and manufacturing techniques. Utilizing the highest quality components available, the Legend Series offers unquestioned value. Still today, The same quality holds true to every part purchased off this site.

    The Polytech AK-47/S like the original features a genuine machined (Milled) receiver. An extraordinary piece of craftsmanship, the hammer forged machined receiver of the AK-47/S involves over 110 individual steps. Each receiver is fitted to an ordinance-grade barrel specially selected for uniformity and accuracy potential. Of course the bore and gas piston arehard chromed to resist corosion and extend service life. The trigger mechanism retains the original type "double hook" design for maximum safety and reliability, yet reduces trigger overtravel and offers a smoother engagement with considerably less "creep". All critical components are heat treated for superior strength. True to its heritage, the Legend Series AK-47/S is furnished with an original pattern knife bayonet. Manufactured in both a fixed wood stock, and an underfolder configuration. The Legend Series weapons came available in March of 1988.

    Manufactured in China by Poly Technologies Inc., the AKS-762 is the semi-auto version of the Chinese AKM (Type-56) assault rifle. The Poly Tech ASK-762 features an ordinance-grade barrel carefully inspected to insure that it meets stringent military specifications. The bore and gas piston are hard chromed to resist corrosion and extend service life. Like the Legend, all critical components have been specially heat treated for superior strength. Other features include enlarged safety and magazine release levers which also offer considerably smoother operation. The trigger mechanism retains the original AK-47 type "double hook" design for maximum safety and reliability, yet reduces trigger overtravel and offers smoother engagement with less "creep".

    A detachable version of the spike bayonet is provided with the wood stock model. The side folding AKS-762is the semi-auto version of the PRC's new Type 56-2 assault rifle, so there is no provision for mounting a bayonet. The AKS-762 was manufactured in a fixed wood stock, underfolder, and sidefolder configurations.

Specifications for the AKS 7.62 x 39mm
Caliber:	7.62 X 39mm (Soviet)
Weight:	8.4 lbs. (Empty)
Barrel:	16 2/5 in. Chrome Lined Bore and Chamber. Cold Hammer forged.
Rifling:	Four lands and grooves. RH twist, one turn in 240mm/9.45 in.
Length:	Overall 34 3/8 in. (Wood Stock) 34 5/8 (Side Folder)
Reciever:	Stamped Receiver

Included in Factory Packing:	Optional Accessories:
Box with styrofoam insert (marked with serial number of rifle) 3 30rd box magazines 1 Bayonet with Scabbard 1 Owner's manual 1 Oil Bottle 1 Cleaning Rod 1 Bore Brush 1 Patch Holder 1 Combination Tool 1 Sling	Quick Loading Device Sight Adjusting Tools (Windage and Elevation) Blank Firing Device 5-round, 20-round, and 40-round Box Mags 75-round Drum Magazine Magazine Carry Pouch

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Specifications for the SKS 7.62 x 39mm
Caliber:	7.62 X 39mm (Soviet)
Weight:	7.9 lbs. (Empty)
Barrel:	20 9/20 in. Chrome Lined Bore and Chamber. Cold Hammer forged.
Rifling:	Four lands and grooves. RH twist, one turn in 240mm/9.45 in.
Length:	Overall 40 7/20 in.
Reciever:	Stamped Receiver

Included in Factory Packing:	Optional Accessories:
Brown box with foam insert (marked with serial number of rifle) 3 30rd box magazines 1 Bayonet with Scabbard 1 Owner's manual 1 Oil Bottle 1 Cleaning Rod 1 Bore Brush 1 Patch Holder 1 Combination Tool 1 Sling	Quick Loading Device Sight Adjusting Tools (Windage and Elevation) Blank Firing Device 5-round, 20-round, and 40-round Box Mags 75-round Drum Magazine Magazine Carry Pouch

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    Two companies in the Peoples Republic of China produced the M14 rifles, Polytech Industries and Norinco. The Chinese semi-automatic M14 rifles have been exported to Canada and the United States for sale to private owners. Three companies imported Chinese M14 rifles into the United States prior to the September 1994 enactment of the Violent Crime Control Act. IDE and Keng's imported Polytech Industries M14S rifles. Century Arms International imported both Polytech Industries and Norinco M14 rifles. Polytech Industries M14S rifles in the U. S. are generally regarded as pre-94 ban. Some of the Norinco M14 rifles were sold prior to 09/13/94 and some were warehoused by the importer then sold after 09/13/94. If a Chinese made M14 rifle was not assembled with sufficient U. S. made parts prior to 09/13/94 (to allow installation of a flash suppressor per the March 1989 import ban) the rifle must comply with the 1994 ban on semi-automatic rifle features. It is best for the owner of a Chinese made M14 rifle to check with the U. S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives regarding a specific rifle serial number. Some of the Polytech Industries M14S rifles are marked on the receiver heel and some are not. In either case, the serial number is stamped on the receiver below the stock line. Norinco M14 rifles are marked on the scope mount side of the receiver. Norinco M14 type rifles are marked M14 Sporter and M305. Polytech Industries rifles have a better reputation for receiver surface machining and finish over the Norinco rifles. The Presidential Executive Order import ban of March 1989 affected the Chinese M14 rifles brought into the United States. Subsequent to the import ban, Chinese M14 type rifles entered the US market with a rubber recoil pad instead of the buttplate, the bayonet lug ground off, the flash suppressor castle nut welded on and the flash suppressor either removed or installed without the open slots. Some of the Chinese M14 rifles were rebuilt by the importer after the March 1989 import ban with U. S. made parts including the USGI flash suppressor. This was legal until the September 1994 ban.

Specifications for the M14S 7.62 x 51
Caliber:	7.62 x 51mm
Weight:	11.5 lb. (Empty)
Barrel:	22 in. Chrome Lined.
Rifling:	Four lands and grooves. RH twist, 1:12 inches.
Length:	Overall 46.5 in
Reciever:	Gas-operated, rotating bolt

Included in Factory Packing:	Optional Accessories:
Box with foam insert 3 20rd box magazine 1 Owner's manual 1 Sling	M6 bayonet with M8A1 sheath Blank Firing Device 5, 10, 15, 20,and 30rd Box Mags M14 Picatinny Rail Versapod Bipod and adapter

Accurizing Tips - A competent gunsmith can enhance the accuracy of any M14 type rifle. Some of the procedures he may perform include: checking the operating rod spring guide for parallel, padding the hand guard, gluing the spindle valve open, measuring the operating rod spring for proper length, unitizing and shimming the gas cylinder to the front band, tuning the trigger group, bedding the stock, backing off the flash suppressor set screw, reaming the flash suppressor, polishing the gas piston, hand fitting various parts, installing National Match front and rear sights, and lapping the bolt.

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