Nodak Spud NDS-2 5.45×39 Semi-Auto Rifle Bulgarian AK-74 AKM B-74 AKM & Mag
SOLD FOR: $1,550.00
LSB#: LSB250530EM007
Make: Nodak Spud LLC
Model: NDS-2 (Bulgarian Kit)
Serial Number: J006845
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 5.45×39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Gas Operated, Long Stroke Piston
Markings: The left side of the trunnion is marked “KI 29 2186”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “MOD: NDS-2 / CAL: 5.45X39 / NODAK SPUD LLC / EDINA MN. USA”. The rear of the dust cover is marked “2186”. The right side of the carrier is marked “186”. The bolt and extractor are both marked “186”. The muzzle brake is marked “US”. The left side of the grip is marked “½”. The right side of the receiver is marked with Cyrillic for the safety options.
Barrel Length: 16.25” threaded. 18.25” with Muzzle Brake.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post between two protective ears, and the rear sight is an adjustable tangent “u” notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is 3 piece Bulgarian with finger grooved buttstock with left mounted sling ring and metal buttplate with trap door for cleaning kit storage compartment (no kit included). The pistol grip is checkered synthetic. The two piece handguards are wood with appropriate hand swells. The LOP measures 12 7/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition. The checkering on the grip is crisp with sharp peaks. There is light to mild handling wear.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 30rd 5.45×39 Brown Polymer magazine in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original to build
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no operation wear. The finish is strong and complete throughout. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are crisp. Overall this rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a total of one magazine.
Our Assessment: This is not your average kit build. Professionally assembled by Mario Fraire of Piece of History Firearms in Tucson, Arizona—widely regarded as one of the finest AK builders in the country—this Bulgarian AK-74 is a meticulous fusion of Cold War authenticity and American craftsmanship. Built from a carefully selected and matched Bulgarian parts kit on the highly respected (and now discontinued) Nodak Spud NDS-2 receiver, this rifle is about as close as you can get to the real-deal military AK-74 while remaining in semi-auto configuration.
Whether you’re an AK purist, a Cold War reenactor, or a modern enthusiast looking for a top-tier example of the 5.45×39 platform, this Bulgarian AK-74 build checks every box. With Nodak receivers no longer in production and kit builds of this quality growing scarce, rifles like this are becoming harder to find—and even harder to replicate. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
