Zenitco Russian Izhmash Saiga AK AK74 5.45x39mm 16.25” Semi Auto Rifle
SOLD FOR: $2,425.00
LSB#: LSB260429PT002
Make: Izhmash, Russia
Model: Saiga
Serial Number: 14890539
Year of Manufacture: Modern / 2014
Caliber: 5.45x39mm
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Long Stroke Piston, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: 16.25″ threaded with 74 style muzzle break
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post with protective wings. The rear sight is a square notched leaf sliding sight marked out 1-3. The left side of the receiver has a side mounting rail.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This rifle has a four piece synthetic with straight comb, Zenitco B-10M lower handguard, Zenitco B-19 upper handguard, Zenitco RP-1 bolt knob, Magpul checkered semi pistol grip, and grooved metal buttplate with trapdoor for a cleaning kit (Missing). There is light handling wear. There are scratches throughout. There are a few deep compression marks in the buttstock. There are a few spots of light thinning on the rails. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 12.75″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall this stock set rates in about Very Good condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One Bulgarian 30-round magazine in Very Good condition, one Izhmash plum 30-round magazine in Good condition, and one Izhmash 10-round magazine.
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original, All serialized parts match
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 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and operational wear. There are scratches and thinning throughout. There is operational wear from the safety switch. There are a few spots of light surface rust forming on the gas tube/block. The screw heads are sharp and rivets range from marred to unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Good – Very Good 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 three magazines and the installed ALG trigger.
Our Assessment: This Russian Izhmash Saiga is a modern AK-pattern semi-automatic rifle chambered in 5.45x39mm, the cartridge associated with the AK-74 family of rifles. Manufactured in 2014, this example has been outfitted with desirable Zenitco accessories including a B-10M lower handguard, B-19 upper handguard, and RP-1 bolt knob, along with a Magpul pistol grip, AK-74-style muzzle brake, side optics rail, and three included magazines. The rifle retains its classic long-stroke gas piston operating system, adjustable front sight, rear sight marked 1–3, and fixed buttstock with trapdoor buttplate.
This Saiga is in about Good-Very Good condition overall, retaining about 96% of its black metal finish with handling and operational wear, scratches and thinning throughout, safety selector wear, and a few spots of light surface rust forming on the gas tube/block. The furniture rates in Very Good condition, showing light handling wear, scratches, a few deeper compression marks in the buttstock, and light thinning on the rails, but no chips or cracks. The bore is bright with sharp rifling, no erosion, and rates 9 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The action functions correctly, the markings are clear, and all serialized parts are listed as matching. This rifle comes with one Bulgarian 30-round magazine, one Izhmash plum 30-round magazine, and one Izhmash 10-round magazine, making it a desirable setup for collectors of Russian Saiga rifles, AK-74-pattern rifles, and Zenitco-equipped 5.45x39mm builds. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P