Morrissey INC East German AK Kit 7.62x39mm 16.25” Semi-Automatic Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,575.00
LSB#: LSB250724OL005
Make: MORRISSEY INC
Model: East German Kit, Receiver: AAM-47 from Morrissey
Serial Number: Receiver: AA001068 Trunnion: 84 MM 1428
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 7.62x39mm
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Gas Operated, Long Stroke Piston, Fed by detachable magazine.
Markings: The trunnion is marked “84 MM 1428”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “MORRISSEY INC / BLOOMINGTON MN / MOD: AAM-47 / CAL:7.62 X 39MM / SN: AA001068”. The left side of the dust cover is marked “428”. The left side of the trigger is marked “TAPCO USA / G2”. The slanted muzzle break is marked “TAPCO USA”.
Barrel Length: 16.25” threaded.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a post between two protective ears, and the rear sight is an adjustable tangent “u” notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a four piece synthetic with straight comb and smooth checkered grip. There is light handling and storage wear. There are scattered light scuffs and scratches. The buttplate is smooth. The LOP measures 12.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None.
Type of Finish: Matte 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 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows very light handling wear and operational wear. There are slight scratches throughout. The scratches are concentrated on the left side of the sight assembly. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are crisp. Overall this rifle is in about 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: None.
Our Assessment: This Morrissey AAM-47 East German kit builds into a clean, well-assembled 7.62×39 rifle that will appeal to buyers looking for a modern, ready-to-use AK-style kit. The receiver and trunnion markings are crisp and correct for the build, and the matte-black finish is nearly complete with roughly 99% retention and only very light handling scratches concentrated on the left side of the sight assembly. The synthetic four-piece stock is in Excellent condition with no chips or cracks and a comfortable 12.75″ LOP. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and rates an excellent 10/10 in this writer’s opinion.
Functionally the action cycles and locks up correctly at inspection; we did not fire the rifle. Note that no magazines or accessories are included and the 16.25” barrel is threaded — confirm muzzle-device compatibility before fitting. Overall, this kit-built AAM-47 presents in Excellent condition and is a solid, versatile platform for range use or as the starting point for a custom AK build. Please look at our photos and good luck on your bid! -N.P
