Russian Molot VEPR 308-1 Super .308 Win 21.5” Semi-Auto AK Rifle, MFD 2016
SOLD FOR: $1,400.00
LSB#: LSB260120RS038
Make: Molot-Oruzhie
Model: VEPR Super
Serial Number: EA5119
Year of Manufacture: 2016
Caliber: .308 Win
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Long Stroke Piston, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the trunnion is marked “16 V EA 5119”. The left side of the sight block is marked “FIME GROUP / LAS VEGAS NV USA”. The right side of the sight block is marked “VEPR-SUPER / .308 Win / MOLOT-ORUZHIE LTD. / VYATSKIE POLYANY RUSSIA” The bolt and bolt carrier are marked “119”.
Barrel Length: 21.5″.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post sight between two protective ears. The rear sight is a flip “U” notched leaf for different ranges. The left side of the receiver has a scope rail.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The buttstock is a two piece checkered wood with a thumb hole stock with cheek piece, checkered pistol grip, checkered and grooved forend, and a vented rubber buttpad. There is little to no wear throughout. There are a few light scratches throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 5rd magazine and one 10rd magazine in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original
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 in 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no wear. There are a few light scratches. There is light operation wear on the receiver. The screw heads are sharp and the rivets are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates 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: This rifle comes with the mentioned magazines, paperwork, cleaning kit, and box.
Our Assessment: The Molot VEPR Super is a premium sporting variant of the VEPR rifle line, manufactured by Molot-Oruzhie in Vyatskie Polyany, Russia. Built on the heavier RPK pattern receiver, the VEPR platform is known for its strength, durability, and improved accuracy over standard AKM pattern rifles. The “Super” configuration reflects a sporting orientation with refined wood furniture, thumbhole stock, and enhanced ergonomics. Chambered in .308 Winchester, a cartridge introduced in the 1950s and widely used for hunting and precision shooting, the VEPR Super offers the power of a full size rifle cartridge within the reliable Kalashnikov operating system.
This example was manufactured in 2016 and retains about 99 percent of its original black finish with only minimal handling wear and a few light scratches visible. The checkered wood thumbhole stock set with cheek piece shows very little wear and remains in Excellent condition with no cracks or chips. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no visible erosion, rating 9 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The rifle includes one 5 round and one 10 round magazine along with the original box, paperwork, and cleaning kit. The action functions correctly and the rifle presents as a high condition example of the VEPR Super built on the robust RPK style receiver. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P
