Blue Jean Operator takes a look at the Kalashnikov USA KR-103 if it is a serious rifle... "Today we'll be finally reviewing the Kalashnikov USA KR-103 (KUSA's AK-103 clone).
I've reviewed quite a few American made AK's on this channel (mainly from PSA), but finally we are going to see how one of KUSA's flagship rifles compares to what else is out there.
Like PSA, Kalashnikov USA makes their rifles completely in house, not relying on foreign made parts kits to assemble the firearm.
The Airsoft Headquarters share what they think of the Lancer Tactical Kalashnikov USA Licensed KR9 SBR. The Kalashnikov USA KR-9 SBR is a 1:1 replica of the real steel firearm, with a rust and scratch-resistant stamped steel receiver and a matte black finish. It features a 20mm top picatinny rail for mounting optics, lights, and magnifiers, as well as a sight mounting rail for AK style optic mounts. The folding wire stock makes it compact and ideal for CQB.
Diles46 takes a look at the licensed and budget friendly Kalashnikov USA KR-104 Airsoft AEG made by Lancer Tactical. The Lancer Tactical x Kalashnikov USA Licensed KR-104 SBR Airsoft AEG Rifle with Folding Stock in Black is a 1:1 scale replica. It has a lightweight polymer receiver for maneuverability and durability, and a built-in sight mounting rail for attaching AK style optic mounts.
Kalashnikov USA (not related to Russia's Kalashnikov Concern) got their CORE-1 Red Dot Sight available at their store... "Kalashnikov USA is proud to introduce our military grade CORE-1 – 2 MOA Red Dot sight provides fast target acquisition for users by using the unlimited eye-relief and the aligned aiming point reflected on the collimated lens. The fully sealed and waterproof forged 7075-T6 housing supports users to carry out their missions in the harshest environments.
Airsoft GI tests the durability of the Kalashnikov USA Polymer AK Airsoft made by Lancer Tactical... "There have been metal and plastic ak platforms in airsoft before, but there has never been a reinforced polymer receiver! Kalashnikov USA and Lancer Tactical have released their new line of polymer airsoft AKs and they are sweet! But will they survive our torture test? Let's find out together!"
We'll be seeing airsoft replicas of Kalashnikov USA weapons soon via Lancer Tactical/KTT International as they the companies announce an exclusive licensing agreement. Kalashnikov USA is not connected to Kalashnikov Concern and produces Kalashnikov-style firearms in the USA since Russian-made Kalashnikov rifles cannot be imported into the U.S. due to sanctions in place.
Which of the U.S.-made Kalashnikovs will be released in the airsoft market? We'll just have to wait for further announcements. Hmmmm....
Press release below:
Forgotten Weapons has put up a feature video of the Kalashnikov USA KP-9, which is Kalashnikov USA's take on the PP-19-01 Vityaz SMG... "The PP-19-01 Vityaz is a development of the PP-19 Bizon, a submachine gun developed by Izhmash at the request of the Russian Interior Ministry in the early 1990s.
A US version of the Vityaz SMG is checked out by Larry Vickers for this Vickers Tactical video. The Kalashnikov USA KR-9M SMG is based on the Vityaz, which fires the 9mm round and is manufactured locally. If you are looking for an airsoft version of the Vityaz, you'll need to look for the LCT Airsoft PP-19-01 AEG.
Larry Vickers got his hands on the Kalashnikov USA KS-12T Shotgun, which has parts interchangeable with the Saiga-12 Shotgun, for this Vickers Tactical episode. This is a semi-auto, magazine fed shotgun which can be either 5, 8, 10, and 12-round magazines, or even the 20 round shotgun drum magazine. Hopefully we get an airsoft version of this and we don't mind if it uses the Tokyo Marui AES tech as it can take in a drum magazine.
Something from the Kalashnikov USA which you may want to have airsoft versions that Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical checked out when he was at the SHOT Show 2017... "Larry heads over to Kalashnikov USA to take a look at the finest in their new lineup: the K9 series as well as the KS-12 gauge shotgun."
