The famous AK 47 was developed by Mikhail Kalashnikov and was accepted for Russian Military service in 1947. AK represents Avtomat Kalashnikova, they were first produced by the Izhevsk Arms Factory. The AK47 Assault Rifle was designed to be simple, reliable, and easy to manufacture. The AK operating system is gas-operated with a rotating bolt, known for loose tolerances that perform well in dirty and harsh conditions. The AK Rifle has matured into several different models including the AKM and AK 74 Rifle just to mention a few. Fielded in over 100 countries and adopted by 55 different nations. The legendary reliability of the AK 47 design and system has made it a favorite of US recreational shooters and collectors for many years. Atlantic Firearms offers the widest selection of AK 47 for sale and also features AK Pistols, AK Shotguns, and other Kalashnikov AK47.