Inter Ordnance AK47, 1000 RDS Later - Finally made it!

Published on July 14, 2016
Duration: 14:13

This comprehensive review details the performance of an Inter Ordnance AK47 after 1000 rounds, conducted by Rob Ski. The analysis includes rigorous durability tests like drop tests, sand immersion, and water submersion, alongside detailed internal component inspection. Ski, an expert in AK platforms, highlights specific wear points, potential manufacturing defects such as loose rivets and a deformed gas piston tail, and issues with optics mounting. Despite some cosmetic and functional challenges, the rifle maintained safe headspace, demonstrating a degree of resilience under extreme conditions.

Quick Summary

After 1000 rounds, the Inter Ordnance AK47 maintained safe headspace, passing a no-go gauge test. However, detailed inspection revealed significant wear, including on the bolt carrier and trunnion, a deformed gas piston tail, and poor rivet quality. Durability tests like drops and submersion showed mixed results, with the rifle experiencing malfunctions but retaining barrel finish integrity. Optics mounting proved problematic due to side rail incompatibility.

Chapters

  1. 00:11AK Rifle Introduction & Initial Issues
  2. 01:17Manufacturer Response & Fixes
  3. 01:42Optics Mounting Issues
  4. 02:29Cosmetic Wear & Tear
  5. 02:50Drop Tests Performance
  6. 03:23Wood & Gas Tube Condition
  7. 03:43Dust Cover Issue
  8. 04:13Sand Tornado Test
  9. 05:10Creek Submersion Test
  10. 06:29Push-up Test
  11. 06:54Internal: Bolt & Locking Lugs
  12. 07:57Internal: Bolt Face & Firing Pin
  13. 08:21Internal: Bolt Carrier & Trunnion Wear
  14. 09:00Internal: Gas Piston Tail & Buffer
  15. 09:41Internal: Trunnion & Rivet Quality
  16. 11:18Internal: Trigger & Magazine Catch
  17. 11:59Internal: Gas Tube & Finish Durability
  18. 12:50Internal: Gas Block & Front Post
  19. 13:30No-Go Gauge Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the initial problems encountered with the Inter Ordnance AK47?

The Inter Ordnance AK47 initially experienced issues with loose iron sights and magazines that did not feed properly, requiring careful sorting to find compatible ones. The speaker also noted a gap between the front lower handguard and the receiver, and chipped wood near the sling loop.

How did the Inter Ordnance AK47 perform in extreme durability tests?

The rifle endured drop tests on concrete, a 'sand tornado' test causing malfunctions, and creek submersion with only a single light primer strike. Despite these, it maintained safe headspace and showed surprising barrel finish durability.

What internal wear and manufacturing defects were observed after 1000 rounds?

Inspection revealed wear marks on the bolt carrier and trunnion, a deformed gas piston tail, a tilted receiver rivet with a gap, a protruding barrel pin, and a loose front sight post. The gas tube also became loose.

Were there any issues with mounting optics on the Inter Ordnance AK47?

Yes, the speaker reported that three different RS Regulate mounts were incompatible with the rifle's side rail due to an obstruction or dimensional incompatibility, preventing the use of optics during the testing period.

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