Preproduction wz89 Onyx: the Polish Krinkov

Published on November 26, 2025
Duration: 1:04

This expert review details the pre-production Polish WZ. 89 Onyx, a compact AK variant. The firearm features a 3-round burst capability, a side-folding stock, and a rear sight reminiscent of the AKS-74U. Unlike later models, this pre-production version lacks a rifle grenade launching capability. Production was limited to approximately 200 units due to political factors rather than technical issues like muzzle flash.

Quick Summary

The pre-production WZ. 89 Onyx, also known as the Polish Krinkov, is a rare compact AK variant with semi-auto, full-auto, and 3-round burst capabilities. Unlike later models, this early version lacks rifle grenade launching. Its limited production of ~200 units was attributed to political factors, not technical flaws.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Pre-production WZ. 89 Onyx
  2. 00:04Safety and Fire Modes
  3. 00:17Side Folding Stock Mechanism
  4. 00:24Top Cover and Rear Sight
  5. 00:34Muzzle Device & Grenade Capability
  6. 00:51Production Numbers & Political Factors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WZ. 89 Onyx?

The WZ. 89 Onyx is a pre-production Polish compact AK-pattern firearm, often referred to as the Polish Krinkov. It features semi-auto, full-auto, and 3-round burst firing modes, along with a side-folding stock.

What distinguishes the pre-production WZ. 89 Onyx from later versions?

The primary distinction highlighted is the absence of a rifle grenade launching capability on the pre-production model. Later patterns of the Onyx were designed with a muzzle device capable of launching rifle grenades.

Why was the WZ. 89 Onyx production limited?

Production of the WZ. 89 Onyx was severely limited, with only about 200 units made. The video suggests this was primarily due to political shifts and changes in the geopolitical landscape, rather than technical issues like excessive muzzle flash.

What are the key features of the WZ. 89 Onyx's operation?

The WZ. 89 Onyx features a simple safety lever for safe/fire and a separate selector lever for choosing between semi-auto, full-auto, or 3-round burst modes. It also has a side-folding stock operated via a lever.

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