Riley Defense AK47 - Follow Up...

Published on February 24, 2018
Duration: 9:27

This follow-up review of the Riley Defense AK47 reveals significant technical issues, including bolt carrier deformation potentially caused by the Tapco hammer and critical headspace failures with No-Go gauges. Magazine fitment required manual modification, and live fire testing showed consistent feeding problems with surplus and hollow point ammunition. The rifle is deemed a 'mix-match' and requires warranty repair.

Quick Summary

The Riley Defense AK47 exhibited critical headspace failures, closing completely on No-Go gauges. Bolt carrier deformation was observed, potentially due to the Tapco hammer. Magazine fitment required manual filing, and live fire tests showed frequent failures to feed with various ammunition types.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Purpose
  2. 00:13Bolt Carrier Deformation Analysis
  3. 00:37Headspace Testing (No-Go Gauges)
  4. 01:50Headspace Testing (Field Gauge)
  5. 02:24Magazine Fitment Issues
  6. 04:00Live Fire: FMJ Reliability
  7. 05:52Live Fire: Hollow Point Reliability
  8. 07:09Conclusion & Warranty Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What critical headspace failures were found on the Riley Defense AK47?

The Riley Defense AK47 failed headspace tests by closing completely on both CIP and SAMI No-Go gauges with zero effort. This indicates a significant manufacturing defect where the headspace is too large, posing a potential safety risk.

What caused the bolt carrier deformation on the Riley Defense AK47?

The deformation on the bolt carrier tail of the Riley Defense AK47 appears to perfectly match the profile of the Tapco hammer installed in the rifle. This suggests the hammer is causing excessive wear or deformation during operation.

Did the Riley Defense AK47 have issues with magazine fitment?

Yes, the Riley Defense AK47 exhibited poor magazine fitment. The reviewer had to manually file the magazine well area to allow surplus magazines to lock in, and even then, the fit remained tight and difficult.

How did the Riley Defense AK47 perform during live fire reliability testing?

Live fire testing revealed significant reliability issues. Surplus magazines experienced multiple failures to feed with FMJ rounds, and hollow point ammunition consistently failed to feed even from a Tapco magazine.

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