Valmet M71 - How Does it Shoot in Full Auto?
The Valmet M71, an early commercial AK-pattern rifle, is examined for its full-auto performance. Despite being chambered in 5.56mm, it exhibits significant recoil and muzzle climb, attributed to an over-gassed system common in AK designs. The M71's historical context as the first Western commercial AK variant and its market availability in .223 Remington due to ammo scarcity are discussed.









