Loading your AK-47

Published on September 22, 2015
Duration: 8:50

This guide details the 'workspace reload' technique for charging an AK-47, emphasizing an underhand grip on the charging handle. The instructor, with apparent experience, advocates for this method to maintain control, engage large muscle groups, and keep eyes on the battle space, drawing parallels to pistol reloads. The technique aims for efficiency and safety in tactical scenarios.

Quick Summary

The 'workspace reload' technique for an AK-47 involves inverting the rifle and using an underhand grip on the charging handle. This method is advocated to maintain control, engage large muscle groups, and keep eyes on the battle space simultaneously, promoting efficiency and safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Introduction to 7.62x39mm and AK-47 Charging
  2. 00:21Demonstrating the Underhand AK-47 Charge
  3. 00:33Viewer Question: Why Invert the AK?
  4. 00:59The Simple Answer: Treat All Guns the Same
  5. 01:04The Workspace Reload Concept
  6. 01:20Workspace Reload for Pistols
  7. 01:38Managing Workspace and Battle Space
  8. 02:03Engaging Large Muscle Groups
  9. 02:11Demonstration: Weapon Control and Stripping
  10. 02:51Importance of the Workspace Reload
  11. 03:06Workspace Reload for AR-15 Platform
  12. 03:27Why Switch Up the AK Charging Method?
  13. 03:39Weakness and Fatigue Considerations
  14. 04:22Taking Eyes Off the Battle Space
  15. 04:38Dropping the Rifle to Charge
  16. 05:04Removing Firing Hand from Fire Control
  17. 05:14Maintaining Full Control of the Gun
  18. 05:37Workspace Reload for AK-47 Makes Sense
  19. 05:45Addressing the 'Can't See the Charging Handle' Argument
  20. 06:11No Visual Confirmation Needed for Charging Handle
  21. 06:27Training's Role in Effective Gun Running
  22. 06:36Why We Run Our AKs This Way
  23. 06:50Getting the AK into Battery
  24. 07:00The Problem of a Hot AK
  25. 07:13Handguard Size Comparison
  26. 07:24Positive Control of the Gun
  27. 07:36Running the AK-47 More Effectively
  28. 07:42Conclusion: Workspace Reload for AK-47
  29. 07:48Final Thoughts and Hand-off

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'workspace reload' technique for an AK-47?

The workspace reload for an AK-47 involves inverting the rifle, reaching underneath to grasp the charging handle, and pulling it rearward to chamber a round. This method allows the operator to maintain control, engage large muscle groups, and keep eyes on the battle space.

Why is the underhand charging grip recommended for AK-47s?

The underhand grip on the AK-47's charging handle is recommended because it engages larger muscle groups, making the rifle harder to strip from your control. It also allows you to maintain peripheral vision of your surroundings while operating the weapon.

Does the AK-47's charging handle position affect the workspace reload technique?

While the AK-47's charging handle is on the right, the underhand workspace reload technique remains effective. It avoids the fatigue of holding the heavy rifle in awkward positions and ensures consistent operation, similar to how one might handle a pistol.

Is it necessary to see the charging handle when reloading an AK-47?

No, it is not necessary to visually confirm the charging handle when performing the underhand workspace reload on an AK-47. Proficient operators develop muscle memory and spatial awareness, knowing the handle's location relative to their firing hand.

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