Winchester Training Tip on Shooting an AK-47 Rifle: Guns & Gear|S7 Pro Tip

Published on October 6, 2015
Duration: 3:30

This guide details how to operate and reload an AK-47 style rifle, highlighting differences from AR platforms. It covers magazine insertion by rocking it into place and charging the weapon via the charging handle. The video also explains the AK's unique safety lever operation and the 'click' indicating readiness for reloading, emphasizing the need for a slower reload process due to weak-hand involvement.

Quick Summary

To properly load an AK-47 magazine, firmly seat the front into the magazine well, then rock it back against the receiver until it clicks securely. Charging is done by reaching over the gun to the charging handle, pulling it back, and releasing it. The safety is manipulated by pushing the lever down to disengage and forward under the trigger guard to re-engage.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction to the AK-47
  2. 00:36Winchester Defender Ammunition
  3. 00:52How to Run the AK-47
  4. 00:55Loading the AK-47 Magazine
  5. 01:22Charging the AK-47
  6. 01:30Manipulating the AK-47 Safety
  7. 02:05Modern AK-47 Upgrades
  8. 02:08Reloading the AK-47
  9. 02:19AK-47 Reloading on a 'Click'
  10. 02:37Reloading Procedure
  11. 03:15Conclusion: Running the AK-47

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you properly load a magazine into an AK-47?

To load a magazine into an AK-47, firmly seat the front of the magazine into the magazine well. Then, rock the magazine back against the receiver until it clicks securely into place. Ensure it is fully seated before proceeding.

What is the correct way to charge an AK-47 rifle?

The recommended method for charging an AK-47 is to reach over the gun to the charging handle, pull it fully to the rear, and then release it. This technique is often preferred due to the firearm's magazine placement.

How does the AK-47 safety lever operate?

The AK-47 safety lever is manipulated by placing your trigger finger forward. Push the lever down to disengage the safety and prepare to fire. To re-engage the safety, push the lever forward under the trigger guard.

What does a 'click' mean when shooting an AK-47?

Unlike many modern firearms where a 'click' can indicate a malfunction, on an AK-47, a 'click' signifies that the last round has been fired and the firearm is ready for reloading. It's an intended function.

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