Ak Pistol

vostracker · November 10, 2008, 11:46 AM

Denny,
Have you done a article on the Ak style pistols? If not, would you consider one? It would be interesting to see Mr. Thompson thoughts if they were viable as a PDW in a security application or even as a HD weapon. If its something you might consider, I'd like to see one used with a single attached sling and the new LaRue Tactical "AK-IronDot". They are available in 5.56 and 7.62, so I guess caliber would be the owners choosing. I know there are some who will say, just get a underfolder AK, but the AK and AR pistols are interesting items.

rogertc1 · November 11, 2008, 06:34 AM

I have an AK and an AR pistol. Neither are really practical. They are just toys.

Denny Hansen · November 11, 2008, 01:48 PM

We'll look into it.

langloisandy · November 13, 2008, 03:56 PM

Vos,

This is a topic that I have been following (as have a folks whom I train with).

A few folks have found that the AK pistol fits the niche of a higher powered "pistol" that they can carry with a CCW in a vehicle as the carry of a rifle violates state law.

I have been modifying THIS harness for AK use:

http://andysgunthoughts.wordpress.com/uzi-harness/

With a 1" (or 1.25") strap to come from the shoulder harness. Some folks like a double harness to keep it stable...

Andy

vostracker · November 13, 2008, 06:36 PM

Langloisandy: Those are the same thoughts I had about the AK and AR pistols. I think combined with a sling and the new Larue Tactical "Ak-Irondot", they would increase the accuracy and utility of the firearm. Have you tested accuracy with and without the harness out to 50+ yards? I would think the rifle cartridge would also increase leathality at an extended range that a pistol caliber might not be sufficient.

Scott Oldham · November 14, 2008, 04:39 PM

Both pistols (AR and AK) are very limited niche items for certain circumstances. Both may have a place but only within a very small operational envelope....other than being fun that is. I'm currently finishing testing with an RRA 10.5" 5.56mm LAR pistol, runs good, with training-and an optic- it is fairly accurate out to 50 yards or so.

November 10, 2008, 11:46 AM	#1
vostracker Senior Member Join Date: February 4, 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 416	Ak Pistol Denny, Have you done a article on the Ak style pistols? If not, would you consider one? It would be interesting to see Mr. Thompson thoughts if they were viable as a PDW in a security application or even as a HD weapon. If its something you might consider, I'd like to see one used with a single attached sling and the new LaRue Tactical "AK-IronDot". They are available in 5.56 and 7.62, so I guess caliber would be the owners choosing. I know there are some who will say, just get a underfolder AK, but the AK and AR pistols are interesting items.

November 11, 2008, 01:48 PM	#3
Denny Hansen Staff Emeritus Join Date: June 29, 2001 Location: Prescott Valley, AZ Posts: 2,422	We'll look into it. __________________ S.W.A.T. Magazine Weapons, Training and Tactics for the Real World Join us at TFL or at AR15.com or on Facebook

November 13, 2008, 03:56 PM	#4
langloisandy Senior Member Join Date: June 27, 2006 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 104	AK Pistols Vos, This is a topic that I have been following (as have a folks whom I train with). A few folks have found that the AK pistol fits the niche of a higher powered "pistol" that they can carry with a CCW in a vehicle as the carry of a rifle violates state law. I have been modifying THIS harness for AK use: http://andysgunthoughts.wordpress.com/uzi-harness/ With a 1" (or 1.25") strap to come from the shoulder harness. Some folks like a double harness to keep it stable... Andy __________________ Andy Langlois' Scout Rifle Ching Slings www.andysleather.com Will swap my custom leather for: VZ61 parts, 9mm AR upper and AK Bits

November 13, 2008, 06:36 PM	#5
vostracker Senior Member Join Date: February 4, 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 416	strap Langloisandy: Those are the same thoughts I had about the AK and AR pistols. I think combined with a sling and the new Larue Tactical "Ak-Irondot", they would increase the accuracy and utility of the firearm. Have you tested accuracy with and without the harness out to 50+ yards? I would think the rifle cartridge would also increase leathality at an extended range that a pistol caliber might not be sufficient.

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November 11, 2008, 06:34 AM	#2
rogertc1 Junior member Join Date: December 17, 2004 Location: Maquoketa Posts: 1,335	I have an AK and an AR pistol. Neither are really practical. They are just toys.

November 14, 2008, 04:39 PM	#6
Scott Oldham Junior Member Join Date: March 17, 2007 Location: USA Posts: 2	Both pistols (AR and AK) are very limited niche items for certain circumstances. Both may have a place but only within a very small operational envelope....other than being fun that is. I'm currently finishing testing with an RRA 10.5" 5.56mm LAR pistol, runs good, with training-and an optic- it is fairly accurate out to 50 yards or so.