Marco Vorobiev

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A veteran of the elite Soviet Spetsnaz, now a U.S. citizen, Marco Vorobiev conducts firearms training classes using the methods he learned during his service. As a writer-consultant, Marco has handled and tested even the rarest AK variants. He is a prolific writer and contributor for firearms media, and has written hundreds of articles on AK history, training, practical application, modification and improvement. His articles have appeared in numerous firearms publications, including Guns & Ammo and Shotgun News.

Oddities: The AK Bullpup?

The K-3 Armenian Avtomat is an AK bullpup configuration. Here’s how this oddball and related AK variants came to be.

AK-74: Soviet Blaster for the 5.45x39mm Cartridge

Developed in 1970, the AK-74 in 5.45X39mm was the Soviet’s answer to the U.S. Army’s M16 in 5.56mm NATO.

AK-12: Is This The Final AK?

The AK-12 has improved ergonomics and modularity over the AKM, AK-74 and AK-74M.

How To: Properly Sight In The AK

Shooting an AK, or any gun for that matter, is only fun if you hit your targets. And to hit intended targets, one must know how to properly sight in the AK.

Great Aluminum AK Handguards

Check out these great aluminum AK handguards to turn your Kalashnikov rifle into a more tactical firearm.

The AK: Rifle for the Motherland

The AK-47 is a storied rifle design with a long and compelling history. It has grown from simple origins to one of the most prolific rifles of all time.

Simpler is Better: The AK’s Design

The AK is pretty simple in design, which is what makes the resilient battle rifle a masterpiece.