History
From Icon to Legacy: The Rise and Fall of the AK
We take a look at the meteoric rise of the AK-47 and what subsequently led to its diminished popularity in the past 20 years.
Category AK
- Buyer's Guide
Best AK-47 Rifles [2026]
Not sure what AK-47 to get? We cover the basics, pros/cons vs the AR-15, and our favorite foreign and US-made AK models across all budgets.
- Beginner's Guide
Best Rifle Slings of 2026: AR-15, AK-47 & More [Hands-On Tested]
We take a look at our favorite rifle slings for AR-15s, AK-47s, lever-actions, and even hunting rifles. Come see what made the cut.
- Review
Chiappa RAK-9 Review: Best Budget AK PCC?
Join us as we take the Chiappa RAK-9 to the range to see how it performs, what kind of quirks it has, and what you can do to make it better.
- AR-15
Pew Pew Tactical Staff AR-15s: What We Use
Get an inside look at our Pew Pew Tactical staff AR-15s. Clones, top-shelf home defense, and do-it-all SHTF rifles – we own them all!
- Gear Reviews
Best Magpul PMAGs
Why are PMAGs so great? We hands-on review literally every single model from the AR-15 variants (M2 vs M3) to Glock, AR-10, Scorpion, AK, and even drums.
- AR-15
8 Best AR-15 & AK Pistol Braces [Hands-On & Video]
Not sure which pistol brace to get...or the legalities? We cover the top choices for AR-15 and AK braces with an emphasis on price and usability.
- Review
7 Best Optics for the AK Platform [LVPOs, Red Dots & More]
We take a look at some of the best optics for the AK-47 platform -- from scopes to red dots; we have it all.
- Buyer's Guide
8 Best AK Pistols: 7.62, 5.56, & 9mm [Ultimate Guide]
Who doesn't like a short AK? Come learn all about AK pistols, why you definitely want one, and which are the best of the best.
- Video
PSA Krink Review: Compact Firepower in 5.56mm
Dive into the pros and cons of the PSA Krink, including the beloved AK design, compact size, and fireball accuracy.
