
My
Century Arms Centurion 39 Sporter AK-47 chambered in the powerful and
cheap to shoot 7.62x39 needed an update. With the prices of .223 these
days, I found myself pushing a lot of rounds with with the AK simply due
to the cost and availability of the ammo. The plastic factory forend
began to fail after about a half a year of being beaten down and the
accuracy due to the 4140 machined ordinance steel receiver was begging
for an optic to tighten things up at distance. Although the stock grip
on the Centurion was far better than most, I still pined for one of the
great AR15 style grips I was accustomed to.
Today
we are fortunate to have a huge array of AK-47 aftermarket parts
available from mild to wild. The challenge is that the AK-47 designs
vary a little or a lot so in most cases “some fitting may be required”
is a typical caveat found on most AK-47 accessory packaging.


The
quality, fit and finish are all top notch on the MI AK-47 forend. The
rail is available in a variety of color options including the FDE
version shown. For me the most important aspect of this rail is that it
has retained zero even after some substantial hit. All around a great
investment in my AK that has delivered big accuracy advantages with
optics out on the range.

The
2-7 magnification and BDC reticle really makes a huge difference in my
ability to hit things with any precision beyond the 50-yard range. I am
not going to say the AK-47 is your next long range precision prairie dog
precision rifle, however it delivers 1”-100 yard - 1 MOA groups and can
hold that pretty well out to 200-yards after that things open up a bit
to about 4” groups at 300-yards from realistic field shooting positions.
All that noted, the AK-47 fits the need of a scout rifle for anything
under 400-yards.
Fit
and finish of the Burris is excellent and I really liked also the
overall size and weight which kept things tight and light. The Burris
Scout Rifle Scope is essentially a handgun scope with a Burris Ballistic
Plex which delivers approximate aiming points for shots from 100-500
yards with the 308/.223 rounds. The scope can be used as a handgun
scope. When mounted to a 308 or .223 it lines up pretty well at 100,
200, & 300 yards, however 400 yards seems to align more to the 500
hash mark… your performance may vary. Once you figure out where the
bullts are dropping at distance, it is pretty easy lock down pie-plate
sized hits all the way out to 400-yards with the 7.62x39 AK-47 round. A
great optic that would be equally at home on a handgun, scout focused
AR15 or something like the Ruger Gunsite.

MAGAZINES… I NEED MORE MAGAZINES
- Generally everything on the AK-47 runs perfectly, however I had
receiver some “very inexpensive” mags for testing that were so loose
that I could swear the wind could cause them the wobble and
occasionally deliver a misfeed. On the other hand the Tapco AK-47
magazine have been wonderful and fit very solid, so I loaded up on Tapco
AK-47 magazines during one of the pre-holiday sales to assure I had
plenty of extra magazines handy and have never had a functional issue
due to them.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Although I had the original two included Tapco mags included with my Century Arms Centurion 39 Sporter AK-47 I am very happy I know have a supply of good mags to keep my AK running its best. The Century Arms Centurion 39 Sporter has a lot going for it and the billet receiver does make it a more stable and more accurate AK-47 than the stamped receiver versions. With the addition of the Mission First grip for comfort and the MI Handguard and Burris Scope I now have an excellent package that is considerably more accurate as the yards add up.
Although I had the original two included Tapco mags included with my Century Arms Centurion 39 Sporter AK-47 I am very happy I know have a supply of good mags to keep my AK running its best. The Century Arms Centurion 39 Sporter has a lot going for it and the billet receiver does make it a more stable and more accurate AK-47 than the stamped receiver versions. With the addition of the Mission First grip for comfort and the MI Handguard and Burris Scope I now have an excellent package that is considerably more accurate as the yards add up.
SPECS
MI AK47/74 Universal Handguard
Fits most AK-47s, AK-74s & Variants, Stamped & Milled
No gunsmith install. Installs in minutes using nothing but wrench included in the kit.
High quality T-marked mil-spec 913 rails for lights, lasers, and optics
Lightweight, rugged construction
Weight - 10 oz.
Made 100 un the USA of 6061 aluminum, hard coate anodized for lifetime of service
“Highest quality & most affordable AK handguard on the market”
Lifetime warranty
Available with Stanradr, Optic Specific or 30mm ML2 Topcover.
$124.95 MSRP (standard topcover)
Colors - Black FDE, OD Green
MI AK47/74 Universal Handguard
Fits most AK-47s, AK-74s & Variants, Stamped & Milled
No gunsmith install. Installs in minutes using nothing but wrench included in the kit.
High quality T-marked mil-spec 913 rails for lights, lasers, and optics
Lightweight, rugged construction
Weight - 10 oz.
Made 100 un the USA of 6061 aluminum, hard coate anodized for lifetime of service
“Highest quality & most affordable AK handguard on the market”
Lifetime warranty
Available with Stanradr, Optic Specific or 30mm ML2 Topcover.
$124.95 MSRP (standard topcover)
Colors - Black FDE, OD Green
Burris Scout Rifle Scope 2-7x32
Tube Diameter: 1"
Adjustment Click Value: 1/4 MOA
Adjustment Type: Click
Fast Focus Eyepiece: Locking Ocular
Lens Coating: Fully multi-coated
Warranty: Burris Forever Warranty
Power Variability: Variable 2x-7x
Reticle Construction: Wire
Reticle: Balistic Plex
Illuminated Reticle: No
Holdover reticle: Yes
Finish: Matte
Water/Fogproof: Yes
Shockproof: Yes
Objective Bell Diameter: 1.5"
Ocular Bell Diameter: 1.5"
Eye Relief: 11.0-21.0"
Exit Pupil Diameter: 16.0-4.6mm
Weight: 13.0 oz.
Max Internal Adjustment:Windage: 66 MOA - Elevation: 66 MOA
Street $379
Tube Diameter: 1"
Adjustment Click Value: 1/4 MOA
Adjustment Type: Click
Fast Focus Eyepiece: Locking Ocular
Lens Coating: Fully multi-coated
Warranty: Burris Forever Warranty
Power Variability: Variable 2x-7x
Reticle Construction: Wire
Reticle: Balistic Plex
Illuminated Reticle: No
Holdover reticle: Yes
Finish: Matte
Water/Fogproof: Yes
Shockproof: Yes
Objective Bell Diameter: 1.5"
Ocular Bell Diameter: 1.5"
Eye Relief: 11.0-21.0"
Exit Pupil Diameter: 16.0-4.6mm
Weight: 13.0 oz.
Max Internal Adjustment:Windage: 66 MOA - Elevation: 66 MOA
Street $379
Mission First Tactical Engage AK-47 GripThe
backstrap and finger swells are grooved to provide a non-slip grip
surface. The grip angle replicates the AR-15. The grip features a
secure, water-tight storage compartment
Street $19.99
Street $19.99
Tapco AK-47 Mags
30-Round
Holds 30 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition
Designed for use in the AK-47
Double Stack
Anti-Tilt Follower
Heavy Duty Spring
Body Constructed of Reinforced Composite
Counts as 3 U.S. 922r Compliant Parts (body, floorplate, follower)
Street Price $12.99
30-Round
Holds 30 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition
Designed for use in the AK-47
Double Stack
Anti-Tilt Follower
Heavy Duty Spring
Body Constructed of Reinforced Composite
Counts as 3 U.S. 922r Compliant Parts (body, floorplate, follower)
Street Price $12.99
SOURCES
Shop a huge selection of Firearms and Accessories at Brownells.com - excellent prices and huge selection.
Midwest Industries - https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com
Shop a huge selection of Firearms and Accessories at Brownells.com - excellent prices and huge selection.
Midwest Industries - https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com
Burris Optics - http://www.burrisoptics.com
Mission First Tactical - http://www.missionfirsttactical.com/
Tapco Intrafuse - http://www.tapco.com
Mission First Tactical - http://www.missionfirsttactical.com/
Tapco Intrafuse - http://www.tapco.com
3 comments:
Where are the groups??? Shoot and post please! I'm suspect, since I'm a great fan of 7.62x39 and AK-47, and would choose it anyday over every other light assault rifle/semi-full auto rifle carbine.
Thanks, goodbye.
PS Please remove the annoying captcha!
I have the SOCOM 16 with the Burris Scout mounted low. The quick acquisition and clarity of the optic are superb and I can hit a hogs eye at 200 yards consistently. I'm glad I chose the Burris over the Leopold scout, the extra .25 magnification comes in handy when you need to go past the 300 yard mark. Jackie Provost
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