American Rifleman

Build Your Own AK-47: Part 3—Populating a Factory-Built Receiver

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American Rifleman

Build Your Own AK-47: Part 2—Populating the Barrel

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The National Interest

Revealed: How You Can Build Your Own AK-47, Glock or Even AR-15

The Glock 17 is one of the easier weapons to make at home. The Glock 17’s lower receiver is made of polymer, which is easier to work with than aluminum, though neither are forgiving to mistakes. Glock ...
The National Interest

You Can Build Your Very Own Glock, AR-15 or AK-47

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, the agency that regulates gun ownership in the United States, recognizes that individuals have a historical right to make their own firearms.