Posted August 5, 2015 7:00 pm by Comments

By Nick Leghorn

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I reviewed the original Mk47 Mutant and I loved it. Like most new firearms it had one or two things that could use a little polish, but overall if you’re looking for a good AR-15 that shoots cheap and reliable 7.62×39 ammunition the Mk47 is well worth a look. CMMG announced this week that they are expanding the Mk47 line to include shorter barrels and California-compliant versions, which is good. The only thing I’m complaining about is that they still don’t have the upper available as a standalone SKU. So because the receiver set is proprietary, you either need to buy the factory SBR and wait forever for ATF clearance or you buy the pistol and have a nearly useless range toy for a few months. Still, progress and all that. Presser after the fold . . .

CMMG’s Mk47 MUTANT has been the most talked-about rifle of 2015. Built around the 7.62x39mm caliber, the MUTANT features a shortened AR-10-sized bolt carrier group that is paired with a unique upper and lower receiver to minimize weight and increase ergonomics. One of the primary benefits of the Mk47 design is its ability to accept existing AK magazines. After thorough review and …read more

Source:: Truth About Guns

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