Make: Norinco (China North Industries Corp.)

Model: MAK-91 National Match

Serial Number: 9301032

Year of Manufacture: 1993 (Pre-Assault Weapons Ban 1994)

Caliber: 7.62×39mm

Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Detachable Magazine-Fed Rifle

Markings: The left side of the milled receiver is marked “National Match MAK-91 7.62x39 JPE Pomona CA.”, factory code “386”, and “NM93 01032”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “Norinco Made in China”. The right side of the receiver is marked “S F” (Safe/Fire). The rear sight is marked “1-8” with “D” for the battle position. The left side of the bolt carrier and right side of the dustcover are marked “01032”.

Barrel Length: 18”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post with protective hood. The rear sight is a tangent-style leaf sight with a “U”-notch adjustable from 100–800 meters and a battle “D” position.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is black polymer. The fixed buttstock has a rear sling bar. The two-piece handguard is smooth, ventilated polymer. The gas tube is ported. The pistol grip is integrated into the buttstock, replicating the RPK-style furniture. The LOP measures 14.5” from the trigger to the back of the stock. The furniture shows minimal handling wear with slight scuffing; overall, it is in Excellent condition.

Magazine Quantity & Condition: None

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is very bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains approximately 95% of its original blued finish. There are scattered minor scratches and slight thinning at high points and edges from careful handling and storage. Screwheads and pins are sharp and unmarred. Markings remain clear and legible. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good–Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: The Norinco MAK-91 National Match rifle is a highly desirable variant of the iconic Kalashnikov family, imported just before the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban. Featuring a heavier 18-inch barrel, milled receiver, and enhanced sights, it offers improved accuracy and durability compared to standard AK-pattern rifles. This example remains in original, excellent mechanical condition, chambered in the robust and proven 7.62×39mm cartridge. Its pre-ban status and exceptional condition make it particularly collectible for AK enthusiasts, collectors, and shooters alike.