Description
There is something about an AK wearing real wood that just feels right, and the Riley Defense RAK101 leans into that all the way. This is the classical teak variant of Riley's American-made AKM pattern rifle, chambered in 7.62×39 and built in Charlotte, North Carolina. The stained solid teak buttstock and handguards give it that warm, traditional profile, while the deep black finish on the metal keeps the whole package looking sharp out of the box.
What Makes the RAK101 Worth a Look
Under the wood, this rifle is built the way an AK should be. The receiver is fully heat-treated mil-spec stamped steel, and the front trunnion, bolt, and carrier are all forged rather than cast, which matters a lot for long-term durability on this platform. The 16.25 inch barrel is 4150 chrome-moly with a nitride treatment for corrosion and wear resistance, threaded 14×1 LH and capped with the traditional slant-style muzzle device. Riley also tests major components for hardness and strength and matches receivers, trunnions, and barrels during assembly, so the fit you get is not left to chance.
Practical Touches on the RAK-47C
You get adjustable front and rear sights, a machined side rail for mounting optics, a bayonet lug, a cleaning rod under the barrel, and an extended magazine release that makes swaps a little quicker. It runs a semi-auto closed-bolt action and ships with a 30-round magazine, and it feeds from pretty much any standard AK mag or drum you already own, new production or surplus.
Range Time with the Riley Defense RAK101
Owners consistently report clean rivet work, well-aligned sights, and reliable function with affordable steel-cased ammo, which is exactly what you want from this platform. Whether you are adding a wood-furniture AK to the safe, looking for a fun plinker that eats cheap 7.62×39, or just want a classic rifle made here in the States, the RAK101 checks those boxes without drama.
Key Specifications
- Model: RAK-47C (RAK101)
- Manufacturer Part Number: RAK101
- UPC: 860247000702
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm
- Action: Semi-automatic, closed bolt
- Capacity: 30+1
- Barrel: 16.25" 4150 chrome-moly, nitride finish
- Thread Pattern: 14×1 LH
- Receiver: Fully heat-treated mil-spec stamped steel
- Trunnion, Bolt & Carrier: Forged
- Furniture: Stained solid teak stock and handguards, polymer pistol grip
- Sights: Adjustable front and rear
- Optics Mount: Machined side rail
- Other Features: Bayonet lug, cleaning rod, extended magazine release
- Weight: Approx. 9 lbs (shipping)
- Made In: Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
What’s Included
- Riley Defense RAK101 rifle
- One 30-round magazine
- Cleaning rod (mounted under barrel)
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Riley Defense RAK101 accept standard AK-47 magazines?
Yes. The RAK101 runs standard AK pattern magazines, including new production, military surplus, and drums. It also has an extended magazine release, which makes mag changes a bit easier than on some traditional AKs.
Is the RAK101 made with a forged or cast trunnion?
The front trunnion is forged, along with the bolt and carrier. That is a big deal on stamped-receiver AKs, since the trunnion takes the brunt of the recoil forces and forged parts hold up far better over high round counts than cast ones.
Is the wood on the RAK101 real teak or a laminate?
It is stained solid teak, not laminate. The buttstock and both handguards are teak hardwood, paired with a black polymer pistol grip. Plenty of owners swap the grip for an aftermarket one, but the wood itself gets high marks for fit and finish.
Can I mount an optic on the Riley Defense RAK-47C?
Yes. It comes with a machined side rail on the left of the receiver, so any standard AK side-mount optic setup will clamp right on. If you prefer irons, the front and rear sights are both adjustable.




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