SAM7 AK Is Overrated: Full Nutnfancy Review

The internet tells me this is the best AK in the world. The internet tells me lots of things...a few of them are even true. So we'll get to the bottom of that claim is this one of kind Nutnfancy GRV on the SAM7 AK variant.
You see I remember well when this $1400 AK was introduced to market by Arsenal who then called it a "game changer" and promised the AK world would never be the same after the SAM7's introduction. Many reviewers bought into and furthered this hyped, perhaps more reliable than I in delivering a party line review.
This is addressed in the video and I'll remind you how frequent disconnects happen between savvy marketing and reality.
The we'll discuss the specifics of this 10 lb 9 oz AK variant rifle (can you say "holy hell?"). However we remain grateful to Nate, a TNP Patron for this loaner. It does wear some of his mods, discussed. But at the heart is the Bulgarian milled receiver SAM7 that's over 8 lbs with nothing on it, not even a magazine.
TNP philosophy governs the SAM7 review like SAWC, application of intermediate powered cartridges, 1st/2nd Cool, not making an AK what it wasn't meant to be, and the like. With its elevated price, the SAM7 in all its variations should need no modification, should shoot with supreme accuracy, should be lightweight, should come fully featured in an innovatie way, and should be near perfect with its ergos. Judgments are made here in each of those areas and I will remind you of other AKs that get those things mostly right for A LOT less.
Another touchstone, let's-get-real Nutnfancy gun review not to be missed!
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[@zubdub2506]

"The RAS is the gold standard" Now we all can outright confirm that Nutnfancy has literally no fucking clue what he's talking about. lol

[@joshuawright5408]

I love my sam7sf, without a doubt the smoothest AK I have ever shot, and with 2000 rounds and no weapon related malfunctions I trust it with my life.

[@travistucker7317]

. I have a 7r and sfk. Totally agree

[@bc_usa]

I have the same AK 😁👍

[@A.1.2.K]

Same here. You’ll see me with it when these commie/globalists zombies start coming.

[@JTurn916]

I just bought one. I can’t wait to get my hands on it!

[@victorhasselblad6458]

Purchased my first SAM 7 in 2002 for 525.00 through FAC. It is a milled receiver. Arsenal at that time only made milled receivers. Now have 24 thousand rounds through it. This rifle has needed no parts,even all of the springs are original. 99% of the ammo run through it is wolf.

[@osamaismymama7907]

That would've most likely been the SA-M7 which is american made and no ambi safety. The rifle hes reviewing here also doesn't have an ambi safety which makes me thing its an SA-M7 as well. the actual SAM7 is Bulgarian and has an ambi safety

[@maxmagnus777]

for that price it is worth it. Great buy

[@crims0nmelody]

I’ve seen SAM7’s shoot far better groups than that. Mine shoots far better groups than that. Conclusion: you may have a defective rifle or defective aim.

[@blt308]

Nutn has a video on C39V2 claiming it's an "ARSENAL KILLER" enough said...

[@Leo-pold]

total idiotic point of view, agree..

[@TangoGulf]

Back in the day he nut hugged Arsenal

[@OvertonWindex]

12-13 thousand wolf through mine. I pick it up before the Arsenal.

[@sentinel8711]

LMAO!! NO WAY ????

[@sentinel8711]

lmao

[@3leon306]

-Heard any good sodium jokes lately? - Na

[@3leon306]

@Sigkim that’s quality material! comes with its own rimshot

[@CaolanSuibhne]

It took me a good second or two before it finally clicked... I'm clearly not the brightest crayon in the box.

[@tjoseph205]

i cant listen to this anymore. SAM7 IS A GREAT RIFLE. It is a great rifle and accurate.

[@raavaolinorman6518]

Sam7 is top of the line. And yeah the day of $700 AKs are over. He can have his pot metal hand grenades instead.

[@gattology30cal]

I have owned AK's since the early 1990's. Arsenal produces the nicest guns available. Nutn is smoking crack if he thinks PSA is a better gun. It's laughable.

[@mistamef87]

Is this the new "roast my rig with nutnfancy"? I love it!

[@Mrcrowntown]

New playlist idea haha

[@nutnfancy]

Good idea!

[@sarkardarkstar]

@@nutnfancy tell me how to send you my dumb gun

[@jamesmith5960]

That would be sweet for Nutnfancy to test users systems and rail on them.

[@skidrow84]

Roast my gen 2 glock 23c thats an ex le trade in that i have a lot of le friends tell me thats going to blow up if i use it

[@The-Homecook-0000]

Dude get to the point...Jesus Christ...one of the worst reviews I ever seen in my life....smh...

[@elsea8901]

I absolutely love my SAM7 and would buy it all over again in a second. HIGHLY satisfied with the purchase. 🙏💪🇺🇸💪🙏

[@bluedogguy]

Nathan: Can't wait for Nutn' to review my rifle - it's the cat's ass. Nathan after this review: Unsubscribes from The Project.

[@gsxr1189]

I'm sure he'll be realistic and mature about it. You'd have to have barely watched any TNP to not know exactly what's going to happen when you hand Nutn a 10.5lb $1450 3-4moa AK.

[@tloh141]

@@gsxr1189 to be fair, it's his rifle and not sam7s. i hit 2moa constently with my sam7 with irons. its accurate af. my guess is owner doesnt have it zerod well.

[@alexe589]

How does the zero affect the group size???

[@gsxr1189]

@@tloh141 On the internet everyone's rifle is accurate AF but please tell us how zero affects group size.

[@Rralover]

Gs Xr I wish nutn would have grouped with the muzzle break off. Two reasons first to see if it’s the break and to see if Nathan scratches the muzzle wile changing the break or cleaning the barrel!

[@Matt.Hemple]

Sam7 is one of the best aks out there I have no I idea why you would think it's not. Didnt you say the ras47 was a good gun🤣🤣🤣.

[@j.rob.5943]

Your butt really hurts, eh?

[@sentinel8711]

frankly i think its funny someone would actually listen to him regarding all his personal complaints... folks go out and shoot one and look at the manufactured specs quality of barrel etc etc the paint sucks but its a Damn good AK

[@sentinel8711]

And yes the RAS LMAO!! Ka Boom @!#@%**

[@billjohnsonseattle]

Did you actually listen to what NutnFancy had to say??? He makes his points crystal clear, and unless you want an overpriced AK that is waaay too heavy, go ahead and waste your money. He showed us plenty of better examples of AKs that are far lighter, more accurate AND cheaper.

[@Blipp619]

@@billjohnsonseattle How many AK's do you own, just curious??

[@slc308]

No failures, no issues. Only real complaint is weight... From the guy who said the RAS47 and c39v2 are the new hold standard of aks. When was the last time a Sam 7 blew up from beating itself out of headspace ?

[@nutnfancy]

We’ve shot Centuries a lot her w NO probs. Did you personally experience this or got from a pewtuber? A Palmetto as noted just as accurate and reliable. You got ripped off

[@slc308]

@@nutnfancy yes I had a ras 47 blow up after 153ish rounds. They paid me back for the rifle and for the damages to me. Was super fucking lucky it didn't cut my ulnar artery when it went... Another few millimeters and it would have been bad. Used the extra cash to buy a sam7 and never had a worry or a problem.

[@oldannyboy37]

@@nutnfancy not my personal rifle, but my best friend's was beating it's self to death within 500 rounds. The charging handle was gouging into the top cover with every shot and sticking the BCG to the rear. The receiver was wearing super fast. My MAK 90 had less wear after 5k rounds from my over the years, plus the wear from it's precious owner. The receiver was being gouged and beaten up with every shot fired. He sent it to Century who were nice, but they told him the rifle was fine. The rifle wasn't fine. It was going to self dessemble sooner rather than later. It was barely better than some I.O AKs I've seen that loose parts under use. I respect that yours (and certainly other people's) may not have had issues, but I can't recommend the RAS or Century as a company after seeing that. Some of those rifles are ticking time bombs.

[@Seabass466]

There is no "value" on spending less on a cast trunnion ak. You called the diagraced c39v2 gold standard 🤷‍♂️

[@Justin-nr1mj]

100%

[@slc308]

I made the mistake if buying a RAS47... Nearly nicked my ulnar artery when it blew up. That milled receiver won't blow up.

[@jdaggy81]

@@slc308 Do you have any pictures? For all the people who say that, I've seen maybe 2 and those were several years ago

[@jamesmith5960]

@@slc308 Picture or it didn't happen, god damn these kids worship their version of AK.

[@triston5515]

slc308 I call BS!

[@The100percy]

I've owned my SAM7 for about 25 years now. It's never failed, and one of my favorite rifles to go shooting with. Solid gun. Heavy, maybe for a soy boy. I'll take it over any Palmetto AK. Of course I paid around 400-500 for my SAM7 back in the day, so it's even been a good investment.

[@raavaolinorman6518]

Lmao I am like 130 pounds wet and would have no problem carrying that thing up a mountain. Its no SAM7 but I take my wasr on 20 mile forest hikes fine. Have people seen the vietnamese? Or half of the people who use AK's? They're tiny as fuck and don't whine half as much as nutnfancy

[@j.rob.5943]

@@raavaolinorman6518 sure you do lmao

[@JamesDatWork]

For an expensive AK that is heavy, reliable and one of the most accurate AKs .... I'll stick with my Galil ACE. His only real issue with it was weight.

[@jOhNDoE-rz4kr]

JamesDatWork Hard pass on the ACE varriant.

[@Stranger_Jarn]

Ahh yes, the gun that requires internal rubber bits to cycle properly... the ace. HARD PASS. Kinda defeats the point of being a variant of a reliable AK.

[@jingq2]

After watching your Knights SR15 and now this SAM7 review I realize you should probably stick too your garage teir PSA’s and Century AKs,

[@bc_usa]

I love my SAM7. Its amazing he couldn't say anything positive about the rifle...everyone knows the SAM7 is awesome AK.

[@andrewgross6002]

Bought an npap, sold it. Bought a c39v2 and sold it. Bought a SAM 7 sf and hands down the npap and c39v2 can’t hold a candle to my SAM 7 sf. Save yourself the time and buy the more expensive Bulgarian ak.

[@misha5670]

Buy Once, Cry Once often holds true in firearms. While I like my NPAP and WASR, Arsenals have always been a bit different. Bought my first milled from them in 2004, right after the AWB sunset. Are they perfect? no way, but what firearm is? I enjoy them and in this old world that's what matters.

[@Dustyphoto915]

Click bait. His next video will be how bmw are trash and you should just buy a civic. He must be running out of topics.

[@tjoseph205]

i wonder how many people just stopped watching this video

[@vepraksoldat2963]

SAM7 is one of the best, but best is subjective. My Vepr just as great

[@kenzer1614]

Molot is now sanctioned, so no more are coming in. I know this is an older comment, but still worth noting if anyone is still reading comments.

[@GroovesAndLands]

A buddy of mine bought a slightly used SAM7 back in ~2009 for $700. It is heavy, but really well made. Surprisingly, it seemed to shoot about 1moa with Wolf. Nice rifle.

[@mikeholley4488]

AK's not being sold at value prices anymore have pushed them way down the value ladder. you can get a LWRC IC DI for basically the same price.

[@Excedrine]

The LWRC DI is definitely good value for the money. You'd be hard pressed to build yourself a rifle with that feature set for that price point.

[@godzilla1463]

That's because the days of cheap import parts kit builds are long gone. The surplus parts are nearly all gone. That's where the market is. Hard to say it but it's the truth.

[@boomerisadog3899]

@@godzilla1463 I think op understands why they've become so expensive. The problem some people have with them is that they cost more but aren't any more effective.

[@gnarshread]

Your not wrong. We now live in the world of $500 AR's and $700 AK's and its bullcrap.

[@gr8whitestang613]

And those are damn fine rifles too

[@rangerdanger766]

I have sam 7 side folder, it does not weigh 10 plus lbs. Factory trigger is very nice, smooth 3 lb

[@buddy9577]

ANY GOOD QUALITY RIFLE RATHER ITS A AR OR AK YOUR GONNA PAY AT LEAST 1200,00 TO 1500.00 FOR IT. THE SAM7SF IS NOW SELLING FOR 1800.00. I WILL PAY GOOD MONEY FOR A QUALITY AK. AND THE ARSENAL SAM SERIES IS WELL WORTH EVERY PENNY THERE SELLING FOR.

[@gzitterspiller]

This guy has 0 knowledge on firearms... do not buy bullshit, the arsenal sam7 is the best ak made nowadays. Maybe some bulgarian/russian kit mixed with sharp bros receiver be a little more modern but in terms of metallurgy no one beats the sam7.

[@VASILLEVSKI1878]

Keep in mind this guy recommends the RAS-47 and C39V. Actual hand grenades that explode in people's faces.

[@janetsparks9136]

You sound like a guy who listens to the same music he did 15 years ago.

[@VASILLEVSKI1878]

@@janetsparks9136 You sound like you regret your dog shit purchase of a trash rifle.

[@LatrinaDeshawntey]

leddit tier comment

[@cricket1019]

Where is your evidence Herertic?

[@fullsemiauto5500]

Google it

[@The11eleven]

It would be more accurate to criticize Nathans set up and POU, but that rifle happens to be one of the best AKs on the market, past, present, and distant future

[@Todd_S]

I'm not a big AK fan, but this review is very informative and entertaining. It's why we love Nutnfancy videos. "Cursing it in the desert", not "curse of the desert". Kudos to Nathan for providing this gun to TNP for review.

[@nutnfancy]

Todd!

[@TheBobwatermellon]

Would be a 5 minute review if you didn't love to hear yourself talk

[@0Asterite0]

Isn't this the same guy that says cast front trunnion american made guns are good to go?

[@jimyeats]

I haven’t watched the Century AK review in a while but I think in his testing the Century AK did fine. Not that he specifically was citing that cast trunnions were awesome, just that the gun did fine.

[@vepraksoldat2963]

@@jimyeats not really

[@Beaneeman67]

Yes

[@j.rob.5943]

It’s all about value

[@0Asterite0]

@@j.rob.5943 casting the front trunnion where all the pressure is contained is going beyond providing value into the territory of cheap, weak, and potentially dangerous.

[@Genjinai]

Hey, it's me nutnfancy! I'm here to tell you that the SAM7 AK is overrated, the C39v2 is the golden standard for all AK rifles and the RAS47 is a good AK. The fact that the guys from Century Arms are my buddies and we hang out a lot, as you can see, doesn't influence my "reviews" by one bit. I'm all about integrity and stuff. Wanna hear about the new gun that my friends at KelTec came up with? It's one of the most reliable weapons ever built and has all sorts of 3, 7 and 8 types of cool. Stay tuned for the next video! You will know it's up when you see the nutnfancy integrity beacon light up the sky!

[@KB-kw8ni]

Exactly!

[@HeroOfTheDay545]

I don't think any AK, short of one with unique collectable properties, is worth $1400. The rifle was designed to be a cheap, simple, durable workhorse that gets the job done well enough, and as you say, there's now no shortage of $600 AKs that achieve that. If you want rails, maximum precision, and modularity, an AR will do all that and it will not cost 1400. I'd go as far to say that the AK fanboys who defend the SAM7 are out of touch with the very weapon they claim is the best.

[@sentinel8711]

Lol!!!

[@hopethishelps91]

Few guys at my local range built ar's in 762x39 for around 500. Palmetto state parts

[@sentinel8711]

@@hopethishelps91 that would be a fun project

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

Yeah, but “cheap” didn’t take into account the logistical nightmare it takes to get a foreign AK into the country. Stateside AKs suck (maybe not the PSA)

[@vepraksoldat2963]

cheap if you go to africa to get one lol. But when you include importation costs and other hoops, it wouldn't be that cheap.

[@donaldbrown7746]

I have two firearms that you have totally “dogged”... I purchased my Knights Armament M4/AR15 ($1750.00) and my Arsenal SAM7 ($1100.00) years ago... I have a couple thousand rounds through each... I find both firearms to be extremely accurate and of outstanding quality... “Your mileage may vary”... Not to mention the “second cool” factor... I like the two firearms because I like them. They are not the best, but it's my money... And I love the fact that a guy loans you a firearm and you don’t believe his round count... PS I own a Chris Reeve knife as well... I did purchase a Ruger LCP2 on your glowing review.. A total piece of s&$t... I also purchased a Kel Tech Sub 2000 Gen 2 on your glowing review... A total piece of S&*t... Just my “two cents”... He does like expensive items when he buys them, ie a $75,000 Corvette or a Microtech Halo knife..A sub 10,000 subscriber here...

[@chaines01]

I picked up one of those new zastava tokarevs in 9mm after a glowing review on his channel and the firing pin channel wasn't centered and poorly drilled out so it would fire once out of every 3-4 trigger pulls and even had a hang fire from a partial primer strike. It too, was a piece of shit. Nutn must get super lucky with the firearms he buys...I still enjoy his channel and reviews but I've been burned too

[@germaxicus6670]

Are you saying you subscribed to Nutn before he hit 10,000 subscribers? If you have had such conflicting views with products he has reviewed why are you still subbed and watching his vids?

[@donaldbrown7746]

@@germaxicus6670 I agree with about 90% of what he says... The other 10% is the fact that he tends to berate high quality expensive items and pumps items that are often very low in quality... His gear is the absolute best on the planet... Hands down, no argument, his ideas and systems are the best... He will say great things about expensive items only if he spends his money. He can purchase a $75,000 Corvette and that's the most amazing car on the planet ( my 911 would kill him in a race), yet if a guy spends $1500 or more on a rifle, its the most inaccurate, over-hyped rifle on the market... I also disagree with how he treats the firearms that are sent to him for review.. Its fine to drop a guys $1500 pistol and laugh about it... How about letting me have your Corvette for the weekend and I will bring it back with a few dings on it... No big deal on that, right... Lets laugh about it...

[@CheatcodeGlitch]

Nutn fancy is getting roasted in the comment section..rightfully so. SAM7 is one of the best AK you can find.

[@logosrisingbear]

Well nut n fancy, I have over 6k rounds through mine. 0 malfunctions, smooth shooter and no signs of deformation. I'll trust someone that Didn't shill for the RAS.

[@SHOOTSHOW00]

I watched it in 1.75 speed and laughed the whole time.

[@sentinel8711]

Lmao!!!!

[@reptilesgamers00]

I watch all his video s in 2x speed. Saves time

[@persistall]

Genius😅

[@markbecker71]

Most of your veiwers can't walk all day with a basic load out ..

[@2010GT500]

The whole point of that ACSS is the reticle. If you’re not sighted in to use it, then it’s pointless

[@orlandoedwards7956]

Sir did I just hear you say you would take an Riley Defense over an Sam7? I am here reviewing for the purchase of an SAM7K since the community has taken me to the SAM7K as the best.. what I am confused about is there are other channels that say the sam 7 is the best and proven other weapons as not as reliable... Also your durability drills are totally different than what I have seen.. You know dumping in water// freezing // running over with a truck.. I think this is the value part nutn that I think your missing.. But thanks since I am now back looking at other cheaper options..BTW.. you do sound as if your hating the Arsenal based on cost and not performance..just sayn..

[@grandpaweber2097]

Gotta disagree with you on this one. One poorly set-up AK does NOT mean they are all bad. My SAM7 SF is head and shoulders above my other AK's. Well worth the money. Accurate as a laser beam, and extremely well made. I will say that the SAM7 SF is a newer version of what you reviewed, though, and give you the benefit of the doubt.

[@mikep5983]

Soooooo...has he done the actual review yet? I’m still waiting....

[@cheeseburgerwalrus499]

Wait is this a review of the SAM7? Or is it a review of an over-the-top aftermarket stock?

[@andyprairiedog]

Nathan: Thank you for sending your SAM7 to nutnfancy to review. Your rifle, your set-up, your system.....You're the Man, bro. Thank you also, nutnfancy for the time and effort into this review. Always good stuff as always.

[@zed332l]

Ten Lb Ak shooting 3 Moa at that Price,......Need to Agree with Nutnfancy. I would go with an AR 10.

[@attributetovienna1982]

Leave the ak reviews to Misha

[@BarryHull]

It stings just a tad less when you whisper all those criticisms Nutn. Thank you for that.

[@nutnfancy]

I try to be gentle

[@sentinel8711]

Lol!! Nahhh its all good

[@tjoseph205]

I DISAGREE. I just dont even want to listen to him anymore. The rifles are a little over priced for an ak but they are great rifles

[@seca021]

9th min. into review still about yourself...

[@minotaurgunsgaming]

I got a Sam7r for $1200 because Rifle Dynamics are around $2k or more. Its a good rifle overall with a few quirks. The dual tang rear trunnion leaves a bit to be desired when it comes to aftermarket. My copy is plenty accurate for what it's used for, i replaced the handguard with magpul with some dremel and file work, the finish has held up really well to heat, the trigger is ok but ALG is the way to go. The weight i honestly dont mind that much it balances very well for me. The action is one of the smoothest i've ever worked with. Plus it works VERY well with a Dead Air Wolverine suppressor with little back pressure increase unlike other AKs i've tried. Overall i love my SAM7 and would purchase again. Its not for everyone but it works for me.

[@denverrobertson6824]

This is the most stupid review....The Bulgarian Sam7 series is better than anything on the market now....besides maybe a polytech legend of milled polish ak

[@mikemclean6242]

I would say the following: 1. You get what you pay for. The milled receiver, quality imported parts, and fit and finish on these rifles does cost more (mostly due to the important restrictions constraining supply). 2. The law of diminishing return applies. The difference between a $400 AK and an $800 AK is significant. The difference between an $800 AK and a $1400 AK is less so. 3. The marketing and hype is worth exactly what you paid for it...

[@jawsfederation]

Somebody needs to pump iron.

[@PeterGriffin-rp9iq]

Somebody needs to take their gun off of the pedestal.

[@j.rob.5943]

Somebody needs to get some field experience before making silly comments

[@dr.kennethjpowers435]

No cheek weld. You look off your nose into your scope that's range shooting not combat shooting which speaks volume about yourself

[@KB-kw8ni]

Nutn is a noob

[@dr.kennethjpowers435]

@@KB-kw8ni nutn don't know nutn about nutn we all know that LastSuspect Is the brains behind TNP

[@dp5341]

Incoherent ramblings. SAM7 is a fine gun. The Ak is a very reliable 200 yard gun that will shoot reliability under adverse conditions. I shoot well under 1 moa at 200 yards with Wolf, norenco, and red army ammo. This is all I want from an Ak. If I want more accuracy I shoot an FAL, M14, AR15 or for long range 6.5 prc / 6.5 cm from an AIAXMC. This from a combat vet. Your review is BS.

[@codyscheumann3765]

That's the title you want to see after finally talking yourself into spending over a grand on an AK...

[@wisco_guy]

I own a SAM7R and I absolutely love everything about it except it's price and lack of aftermarket accessories. With a Primary Arms 3X power prism scope and RS Regulate mount its an absolute tack-driver. Some people only buy one AK and want a premium gun and don't care about value.

[@primal__solutions4349]

I have the sam7sf with the same PA 3x and totally agree. Rapid shots at 12" target at 300 yards and they were all hits. Shitting on the trigger without actually firing the stock trigger was kind of invalidating his opinions too. No qualms with my trigger.

[@Enough_Tumbleweed]

I thoroughly respect you and your opinion, but I have to disagree with you here.

[@hurt1704]

J Crews you must have bought one..

[@Enough_Tumbleweed]

@@hurt1704 bought two actually.

[@thehallsofvalhalla2788]

lol

[@Enough_Tumbleweed]

lol

[@gsxr1189]

@@Enough_Tumbleweed What do you disagree with? It's an 8.2lb 3-4moa $1450 AK which doesn't offer any improvements in performance over an AK less than 1/2 the price actually I kinda see it as an improvement in cosmetics only.

[@v8esprit]

Love you nutn, but for every time you mentioned value, value, value driven... I kept looking at the $6,000+ M249 hanging behind you. When is that value driven review coming out?

[@nutnfancy]

Because it’s a fake....gotcha!

[@intel-qw3ee]

Lmao

[@v8esprit]

Nice,

[@Ghostrider-71]

Air soft full auto.

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

Lmao i bet you feel pretty dumb not realizing thats fake and that hes had it much longer than FN has sold those to the public, also theyre only 5k

[@thecosmicgrizzly4726]

I have never heard a grown man cry so much about an ak before e

[@MrInzombia]

arsenal sam 7 is an amazing rifle. Aftee shooting the shitty century arms rifle at the shooting range the sam7 feels so fluid and premium. Theres a difference between getting the job done and getting the job done well.

[@MrSwat55]

Ohhh man, sending prayers to Nathan. He's got to be spending time at his local burn center.

[@germaxicus6670]

I can't stop laughing!!!

[@misha5670]

Hey, he invited it. Showing that SAM7R to the world dressed like that is like cross-dressing. Sure fine if you do it in your own home, but if you walk out onto the street in a dress, you know you'll get looks. That poor, poor AK.

[@larryh502]

I own a SAM7SF-84 rifle. It is a fantastic rifle-hits out to 500 yards with irons and cheapo wolf ammo all day every day. That being said-the price is a huge elephant in the room. A stamped AK type rifle that sells for half the cost can give you the same accuracy/capabilities-just being honest. If I was not in the financial position where I can afford to buy it (mom died and left me everything-I would rather have her still around) I would not have bought it-but it is a fantastic addition to my collection none the less.

[@buddy9577]

Sam 7 is the best AK MADE

[@nutnfancy]

Hardly

[@saucemaster2]

Insert doubt meme.

[@calebclark6739]

nutnfancy What’s better ?

[@saucemaster2]

@@calebclark6739 The PSAK-47. Lighter, cheaper, more accurate, and US made. He showed it in the video.

[@calebclark6739]

Buck Johnson Lol. You’re an idiot. Us made A.K’s are junk. The metal is soft or cast and they don’t last. But hey, keep telling yourself that

[@godgunsandgoldens]

The Arsenal will shoot tens of thousands of rounds very durable. Palmetto $700.00 will not last near as long. In War SAM7 for civilian use any AK will do. NutFancy hates weight because he runs around will 40 lbs of gear in the desert. Most civilians don’t. AR15 makes more sense for many reasons. Much easier to fix at home or in field and accessorize.

[@vepraksoldat2963]

actually AK are much easier to fix on field then AR

[@steadyalcoholic4507]

8lbs isn't really heavy for a "battle rifle". The M16A4 I used in the Marine Corps weighed 8lbs before we put an optice and laser/light on the thing

[@thomasrfoster4503]

Nutnfancy, do you know why it takes you 45 min. to do a review? Because you talk about yourself for the first 10-15 minutes! This review didn't start until the 12:20 mark. Please spend less time patting yourself on the back, or reviewing Star Wars toys in the middle of a review and just get to the meat and potatoes of it. Thanks. Hope this doesn't hurt your feelings too much.

[@CGR89]

You've taken an RS regulate mount off, put it back on and the zero was completely different? Gotta call bull, maybe not all side mount optics can retain zero after being removed and replaced but I know for certain my Aimpoint compc3 mounted in an RS regulate mount on my SGL31 has held zero through the dozens of times I've removed and replaced it.

[@michaelroberts9819]

As a guy who owns a SAM7SF-84R and loves it, I gotta say your opinions on the rifle you tested seem to be spot on. I’m guessing the original owner of the gun is a tinkerer because that poor thing has been modified more than Caitlyn Jenner. It seems to be a victim of “I want an AK that looks and acts like an AR”. It’s too bad you weren’t able to review a better specimen because I don’t think this one was the best representative of the SAM7 line. You’ll never fix the weight issue, but it doesn’t need all that crap done to it. I’ve had mine for 2 years (2400 rounds fired so I guess I’m one of those odd guys that actually shoots regularly) and I’ve only added a red dot, light, angled fore grip, and wrapped the metal stock with paracord to avoid it freezing my face when shooting in the winter. She’s is still a big girl though. With a fully loaded steel commie mag mine pushes 11 pounds! Lol BUT I bought it for a vehicle and fun gun so weight is not a huge factor. In 2018 I even took it to a 0-300 yard carbine course in TN and by the end of each day I was worn out, but dang it was fun to run it! The SAM7 is a great gun, folks just gotta be realistic about its limitations.

[@teoff16]

Nutn though the century arms AK was good.

[@tlrinc2343]

Hey Nutn. I collect AKs and your result matches mine with the SAM7. It is the least accurate AK I own, shooting 3.5-4 inch groups at 100M. The Veprs seem to be the most accurate, but even my WASR out shoots my SAM7. The only reason to buy a SAM7 at their price is just because you want one.

[@elsea8901]

I own one, love it, it’s awesome, trigger is really nice everyone who shoots it loves it, wants it etc.....and I will say, the price is too high...but that’s my one and only complaint. TNP is a great and NutnFancy is a trustworthy and informative reviewer of guns n stuff. I’ve got the rifle, absolutely love it and will never part with it. As a broke most of the time guy-I just wish it cost less.

[@2010GT500]

El Sea sell it and buy a palmetto gf3, mags, and ammo.

[@Enough_Tumbleweed]

Prepare to be ripped by the poors who are okay with mediocrity they base all AKs from, century arms.

[@VASILLEVSKI1878]

@@2010GT500 Why would you possibly buy an AK that has shown to fail, has dog shit parts and is made in America?

[@mchwes3]

@@Enough_Tumbleweed f u most poors probably shoot their poor mans gun better than you can shoot anything you own. The gun community needs to stick together and snobs like you make it difficult.

[@michaelkilimanjaro9926]

Damn. Another spot on review. My decked out SAMMY looks like Nathan's except scope option. I still like mine but It is strictly my range gun due to its weight. I can't imagine carrying that thing around all day during apocalypse/WROL/SHTF/zombies.

[@KB-kw8ni]

Wimp

[@mikemclean6242]

I've been watching TNP for 13 years...I've always appreciated your honesty and no shilling. Your views are hokie and you're a tactical nerd - but your REAL. Unlike the other KZbin gun shills (Whom I still enjoy - but a spade is a spade)

[@bc_usa]

Maybe so but this was nothing other than bashing Arsenal SAM7 for whatever his personal reasons are. This is actually the first video I've seen on KZbin where they are trashing this rifle. I did alot of research before I bought mine and most say the SAM7 is one of the best AKs you can buy.

[@mikemclean6242]

@@bc_usa I have a SAM7SF and I think it's overrated and grossly overpriced.

[@allinclusive9551]

Talks for over ten minutes of blah blah blah. Don't know if he actually gets to an actual review and knowledge, I won't ever know because I stopped watching.

[@thischannelisbackon5679]

Everytime i started to complain about my WASR10 being heavy, i did 10 pushups. It got light weight quick. Noodle arms cant handle any weapon

[@paulharris8282]

Lol, I need to do some push ups for shure

[@j.rob.5943]

Weight is not an issue for your arms bro, it’s an issue when hiking miles with a full loadout. If you had any experience, you’d know this

[@shredmunds7660]

@@j.rob.5943 Exactly. A milled 7.62x39 is a terrible choice pound for pound. Why carry a weak carbine round when you could have an FAL and only 30 less rounds for the same load out? If you are going with a carbine an AR 15 or an AK 74 makes way more sense. More rounds and a lighter gun. Milled AK's are the worst of both worlds. Carbine round with a 7.62 NATO weight rifle to heft around.

[@PPSChadwick]

I have one worked over by Rifle Dynamics. It is a bit little lighter since they worked it, not much but I run irons only now. It's been very reliable and accurate enough even out to extended AK distance. I still appreciate your videos and I'm not pissed about this review. I enjoy your opinion and views as always!

[@hermanhall8934]

Omg go to the gym if it’s heavy

[@PeterGriffin-rp9iq]

nah that's bullshit, try harder

[@j.rob.5943]

You’ve obviously never had to hump 20 miles with a full loadout...otherwise you’d not make such ignorant statements.

[@hermanhall8934]

@@j.rob.5943 and the ras47 is a great rifle lmao

[@Dustinwhy8]

Before they supply dried up, the N-PAP underfolder was possibly the best quality AK I’ve ever shot. Silky smooth action and finish, only not chrome lined. Other than that, best AK I’ve seen.

[@empireants3052]

"The mighty WASR wins again!!!"

[@gsxr1189]

Until we compare it to an AR then it loses in everyway possible. 🤣🤣🤣

[@echodelta2172]

@@gsxr1189 >not owning multiple of both Lmao get a load of this peasant

[@vikingsoftpaw]

Sad but true.

[@hunterdka]

Amen

[@misha5670]

Yep, 20+ years and still the best AK value and still showing little sign of slowing down. Only the SGL21 challenged it for a bit, but....

[@TopShelfLife]

Nutnfancy I actually think this was a awesome review, one of the greatest parts about it is that you were reviewing another persons gun not some gun from a gun store. I think this is a step in a great dirrection on top of your other reviews. Do more reviews like this if at all possible. Capt. Kirk

[@colsoncustoms8994]

I did the same thing to a sks. Tried to turn in into a dmr / spr type rifle with all kinds of upgrades, handloading, etc.. Took far too long to realize that it's best used with open sights and 20 round duckbill mags loaded with steel cased ammo.

[@DoobTube71]

Having spent my hard earned money on a SAM7SF-84R, SAM7K-01, SAM7K-44, SLR 104FR, VEPR FM-AK47-21 & a VEPR FM-AK74-21,...the SAMs are equal to the VEPRs in quality, accuracy and 1st/2nd-ary cool. At $1600+ for a VEPR (post Russia sanctions 2.0 & MSD Parkland price rise of spring 2018),...the SAMs are a value at $1250-$1450. As for weight,...the VEPRs are not exactly light at 1.5mm stamped RPK receiver & heavy profile barrel. With a Steiner M332 (7.62 reticle w/ Arsenal SM-13K mount...yes, the shorter Krink Mount for extra rigidity),...as of 10/24/19, I was ringing 8” steel all day long w/ Wolf & Tulammo at 200 meters with my SAM7SF-84R. All. Day. Long. Shot. After. Shot. “Damn, son!” The SAMs & VEPRs are the best factory AKs one can reasonably get their hands on these days,...IMHO. And,...the VEPRs are going to be gone very soon, likely to not be imported again. “Your mileage may vary” p.s. WHY would anyone put such a ridiculous AR- style LRP stock on a SAM7SF...??? No wonder the damn thing is 10 lbs. The folding right-side stock and ambi- safety do make the SAM7SF-84 a true “game changer”.

[@Peripatetic_Proletariat]

"It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without necessarily accepting it"

[@Faye-the-gremlin]

Why do I get this as reccomend when this guy takes 45 mins to review a worse ak

[@nagasako7]

AVE up in Canada could probably mill you an Arsenal receiver for much less doll hairs

[@cub8556]

nagasako7 his Glock review was gold. It’s like all my hobbies are coming together

[@petkoandreev7869]

An American complaining about the weight of a weapon....man, you are so weak. For the range, the stamped receiver may be good but in a long-lasting conflict action, you would appreciate the milled. Also, the milled receiver is way smoother. The price is BS I agree.

[@sttvoyager1727]

Fancy I’m gonna DISAGREE with your assertion that the SAM 7 isn’t an excellent AK. Downside: heavier Upside: My SAM7 > accuracy than my SGL-31 and SLR 107. QC IS was much and accuracy is much improved better. FANCY I get WEIGHT CONSTRAINTS BUT CONSIDER DIMINISHED RECOIL WHICH ASSISTS SHOOTING.....it’s just “AN AWESOME SECOND KIBD OF COOL”

[@nutnfancy]

The most important part of pretty much any buy is that you love it. Even when you get something nice and functional, it's not surprising to see your buddy sell off his boring but staid buy after a few years. Having enthusiasm is key, then all the flaws become something closer to loveable quirks instead of downsides. For bench shooting and even competition the weight isn't horrible, but everything has it's own silverlining. (Unemployed? At least you have free time' kind of things at least) I would love to see the milled ones carved up a bit to see how light you could make them just milling a bunch away. It's come a long way from the 40's in metallurgy and CAD. -Doodle

[@sttvoyager1727]

@@nutnfancy I always respect you and tactical doddle's thoughts and perspectives. Sometimes we agree and sometimes we don't. You guys are "value investors" so to speak. I LOVE VALUE but I also love old school quality. It certainly doesn't shoot better than the Galil Ace in 7.62x39 but it sure is awesome enjoyment and in this hobby for me that is 60% of the battle.....cheers to both of you! doc david

[@veniceog]

The SGL is now selling over $2000. Value, really? Check market conditions on your way out. SMH.

[@jherr888]

The way the market is today the ar platform is the only way to go for semi auto

[@hopethishelps91]

Iv owned both and I agree..parts are cheap and plentiful.

[@XtremeConditions]

I agree, especially as a new owner of "military style" semi-autos. I wanted an AR-15 for so long in New York but it wasn't viable because of their nonsense laws. Years later, I was SHOCKED to find that a good quality AR-15 could be had for WELL under $500. In fact, my basic PSA setup costed me like $410 out the door and it runs great! Imagine my further shock when I found that the old "budget option" AK platform would cost $600 for a half-decent setup..

[@georgemoran1017]

Wut

[@colsoncustoms8994]

Especially when you consider that you can get into a lr308 / ar10 for the same price of a good ak.

[@godzilla1463]

Most logical option in terms of price and availability sure. But an AK is still a great rifle to get into for a variety of reasons. If you like it, get it.

[@chrisstandingbear1947]

I actually sold my SAM7 in order to help buy my Galil like a year and a half ago. It looks like I made a good decision. I'm just using a 1x on it.

[@Johnyrocket70]

You have lost all credibility. Just like with long range shooting.

[@mkay0502]

As a SAM7 fan, I have to say this is a fair review. The negative points Nutn makes are valid. Just wish he would’ve up sold the “second kind of cool” value of having a killed receiver as the original AK had.

[@rowdyron4111]

Poor Nathan. Kicked him right in the nuts, repeatedly. I have a SAM7UF (underfolder), and I l-o-v-e the classic (straight angled) underfolder. Also have an M92 pistol, so I get the value argument. For second cool, I wouldn't trade my underfolder for shit though. It "fills my soul". I'd love to see you run a Krebs someday! The honesty here is worth the pain. AK's rock.

[@devinplunkett9677]

He has ran a Krebs before lol

[@rowdyron4111]

@@devinplunkett9677 Never saw that one.

[@jdcusic7427]

You can get 2 WASRs for the price of one of these 😎👌

[@bigcitydiddystraighttalkmi7834]

JD Cusic it 🗑

[@operator1192]

It will work but WASRs within the past few years are a massive value loss. I got mine new back in 2009 for $320 with a bayonet, three mags, a mag carrier, oiler, cleaning rod and kit, and actual Romanian surplus’s wood (not the blonde breakable US garbage wood they are putting on them now) but like I said. They are great rifles once you swap the furniture.

[@jdcusic7427]

@@operator1192 yeah I wish I could have got on the ak sauce 10 years ago when everything was plentiful and affordable. Especially 74 stuff

[@operator1192]

JD Cusic I hear you there. I was late to the game on 5.45 and now you have to pay a premium. I wish I would have gotten into WWI and WWII milsurps sooner, their prices have gotten real crazy in the last 5-6 years.

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

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[@nohcho84]

I believe this is the firs time in 12 years i heard nutn use an S word wow

[@Maddteddy049]

he said the poo poo word!

[@brandondavis8005]

Rare, but he uses it.

[@misha5670]

Man really doesn't like extra weight I'd say *shrug* hehe

[@WillMoon]

In a world where a WASR 10 is $700, paying $500 more to get a really nice milled AK doesn't seem crazy to me. The actions ARE smoother, the guns have properly heat treated and forged components, the fitment of all the parts is much better, the guns have a reputation of standing up to a lot of abuse. We always talk about the proverbial WROL situation, where parts and components may be hard to come by. This wouldn't be my choice, but I don't think it's a bad choice, even if it's a little heavy.

[@svenskaskene199]

Please. Stop with the cheerleader microphone.

[@Arkeo36]

I'm digging that Zeta Plus and Sinanju you got in the background, Nutnfancy. I never would have guessed you were a Gundam guy!

[@GestaltSpawn]

It's his son's