WBP milled Mini Jack versus ZPAP M92

[DispositionMatrix]

AoA is selling a new milled Mini Jack that has a certain appeal for running suppressed and possibly doing a Form 1 on later. Suppressed with a brace, it makes for a clean design, with threading at the rear of the receiver to accept a tube for a brace. Atlantic has a video here of the non-tactical version in which you can see the attachment point better.

For those not in the know, AoA is the importer for Wytwórnia Broni Jacek Popiński (WBP). So AoA stamps its filth on the side of the receiver.

For running courses of fire, this might make a good replacement for my M92, about which I have no complaints. As I move into historical builds to replace my ZPAPs, e.g., Yugo M70AB/AB2 replacing the ZPAP M70, I'm segregating the types into historicals and practical, fun shooters. The M92 sort of rides the line in that it did not exist prior to 1992, and M92 build kits are nigh impossible to find. So I could make a good argument for just building it into whatever I want. But I suspect the milled Mini Jack would be slightly less bulky, being slab-sided and having smaller handguards, and probably would be no heavier--possibly even lighter. With the milled receiver and FB barrel it should not be unusually inaccurate.

 

 

[Smith]

I've added tubes and folding mechanisms to many AK's including pistols. I much prefer a solid back plate and then drill and tap for an adapter. That version seems like a limitation that is unnecessary.

[DispositionMatrix]

3 hours ago, Smith said:

I've added tubes and folding mechanisms to many AK's including pistols. I much prefer a solid back plate and then drill and tap for an adapter. That version seems like a limitation that is unnecessary.

Could be, but there is quite a bit of threading in there.

Also, WBP has a very simple solution for a hinge https://atlanticfirearms.com/wbp-folding-stock-adapter, but I realize there is no substitute for having the hinge cut into the back of the receiver like an AK-100 series.

[Smith]

I understand, but you're stuck with their options. I prefer the Ace style. There's a bunch of stuff you can fit ont the back with a solid back plate with two drilled and tapped mounting holes. 

I don't dislike the WBP version, but given a choice, I'd stick with the better and more abundant aftermarket options.

Edited October 13, 2022 by Smith

[DispositionMatrix]

1 hour ago, Smith said:

I understand, but you're stuck with their options. I prefer the Ace style. There's a bunch of stuff you can fit ont the back with a solid back plate with two drilled and tapped mounting holes. 

I don't dislike the WBP version, but given a choice, I'd stick with the better and more abundant aftermarket options.

That would be a good argument for sticking with the stamped version and saving a few hundred dollars

https://armsofamerica.com/wbp-polish-mini-jack-ak47-7-62x39-pistol/

or the 5.56 version for even less:

https://armsofamerica.com/wbp-5-56-223-polish-mini-jack-ak47-pistol/