Just bought a WASR Sporting Rifle Cal. 7.62X39mm. As I manipulated the gun, I noticed that the safety was jammed in a position above the 'Safe' position. Looks like the safety was scraped across the gun from the 'Fire' position. I can't move the safety at all. Any ideas?

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James G. · Answer

Bruce, those WASR's have notoriously sticky safety selector. I removed mine and polished with a dremel, lubed and replaced and it was butter smooth. Fine grit sand paper works too. Since yours is new, I'm familiar with AK's and if you are not, I would contact the manufacturer or importer for advice or solution.

Alex H. · Answer

Fix it the Russian way  (1)  Drink a large water glass full of Vodka  (2)  watch the following video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpsI6-Ig8rQ

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