Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this spectacular semi-automatic rifle for a penny-start auction today…this is the Century Arms Tantal Sporter!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Century Arms
Model: Tantal Sporter
Serial: TTL02522
Caliber: 5.45x39mm
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 18" with Flash Hider
Optics/Sights: A2 Post Front with Folding Rear
Stock/Grips: Side Folding Wire Stock with Plum-Colored Polymer Upper Handguard and Bakelite Lower Handguard
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Century Arms Tantal Sporter stands as a distinctive piece in the lineage of AK-style rifles, with its origins tracing back to the Polish Wz. 88, a rifle introduced in 1988. Designed to compete with the Soviet Union's adoption of the 5.45x39mm cartridge, the Tantal showcases a unique blend of Polish ingenuity and Soviet influence. Its semi-automatic action and 18" barrel, topped with a flash hider, offer both functionality and a nod to its military roots. The rifle's distinctive appearance is further accentuated by its combination of a plum-colored polymer upper handguard and a Bakelite lower handguard—a factory-original feature that adds to the Tantal’s unique charm. The choice of handguard materials, while seemingly mismatched, reflects a deliberate design decision that distinguishes the Tantal from other AK variants. The Tantal Sporter also features a folding wire stock, a practical solution to an unexpected logistical issue. Initially, the Wz. 88 was meant to have a more advanced folding stock, but space constraints in existing storage systems necessitated a return to a design similar to its predecessor’s. This pragmatic approach not only maintained consistency with previous equipment but also ensured that the rifle remained compatible with existing infrastructure. The rifle’s A2 Post Front and folding rear sights, along with its parkerized finish, complete its robust and utilitarian design. Overall, the Century Arms Tantal Sporter is a fascinating blend of historical military innovation and practical design adaptations, offering collectors and shooters a unique piece of firearms history.
Model: Tantal Sporter
Serial: TTL02522
Caliber: 5.45x39mm
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 18" with Flash Hider
Optics/Sights: A2 Post Front with Folding Rear
Stock/Grips: Side Folding Wire Stock with Plum-Colored Polymer Upper Handguard and Bakelite Lower Handguard
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Century Arms Tantal Sporter stands as a distinctive piece in the lineage of AK-style rifles, with its origins tracing back to the Polish Wz. 88, a rifle introduced in 1988. Designed to compete with the Soviet Union's adoption of the 5.45x39mm cartridge, the Tantal showcases a unique blend of Polish ingenuity and Soviet influence. Its semi-automatic action and 18" barrel, topped with a flash hider, offer both functionality and a nod to its military roots. The rifle's distinctive appearance is further accentuated by its combination of a plum-colored polymer upper handguard and a Bakelite lower handguard—a factory-original feature that adds to the Tantal’s unique charm. The choice of handguard materials, while seemingly mismatched, reflects a deliberate design decision that distinguishes the Tantal from other AK variants. The Tantal Sporter also features a folding wire stock, a practical solution to an unexpected logistical issue. Initially, the Wz. 88 was meant to have a more advanced folding stock, but space constraints in existing storage systems necessitated a return to a design similar to its predecessor’s. This pragmatic approach not only maintained consistency with previous equipment but also ensured that the rifle remained compatible with existing infrastructure. The rifle’s A2 Post Front and folding rear sights, along with its parkerized finish, complete its robust and utilitarian design. Overall, the Century Arms Tantal Sporter is a fascinating blend of historical military innovation and practical design adaptations, offering collectors and shooters a unique piece of firearms history.
Contents:
This example will ship with one magazine!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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