Repair bayonet lugs

[Fade2blue]

I have a couple neutered WASRs that id like to restore. I could get new gas blocks but has anyone tried or know someone that could add a weld bead and file to shape like this link?

AK47 Bayonet Lug

If you have an Ak variant built in the Assualt Weapon Ban period you have no bayonet lug. Many of you may not even realize it because you haven’t had the need of a bayonet lately. Some peop…

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[avtomatkalashnikov47]

it could be done, but honestly its not that difficult or expensive to just buy a new gas block and knock the old one off. if you really have a couple id recommend doing that first. then you can use the replacement before installing it on the gun as a visual aid, and - attempt to restore the original removed one. that way you minimize the risk of damaging the gun. id suggest getting a really really good handfile set and a bucket of water and oil and a good table vise and a cloth. probably will need an electric drill, calipers to measure and the correct drill bit.