The BFT47 was designed with the purpose of being a reliable"" durable"" and accurate AK at a price point the blue collar American can afford. With a Bulged and Forged 4140 steel front trunnion"" a carburized 4140 steel bolt"" 1.5 mm heat treated stamped 4130 steel receiver"" manganese phosphate finish"" and 16"" 1:10 chrome-moly 4150 steel barrel"" this rifle is designed to operate under stress with all commercially available ammo on the market. Simply put"" this rifle is designed from the trunnion out to ""Just Keep Going!"" The Essential has all of the same features minus the bayonet lug"" side mount and cleaning rod.