US Palm
US Palm makes polymer AK-platform magazines and pistol grips distributed under Century Arms, built to be lighter and more impact-resistant than the stamped-steel magazines that ship with most AK-47 rifles. Impact Guns carries US Palm’s 30-round 7.62x39 magazines in black, flat dark earth, and clear finishes, along with pistol grips that fit the AK-47, AK-74, AKM, and PKM platforms.
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US Palm Polymer AK Magazines: Why Choose Polymer Over Steel?
US Palm’s 30-round 7.62x39 magazines are molded from a glass-reinforced polymer rather than stamped steel, giving them a meaningful weight savings when carrying multiple loaded magazines and better resistance to dents that can cause a steel magazine to bind in the well. The tradeoff some shooters note is a slightly different in-hand feel than a classic steel AK mag — a matter of preference rather than a reliability concern, since these are built to run in Century’s own AK-platform rifles as well as other standard AK-47 pattern guns.
Choosing a Finish: Black, Flat Dark Earth, or Clear
Beyond color preference, the clear-body magazines let you visually confirm remaining round count at a glance without ejecting the magazine — a genuine practical advantage during range sessions or training. Black and flat dark earth are the more common choices for shooters matching a magazine finish to their rifle’s furniture or a specific aesthetic build.
US Palm AK Pistol Grips: AK-47, AK-74, AKM, and PKM Fitment
US Palm’s polymer pistol grips are a direct bolt-on replacement for the standard wood or Bakelite grip on most AK-pattern rifles, including the AK-47, AK-74, AKM, PKM, and several Yugoslavian/Serbian and Iraqi Tabuk variants. The Bakelite orange finish option is designed to visually match rifles built with original-style Bakelite furniture, while black covers the more common modern AK aesthetic. Installation only requires the included grip screw and washer — no gunsmithing needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are US Palm magazines compatible with any AK-47?
US Palm’s 7.62x39 magazines are built to the standard AK-47 magazine well pattern and fit most AK-47 and AKM-pattern rifles, but always verify fitment against your specific rifle’s magazine well before buying in bulk.
Do US Palm polymer magazines hold up as well as steel AK magazines?
Yes — the glass-reinforced polymer construction is built to withstand drops and impacts without denting, which is the main failure point that causes steel AK magazines to bind.
Will a US Palm pistol grip fit a PKM?
Yes — US Palm lists PKM compatibility alongside the AK-47, AK-74, and AKM platforms for its pistol grip line.
See Also: AK-47 Magazines • AK-47 Rifles • Century Arms