The Rasheed (aka Rashid) rifle is an Egyptian manufactured gas operated semi-automatic rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm. The rifle is the direct descendant of the Hakim which itself was a licensed version of the Swedish AG-42 Ljungman rifle.

The history of the Rasheed’s development is very murky. Like the Hakim the Rasheed is a direct gas-impingement auto-loading rifle with an adjustable gas control valve. Unlike the Hakim the operating system of the bolt was modified by adding a charging handle. The shell deflector was removed. The muzzle brake was removed as it was not needed for the lighter caliber 7.62x39mm. Most importantly the size was reduced to carbine length making it much smaller and lighter than its big brother the Hakim. In appearance the Rasheed bares a very strong resemblance to the Russian SKS with a similar profile and the under-folding bayonet.

The Rasheed was manufactured in the 1960s but the number manufactured isn’t known. Best estimates put the number of Rasheeds still in existence at around 8,000

The Rasheed pictured is the rifle for sale. This rifle is in excellent condition. The best feature is the bore. For an Egyptian firearm this bore is incredible (they shot corrosive ammo mostly) The bore looks mint, bright and shiny with strong lands and grooves. The crown looks good and the chamber also looks nice and clean. The wood stock is in great shape with minimal wear from use and transport. minimal pressure marks and dings here and there (see photos).  Bayonet is pristine. The phosphate condition is over 90% intact with strong finish throughout the rifle. Some small patina on the magazine.

Made in UAR