wz.96 Beryl: Poland's 5.56mm Military AK
This video from Forgotten Weapons explores the wz.96 Beryl, Poland's 5.56mm military service rifle. It details the rifle's development from the earlier wz.88 Tantal, adapting it to the 5.56mm NATO cartridge to meet NATO standards. Key improvements over the Tantal include an updated folding stock, a different muzzle device with a longer barrel, and a revised handguard. The video also highlights mid-life upgrades to the Beryl, such as the addition of a Picatinny rail, a collapsible stock, and enhanced controls. The core AK-based mechanics, including the selector switch for semi-auto, full-auto, and 3-round burst, are also discussed.














