Gennadiy Nikonov, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Russian firearm designer
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Place of Birth: Izhevsk, Udmurt Republic
About Gennadiy Nikonov
- Gennadiy Nikolayevich Nikonov (Russian: ???????? ?????????? ???????; August 11, 1950 – May 14, 2003) was a Russian gun engineer.
- His most famous accomplishments were probably as the designer of the AN-94 assault rifle, and the "straight-back bolt." Nikonov held 44 Copyright Certificates, and was awarded the titles of "The Best Designer of the Company" and "The Best Designer of the Ministry." In memory of the outstanding designer, a memorial plaque on the building design and weapons center of "Izhmash" (2003), and at the place of his burial (2007).
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