Kalashnikov USA is originally an importer of Russian-made Kalashnikov firearms, the company began manufacturing its own firearms after the US government banned their importation. Today, the Kalashnikov USA company produces a wide variety of AK-type semi-automatic rifles, shotguns and pistols for the American civilian market. All are made in North America, by American workers, using high-quality American-made barrels, breeches, trunnions, bolts, and other components. Each gun is tested and receives a final quality control inspection before being shipped. Kalashnikov USA weapons are distributed in France by SIMAC.