Title: Vietnam’s Ingenious TUL-1: The RPK’s Lesser-Known Cousin

Strolling through Hanoi’s Vietnam Military History Museum, I did a double-take at what I thought was an RPK. Nope, it was the TUL-1 – Vietnam’s very own, homegrown version. Born from necessity, a dash of ingenuity, and a healthy dose of parts-bin wizardry, this bad boy showcases the country’s knack for making do and improvising when the chips are down. If you’re into firearms and love a good underdog story, the TUL-1 is a must-see piece of history.