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Gennadiy Nikolaevich Nikonov (Russian: Геннадий Николаевич Никонов; 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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Born	11 August 1950 Izhevsk, Russia
Died	5 February 2003 (aged 52) Izhevsk, Russia
Zodiac	Leo
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