Don't get me wrong, I think traditional AKs are beautiful. I also think an original antique rifle should be preserved in its original state. What I hate is when someone has a new traditional style AK, such as an Arsenal SA series, and people give them hell because they mounted an Eotech on it instead of a Kobra. It's a new rifle, not an antique. I am no fan of cheap add-ons, but I think people should use what ever quality parts make them a better shooter, even if its not a traditional AK accessory. That's why I can't stand hearing people constantly complain about the Vepr not even looking like an AK. I don't care, in fact I prefer the superior ergonomics of the Vepr over the traditional look. I believe it's good to use modern equipment, even if it wasn't produced in some Warsaw Pact country in 1977.
ETA I see alot of people complain about others using non-traditional gear like Aimpoints or Eotechs because they are not "authentic" AK accessories. The funny thing is that several of these people have a traditional AK, but chambered in .223! Talk about non-traditional! I think an AK with modern furniture in 7.62x39 or 5.45x39 is far more authentic than a traditional looking AK chambered in the .223. Now that the Poles are using .223/5.56 AKs with Eotechs, these accessories will no longer be viewed as AR stuff, but now as modern AK stuff. I say use what you like best. On a modern gun, screw tradition. Tradition isn't going to save your ass in a fire-fight.