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  1. Is there an index of conversion instructions???

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    Refurbished member here- I don't even show up on the member list though can log in : ) Was a member 5+ years ago but never got around to converting my Saiga 7.62X39, which I purchased for $300. Have added a Royal Tiger AK (also $300 and supposedly US made) and a PSL 7.62X54R to the arsenal.

    I have 10 US made 30 round mags for the Saiga plus a 10 round and a 5 round, and 10 European 30 round metal mags for the AK. Does it make sense to convert, given the price of replacement mags for the Saiga nowadays?

    I have searched but cannot find tutorials here on doing the conversion- I'm probably not looking in the right places so any help is appreciated.

    Thanks for your help.

  2. U.S. made Sporter Stock?

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    I have one of the Arsenal SGL10s, with sporter stock, I prefer it to the pistol grip for some reason, so I understand your logic.

     

    You're along the same track as me. I settled for a Russian wood stock:

     

    1.7 Wood Furniture for 7.62/.223

    New Wood Furniture set specifically for the .223 and 7.62 x 39 Saiga rifles. Made by Izmash and is composed of birch wood which has a smooth grain... $135.00

    http://www.saigastock.com/index.php?main_p...4ksdu7df3fktm42

     

    It is very attractive and was easy to install- though did require just a touch of filing. I'm adding the Dinzag trigger (when it finally arrives) and a gas piston (which came right away). I figure the piston can be no more complicated than the trigger group!

  4. Are ammo prices beginning to drop?????

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    Ammoman has 7.62x39 delivered for $299/1000, Natchez has 9mm for $14/50 rounds. Have we reached the tipping point where supply is catching up with demand? Has everybody tapped out either financially or filled their storage space? Are prices going south finally? Would you buy this deal? I know I bought at least one case at $369 delivered so it looks good to me!

  5. Some Ammo Deals

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    You might try looking at AuctionArms.com and GunBroker.com. I've just seen x 39 there for $0.25/rd from some sellers.

     

    JCS44

     

    Im not calling you a lier bro, but Gunbroker hasn't had an auction close at :dollar: .25 a round for a long, long time. Maybe you saw an auction that was still active.

     

     

    Sportsman's Guide sent me repeated shipping delays, which I didn't mind. Then, they canceled my backorder- I replied the next day but they said it was too long. I think their price went up and they didn't want to honor my purchase price. I canceled my membership- kick 'em to the curb. Just remember who these merchants are when everything returns to normal. I know who'll get my business- and who won't!

  7. Obama's Assault Rifle message

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

    Posted · Edited by SHOOTERBOY

    The good news is that today Obama indicated during his trip to visit the Mexican president that he would not support an assault gun ban. While this is not because of any change in his philosophy, it is due to his political savvy. Recognizing that he won only by a 6% margin, and many of the people who voted for him are conservative democrats who support gun ownership, Obama recognized the political impossibility of taking the gun issue on. Apparently, Hillary was disciplined for earlier statements about her/husband's agenda to reinstate the ban. Our NRA and pro gun lobbyists have done some excellent work.

     

    Eventually, there should be some leveling out of the entire supply/demand thing for ammo prices. Since the recession began, all commodities are way lower priced than they had been, especially last summer. Brass, lead, chemicals and labor all have downward price pressures so from a manufacturing basis prices should be the cheapest they've been in years.

    The downward pricing is being offset by demand from the wars around the world and from all the newbies who have purchased 7.62 weapons and are stockpiling ammo for them along with others who were already stockpiling, and greed.

     

    I hope the ban message will get the supply chain back to normal soon. When that happens we customers need to remember which merchants were fair to us during this challenging time and which ones weren't. Which companies continued to provide good service and which ones used the demand as an excuse for crappy and slow service. Feel free to suggest companies for either list. I recently had outstanding service from Saigastock.com- 3 days from order to receipt! Sounds like folks on this site feel gouged by CTD.

  9. Where is all the 7.62x39 ammo....Help a brother out!

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    For those living where there are Academy stores, I recently bought some of the Russian made ammo they sell under the Monarch name. The price wasn't too bad.

    Checked and Local Academy had Monarch for 5.69 a 20 rd box.

    It's not bad ammo........Bought 4x 500 rd cases of it there for 74.80ea back in Oct. Would like to see that again. My kids go through it fast! :rolleyes:

     

     

    I just checked out sportsmans guide- they're all out of the x39. however, i was able to get 5,000 cci .22's for 249 including shipping. I love plinking those little guys.

  10. Which stocks

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    The rear of some stamped receivers are cut at an angle, not ninety degrees. This pic is of a Chinese MAK 90 with a nonmatching stock. Note the angle and the gap where the wood is incorrectly cut for the Chinese receiver. You may need to click to enlarge the photo.

     

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    Thanks, that makes sense. How does one determine which version the stock will fit? What version is the Saiga?

  11. 9mm Rifle

    in Want To Buy (WTB)

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    I bought a Camp Carbine a few years back because it would cycle the cheap 9mm plastic training ammo, that had a small metal tip.

     

    They cost like 2 cents a round in bulk, but most 9mm carbines wouldnt cycle them, except for the camp carbine.

     

    They take stock high cap S&W mags, with no fitting, and even the cheap USA made high caps one I have work fine in it.

     

    I have no experience with the others, but if I sell mine, I have to move all the surplus practice ball I have with it. I think I have close to 5000 rounds of it, even though its only a 7 grain or so bullet, you really don't want to be in front of it for a few yards, I am sure. Great to plink and shoot garden critter with though.

     

    I recently bought a Keltec sub2000 glock rifle. Folds to 16 inches for easy back pack or under jacket carry. Mine shoots a 4inch pattern at 100 yards. Also uses the same mags as my Glock 26- so I have a small hoard of 33 rounders for either one!

  13. SO... is it REALLY non-reloadable?

    in Reloading and Ammunition

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    Winter is the best time to work up special loads to try, etc.

     

    louielouie

     

     

     

    I'm interested in reloading handgun and rifle calibers but am confused by the dies and multiple presses and all so wouldn't have a clue about what I'd need to get going. Can anybody recommend a kit and mention what are the essentials for gettin 'r done? I'd be willing to spend $3-400- would that get me everything I need to reload?

  17. Some sighting questions, help needed!

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    Do you have a sling? I put my left elbow through the sling and grip the forend with my left hand when Im shooting from a standing position you may have to adjust the sling a little. I find that the added tension helps stabilize my hold on the target.

     

    Thanks for the info man. Yes, I have a Bulgarian sling. It does seem a bit short though, since I have a NATO buttstock. I'll give it another go today.

     

    Cheers

     

    -Joe

     

     

    If you're trying to sight in the rifle it is best to have it solidly resting on sand bags so the strike points are due to the aimpoint/sight/gun rather than your wiggling. Then, you can adjust for the variances by dialing in the weapon.

  19. Ultimate set up

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    For me it would have to include the press-on two piece handguards for sure. Maybe in a Krink length.

     

    I like the black plastic or the red wood handguards best, and I would want a really nice set in either case.

     

    I don't care for optics on an AK.

     

    What source would you recommend for the red wood?

  20. New to Saigas and the forum

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my new Saiga 7.62x39...should be delivered to the FFL later today!

    I'll be "breaking it in" ASAP and stocking up on ammo and mags as finances are available. I've been reading a lot of good things about the high cap SureFire mags for Saiga. Are these mags "plug and play"? Or are modification(s) required to make these work. Thanks.

     

    I bought a couple of the SF 30 round mags and they work out of the box. However, they inserted and ejected better after I filed the rough edges and the catch a bit.

  21. Ultimate set up

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

    Posted · Edited by SHOOTERBOY

    I've decided to take on a winter project of converting my Saiga. I'd like to learn best outcomes of your projects, what works best for you, etc. I do have a preference for wood so understand that is a little bias and would expect to sand and stain. I'm willing to press-on, or clamp-on or whatever as long as I can purchase and do it myself? So, what would you recommend?

  22. Norinco Ammo and Hunting Ammo

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

    Posted · Edited by SHOOTERBOY

    :booo: I'd walk away, sounds like he's trying get in on the hype going on.

    All that stuff shoots ok for me in my saiga. I don't care about the corrosive ones because I love to clean my weapon after each firing. For deer hunting I'd use premium US brass ammo that costs $15 for 20 rounds, but for everything else- whatever is ok. I'd assume these are practice rounds and price it accordingly. These guys have calculated right- $75 or so, take it or leave it.

  24. Ammo Supply

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    If I had only known last December what I know now, like Kwicko, I would have done similarly with my financial planning!

    However, I didn't, and I have 10 calibers to feed: .22, .25, .380, 9mm, 38spl, .357, 7.62.54, 7.62.39, .410, 12gauge, and 30/30, with the bulk of my supply is in the .22, 38spl, 9mm, and X39. I don't know whether they'll want to treat all ammo similarly, or focus on handgun and assault rounds, so I've focused on those three lately.

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