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  1. Saiga 12 and birdshot, what's the deal?

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    I have 4 converted 12's and all of them run what ever I put in them. A friend gave me about 100 rounds of old paper bird shot and they even ran fine. The last shells I bought were the cheap winchester bulk pack. Ran with out issues.... I guess its like anything mechanical. Sometimes you get a good one and sometimes not so good...

  4. SBS Saiga 12 Question

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    If it didn't have a SBS stamp now I'd wait and get a full length barrel from someone that switches out for a KA barrel when they're released. They also mentioned producing barrel's that were made for the short gas system. Might want to check with them and see what options were available, then decide if it's better to buy a new barrel as a drop in part or have yours machined to move the block back.

     

    The only simple thing I could think to do would be to enlarge the gas ports slightly and try a lighter front spring, polish all the friction parts and add one of Jack's lighter trigger springs. A choke might up the pressure some.There have also been a few posts about the KA puck helping under-gassed guns, I don't understand it, but there seems to be something to it from what's been posted. Yours might be way under-gassed at this point, but a combination of some simple drop-ins might get it to cycle. Seems like the best bet has always been the short gas system, but it might involve some wait time.

     

    6500

    Thanks for the info. I am concerned about messing with the gun too much and destroying the value of the 12C. That is kind of why I am leaning towards the replacement barrel. I don't mind the wait as I have other converted 12's to shoot. I just want to make the best decision for the collectability of the 12C. (if that makes sense) I think it would be really cool to have a functioning SBS but it seems like bubba peeps cut this way too short..... Asthetically it looks wierd with that short of a barrel.

  5. SBS Saiga 12 Question

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    There are 3 options, really.

     

    1) Have the gas block moved back. Most expensive option with the best result.

    2) Replace the barrel and start from scratch. ugh.

    3) Open the gas ports and see if it will cycle on heavy loads. If the barrel is around 11", it could work. As long as you don't mind shooting only high power loads.

     

    BobAsh

    Is this something you guys can do??? I think I would like to convert it back to the minimum non-SBS length with a shark brake. What are your thoughts. And what do you think something like that would cost (roughly).

     

    I also find it hard to believe some one would bubba the 12C. I grabbed it because I knew there are not that many out there even though it was bubbafied..... I hope I can get it working and enjoy it.....

  8. HELP I'm looking for a S12 Replacement Barrel

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    Hey guys, thanks for the response. Actually I have a guy who wants to sell me a saiga 12 Short Barrelled Shotgun and I don't want a SBS so I wanted to look into replacing the barrel to loose the class III paperwork. Any advise?

    If you buy it as a SBS it'll probably be expensive and you'll have to pay for the tax stamp. Why destroy its value and waste your $200?

     

    If the seller replaces the barrel before selling he's diminishing the value of his gun greatly. Don't see why someone would want to do that.

     

     

    So an SBS s12 is more valuable than a regular saiga 12? I didn't think there was any additional value for an SBS only the additional $200 tax stamp.

     

    I just thought it would be less headache to loose the class III all together and convert it back to a regular s12. I would switch the barrel before I took posession and do the paperwork to convert it back to a shotgun with the ATF to avoid the $200 tax stamp.

  18. AK builds

    in Other AK Rifles

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    GOB,

    How did you make out with the builds. I have a polish underfolder kit that I have been wanting to complete. I live across the pond from you near kent island. I grew up in Pee Gee Co.....

    Todd

  19. Value of real Saiga 12C' ?

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    Have you shot it yet? I second the suggestion to thread the muzzle. Tromix sells solder on breaks, but given that you have a 12c, I'd go the extra mile and use a factory break. Threads will also give you the ability to use factory chokes.

     

    I have not shot it yet. I like the idea of threading the barrel for muzzle breaks / flash hiders. I think it would keep it looking clean. Does any on have info on where to rent the threading tool and where to buy some good flash hiders?

     

    Also would duracoating the gun reduce the value??? I was thinking of doing it in black just so it would look really nice....

     

    Thanks! You guys have been great!!!!!

     

    Molefortress you should call that guy ASAP and see if he needs to unload a few more. If so count me in!!!!

  25. Value of real Saiga 12C' ?

    in Saiga-12

    Posted · Edited by MilitaryWeapons

    AZ what is a FH?????? No threads on this short barrell..........

     

    Does anyone know what a guy has to do to get a MD arms drum?????? I can't figure out if they are available, on back order, is there a line I need to stand in????

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