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  1. What are the best drum mags?

    in Saiga-12

    Posted

    Just got a ProMag 12 round drum and it works great. Have put about 5 mags worth of shells through it with no problems. I like it being small and doesn't stick way out like some 12 round straight mags. I haven't heard great things about the products ProMag puts out though. What kind of reputation do these 12 round ProMags have? What other drums may be more reliable in the short and long term?

    TIA,

    Allan Schisel

  2. Saiga-12 stopped firing

    in Saiga-12

    Posted

    OK, problem solved. Took the bolt apart, cleaned and lubed it. Checked the firing pin. Everything seemed fine. Took it out to shoot again and no ignition. "Always try different ammo 1st" -- should of been my 1st attempt at fixing the problem. A buddy left a box of 16ga out and that's what I was using at 1st. :eek:

    Tried 12ga and it worked fine. I was trying out a new Pro-mag 10 round drum and it worked perfectly.

    Thanks, for all the help.

    Allan Schisel

  3. Saiga-12 stopped firing

    in Saiga-12

    Posted

    Hold it there flush with the end of the bolt stem, while looking at how much of the firing pin is sticking out of the bolt face. Is it sticking out at all? Is it far enough where it should be making a good hit on the primer?

    Yes, it's sticking out. How far (range) does it need to protrude to make hard enough contact to set the primer off?

    Allan Schisel

  4. Saiga-12 stopped firing

    in Saiga-12

    Posted

    Is your striker still sticking out the rear end of your bolt and under spring pressure?

    Yes, it sticks out.

    Did you possibly over-profile the hammer?

    Not sure what that means, but I never messed with the insides.

    I'll take it apart and see if anything is broken, that's good info.

    Thanks,

    Allan

  5. Saiga-12 stopped firing

    in Saiga-12

    Posted · Edited by allanschisel

    Never had any problems with it before. Feeds fine, but there isn't even a dent on the primer after pulling the trigger. Firing pin tip doesn't look broken. How far should it protrude when hit by the hammer? If the firing pin is damaged, does it take the same one as any other AK? If not, what's a source for a new firing pin? What else could be wrong with it?

    TIA,

    Allan Schisel

  9. Recoil pad

    in Saiga .308

    Posted

    I put a grindable Limbsaver recoil pad on mine, but my Saiga is converted to pistol grip with an AK (not original Saiga) buttstock. Check Brownells for sizes and see if it will fit your stock. With that buttpad and an AK74 type muzzle brake, it has very little recoil.

    Allan Schisel

  10. 20rd mag update

    in Saiga .308

    Posted

    I ordered two about a month ago via their website and received them in about 10 days. I called yesterday (2/28/07) to order a couple more. The person who answered the phone was polite and helpful, but said I had to order from their website. Since it is set up as a shopping cart, it's much more efficient to take orders that way rather than tying up a worker to answer the phone all day. He did tell me the mags are in stock and mine would be shipped shortly. I also noticed they ship UPS now, not USPS. At $45/mag and people ordering a few at the time, it's better coming in box from UPS than an envelope via USPS. The mags I have so far work great, that's why I ordered more.

    Allan Schisel

  11. Scopemount?

    in Saiga .308

    Posted · Edited by allanschisel

    They may be rock solid, but you are doing away with the quick release and back to zero feature. If that's no problem, they sound like the way to go. I've purchased "$40 mounts" with quick release lever and they either fell apart are were too out of spec for shims to correct. Finally, I got a couple of KVAR quick release mounts and they work as designed, but they go for $90 or so. I also bought a variable power Russian scope that has a quick release mount as part of it and it works great too.

    Allan Schisel

  13. Problem with Russian Pay zip-please read

    in Feedback - THE GOOD, BAD, & UGLY

    Posted · Edited by allanschisel

    Acca47, people who claim they didn't get the merchandize (that did) and do charge backs may be committing fraud, and you may be committing a crime for suggesting they do this. I feel bad about what happened to you, but this plan may make things much worse and for lots more people. BTW, why didn't you just take credit cards? It's easy to get set up for that and only costs you 3%. If you haven't at least consulted with a good lawyer, I suggest you do. They will tell you the best way to recover your money, or tell you there is no way and chalk it up to a business lesson learned the hard way. That would be better than reading suggestions from people like me.

    Allan Schisel

  15. FBMG Mag frustration

    in Saiga .308

    Posted

    Hey, this is getting interesting. I thought this would be an informative thread and let people know my experience with FBMG. That seems to of added fuel to the fire which was not my intent. Yes, time to microwave more popcorn read how some people think arguing is worth their time. Someone once told me "Arguing on the internet is like running in the special olympics." It's a choice that some people make. People with thin skin are amusing for sure.

    Allan Schisel

  18. DO NOT buy from KALINKA OPTICS

    in Saiga Weapons - General Discussion

    Posted

    As I stated in another thread, Kalinka has no phone number, took a week to answer my email, their email was vague. I ordered from Nigh Vision instead.

    BTW, customer service is still alive and well. I know because I give good customer service in my business. That's why I have so many repeat customers. If a company runs off too many customers (or potential ones), they won't be around much longer.

    Allan Schisel

  20. Kalinka Optics - Highly Recomended!

    in Saiga Weapons - General Discussion

    Posted · Edited by allanschisel

    I wanted to buy a POSP 4-8x42. I had a few querstions and noticed Kalinka has no phone number (red flag). I sent them an email. After a week, I received an answer to some of my questions, but some of the answers were vague and lead to more questions. I decided to go with Night Vision instead. Less selection, but they had the scope I wanted for the same price. Even if it was a bit more, I would of chosen that company based on ease of communication.

    http://www.nightvisionweb.com/ak_svd_scopes.htm

    I hope these guys don't have a bad rep.

    Allan Schisel

  22. Harris bipod

    in Saiga .308

    Posted

    I used Acgraglass epoxy with black pigment to install the stud and the Harris bipod has no back and forth movement. I smeared a bit of epoxy on the inside of the foregrip to add to the internal surface holding area of the stud. If it breaks, (I don't think it will) I'll add more epoxy. I haven't shot it yet, but I think the bipod will be a great help in stability. No more looking for a log to help steady the rifle while firing. It also adds 1000% to the cool factor as far as looks go!

    Allan Schisel

  24. Bi-Pod for Saiga

    in Saiga .308

    Posted

    Now that my 308 Saiga is converted to pistol grip configuration (kept same handguard), I'd like to add a bi-pod. I was considering a Harris, but realized when folded forward, even the short 6" to 9" ones would be right under the flash hider. Wouldn't that fry the bi-pod? Do they get shorter when folded forward? I don't think I'd want it to fold backward, then they'd be in the way for holding the rifle? What does everyone else use? Is the 6" to 9" one about right for shooting prone? Is there a better choice than Harris? I would be attaching them to the QD swivel stud and would like to attach my sling there too.

    TIA,

    Allan Schisel

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