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  2. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

    Posted · Edited by Potus2000

    I dont know if you guys will want this, but fleet farm in MN, has bulgarian 30 rd poly mags for 12 bucks, and 30 round korean made metal mags for twenty. I have bought 5 of the poly and love them.

    The one in Owatona has them for a little more but stilla very good deal. The guy behind the counter looked at me kinda strange when I told him these were the best AK magazines. He said they have a hard time selling them. Go figure!

  5. Mako uas akp folding stock

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

    Posted · Edited by Potus2000

    I've been using the Mako stock for awhile now and like it a lot. I'm 6' and find the length to be very comfortable and the cheek comb being adjustable is a nice plus too. I've found it to hold up well and would have no problems putting one on a future build. I'd say go for it. I agree with the other posts that you should shop around. I bought mine from Brownells.com for $99.00 at the time. Amazon now has them for 112.87 so not bad. Check the link below...

     

    http://www.amazon.co...5&keywords=mako

     

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  7. What do you want in the ultimate AK magazine

    in General Discussion - Any topic is welcome here!!!

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    Why more AK mags?

     

    What we really need is better S-12 mags.

    (no crappy jamming, warping, or lips breaking off mags)

     

    I have two drums, three SGM stick mags, and the stock 5 rounder.

    I refuse to buy any more S-12 stick mags until better ones are available.

     

    See if you can duplicate the Russian 8 round mags to start with.

    I read this twice because it rings so true...

     

    What must be overcome:

     

    The 12ga round in an AKM is like cramming a 350 into an S10 engine bay...it can be done, but it's shoe-horned in there. The magazine well (read cutout) is maxed out from side to side, therefore, there is a limited tolerance for the magazine. There are two solutions, but only one answer. You could make it out of steel. But with the much smaller magazines of other caliber AKMs being a testament, the weight of such a large magazine would surely bring cries of agony from the less-than physically fit. The other solution is to make it from polymer. This has been done and proven, ala the 8rd Russian original. The difference in it and the American versions? Steel reinforcement. Until the American manufacturers get that right, the Russian 8 reins supreme.

     

    Now back on topic...

     

    The x39 magazine market is already flooded, but the Saiga market could easily become a cash-cow by producing a wide range of mags of various capacities at AFFORDABLE prices with the bullet guide/tab (steel reinforced) in place. Look at Tapco (no, really) they produce a great quality polymer magazine that is second to only the original combloc steel mags. And now you can get them as cheap as the steel surplus mags, which makes them a great alternative. I really wish Tapco would produce an S12 magazine...

     

    Oh, and I will be ordering one of those TEFLON-coated Keepshooting mags. I need another mag anyway and that one looks interesting. And for $10, no regrets.

    I think you may have pointed me in the right direction. I've been looking into it and about $45K is what it would take to get started. Anybody have any contacts with vendors that would be interested in carrying them if I took the plunge? :)

  8. My First Saiga Conversion

    in Saiga Rifle Conversions

    Posted

    I have two of the Makos, on a 5.45 and a 7.62 so my vote is for them. They are folding and have a cheek rise if you ever need it. Those stocks are reversible if you mount anything on your side rail. If looks is your only concern, the kvar looks better in my opinion.

    Finally got to get it out and shoot it this weekend. I liked the way the Mako feels.

     

    The answer is do another one so you have both.

    Right on Mr. BlahX3!

  10. newbie trigger question

    in Saiga Rifle Conversions

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    Help! I finally got a chance to get my 7.62 conversion out to the range and found that when I pull the trigger the first round will fire but not a second. to remedy this I need to move the trigger forward and then the next round will fire. I'm sure I mst have missed something but everything seemed to dry fire OK. Hoping somebody can help me get this. The trigger is a Tapco G2 that was modified by Tromex. For the record, I'm sure the issue is my install and not Tapco or Tromex so please hold off on the hate mail LOL.

     

    Thanks for your help and ideas everyone.

  11. What do you want in the ultimate AK magazine

    in General Discussion - Any topic is welcome here!!!

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    Thanks for the input. I get reliable and the need for a removable floor plate. As molds are my background and not dies I'll probably stick with plastic. What do you guys think about going with a glass reinforcement? It would still be light but pretty durable. I'll look deeper into the circle ten as some of you really seem to like it.

     

    Anybody have any feelings one way or the other on emulating a Magpul with the little finger hold on the bottom?

     

    KeepShooting.com has a "New" Teflon coated mag and of course they speak highly of it. I have 4 on the way so we'll see how they compare to surplus metal mags. Don't know if the Teflon thing is a gimmick or not but at $10ea new I thought it was worth a try.

     

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    That Teflon sure looks slick!

  12. What do you want in the ultimate AK magazine

    in General Discussion - Any topic is welcome here!!!

    Posted

    Hey Forum members,

     

    What functions would you like to see in the ultimate AK magazine? Are there things you see in AR magazines that you wish we could have in an AK?

     

    I'm a long time mold maker and would like to design and produce the very best AK magazine available. Thank's in advance your your input. Hopefully this will lead to a production run in the vendor area some day.

  19. My First Saiga Conversion

    in Saiga Rifle Conversions

    Posted · Edited by Potus2000

    Hey Gang,

    New to the forum and just completed my first Saiga conversion (7.62). I like what I have on it but not sure if I like the Mako stock or if I should put the K-Var I originally bought back on. Let me know your opinions on this or any other items/What would you do differently?Thanks again for all the great information.

     

    Finished with...

     

    -Duracoat tactical black

    -Arsenal USA AK-74 style Compensator

    -Mako stock

    -Hogue grip and hand guards

    -XS tritium night sights

    -JTE Performance Power Hammer Spring

    -Shepherds hook

    -Tromex Tapco G2 trigger group

    -Tromex oversized bolt handle knob

    -Shepherds hook

    -Tromex oversized bolt handle knob

    - Krebs Custom AK selector lever

     

    I just picked up some Promags and Tapco magazines because I can't seem to find any US Palms in stock anywhere?

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  25. Conversion ?

    in Saiga 7.62 X 39

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    I started with the SAW grip for my 7.62 but thought it looked cheap. I even shot it with Duracoat but sadly it then just looked painted and cheaper. I have a Hogue now and like it. I haven't seen the Palm up close but the way everybody raves I might try one on an upcoming 12 build if I can get wifey's permission. What is it about the palm you guys like so much?

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