Cryptkeeper 0 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 (edited) this was on the gun broker for a whole 3hrs before i bought it http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=84854974 just got it in today (happy dance) Edited November 29, 2007 by Cryptkeeper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
devildog1122 0 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 If you look at the rifle closely, the rifle has "bubba" buttstock, the trigger guard is not properly bent, the handguard is not original. Looks like someone did a nasty conversion job. I live in Marietta, GA and I can buy a brand new S308 for $329 + tax = $350. I really don't think you got a deal out of it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Superhawk138 202 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 If you look at the rifle closely, the rifle has "bubba" buttstock, the trigger guard is not properly bent, the handguard is not original. Looks like someone did a nasty conversion job. I live in Marietta, GA and I can buy a brand new S308 for $329 + tax = $350. I really don't think you got a deal out of it. Another GA local. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SaigaNoobie 66 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 Yah but the conversion is done so thats no FCG, no Pgrip no time. Buy a new stock and you're still in for $100 less than if you bought it new and did everything yourself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Superhawk138 202 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 (edited) Yah but the conversion is done so thats no FCG, no Pgrip no time. Buy a new stock and you're still in for $100 less than if you bought it new and did everything yourself. I agree with that, The hard work is done for someone that doesn't have the time or other reasons to do the conversion themselves. Just change the furniture if they want too. They had intentions with it probally. Edited November 29, 2007 by Superhawk138 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
layer 0 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 the trigger guard is not properly bent, the handguard is not original. Looks like someone did a nasty conversion job. I'm either blind or stupid (or both) but what's wrong with the way trigger guard is bent? (Frankly it looks about the same as the one I did. ) And how can you tell that the handguard isn't original? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheGunHustler 3 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 the trigger guard is not properly bent, the handguard is not original. Looks like someone did a nasty conversion job. I'm either blind or stupid (or both) but what's wrong with the way trigger guard is bent? (Frankly it looks about the same as the one I did. ) And how can you tell that the handguard isn't original? you got one hell of a deal. all you need is a butt stock! and your done and ready to shoot and show! and btw the hand guard is original Quote Link to post Share on other sites
macbeau 902 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Hell - I'd say you got a hellava great deal... 3 years ago, I paid $275 for my EAA S-308 (NIB) and then spent another $100 - $150 just to make it 922r compliant for 20rd FBMG mags that did not then exsist. I have since dumped another $300 - $400 in fun stuff on it, but $300 for an S-308 that has already been "converted" and is in fine working condition... DAMN! I wish I had that opportunity! Kudos! Macbeau near Savannah.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
macbeau 902 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 If you look at the rifle closely, the rifle has "bubba" buttstock, the trigger guard is not properly bent, the handguard is not original. Looks like someone did a nasty conversion job. I live in Marietta, GA and I can buy a brand new S308 for $329 + tax = $350. I really don't think you got a deal out of it. Er? (caugh, caugh) What about that forearm (handguard) is not original? That is exactly how mine came NIB... I live in Savannah and get the same Eastman and Mountain Gun show here that you do in Marietta and I have been (recently) to shows in Marietta and Gwinett Co. and shops in Norcross and Alpharetta and we all seem to get to pay $375+ for new Saiga's here as well as there... Do you have an inside track with someone...? Just curious.... Macbeau asks and sends... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paladin 37 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Do your happy dance, you got another toy to "bubba" any way you want! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cryptkeeper 0 Posted November 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 (edited) If you look at the rifle closely, the rifle has "bubba" buttstock, the trigger guard is not properly bent, the handguard is not original. Looks like someone did a nasty conversion job. I live in Marietta, GA and I can buy a brand new S308 for $329 + tax = $350. I really don't think you got a deal out of it. i am planning on getting a collaspible stock so that is not even an issue .the trigger guard is the stock guard which is fine with me. and yes it is the original hand guard http://www.raacfirearms.com/Saiga_option.htm heres mine http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=84854974 seeing how much converted saigas go for on gun broker and in the stores,i still think i got a good deal seeing how i couldnt do a trigger job myself . i will be looking into getting the Front sight moved and put a brake on it if i can find some1 who can/will do it.can u use the orignal sight or must i buy another front sight? other than the scratch that the safty puts on it it doesnt have 1 scratch it looks good -very good condition. I'm very pleased with it $300+24(s&h)+10 (ffl)= $334 total Edited November 30, 2007 by Cryptkeeper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
layer 0 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Great deal, enjoy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Motopilot1 37 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 You did good change that stock and it will be sweet as for the trigger guard looks good to me Quote Link to post Share on other sites
devildog1122 0 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 (edited) I guess depend on where you live and if you can do the conversion yourself or not. I just thought it was not a good deal where I live and I can do my own coversion. I bought my brand new S308 here (http://www.nicksguns.com/) in Merietta, Ga for $329 + 23.03 tax = $352.03 and they don't charge background check. I spent another $100 on the conversion, total up to $452. In your case you pay $300 for the rifle. Did you have to pay for shipping ($24)? how much was FFL transfer fee ($10)? replace the "bubba buttstock"? Add it up $300 + $24 + $10 = $334 + stock = ? About the handguard not being original, my came solid black and that is why I said it. Anyway, if you think you got a deal, and happy with it. That's all it counts. Edited November 30, 2007 by devildog1122 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cryptkeeper 0 Posted November 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 (edited) im thinking of getting these to put on it after i put on the break http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/37148-45635-973.html http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/AKS160-65329-1872.html Edited November 30, 2007 by Cryptkeeper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
layer 0 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 I hate to be the one that mentions 922R, but you might want to stick with a US made pistol grip instead. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cryptkeeper 0 Posted December 1, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 are they not made in the US? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted December 1, 2007 Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 are they not made in the US? Have seen ads elsewhere that indicate at least some of CAA's items are of Israeli manufacture, not US. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cryptkeeper 0 Posted December 1, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 how about this 1? http://www.aimsurplus.com/acatalog/Erogono...AK47_GALIL.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted December 1, 2007 Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 how about this 1? http://www.aimsurplus.com/acatalog/Erogono...AK47_GALIL.html If you Google First Samco you'll see they are a distributor for CAA so I'd do some research before relying on their parts for compliance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
layer 0 Posted December 1, 2007 Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 I'm pretty sure that's the same grip, Israeli made. First Samco, TDI, Fobus, and CAA are all the same company, nowadays. It's not a bad grip, I have 2 of them. The main options I'm aware of for USA made non-standard AK grips are Falcon Ergo and Tapco SAW. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cryptkeeper 0 Posted December 2, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2007 (edited) here we go this 1 should work http://www.blackjackbuffers.com/index.php?...products_id=538 not all of these items say where its made like the trigger, how can ppl tell if its made in the us if it doesnt say who /where its made. on this weapon the FCG has nothing on it Edited December 2, 2007 by Cryptkeeper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
layer 0 Posted December 2, 2007 Report Share Posted December 2, 2007 here we go this 1 should work http://www.blackjackbuffers.com/index.php?...products_id=538 not all of these items say where its made like the trigger, how can ppl tell if its made in the us if it doesnt say who /where its made. the FCG has nothing on it As a rule of thumb, if the retailer doesn't specify "USA Made", then it probably isn't. This is true with all products, not just gun parts. I would suspect that is foreign made, possibly UTG. You could email Blackjack Buffers and ask them if it's a concern. I hate this stupid law... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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