why2kmax 0 Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 The Dems are coming, supply is dwindling, prices are rising out of sight: ADD Version: I have a chance to get either a SAIGA .308 or .223. which one should I get? I likely need to decide by COB tomorrow. The gun will be used for target shooting, no hunting, and if the balloon ever goes up, defense. I will probably modifiy it, nothing hugely fancy, but keep it compliant of course. Long Version: I went to a gun store with a friend and they had a few SAIGAs that came in. Being a fan of Russian guns etc, I was interested. I bought an S-20 and my friend got a 7.62x39 and a .223 The shop has one .223 for $379 and one .308 with solid stock for $525 (I think). Im thinking of going back tomorrow and purchasing another. I was leaning toward the .223 which they are holding, but after reading this sight a bit Im leaning toward the .308 (if its still there). Which is the better gun?, easier to mod? Is there a better choice between the 2? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twinsen 86 Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I don't think that .223 is half the fun of .308. If you shoot in speed competitions though, the .308 isn't going to treat you as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Highland Ranger 0 Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 308 - more expensive ammo, longer range, good for hunting and target shooting 223 - slightly less expensive ammo, less good for hunting, more common ammo . . . I bought the 308 first then the 223 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Leo.Kermes 1 Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 308 is more impressive, and unique Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WardenWolf 6 Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I'd say .308. It can down anything. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chevymann 13 Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I'd say .308 as long as you plan to replace the stock trigger. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
why2kmax 0 Posted November 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 (edited) thanks guys. the .308 was spoken for when I went back so I got the .223 and an S-12 they overlooked in the back and happened to find while getting the box for the .223. (I gave back the S-20 and took the S-12) now I search on how to customize em Edited November 22, 2008 by why2kmax Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gunz4Fun 0 Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 Search for a .308! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Unknown Poster 5 Posted November 23, 2008 Report Share Posted November 23, 2008 I'd buy both and moly the gun up and the trigger too. www.tsmoly.com I bought both after shooting the 308 saiga i went back and got the saiga in 223 too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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