stizzorm 0 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Hello, In a recent impulsive decision, I put a Saiga 12 on layaway, even though it was $700. It's the first one I've seen in my area (Western PA). It's still cheaper than an AR . Anyway, I'm not sure whether I'm going to convert it, as money is a bit tight right now. I like the feel of the factory stock, but am not crazy about the trigger. I have been looking for an inexpensive compliance part that will let me use hi-cap mags. I've been lurking here for a while and have seen that the gas piston may be the simplest and cheapest compliance part to switch out to allow the assembly of the gun with high-cap mags. Anyway, opinions are welcome, I'll continue to use the search function and the FAQ to learn more of the ins and outs of this shotgun. Thanks for letting me on board. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hobbyshooter 59 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Hello, In a recent impulsive decision, I put a Saiga 12 on layaway, even though it was $700. It's the first one I've seen in my area (Western PA). It's still cheaper than an AR . Anyway, I'm not sure whether I'm going to convert it, as money is a bit tight right now. I like the feel of the factory stock, but am not crazy about the trigger. I have been looking for an inexpensive compliance part that will let me use hi-cap mags. I've been lurking here for a while and have seen that the gas piston may be the simplest and cheapest compliance part to switch out to allow the assembly of the gun with high-cap mags. Anyway, opinions are welcome, I'll continue to use the search function and the FAQ to learn more of the ins and outs of this shotgun. Thanks for letting me on board. Congrats on the purchase. I had a lot of fun with my first S-12 when it was unconverted. In all seriousness everyone should simply shoot & have fun with their Saiga 12 before diving into the conversion. You'll appreciate the difference more when you do convert it, and you get a chance to discover/run out any bugs while it's still covered by warranty. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Welcome to the forum! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Azrial 1,091 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Welcome Aboard! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zone1935 5 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Welcome aboard. IMO, the easiest add on is a muzzle attachment. The vendors here have a bunch of different options. Again, welcome to what you may find to be an addiction. Don't worry, we are here to help. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 7,071 Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 (edited) Hello, In a recent impulsive decision, I put a Saiga 12 on layaway, even though it was $700. It's the first one I've seen in my area (Western PA). It's still cheaper than an AR . Anyway, I'm not sure whether I'm going to convert it, as money is a bit tight right now. I like the feel of the factory stock, but am not crazy about the trigger. I have been looking for an inexpensive compliance part that will let me use hi-cap mags. I've been lurking here for a while and have seen that the gas piston may be the simplest and cheapest compliance part to switch out to allow the assembly of the gun with high-cap mags. Anyway, opinions are welcome, I'll continue to use the search function and the FAQ to learn more of the ins and outs of this shotgun. Thanks for letting me on board. Welcome! First off... $700, your getting Cancel that layaway if you can, without taking a loss. Ya should save for awhile, and then buy online for $499-525 and pay less than $600. with S/H & FFL transfer fee. Prices keep falling, by the time ya have your cash, it may be alot less. Impulse buys are sucker buys... Don't be a sucker. .................................. Remember, when ya do get it in your hands, inspect it. 1) How many ports and are they clear? 2) Take it to the range with a couple boxes each of low & high brass, try both on both gas settings, shoot it and then shoot it some more. Any problems, contact VanKiller c/o CGW/RAAC. 3 ) Do not convert until you know its up to par... Don't void your warranty. ................................. Convert! Conversion is simply a new FCG installed in the designers intended location & a pistol grip. You'll be needing to convert to get rid of that shitty OEM FCG anyways. Ya can even leave that POS Monte Carlo stock on until ya can afford a better one, tho the LOP might/will be long. The FCG is 3 parts, the mags are 3 too, which would make you compliant. Get the Tromix Tapco G2 single hook FCG, its already modified, ready to drop in. Then later, stock, forearm, gas puck, gunfixer plug and etc. Edited June 16, 2009 by ChileRelleno Quote Link to post Share on other sites
peachstateguns 3 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Welcome, and I agree with hobbyshooter!! Shoot and enjoy a while... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmax4x4 68 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Warning you will go broke buying every thing that is for sale for it. sell all your guns now and buy many more saiga's. welcome Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TTR 1 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Congrats on the new Saiga. I'm from Western PA too. Good luck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stizzorm 0 Posted June 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Is $700 really that bad a price? It's the first Saiga 12 I've seen in my area. If I cancel the layaway, the only thing I come away with is $375 store credit at this point. SHould I just tell 'em I found a better price and load up on ammo, or what? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TTR 1 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Is $700 really that bad a price? It's the first Saiga 12 I've seen in my area. If I cancel the layaway, the only thing I come away with is $375 store credit at this point. SHould I just tell 'em I found a better price and load up on ammo, or what? Logans Gun Gallery had one for $599.00. He sold it and got another selling for $599.00. Try calling Logans. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 7,071 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Is $700 really that bad a price? It's the first Saiga 12 I've seen in my area. If I cancel the layaway, the only thing I come away with is $375 store credit at this point. SHould I just tell 'em I found a better price and load up on ammo, or what?Hmmmm... $500-525 vs $700... You decide. I'd tell'em I found a better deal, see if they'll come down significantly. If not, then I'd buy $300. worth of good 2 3/4" 00 & slug, save the rest for FFL transfer fee, and whatever is left, spend on more ammo. Just my $0.02. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR Young 175 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 (edited) Welcome aboard! Warning: Saigas are addictive!!! By the way, check out www.peachstateguns.com for some great prices if you can cancel your layaway. Whomever is selling you a stock Saiga for $700 is really ripping you. Edited June 17, 2009 by TR Young Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stizzorm 0 Posted June 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Hey, thanks for the heads-up. I'll see what I can do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bvamp 604 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 how far are you from Cadiz, OH? we have them at 575$ plus sales tax if you come get it and do the paperwork at the store. zip code is 43907. If you do want to go this route, then you should definately make an appointment when your final payment is in-hand, so that Vicki and Tom are expecting you. We also inspect and service our saigas, and are the Authorized Repair Center for Russian American Armory Company.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stizzorm 0 Posted June 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 I'm going to see if they'll do a price match or at least a negotiation. If not, I have other interests in that store that are more reasonably priced, and they'll get nothing else out of me ever after. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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