AZ Gun Nut 8 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 I was cleaning my new 545 after breaking it in before conversion. I field stripped it and when I picked up the piston/ bolt carrier this little piece of "stone" fell out. It goes in the hole where the return spring goes (I think). It fits in there perfectly. See photos. I have read mostly the S12 boards, so this is my first experience with the rifles. I read through every post in this 545 forum yesterday and did not see it mentioned . I would have used the search engine, but I do not know what to call it. Am I really stupid, or what? Any information would be greatly appreciated. If I am being stupid, please be kind. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
saigafreake 27 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 i have never seen one of those on any ak rifle before. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mgconnor13 206 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 that's weird man...... that said i'm pretty sure there isn't supposed to rocks in your gun Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmax4x4 68 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 It's a tiny rock. Hope that helps Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nalioth 405 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 It's your lucky Russian rock. You are unique in the universe for receiving it. Take it out of your gun and put it in a place of honor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Superhawk138 202 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 They probably tumble some parts in small stones to de burr the rough edges and that got lodged in there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nailbomb 10,221 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 I bet its part of some weird contest! your a winnar! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kdbutler 563 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 I bet its part of some weird contest! your a winnar! Like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? A tour of Izhmash would kick ass! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AZ Gun Nut 8 Posted January 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 What do I win? That is soooooo wierd! And yes, it is a small rock, and it has black marks on the three sides and on both ends. I think will sell it on Gunbroker. An official RAAC rock. I will give you guys first dibs!!! Any takers? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chevyman097 2,579 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 That is funny shit! What cracks me up is your rifle worked fine with this in it! I agree with noliath, I would put that in a special place and tell your story for years to come lmao. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 It's a piece from the Chernobyl reactor. Yakdung Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 It's a Saiga seed. Plant it!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
massaiga 8 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 There was an identical thread to this a few months back in the S-12 section. The general consensus was that it was a left over from the tumbling process and that it was pretty unbelievable that the weapon still functioned without you even knowing something was wrong. ...But that is why we all love the AK platform. Try putting that stone inside the receiver of an AR and see what happens. :lolol: -MS Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tatooed 1 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 (edited) that is your back up weapon if your gun dosen't fire you have a back up weapon or after obama starts gun banning thats the new ammo . Edited January 3, 2010 by tatooed Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 Wow! You got a female Saiga! That's an egg! I'm not sure how to hatch it though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulry 50 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 It's a "Vodka Rock"! In the states we call them "Whiskey Rocks" I do agree it has magical powers! Think of it this way "It was placed there by Mikhail Kalashnikov himself for you to find and it will bring good luck"! Keep it in a very safe place and if Aliens come for it use the damn Saiga on them, it must be defended! Frosty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
3ac6ucb 24 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 They probably tumble some parts in small stones to de burr the rough edges and that got lodged in there. Yep, if I had to guess.... that's probably what it is. How many people can claim that their rifle still ran flawlessly while literally FULL OF ROCKS? That's pretty funny Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mullet Man 2,114 Posted January 3, 2010 Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 It's a Saiga seed. Plant it!! lol 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AZ Gun Nut 8 Posted January 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2010 Oh well. I just heard back from RAAC. I did not win a prize. Dang, I was really looking forward to meeting Mr. Kalashnikov! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SaigaScott 6 Posted January 8, 2010 Report Share Posted January 8, 2010 This is probably the best thread I've encountered here. I've never laughed so hard. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scoutjoe 276 Posted January 8, 2010 Report Share Posted January 8, 2010 While not the only strangest object to show up with a Saiga (That one belongs to GOBs plastic mouse), his wasn't in the gun though... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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