Tigerclaw_x 1 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 A friend pretty much gave me a converted saiga 5.45. It is, however, missing some parts: bolt, bolt carrier and receiver cover. I talked to several gunsmiths and they all told me "any Russian, Bulgarian or E. German AK parts would fit, but you need to make sure that you got a correct headspace, all you need to do is someone to go through several bolts until they find one that fits.". The rifle is BRAND NEW never been shot. Everyone I called said "Oh, I don't have any bolts, but send the rifle to me and I will reset the barrel for $250". The entire rifle costs $300. Anyone knows is there a chance that a NEW bolt will not headspace correctly with a NEW rifle? Anyone knows a HONEST gunsmith/parts dealer who will HONESTLY select the correct bolt and sell it to me? Thank you D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KC913 324 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 (edited) You can buy a bolt, bolt carrier and top cover from K-Var that are made for the Saiga 5.45. You *shouldn't* have issues with headspacing, as these parts are made for that specific series and all machined the same, but you might check headspace just to be sure. Top Cover http://www.k-var.com...&cat=320&page=1 Bolt http://www.k-var.com...&cat=279&page=1 Bolt Carrier http://www.k-var.com...&cat=277&page=1 Edit to add: The total for the parts needed is $260 plus shipping. You can buy a brand new rifle for $289.00 right now from http://www.CarolinaShootersSupply.com. It might be worth just selling the incomplete rifle and putting the money towards a brand new one. Edited October 7, 2011 by KC913 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tigerclaw_x 1 Posted October 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Uhh, the problem is that I didn't get a SAIGA 5.45, I got a VEPR 5.45... for free:-). I already know it takes SAIGA and any BULGARIAN or EAST GERMAN spare parts (bolt, bolt carrier and receiver cover), so all I needed is to find out headspacing. If you think this won't be an issue - then I am super happy. I do hope that this won't explode into my face. Besides, Bolt Carriers for 5.45 can be had on gunbroker for 49.95:-). Bolts however ARE expensive. And I will be getting a ribbed german receiver cover - looks nicer and is cheaper. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
beefcakeb99 572 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 pics or it didnt happen Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tigerclaw_x 1 Posted October 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 (edited) Pics of what? Of free Vepr? How can I prove it that my friend gave it to me? I still need SOME assurance that the normal new AK74 bolt will work, get me acceptable headspace and that this gun won't blow up in my face D Edited October 7, 2011 by Tigerclaw_x Quote Link to post Share on other sites
forceflow17 16 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Pics or it didn't happen Quote Link to post Share on other sites
presto_z 125 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 I have a spare Bolt, bolt carrier, recoil assembly and top cover that id be willing to sell. They are from an unissued Bulgarian parts kit and are in excellent shape. Unfortunately I cannot guarantee your headspace. Make me an offer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rifleshooter474 2 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Buy a 5.45x39 Head space Gage. http://ak-builder.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=30044 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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