jerry52 893 Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Nice job sarge! Do you shoot NATO in that thing? It's all I shoot in mine and it's tight . Thank You for showing the videos it looks like the adapter works fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted October 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 (edited) Thanks! I shoot NATO, but not as often as I should (I envy you for 100% use in yours; good job!). It runs hotter (duh), but still just as manageable in keeping on target with Miculek comp, spare the slightly more felt recoil. "Fuglystick" handguard is a blessing: still works like a champ. On another note (no need for BTT), the "BIG" changes are slowly but surely roasting up. Sneak peak report: there is a reason why Harris and Fuglystick are removed. Don't get me wrong: I still love 'em; they are both "keepers", so hold your offers. Edited October 30, 2012 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted December 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 I know, it was a while, and quite a few changes in works are altering my original plans, but here it is for now: Brand-spanking new Leatherwood CMR 1-4x red dot is sitting ready, drooling like a overhyped puppy, awaiting its state-of-the-art Midwest Industries 30 mm scope mount (following closely behind). (Thanks to Josey88 and other LW owners, who influenced my decision to step up and hurt my wallet: JK!). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted December 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2012 MI 30mm scope mount's delivery and following "Grand Re-opening" delayed by a week. So, here is "sneak preview": Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hallow 4 Posted January 1, 2013 Report Share Posted January 1, 2013 I loved your final product Sgt. Raven. I have a question though, was your ar mag adaptor picky about what mags it used? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2013 (edited) I ran PMAGs (Gen 2, new and used), C-Products, new and used USGI (green and orange followers) without single hiccup. All mags were 30-rounders. Mag well feels just right: nothing wobbles in it, but not a single issue/failure to lock in or drop free. Speaking of "final" (Lord, have mercy on my credit card!): it's not finished. New scope and mount, plus stock group are in works. Happy New Year! http://youtu.be/YbAfJRpUoz4 Edited January 2, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 (edited) Leatherwood CMR Hi-Lux 1-4x green dot/horseshoe zoom scope on MI 30 mm AK mount as mounted. Edited January 8, 2013 by Sgt. Raven 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 (edited) Presenting "AKAR-DA" in the process of its "Gen 2" transformation with: - built-in permanent AR mag adapter with LRBHO (solid 4140), - MI 30mm AK sidemount; - Leatherwood CMR 1-4x; - custom Fuglystick hand guard - "bird cage" flash suppressor on 1/2x28 barrel threading. Not pictured: Harris bipod. Range report is coming. Future upgrades: alternative pistol grip, sling mounts and modular stock. Edited January 16, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 (edited) My buddy spooned me with few USGIs in the middle of mag sweeping craze, and shipped them inside the "specialty" packaging (see below).Just in case, I cleaned them with sanitary wipes prior to use (JK).I thought it was hilarious.Oh Lord, didn't I give him a lot of grief about... Edited January 19, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
veritas_vincit 4 Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 My buddy spooned me with few USGIs in the middle of mag sweeping craze, and shipped them inside the "specialty" packaging (see below).Just in case, I cleaned them with sanitary wipes prior to use (JK). I thought it was hilarious. Oh Lord, didn't I give him a lot of grief about... Before I logged in to see the pics, I expected to see he had unrolled some condoms over them! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 My buddy spooned me with few USGIs in the middle of mag sweeping craze, and shipped them inside the "specialty" packaging (see below).Just in case, I cleaned them with sanitary wipes prior to use (JK). I thought it was hilarious. Oh Lord, didn't I give him a lot of grief about... Before I logged in to see the pics, I expected to see he had unrolled some condoms over them! Oh Lord, Don't give him any ideas like these... 'cause he will. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2013 While awaiting the pistol grip and saving pesos for modular stock... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) Raw overview footage of project in progress: http://youtu.be/tjL8QUAzdGU Edited January 26, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2013 After "hollywooding" in the woods right after getting it, I went to the County range and (after extended waiting due to record attendance: sign of times) landed me a 50 yds lane (couldn't even get on 100, it was so packed). Sighted in (in few short rounds) and went to qual. Bottom line: it's a keeper. Target pictures below. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bws1 58 Posted January 25, 2013 Report Share Posted January 25, 2013 It would look great cut straight flush with the gas block IMO. Excuse my terrible photoshop skills, but somewhat like this: Dunno if anybody has productionized that, but I'd buy one in a hearbeat. Wouldn't mind a rail on the gas tube, either. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted January 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2013 (edited) It would look great cut straight flush with the gas block IMO. Excuse my terrible photoshop skills, but somewhat like this: Dunno if anybody has productionized that, but I'd buy one in a hearbeat. Wouldn't mind a rail on the gas tube, either. Yep. This is standard length fuglystyck. There are some vented steel gas tube covers are floating around; hit me up when found. I contacted some small shop quite sometime ago, but never got reply, so dropped it. My friend (professional Machinist) can replicate it for the gas tube, but once you add fastener design, etc it gets pricey (he's a friend, but still have a mortgage to pay). In a mean time, here is LRBHO in action, plus casual mag swap: http://youtu.be/f20rk_yrBhE Edited February 3, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted February 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 (edited) AKAR-DA in its final configuration with added M4 tube adapter and my all-time favorites Magpul MOE stock and Hogue pistol grip. Thanks for all critiques and encouragement. Happy Shooting! P.S. I will still throw few updates down the road. Edited February 24, 2013 by Sgt. Raven 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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tchick 52 Posted February 24, 2013 Report Share Posted February 24, 2013 Which stock adapter did you use in the photo above with the collapsable stock? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted February 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 (edited) Which stock adapter did you use in the photo above with the collapsable stock? The one from CSS: M4 STYLE COLLAPSIBLE STOCK ADAPTER "COMMERCIAL SIZE" ALUMINUM TUBE SKU: CSS-AK-TUBE http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-1152/M4-AK-Saiga-Stock/Detailhttp://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-1152/M4-AK-Saiga-Stock/Detail Edited February 25, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tchick 52 Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 Thanks. I want to put one on my 7.62 Saiga. I plan on putting a folding stock on my DA .223 rifle. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted February 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 Since Rifle Dynamics is a Business Member here: check their beautiful and innovative RDAK-M4 adapter, sold by Rifle Dynamics (PayPal) and IWS (no PayPal). http://www.rifledynamics.com/shop/ I was torn in between two. Next build... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vinni83 148 Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 Would you mind if I publish this photo on one of the Russian sites -? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted February 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 Would you mind if I publish this photo on one of the Russian sites -? Please, do! I'd be honored. Let me know if you need high resolution versions as well; I can PM or e-mail them to you. Please, pardon my lack of skills, imagination, talent, and patience, when comes to Photography. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebobrusso 27 Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 What's the weight unloaded no optics no tripod? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted February 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 (edited) What's the weight unloaded no optics no tripod? Corrected: Rifle only: 8.6 lbs. Just in case: Rifle + Optics: 10.4 lbs. Rifle + Optics + Bipod: 10.8 lbs. Length with stock collapsed: 33 3/4" Length with stock fully extended: 37 5/8". Happy Shooting! Edited February 26, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebobrusso 27 Posted February 26, 2013 Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 (edited) have you thought about putting either a krebs enhanced safety or the cheaper version http://ak-builder.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=30213 i recommend it on any ak especially this one also have you thought about the linch left side charging handle? Edited February 26, 2013 by smeeg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted February 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 (edited) have you thought about putting either a krebs enhanced safety or the cheaper version http://ak-builder.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=30213 i recommend it on any ak especially this one also have you thought about the linch left side charging handle? 1) "Not yet" (on Krebs), but you've got me thinking about. Very likely I'll get it, thanks! 2) "No" on Linch charging. Despite all its advantages, I don't see it's working for me, since: a.) I use siderail mounted optics most of the time; b.) I have "bolt hold open" (LRBHO); therefore, I run charging handle only once. Great suggestions! That's what I like this open forum for. Edited February 26, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mancat 2,368 Posted March 1, 2013 Report Share Posted March 1, 2013 it must jam all the time. .223 isn't supposed to work in an AK. better get rid of it. I'm just kidding of course. I currently have this retard commenting in my youtube videos that I need to get a reliable firearm because AKs aren't designed to fire .223. meanwhile I probably fired a couple hundred rounds through the Saiga .223 collectively in all of my videos and I don't recall the gun jamming in any of them. just thought this was the most retarded thing ever, wanted to rant on it, but no new topic. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SgtRaven 531 Posted March 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2013 (edited) I'm with you, Brother! Since it was "designed to jam", as I guess, logical extension of "not designed for ____" (fill the caliber), I'm sweating my @$$ off trying to support this (retarded) concept, starting with 5.45x39 (from Soviet-made service grade select fire AKS-74, AKS-74U, RPK-74, followed by my first Saiga conversion in 5.45x39 few years ago) to un-proletarian, capitalist', "foe" and evil .223/5.56x45. I must be doing something wrong, but third rifle (and second "non-native" caliber) works just as General Kalashnikov intended, when designing his rifle for 7.62x39. And now being fed from PMAGs, USGIs, Lancers, C-Ps, etc., and having built-in "true" M/AR-style LRBHO and mag release??? What's next: former foes joining the NATO? Oh, wait... never mind... Speaking of General, for those who haven't checked it out yet, here is a link to virtual tour of Kalashnikov Museum in Izhevsk, Russia: http://ak47-guide.com/ P.S. Out of curiosity: was that comment about reliability of .223 Saiga made by the same (s)elected official, who is an "expert on women's self-defense" (a.k.a. "Shotgun Joe")? Just asking... Edited March 1, 2013 by Sgt. Raven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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