jbanzai 113 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 How is the felt recoil of 308? I've never shot it before, but I'm considereing a S308 for my next conversion. I can shoot 7.62x39 all day with no repercussions afterwards. Now with 7.62x54r and especially 30-06, I'm done after about 10-15 rounds, and I'm feeling it the next day. I do have rotator cuff issues from time to time, but I guess I'm a wimp when it comes to the heavy hitters. Also, how easy is it to get back on target for follow up shots? I'm not looking to mag dump, but how controllable is it if you do? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimdigriz 580 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 Also, how easy is it to get back on target for follow up shots? I'm not looking to mag dump, but how controllable is it if you do? It helps to have a Battlecomp or something like it. Lots of muzzle rise otherwise. The recoil is not like a Mosin, but I would think with rotator cuff issues you might want to stick to lesser calibers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fallschirmjager667 729 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 there are some pretty good muzzle brakes out there, the recoil shouldn't be too bad but i am not recoil sensitive at all so i don't know how you would react to it, just try it out a few times and if it's too much put a brake on it and try a recoil pad Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RED333 1,025 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 It aint bad at all, the report is another story, Wear ear covers, a brake makes the report worse. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DrThunder88 912 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 (edited) Bolt guns tend to hit the shoulder more sharply than semis, and the .308 Saiga isn't an especially hard-kicking semi. If you've ever shot a Garand, I'd liken the Saiga's recoil to that: it lets you know it's there, but it's still pretty comfy. Edited May 1, 2012 by DrThunder88 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 Use a good soft slip on but-pad. Not as hard as a Mosin, but noticeably harder than X-39. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimdigriz 580 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 Use a good soft slip on but-pad. Not as hard as a Mosin, but noticeably harder than X-39. What about an Enidine buffer? Someone on here has been singing their praises, I forgot who. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IndyArms 10,186 Posted May 1, 2012 Report Share Posted May 1, 2012 Last I knew... Enidine buffers were for AR15's... as they go into the buffer tube and replace the buffer that would normally be in there... Didnt know they made one for an AK platform... They do make something that mounts on the back end of a stock... but for the "over 2 bills" pricetag... It seems a BIT STEEP for a S-308 whgich has minimal recoil from the get go... The little rubber ones that you stick inside the action that mount over the recoil spring are not going to do much for you... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted May 2, 2012 Report Share Posted May 2, 2012 Get a brake for the rise if nothing else, with a good brake the recoil feels between a 223 and a 39R. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RobRez 1,895 Posted May 2, 2012 Report Share Posted May 2, 2012 I shoot mine without any worries at all. But I AM a Manly-Man! 150lbs of Twisted steel Sex-appeal! Haha! Mine even has a romanian wire folder, so no padding at all. The S-308 is a pleasure to shoot. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimdigriz 580 Posted May 2, 2012 Report Share Posted May 2, 2012 I shoot mine without any worries at all. But I AM a Manly-Man! 150lbs of Twisted steel Sex-appeal! Haha! Mine even has a romanian wire folder, so no padding at all. The S-308 is a pleasure to shoot. How long have you had the wire folder on there? (Wondering if it will take the 308 recoil without eventually disassembling itself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RobRez 1,895 Posted May 2, 2012 Report Share Posted May 2, 2012 Been on for years and over 2 thousand rounds easy. I did use a little locktite on one screw, that is all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jbanzai 113 Posted May 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2012 Get a brake for the rise if nothing else, with a good brake the recoil feels between a 223 and a 39R. Seriously...no exagerating? If this is true, I'm sold. RobRez....I have tears welling up in my eyes looking at that S308 with wire folder. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timy 1,185 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 Get a brake for the rise if nothing else, with a good brake the recoil feels between a 223 and a 39R. Seriously...no exagerating? If this is true, I'm sold. I'll vouch for that. I have a JP Large Tactical Compensator and that's exactly what I said after firing it. It aint bad at all, the report is another story, Wear ear covers, a brake makes the report worse. Huh? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 Get a brake for the rise if nothing else, with a good brake the recoil feels between a 223 and a 39R. Seriously...no exagerating? If this is true, I'm sold. I'll vouch for that. I have a JP Large Tactical Compensator and that's exactly what I said after firing it. It aint bad at all, the report is another story, Wear ear covers, a brake makes the report worse. Huh? Good brakes are well worth the money. Cant say you can get good results with cheap ones. THe brake will direct the sound to the sides instead of the front so the shot sounds louder. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DrThunder88 912 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 (edited) I think that joke would have worked better in person, Tim. Still, I enjoyed it! Edited May 3, 2012 by DrThunder88 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timy 1,185 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 I think that joke would have worked better in person, Tim. Still, I enjoyed it! I agree but it was all I had to work with. In writing, it could be taken a couple of different ways. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 Sheesh my sense of humor has died.... good joke though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 I would say it feels about like a M1A, but noiser because of the 16 inch barrel. HB of CJ (old coot) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RED333 1,025 Posted May 3, 2012 Report Share Posted May 3, 2012 Well I am a dumb ass, i dont see the joke, much less get "it". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dad2142Dad 6,559 Posted May 4, 2012 Report Share Posted May 4, 2012 Yo OP, the recoil is not bad. I have an Ace Hammer stock and M60 FH on mine. No problems. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timy 1,185 Posted May 4, 2012 Report Share Posted May 4, 2012 Well I am a dumb ass, i dont see the joke, much less get "it". Basically I was just implying that it was too late for me to wear hearing protection. The damage was already done. In writing though, it could be misconstrued as me finding his statement baffling or incredulous. I promise to attempt a better joke the next time I feel the need. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RED333 1,025 Posted May 4, 2012 Report Share Posted May 4, 2012 Well hit me in the head, now I get it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
unclejake 428 Posted June 9, 2012 Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 (edited) I shoot mine without any worries at all. But I AM a Manly-Man! 150lbs of Twisted steel Sex-appeal! Haha! Mine even has a romanian wire folder, so no padding at all. The S-308 is a pleasure to shoot. That is one sweet looking rig!! It may be because I have big hands, but I have a hard time using a stock AK PG on a small Saiga, I bet on the 308, it would be tough! I am in love with this setup though! If I can ever scrape up the money for a 16"er , I will definitely be getting a wire folder! Edited June 9, 2012 by unclejake Quote Link to post Share on other sites
N4KVE 14 Posted June 10, 2012 Report Share Posted June 10, 2012 THe brake will direct the sound to the sides instead of the front so the shot sounds louder. MUCH louder. The 308 Saiga's already come with a buffer on the recoil rod assy, but it's metal. I removed it & use a Buffer Tech unit. GARY N4KVE Quote Link to post Share on other sites
saiga545 47 Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 I shoot mine without any worries at all. But I AM a Manly-Man! 150lbs of Twisted steel Sex-appeal! Haha! Mine even has a romanian wire folder, so no padding at all. The S-308 is a pleasure to shoot. That is one sweet looking rig!! It may be because I have big hands, but I have a hard time using a stock AK PG on a small Saiga, I bet on the 308, it would be tough! I am in love with this setup though! If I can ever scrape up the money for a 16"er , I will definitely be getting a wire folder! That is cool! Also, Apex gun parts has a nice looking recoil pad for that stock! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 I shoot mine without any worries at all. But I AM a Manly-Man! 150lbs of Twisted steel Sex-appeal! Haha! Mine even has a romanian wire folder, so no padding at all. The S-308 is a pleasure to shoot. What brake is that you are using? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CaptLouie 8 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 My 308 is a full tactical conversion. I've got a 74 muzzle brake up fornt and a "special tube" in the T6 stock (from Cobra). Doesn't bother me... and my 13, 14, and 15 year old Grandkids shoot it as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shades_of_grey 1,092 Posted July 1, 2012 Report Share Posted July 1, 2012 Use a good soft slip on but-pad. Not as hard as a Mosin, but noticeably harder than X-39. What about an Enidine buffer? Someone on here has been singing their praises, I forgot who. I've got an Enidine Shot Shock that I use on my S-308. It works quite well, making the recoil a little lighter than a solid-stocked x39. I chose to tame the recoil, (which isn't bad to begin with, but the less the better for longer-range shooting), this way so I could put a dedicated FH on the barrel rather than a brake. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NickWhite 7 Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 I have a dragunov style stock on it and recoil isn't bad, muzzle rise is controllable but i take a second to recoup. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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