502sox 1 Posted January 4, 2013 Report Share Posted January 4, 2013 Long Time Listener, First Time Poster Picked up nib unconverted 223 Saiga at gunshow this weekend. My rifle circa 2009 has import marks in odd places, just curious if anyone had seen these before Russian American Armory Mark forward of magazine bottom of receiver. Etched import mark ROSJAGN on right receiver behind safety selector Seller pulled bait and switch, displayed rifle had mag dimples and clean old style RRA import marks, assured me everything in boxes below was same. Price was good, took him at word, still irritated at being lied to, my fault for not double checking. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted January 5, 2013 Report Share Posted January 5, 2013 I just got one not long ago as well in x39. Post #6 should tell you what you want to know. http://forum.saiga-12.com/index.php?/topic/65100-anyone-know-what-rosjagn-means/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 7,071 Posted January 5, 2013 Report Share Posted January 5, 2013 Welcome to S12.com! Sucks being lied to by a low life dealer, but the rifle is still a good rifle. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted January 5, 2013 Report Share Posted January 5, 2013 (edited) Yeah I wouldnt let the dimples bother you that much. Its still going to be a badass rifle, and one that should last a lifetime. ETA: My 7.62 that I just got doesnt have dimples either, and is an '06. Its not a deal breaker for me. I rather like having an oddball to throw into the mix. Edited January 5, 2013 by Captain Hero Quote Link to post Share on other sites
502sox 1 Posted January 5, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2013 Thanks for info. Interesting about German import mark. This will be my second 223, also have converted/restored personally a 308, 2 7.62x39 and 2 12 gauge. Like I said, price was not bad, considering current events, just didn't care for seller BS. I should have investigated purchased rifle more, but was assured it was exactly like display. Box was still sealed in original plastic, tried to be optimistic. Ya'll know how that usually ends up. Aside from his BS, Seller had at least 10 more 223 nib under mine. At show he was asking 424 out the door, which given current climate/availability didn't seem bad. Business address on receipt given is relatively close to Louisville, Ky if anyone looking for another rifle. I'm sure he's not vendor here, don't want to violate any board/forum rules. Thanks again for help. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mancat 2,368 Posted January 5, 2013 Report Share Posted January 5, 2013 (edited) On the plus side, you probably got a heavier barrel. Most (but not all) non-dimpled .223s had them. Unless you want to do a front end parts swap, this is an advantage. Edited January 5, 2013 by mancat 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pyzik 597 Posted January 5, 2013 Report Share Posted January 5, 2013 Nice rifle even though you got your leg pulled. Welcome to the forums. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
liberty -r- death 1,445 Posted January 6, 2013 Report Share Posted January 6, 2013 I have dimples and no dimples rifles. Both feed ammo the same, and mags have same amount of movement. Someday that German import mark may end up collectable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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