Choose my new rifle

iscareliberalsandlikeit · Oct 21, 2012

So I've been bitten by the AK bug. I had previously sold my romy SAR-1 looking to upgrade. I've been around all the gunshops in my area and came down to three models I'm interested in...the new updated SIG 556R, a converted SAIGA in 7.62x39, or a zastiva PAP M70 in wood. I really like the feel and features of the SIG but worry about my previous poor experiences with SIG customer service should i end up with a lemon. The M70 fit and finnish remind me of the old norincos i never snagged when i had a chance in the late 90s. The SAIGA would be nice as it is a made in russia ak type, and is about as close as ill ever get to the real deal...This is more of a range toy, just looking to diversify my gun collection. Any experiences or suggestions would be helpful!

aka108 · Oct 21, 2012

I bought a Arsenal back when they were not nearly as expensive as they are today. Also purchased 2 Saigas. One 223, the other 7.62x39. These I left stock. The Saigas shoot nearly as well as the Arsenal. All 3 are enjoyable to shoot. Which you get depends upon how much you want to spend.

meanmrmustard · Oct 21, 2012

aka108 said:
I bought a Arsenal back when they were not nearly as expensive as they are today. Also purchased 2 Saigas. One 223, the other 7.62x39. These I left stock. The Saigas shoot nearly as well as the Arsenal. All 3 are enjoyable to shoot. Which you get depends upon how much you want to spend.

Converted Saigas are exceptional rifles. Accurate (as far as AKMs are concerned), affordable, robust, reliable, and deadly. This, sir, is my choice.

JSNAPS · Oct 21, 2012

If your looking for a range toy the Vepr fits the bill nicely

iscareliberalsandlikeit · Oct 22, 2012

So the converted SAIGA...glad to hear they are a bargain. Is a converted one for 660$ reasonable? Any aftermarket forearms? The one on it feels like a plastic toy!

meanmrmustard · Oct 22, 2012

$660 isn't bad. As fore handguards, MI makes some great railed handguards.

wnycollector · Oct 22, 2012

Converted Saigas are exceptional rifles. Accurate (as far as AKMs are concerned), affordable, robust, reliable, and deadly.

+1 on this.

worker · Oct 22, 2012

my suggestion

23 inch 7.62x39 Vepr Version 1 (standard sights -- it allows to reuse standard AK gas blocks)

you get heavy barrel, RPK receiver, 23 inch barrel, impeccable fit and finish

(and yes you will need to convert something to make it hi cap)

basically a beautiful, overbuilt AK that is also more precise

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