Saiga 12 in AK format

[PTK]

Well, I'm pleased as can be with this shotgun. I normally prefer manual (pump or break open) shotguns, but this is the first autoloader I've really gotten into other than an old Model 11.

It shoots easily and with little recoil, which is a major concern with my spinal arthritis, and points better than it has any right doing.

I'm going to take it out for a bit more patterning and even try shooting clays with it, which is something I've not done with a 12ga for many months now. I usually prefer the 28ga, but with the autoloading system this almost kicks the same in terms of perceived recoil.

Bottom line - I used to think Saiga 12s were a gimmick. They really aren't, and I think the Russians may be on to something, here....

 

[maroast]

Welcome to the club! Just took mine to the range today, and it ran flawless. I suggest Gunfixxers adjustable gas plug from MD Arms (maker of the drum pictured). The plug has 4 settings that can be dialed in on the fly.

 

[PTK]

Yep, I have the Gunfixxer plug, just not installed. I used to have an MD20 drum, too, but had to sell it... financial issues suck.


EDIT: While just installing the Gunfixxer plug, I noticed that not only are there only three gas ports, they're partially blocked by the gas block. I'm going to have to press it off, add the fourth port, enlarge the opening on the block, and press it back on... oh well, I needed a project.