Saiga rifle scope mount question

[T2K]

Hello all. I think that, for some, this is a super easy question. I appreciate your time to reply though as I am not clear fully on this matter.

I am buying this rifle ("unconverted" Saiga 5.45mm) and keeping it this way. I like the look and I have other "AK" style rifles.
http://centerfiresystems.com/sai-545.aspx

So, if I want to mount an optic on a normal Picatinny/1913 rail, will the below item attach to the mount on the left side of the Saiga? I mean, out of the box and no other parts needed, just clamp it on and I'm good to go?
http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-1075/AK47-Saiga-Scope-Mount/Detail

Thanks for your help.

 

[malamut]

Yes

 

[M1key]

You mean like this?

M

 

[d2wing]

Side mounts are not perfect, but are the best optic mount for a Saiga or AK type rifle.

 

[T2K]

Thanks all. So I only need to buy that mount and an optic.

Mikey - yes, like that, though I was thinking red dot sight. What kind of group size do you get with that at 100m? Or do you shoot it further?

 

[mshootnit]

on my saiga I had a bp-02 with a russian 4X scope from kalinka. It worked pretty good.

The best looking one I have seen is the UTG side mount.
there's a video of a 5.45 with one on a popular video uploading site I am sure you can find.

 

[Mr. Farknocker]

The answer is yes like the others have said. If you truly wish to leave your Saiga stock, then your only option is to use a mount like the one you are inquiring about. The reported shortcomings or complaints associated with that type of system that I know of are:

1. the mount is off-centered/canted (it may be a problem just with certain brands);
2. the position of the scope is too high;
3. You cannot co-witness with red dot optics; and
4. the position of the mount prevents you from using the BUIS (may be brand specific)

I experienced problem #1 with a UTG mount I purchased and ended up returning it. Nos. 2, 3, and 4 weren't a big deal to me.

 

[M1key]

What kind of group size do you get with that at 100m? Or do you shoot it further?

1.5-2 MOA

I hit a 6-inch plate at 200 yrds consistently

M

 

[Girodin]

Side mounts are not perfect, but are the best optic mount for a Saiga or AK type rifle.

Why do you think they are better than beryl rails?

 

[303 hunter]

On that quick release mount,there is plastic washer on the lever. After using the quick release a few times,the washer will break. Either get it set and don't use the release,or replace the plastic washer with a metal one. There is also a version with three set screws. I have one of each;they both work great.

 

[d2wing]

I had not seen a Beryl mount before. After looking at one, they might be a good solution. It looks more solid and accurate but that may be moot on an AK. I like my quick detach side mount over a receiver cover mount or forward mounted scope. I'd be interested in hearing more about the Beryl mount.