Selling the SKS for an AK47

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Hey guys,

I want to sell my SKS and purchase an AK47. However, I'm not sure what AK47 to get.

I want a nice AK for the range and SHTF situations. I want something that is of quality and not a POS that rattles and has poor fit and finish.

What AK should I consider with a budget of $700?

I want to stay with the 7.62x39mm cartridge.

Thanks for your help!
 
I want to sell my SKS and purchase an AK47
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What AK should I consider with a budget of $700?
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I hope you aren't thinking about an even dollar deal. You won't get that much out of the SKS although, you'll probably find out that it is more accurate of the two.
 
I have recently asked myself, much the same question. As a former SKS owner (Norinco...1995-2001), I wish I had never sold this rifle.

Speaking only for myself, given the choice between the two, I would rather have the AK platform. I have owned an Arsenal SAM-7 A1R milled and a Romy WASR 10/63. As has been previously stated (and obviously so) there is a huge difference between fit and finish, funiture, overall looks, possibility of canted barrel, gas block, etc. Rightfully so. My WASR was extremely rough. Was indeed canted (barrel and gas block). Wood furniture looked as if you would pick up a splinter in your hand.

However...Function wise...Consistantly, bang, bang, bang. Always fired and functioned. Just really ugly to look at. Typical AK I guess.

A few months ago, I was once again in the market for an AK. My budget was (at the time) $600. I looked and looked and tried to do my research. Here is what I found, and what I purchased:

As per your $700 purchase budget.

1. M&M M-10: Basic Romainian sporter. Built and redone by CoGunSales of Colorado. 90+ % of what I have read and can ascertain about this rifle is extremely positive. Original CHF barrel and all new parts. Original Romanian made reciever (what I can't get over is no dimples) made to originally accept only 10 round magazines. I am sure it is machined out properly and bullet guide is installed.

$599.00 (plus shipping, from multiple sources)


2. Polish Sporter (I.O.)...I know, these could be kinda scary. From what I can tell, these are Polish (made) reciever and barrel (Radom) built with Romanian made parts kits. My opinion...Romy parts around a "quality made reciever and barrel" should be fine, if not great. I have thought very seriously about buying one of these rifles.

Atlantic Firearms: $589.00

Classic Firearms: $499.00 (IF THEY STILL HAVE IN STOCK)

Caveat: I have dealt with Atlantic before. Good people. Appear to stand behind their sales and treat customers correctly. I have never, as of yet had any dealings with Classic.

Anyhow, here is what I did purchase: "Waffen Werks" AK-74, NO-DAK Spud reciver (REALLY good reciever)

Obviously, this rifle is 5.45 X 39, not 7.62 X 39. I wish Waffen Werks made the 7.62 rifle.

As I have previously stated... I am now in the market for an AK-47 platform, as I have purchased a "Waffen Werks" Bulgarian AK-74.

Good luck in your search...Hope this has helped somewhat...

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I've always liked a good Maadi. That being said, me being you, I'd keep the SKS strictly in that they're predominantly more accurate than AKs. If you're just looking for a fun, plink-worthy farm rifle that doubles as a mid-range defensive rifle, then the AK isn't a bad choice. If an AK is a must, I'd go convert a Saiga.
 
simple... if you want a standard AKM pattern rifle, go arsenal... 7.62x39 or 5.56x45... 5.45mm is cheap now, but wont always be, surplus sources will dry up, and when they do the factory rounds they begin to make wont tumble and your AK would have little more muzzle energy than a .30 carbine

so 7.62 if you want more power inside 200, 5.56mm if you want a more stable supply of good ammo and more power outside of 200

also you can consider purchasing a saiga in .308 and converting it to an AK style rifle if you want more range and power, and ive seen many of these with a real bolt hold open feature that doesnt release the bolt until to press a button with your trigger finger
 
Why do you think there won't be any more Tula 5.45?

I would just keep the SKS. You won't get much for trade or sale on it anyway, it might be good to have a backup rifle.

I have tricked out my Yugo to where most people prefer it OVER an AK, but I'm into it for about $600. There comes a point where you have to stop and ask yourself why you bother to get a cheap rifle if you plan to spend that much money on it in the first place.
 
oh im sure the russians will always make their cheap, bottom of the barrel quality ammo to market on people that cant find factory ammo.. but most these countries that were running 5.45 rifles have either stopped (upon joining nato) or are switching to 5.56mm anyway since ballistically, it is a much better round.. its drying up and its just a matter of time before the cheap stuffs gone... so youre just so much better off getting one in 7.62x39 (where the aftermarket is starting to pick up) or 5.56mm which will always be available

i couldnt even find 5.45s made by arsenal anymore on their website, but they still sell a few 5.56mm rifles

and again, saiga is always an option, after converting youd have a russian AK that might even have some features standard ones wont.. like saigs bolt hold open
 
Rather than spending the whole budget on the rifle, try looking around at flea markets, etc. I picked up a slightly used Romanian SAR-1 a few years back for $300, and had money left over to get a case of Wolf MC and a 6 aftermarket magazines. The SAR-1, by the way, is a fine rifle. Fairly accurate, even for an AK. Mine will put a full magazine into a pie plate at 200 yards if I do my part. More than accurate enough for SHTF or any other foreseeable social situation
 
I really like my Tula SKS. I don't see myself selling it anytime soon.

The Arsenal AKs are pretty much the state of the art available here in USA. Find one you like and enjoy that. :)
 
I'm going to have to say that I don't see 5.45x39 surplus suddenly drying up. It's still a military issued round and you're never going to see the Russians switch to 5.56, so they're still churning it out and stockpiling and thus selling off the old stockpiles (of which there is plenty). So we may see 7n6 run out eventually, but by then they'll be selling off 7n10 stockpiles. It may get more expensive over time but it would have to double in price before it even catches up with 7.62x39. I have no problem feeding my Polish Tantal and I find I don't feed the AMD-65 as much because the ammo is that much more expensive. That said, I do enjoy having one of each caliber.
 
Urban carbine from a Sino-Soviet SKS

Hi, Had a AK and could not get used to shooting it, sold it and finally found another SKS to use for a platform for My 7.62x39mm Urban Carbine. Topped it with a Primary Arms red-dot. No issues with the Tapco 20 round magazines and I did the bolt mod to allow changing mags with the bolt closed. This carbine shoots reliably and minute of man accurate ( I use a 5 rd. magazine for deer season ). Solid firearm. WVleo
 

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Saiga's are a good choice as they're new and when you do the conversion, can basically buildl the rifle you want.
Many years and many AK's later, I've settled on a Inter-Ordnance AK that has a US made receiver and barrel. Very well made, second most accurate AK I've owned. The absolute best AK I've ever owned (and regret getting rid of) was an Armory USA Bulgarian AK from Texas, fit and finish were excellent and fitted with a Krebs rear peep sight, was one great gun. Tough to find though as there arent' too many of them out there.
 
Another vote here for keeping the SKS

I have shot both and like my SKS more


The SKS is generally more accurate, and the main improvement
Between the two, ( full auto) isnt available to most of us


Keep the SKS
 
I've owned both (currently an ak) and much prefer the ak. The smaller/shorter size make it handier and easier to operate for me. I can hit a 300m steel silhouette with iron sights offhand without much effort (about 45rpm), more than accurate enough for me.
 
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