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Posted: 2/17/2017 1:51:32 PM EDT

ETA: Looks like an AK-103 is the obvious winner.

I recently came into a 7.62x39 unconverted Saiga through a local trade, and now I'm faced with some options:

1) Convert it to a full size AK-103 with correct 5.5mm side folding stock
2) Convert it to an AKSU (in 7.62x39) with the correct 5.5mm folding stock, correct length barrel, and permanently attached PBS-4 type faux suppressor to make it legal length
3) Same as option 2, but keep the barrel long with no faux suppressor

Now, I already have an AK-103, AK-104, and 7.62 AKSU in my collection, so think of it as what would YOU prefer if I were to offer it to you in a future trade or sale (it's not for trade or sale at this time, btw). SBR is not an option at this point since I already have an SBR'd version and don't want or need two of them.

Posted: 2/17/2017 2:32:17 PM EDT

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Full size proper AK-103 clone.

Posted: 2/17/2017 3:03:07 PM EDT

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This.

Posted: 2/17/2017 3:57:29 PM EDT

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I said 103 also. Any of the special markings by chance?

Posted: 2/17/2017 5:31:39 PM EDT

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I said 103 also. Any of the special markings by chance?

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Unfortunately, no. Unlike my last one it does have receiver dimples, though.

Posted: 2/17/2017 5:56:09 PM EDT

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Yep

This is probably the only 7.62 rifle I would own. I had an SLR107UR and it was a lot of fun but not as much as the 5.45 AKSU.

Posted: 2/17/2017 6:03:27 PM EDT

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Posted: 2/17/2017 6:27:12 PM EDT

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Saiga AK-103 w/correct side folding stock

Posted: 2/17/2017 7:50:28 PM EDT

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103

Posted: 2/17/2017 10:19:44 PM EDT

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I'm a weirdo, and I know it wasn't an option but I'm partial to the 104. I like the barrel length and how it stays a little shorter but still useable and the little more modern look to it. So, yeah.

Posted: 2/17/2017 10:22:30 PM EDT

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I'm a weirdo, and I know it wasn't an option but I'm partial to the 104. I like the barrel length and how it stays a little shorter but still useable and the little more modern look to it. So, yeah.

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I am as well, but my last Bulgarian combo block is already installed on a Bulgarian AK-105 barrel. If I drag my heals on the build to the point that they come back in stock at K-Var then I might go that route.

Posted: 2/17/2017 10:45:29 PM EDT

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I am as well, but my last Bulgarian combo block is already installed on a Bulgarian AK-105 barrel. If I drag my heals on the build to the point that they come back in stock at K-Var then I might go that route.

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There is a guy on the files making a passable reproduction for ~$130 I think. Another guy is making a no threads version for $106 plus shipping (just bought 2 of those, making a couple almost 102's kinda things with YHM QD breaks).

Posted: 2/17/2017 10:52:04 PM EDT

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There is a guy on the files making a passable reproduction for ~$130 I think. Another guy is making a no threads version for $106 plus shipping (just bought 2 of those, making a couple almost 102's kinda things with YHM QD breaks).

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I saw that. But I tend to stick to the originals if at all possible.

Posted: 2/17/2017 11:15:59 PM EDT

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I saw that. But I tend to stick to the originals if at all possible.

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Well, if your cool with the $250+ price tag more power to ya. I'm a shooter and not a collector though, so it doesn't fit bill to keep original if its more. I can respect the original parts though.

Posted: 2/17/2017 11:21:10 PM EDT

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Well, if your cool with the $250+ price tag more power to ya. I'm a shooter and not a collector though, so it doesn't fit bill to keep original if its more. I can respect the original parts though.

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Well thankfully I've never paid more than the $113 that K-Var asks when they're in stock.

Posted: 2/17/2017 11:29:10 PM EDT

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I'm changing my vote, 107 style in 7.62x39.

Funny thing, I have all the equipment to do it, just not the skills to know how

Posted: 2/17/2017 11:31:47 PM EDT

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I'm changing my vote, 107 style in 7.62x39.

Funny thing, I have all the equipment to do it, just not the skills to know how

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I have a tutorial on how to do it. If you were local I'd let you come over and I'd guide you through the process. Turbothis (Matt Yeamans) on the files is a good guy and does good work, just no refinish work.

Posted: 2/17/2017 11:33:40 PM EDT

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I have a tutorial on how to do it.

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Would you like to share? Maybe that's the direction I'll go if it's feasible.

Posted: 2/17/2017 11:41:06 PM EDT

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Would you like to share? Maybe that's the direction I'll go if it's feasible.

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I second this motion. If I had some dims I might be able to get them drawn up, maybe get a guy to come run my machines and make something.

Posted: 2/18/2017 10:14:02 AM EDT

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It's even got pictures!

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_4_64/152759_SAIGA-full-conversion-tutorial.html

Posted: 2/18/2017 11:42:12 AM EDT

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It's even got pictures!

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_4_64/152759_SAIGA-full-conversion-tutorial.html

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Oh, I thought you had info on how to make a 107/108... Not exactly the same as a standard 100 series.

Posted: 2/18/2017 11:53:00 AM EDT

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Not a fan of fake suppressors or long, skinny barrels. One more vote for 103 folder.

Posted: 2/18/2017 11:55:12 AM EDT

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Oh, I thought you had info on how to make a 107/108... Not exactly the same as a standard 100 series.

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Oh, I thought you had info on how to make a 107/108... Not exactly the same as a standard 100 series.

Me too. I couldn't believe I missed a tutorial on how to make a 107 pattern rifle all this time, haha.

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Not a fan of fake suppressors or long, skinny barrels. One more vote for 103 folder.

That definitely looks to be the case. Makes it an easier build, too. I'll keep the AKSU parts for another build.

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