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Posted: 10/27/2015 9:51:56 PM EDT

In theory. If the AK47 is your go to rifle. Understanding that parts will not be had via the internet. What would you choose? A milled or stamped AK? Which one?

Posted: 10/27/2015 9:54:13 PM EDT

[#1]

Wasr

Then trade it for an ar

Posted: 10/27/2015 10:14:36 PM EDT

[#2]

If I was going to have another AK it would be a SLR-107, whichever model has the polymer folder. I have almost bought one a couple of times but AR's have treated me better than AK's and I can't bring myself to buy a $1,000 AK47.

Posted: 10/27/2015 10:54:31 PM EDT

[#3]

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In theory. If the AK47 is your go to rifle. Understanding that parts will not be had via the internet. What would you choose? A milled or stamped AK? Which one?

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Doesn't matter. Most if not all the parts (outside barrel) can be made in ones garage.

Posted: 10/27/2015 11:22:13 PM EDT

[#4]

My requirements are simply for a stamped receiver gun. Preferably with some kind of aperture sight, a Hogue pistol grip and functional accuracy. Decent finish is also appreciated.

I prefer the Zastava PAP line of what is available at the moment. I would get one but I want to be able to put some magpul furniture on one and currently only the stock is available for PAPs. Hopefully that will change.

Posted: 10/27/2015 11:35:50 PM EDT

[#5]

I like the Romanian PSL.

Posted: 10/28/2015 12:22:14 AM EDT

[#6]

A Galil, of course.

Posted: 10/28/2015 12:28:37 AM EDT

[#7]

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If I was going to have another AK it would be a SLR-107, whichever model has the polymer folder. I have almost bought one a couple of times but AR's have treated me better than AK's and I can't bring myself to buy a $1,000 AK47.

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Do it.

Posted: 10/28/2015 12:35:33 AM EDT

[#8]

I already chose.

Arsenal SAS M7 Classic suckas!

Posted: 10/28/2015 4:28:11 AM EDT

[#9]

well...you can't make a milled AK out of a shovel head so....I'm going with stamped.

Posted: 10/28/2015 7:45:30 AM EDT

[#10]

My go-to AK is a Bulgarian SSR-85 (stamped).

Posted: 10/28/2015 11:56:55 AM EDT

[#11]

Stamped, lighter weight. Most milled receivers are pretty but I spend more time carrying & shouldering one than looking at it.

Posted: 10/28/2015 1:50:23 PM EDT

[#12]

A proud WASR owner here. Couldn't beat the price I paid for it and it goes bang every time I pull the trigger. Accuracy sucks - way greater than minute of zombie - but ask me if I really care.

Posted: 10/28/2015 1:57:04 PM EDT

[#13]

I would love an arsenal SLR-107 but for now my Yugo O-PAP is my go to.

Before and after cleaning up the wood.

Posted: 10/28/2015 4:52:02 PM EDT

[#14]

the 250 dollar WASR I already have. duh.

Posted: 10/28/2015 8:02:57 PM EDT

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Same and same price. I cleaned it up some.

Posted: 10/28/2015 8:25:43 PM EDT

[#16]

Stamped. Maadi.

Posted: 10/28/2015 8:28:56 PM EDT

[#17]

Arsenal SLR-107FR

Posted: 10/28/2015 8:34:19 PM EDT

[#18]

Stamped underfolder, I don't know why but that's what came to mind first

Posted: 10/28/2015 9:06:13 PM EDT

[#19]

This was made from a Armory USA 1.5mm receiver and a pristine Romy G kit. Would do me just fine.

Posted: 10/28/2015 10:05:03 PM EDT

[#20]

I have a SLR106 and its fine but I don't like that Arsenal puts a less-than desirable paint on it that comes off way too easy for what you pay for the gun, and considering a gunkote final finish would be easy.

But having just picked up a WASR-10 last week for substantially less money than an Arsenal I'm very happy with it.

Posted: 10/28/2015 10:26:21 PM EDT

[#21]

Stamped is lighter and there's no significant difference in durability.

AJ

Posted: 10/28/2015 11:15:07 PM EDT

[#22]

Milled Polytech...

Posted: 10/28/2015 11:30:15 PM EDT

[#23]

107-FR

I wish I had one to post a pic of!

Posted: 10/29/2015 6:19:42 PM EDT

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I already chose.

Arsenal SAS M7 Classic suckas!

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r128/BulletBait1969/Gun%20Stuff/AK-stuff/HPIM0914_zpse46d7115.jpg

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Wow. Can't get eyeballs back into head. Wow!!!!!!!!!!!

What's the finish on that thing???

Posted: 10/29/2015 7:17:42 PM EDT

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Wow. Can't get eyeballs back into head. Wow!!!!!!!!!!!

What's the finish on that thing???

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I already chose.

Arsenal SAS M7 Classic suckas!

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r128/BulletBait1969/Gun%20Stuff/AK-stuff/HPIM0914_zpse46d7115.jpg

Wow. Can't get eyeballs back into head. Wow!!!!!!!!!!!

What's the finish on that thing???

Thanks.

The finish is just old fashioned commie style enamel paint over parkerizing.
It's the flawless machining that Arsenal did that makes it look so good.

Posted: 10/29/2015 7:20:30 PM EDT

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My go-to AK is a Bulgarian SSR-85 (stamped).

http://s20.postimg.org/ddcy6at4t/SSR_85_036.jpg

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ahh the fun and familiar fireplace photo ! love it.

I would take my big AK the VEPR or the little ak-74 bulgy

Posted: 10/29/2015 9:17:07 PM EDT

[#27]

No SLR-104FR love??

Posted: 10/30/2015 1:27:34 AM EDT

[#28]

I have a Romanian SAR. It's an OK gun and runs 100% but has the crappy sights. Just bought a CMMG Mutant in 7.62 x 39 (I know, not a true AK) but boy is that a great gun so far.

Posted: 10/31/2015 11:24:32 AM EDT

[#29]

Arsenal SGL21

Posted: 10/31/2015 11:28:37 AM EDT

[#30]

Underfolder m70ab2
Or any underfolder just because they're so easy to conceal

Posted: 10/31/2015 10:22:00 PM EDT

[#31]

My SLR-107 was my primary rifle until I got a Tavor. Now the SLR is waiting for a new gas tube, Aimpoint and side mount. Here is how I had it for the last year

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I think the 107 is the gold standard of AKs and I've owned 8 total aaK pattern rifles over the last 10 years.

Obligatory Tavor pic

you just can't beat this little guy with a can:

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Posted: 11/1/2015 9:17:34 AM EDT

[#32]

Sasha my henderson defense built (107 ~)

The wasr has about 15 classes on it though

Posted: 11/5/2015 1:27:40 AM EDT

[#33]

Chicom Type 56 spiker all day long. Then a Arsenal.

Posted: 11/15/2015 2:06:27 PM EDT

[#34]

Sig 556R

Posted: 11/15/2015 2:13:04 PM EDT

[#35]

SLR-104, I'm a 5.45 guy.

Posted: 11/15/2015 10:04:00 PM EDT

[#36]

What I have- a milled Norinco

Posted: 11/16/2015 6:58:15 AM EDT

[#37]

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My SLR-107 was my primary rifle until I got a Tavor. Now the SLR is waiting for a new gas tube, Aimpoint and side mount. Here is how I had it for the last year

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I think the 107 is the gold standard of AKs and I've owned 8 total aaK pattern rifles over the last 10 years.

Obligatory Tavor pic

you just can't beat this little guy with a can:

http://<a href=http://i1071.photobucket.com/albums/u510/davegibbs45/ACACC6FC-CA58-42EC-9BA9-6DBD51C710C7.jpg</a>" />

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I have really been thinking hard about getting a tavor to suppress...it just makes sense. I've almost done an SBR a couple times but something that compact while still having a "full" length barrel just makes more sense to me.

Posted: 11/16/2015 9:44:08 PM EDT

[#38]

Arsenal SLR-101

Posted: 11/16/2015 10:17:12 PM EDT

[#39]

My m70ab2
hides so well

Posted: 11/19/2015 12:29:53 AM EDT

[#40]

slr-107cr would be my choice.

Posted: 11/19/2015 12:40:07 AM EDT

[#41]

For the cost of one milled, you could potentially get two stamped. I'd roll stamped, they're lighter. I think having the milled makes some folks feel better because it is a more rigid receiver, but let's be honest here, it's not like we're constantly seeing people smashing stamped AK receivers. I'd buy the two stamped WASR 10's and call it good. I hate to say it because the Russian AK's are beautiful, but the one WASR I owned shot better than my SGL21-61, the WASR was more accurate.

Posted: 11/19/2015 2:41:14 AM EDT

[#42]

Here's my "Go To" rifle. It's an SSR-85c with the 1.6mm receiver, and the most accurate AK-47 I've ever owned or shot. Unbelievable groups at 100yrds...so much I won't post it here. Needless to say, it's a keeper. I do have a few more things that need to be done such as deciding with optic and mount to go with it. I am going back and forth between the Attero Arms mount with an Aimpoint T1 or Trijicon RMR, or the TWS dog-leg cover with a magnified optic or Trijicon MRO or Aimpoint PRO.

I aso planned to chop the barrel and add a Surefire Uarcomp to bring it up to legal length. After shooting it, however, I am scared to do anything at all to the barrel.

Decisions, decisions.....

Posted: 11/19/2015 1:11:48 PM EDT

[#43]

If it's super accurate, don't mess with the barrel/crown. It's in a sweet spot.

My fav ak's are my saiga conversions. Russian goodness with some modern stuff. I have a 5.56 saiga that has an AR magwell adapter, pretty cool.

Posted: 11/19/2015 1:51:28 PM EDT

[#44]

My Century C39v2 Milled with Magpul furniture and side folder.

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Posted: 11/19/2015 8:33:39 PM EDT

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Do it.

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn73/AKSU_album/Firearms/image_zpsopy9oydk.jpeg

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If I was going to have another AK it would be a SLR-107, whichever model has the polymer folder. I have almost bought one a couple of times but AR's have treated me better than AK's and I can't bring myself to buy a $1,000 AK47.

Do it.

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn73/AKSU_album/Firearms/image_zpsopy9oydk.jpeg

If i were going to press an AK into service as a self defense rifle, it would basically be a clone of this setup.
I would consider one of the SLR-107CRs with the barrel cut to 12.5", though.

Posted: 11/22/2015 11:54:24 AM EDT

[#46]

SLR107CR SBR is my go to AK!

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Posted: 11/22/2015 12:11:07 PM EDT

[#47]

My Bulgarian 74 side folder or my norinco uf.

Posted: 11/22/2015 2:57:21 PM EDT

[#48]

Converted SLR-95's, they are milled, don't feel heavy to me and are dang accurate!

Posted: 11/22/2015 3:44:32 PM EDT

[#49]

My final choice of AK would be an aks-74u clone, but since 5.45 is a suboptimal cartridge and there are limited loads available to match 5.56, I would have to choose no AK.

Posted: 11/23/2015 4:07:59 PM EDT

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