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Posted: 10/10/2018 4:28:31 PM EDT
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I'm skeptical.
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Posted: 10/10/2018 4:32:44 PM EDT
[#2]
It's like the Ras47 and the C39 but more better metal!
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Posted: 10/10/2018 4:32:57 PM EDT
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I'm skeptical. |
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Posted: 10/10/2018 5:29:30 PM EDT
[#4]
Pass
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Posted: 10/10/2018 7:10:57 PM EDT
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Sounds like they've upgraded only the critical components. I would be weary of other components failing that the ras47 demonstrated in rob ski's 5k round test. Things like the front sight hood splitting off and the sling loop bent inwards, and the rear sight disintegrating. Also, that msrp is suspect when a RAS47 retails for $15 more on their website.
But, credit to them for coming out with a rifle that has upgraded components. Its a step in the right direction. |
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Posted: 10/10/2018 7:41:34 PM EDT
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I have strong doubts about any thing built by Century but I wish them luck.
I'm not very hopeful though since I've heard the story before. |
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Posted: 10/10/2018 8:03:05 PM EDT
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A heavy duty AK with no chrome bore? Pass.
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Posted: 10/10/2018 8:13:32 PM EDT
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It took them 'years of development' to copy a rifle pioneered in the 50's that was also widely copied in many other countries including China and Romania?
ETA: Or maybe that's just how long it took them to realize that you shouldn't make critical parts out of castings... |
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Posted: 10/10/2018 8:17:53 PM EDT
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No thanks. I'll keep my Molots and Noincos.
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Posted: 10/10/2018 8:48:47 PM EDT
[#10]
Palmetto State is an American Made option, is it not?
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Posted: 10/11/2018 7:16:23 AM EDT
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So they made a “better” RAS, without admitting to the shortcomings of the original?
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Posted: 10/11/2018 10:53:55 AM EDT
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A heavy duty AK with no chrome bore? Pass. Lots of kit builds have been put together with US made nitride barrels. They work great. |
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Posted: 10/11/2018 3:28:40 PM EDT
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Nyet, wouldn't waste any time or money on it.
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Posted: 10/12/2018 9:28:41 AM EDT
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I want them to do well. But their previous two attempts at an American made AK have been questionable. The C39s seem to be doing far better than the RAS series based on what I have read.
I have a PSAK as my American AK offering and it has been just fine for me. |
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Posted: 10/12/2018 9:50:34 AM EDT
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If it was anybody but Century or IO, I "would wish them well" with this endeavour. Theyve proven with their lies, shills and nonsense that they arent actually trying to make a good product. There is absolutely zero reason to expect them to change and anybody who falls for this foolishness has noone to blame but themselves.
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Posted: 10/12/2018 5:22:18 PM EDT
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We have started to test the new rifle and documenting pictures of the internals as we complete each shooting session.
VSKA Rifle 
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Posted: 10/13/2018 12:49:47 AM EDT
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Why even waste your time or money? There are better options for similar cost, with know track records. Century, IO, DDI, PSA, etc have all shit the bed with made in USA rifles. Anyone that buys one deserves the shit box they’re getting imo.
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Posted: 10/13/2018 4:56:28 AM EDT
[#18]
still don’t care.
I do like that stock though. |
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Posted: 10/13/2018 6:01:53 AM EDT
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We have started to test the new rifle and documenting pictures of the internals as we complete each shooting session. VSKA Rifle https://atlantic-firearms-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/media/sylius_shop_product_original/product/vska-ak47-rifle-century-arms-12.jpg |
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Posted: 10/13/2018 8:48:48 AM EDT
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Some interesting material in here:
No optics rail No cleaning rod Dimples, but no magazine stabilizing plates Additional rivets Milled front trunion The rifle appeared to shoot very reliably at its first range trip. I hope they got it right this time.  Century Arms VSKA AK47 Rifle Testing at Atlantic Firearms PART ONE |
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Posted: 10/13/2018 3:03:38 PM EDT
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No thanks. I'll keep my Molots and Noincos. |
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Posted: 10/13/2018 3:32:02 PM EDT
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It took them 'years of development' to copy a rifle pioneered in the 50's that was also widely copied in many other countries including China and Romania? ETA: Or maybe that's just how long it took them to realize that you shouldn't make critical parts out of castings... Still, if they get it right I would actually be interested. I’ll see how the AKOU test go before seriously considering it. 
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Posted: 10/14/2018 11:46:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ha my thoughts exactly. Still, if they get it right I would actually be interested. I’ll see how the AKOU test go before seriously considering it. |
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Posted: 10/15/2018 7:16:38 AM EDT
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I like that guy. If it's crap he has nuts enough to say so, unlike other 'reviewers'. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Ha my thoughts exactly. Still, if they get it right I would actually be interested. I’ll see how the AKOU test go before seriously considering it. |
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Posted: 10/16/2018 8:07:17 AM EDT
[#25]
We plan on running 500 -1000 rounds through the Century Arms VSKA AK rifle this week and will post updates . We also plan on checking head space and taking pics of internal wear. Rob with AK Operators Union stated he would be also testing one in the future.
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Posted: 10/16/2018 8:22:06 AM EDT
[#26]
Hell ya. I love my RAS47. Shoots great and only have around 4500-5000 rounds though mine. A little wear on the bolt and parts but every AK beats themselfs up. They are not build to precise tolerances like an AR is. I would be interested in getting one of these.
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Posted: 10/24/2018 1:08:30 AM EDT
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I hope they bring a good product to market. I’d like to see them succeed and bring a quality firearm to market.
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Posted: 10/24/2018 7:08:11 AM EDT
[#28]
Yeager is doing some really clumsy and laughably transparent shill videos for the rifle which doesn't really bode well for its quality.
 Failed To Load Title Pathetic. |
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Posted: 10/24/2018 8:29:40 AM EDT
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Warning to follow on posts;
Remember this is a Technical Forum and keep Yeager comments appropriate to a Technical Forum. We know his history, stay on topic. If you don't know his history use that google thing. dryflash3 |
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Posted: 10/24/2018 9:23:23 AM EDT
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Yeager is doing some really clumsy and laughably transparent shill videos for the rifle which doesn't really bode well for its quality.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tH5dC6fQ6qwPathetic. |
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Posted: 10/24/2018 7:14:41 PM EDT
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I have a couple century AKs.
They actually do fairly well, though I did have to do some work on my m74 because the front sight post was so canted. One thing I just can't wrap my head around is their constant use of unlined barrels in what they know well will be a rapid, high round count rifle. Even people who aren't serious shooters who buy one will do mag dumps. Maybe not a lot but they will still do them. Luckily my wasr was monkye'd together fairly well. But my soul is burning for moar 74 and an underfolder... |
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Posted: 10/24/2018 7:37:03 PM EDT
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Nitriding is as good as if not better. At least one foreign AK manufacturer (Radom FB) is nitriding barrels rather than chrome lining. I wouldn't be surprised to see others make a switch. Lots of kit builds have been put together with US made nitride barrels. They work great. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A heavy duty AK with no chrome bore? Pass. Lots of kit builds have been put together with US made nitride barrels. They work great. |
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Posted: 10/24/2018 8:14:14 PM EDT
[#33]
Here is a quick video on round 3 of testing the VSKA AK47 Rifle.
 Century Arms VSKA AK47 Rifle Testing at Atlantic Firearms PART THREE |
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Posted: 10/25/2018 10:22:58 AM EDT
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I'd love to see where it says this is a "Technical" forum. My browser shows it to simply be "AK Discission".
I guess one could use that as an excuse to censor opinions and discussion on topics one personally dissent like. Seems to be working so far. |
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Posted: 10/25/2018 10:33:08 AM EDT
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I'd love to see where it says this is a "Technical" forum. My browser shows it to simply be "AK Discission". I guess one could use that as an excuse to censor opinions and discussion on topics one personally dissent like. Seems to be working so far.  Attached FileIMO, Dryflash does a good job at keeping the GD comments out of this forum. Its so easy to pick up when Yeager is repeating Century's literature. And the bolt seems to be showing wear in Atlantic's test, at the 3:25 mark. Imo, its going to be the same situation as Rob's C39; replace bolt with surplus and check headspace and keep on shooting. |
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Posted: 10/25/2018 11:06:57 AM EDT
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I'd love to see where it says this is a "Technical" forum. My browser shows it to simply be "AK Discission". I guess one could use that as an excuse to censor opinions and discussion on topics one personally dissent like. Seems to be working so far. Any forum other than General Discussion are technical forums. If members can't keep bullshit, GD type comments out of the technical forums they will be locked out of them. |
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Posted: 10/25/2018 11:59:14 AM EDT
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Thanks guys, what the 2 post above said.
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Posted: 10/25/2018 3:11:04 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/26/2018 12:33:42 AM EDT
[#39]
My browser just shows "AK Discussion".
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Posted: 10/26/2018 10:26:25 AM EDT
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My browser just shows "AK Discussion". |
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Posted: 10/26/2018 10:51:47 AM EDT
[#41]
Tag.
Interested to see how this holds up. I got the email from Century when they announced these. Looked like a nice rifle, we'll see how it lasts. |
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Posted: 10/26/2018 8:28:19 PM EDT
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Looks like the extra rivets on the left side are for a missing side mount. Hopefully Century got the hint and ditched their proprietary side mount, but instead buyers get nothing?
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Posted: 10/26/2018 9:29:19 PM EDT
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Looks like the extra rivets on the left side are for a missing side mount. Hopefully Century got the hint and ditched their proprietary side mount, but instead buyers get nothing? |
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Posted: 10/27/2018 6:48:55 AM EDT
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Why bother with lightening up the carrier? Were heavy carriers a known ak problem?
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Posted: 10/27/2018 6:24:31 PM EDT
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Getting back to business. Has anyone went out and even seen one in the wild yet? I really want them to succeed here.
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Posted: 10/28/2018 11:42:07 AM EDT
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Why bother with lightening up the carrier? Were heavy carriers a known ak problem? |
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Posted: 10/28/2018 8:38:33 PM EDT
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Is it correct to point out the mass and shape of the gas block is because it's a cast part?
The gas block looks odd to me, after decades of seeing AKMs with a pretty standard shaped block. Is there a reason why forged blocks can't be sourced? |
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Posted: 10/28/2018 8:48:53 PM EDT
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Is it correct to point out the mass and shape of the gas block is because it's a cast part? The gas block looks odd to me, after decades of seeing AKMs with a pretty standard shaped block. Is there a reason why forged blocks can't be sourced? |
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Posted: 10/28/2018 10:20:38 PM EDT
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Does anyone know what VSKA (Viska) stands for?
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Posted: 10/29/2018 2:41:29 AM EDT
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Does anyone know what VSKA (Viska) stands for? Sh!TTY Kalashnikov Attempt |
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