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Posted: 10/4/2020 3:42:56 PM EDT
I have a chance at a M85 Pistol with more then enough original steel mags. What’s the feedback on these?

What braces and upgrades have you done ?
Link Posted: 10/4/2020 4:17:39 PM EDT
[#1]
I really like mine, but its a converted underfolder with a permanent barrel extension on it. No complaints other than it's an underfolder

Link Posted: 10/5/2020 11:01:32 AM EDT
[#2]
Leaving this as a pistol
Link Posted: 10/7/2020 10:20:31 PM EDT
[#3]
Mine is currently set up as follows;

*First gen Black Shockwave Brace.
*USmachinegun folding adaptor for the Shockwave Brace.
*Manticore Arms Black Renegade Handguard.
*Burris FastFire 3 red dot ( 3 MOA )
*Magpul Black Pistol grip.
*Tapco G3 Trigger.
*Midwest Industries Blast Diverter.
*Early 1990’s M249 sling.

Edit cuz I messed up

Link Posted: 10/7/2020 10:36:38 PM EDT
[#4]
Yes. Nice compact, solid shooter. The poly mag is tough and lightweight.

Attachment Attached File
Link Posted: 10/7/2020 10:52:05 PM EDT
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Yes. Nice compact, solid shooter. The poly mag is tough and lightweight.

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Poly mag?
Link Posted: 10/7/2020 11:35:15 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 10/8/2020 2:25:29 AM EDT
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The factory Zastava mag. Mine was broken when I got the rifle.
Link Posted: 10/8/2020 8:22:08 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 10/8/2020 3:13:09 PM EDT
[#9]
What would be really sweet would be if these 85’s get popular enough, then maybe Magpul would make a 5.56 AK mag for them.

Maybe?

Link Posted: 10/8/2020 3:19:34 PM EDT
[#10]
What would be nice would be if they got popular enough to import rifles too.
Link Posted: 10/13/2020 9:56:06 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 10/13/2020 10:09:17 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 10/13/2020 4:57:22 PM EDT
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Has anyone tried using the AC-UNITY mags in their M85?

https://www.robertrtg.com/store/pc/AK-30RD-5-56x45MM-WINDOW-MAGAZINE-AC-UNITY-392p7087.htm
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These look promising

Link Posted: 10/13/2020 5:41:01 PM EDT
[#14]
What’s the going rate one these now $$$????
Link Posted: 10/13/2020 8:35:27 PM EDT
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Off the top of my head Galil mags fit, but not 100% about feeding correctly. Galil mags are relatively cheap sometimes.
Link Posted: 10/14/2020 9:03:24 PM EDT
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Off the top of my head Galil mags fit, but not 100% about feeding correctly. Galil mags are relatively cheap sometimes.
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What would be really sweet would be if these 85’s get popular enough, then maybe Magpul would make a 5.56 AK mag for them.

Maybe?



Off the top of my head Galil mags fit, but not 100% about feeding correctly. Galil mags are relatively cheap sometimes.


Yup, I’ve got a few Galil mags that my M85PV gets along with greatly
Link Posted: 10/15/2020 2:36:17 AM EDT
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I have a question for the "krink" guys. I have heard that the "krink" get too hot too fast with its caliber 5x45, can it be converted to another pistol caliber closest to its cartridge diameter? Just maybe changing the barrel and convert it to straight blowback? I know that it's a funny Q but can it be done? What do you think?
Link Posted: 10/16/2020 7:56:58 AM EDT
[#18]
I tried the steel Galil and they wouldn’t  lock up. Tapco Galil will and work well. No issues on reliability but kind of like unicorns theses days.
Link Posted: 10/16/2020 8:36:01 AM EDT
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I've been wanting to try the Beryl mags in mine, but these look promising too and a lot cheaper. Tuning in.

From the ad:
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Has anyone tried using the AC-UNITY mags in their M85?

https://www.robertrtg.com/store/pc/AK-30RD-5-56x45MM-WINDOW-MAGAZINE-AC-UNITY-392p7087.htm


I've been wanting to try the Beryl mags in mine, but these look promising too and a lot cheaper. Tuning in.

From the ad:
Best part is these work in most Yugoslavian 5.56mm M90/M85 also!


Son of a bitch.

Mags were the main thing holding me back from one of these.

I need more money ha
Link Posted: 10/16/2020 8:31:22 PM EDT
[#20]
Galil mags

https://www.primaryarms.com/imi-surplus-steel-556-galil-magazine-35-round

FFL on gunbroker with ATI Galil mags
I may actually buy a few from this guy if the ATI mags are a lot better then the beater surplus mags I have.
Link Posted: 10/17/2020 5:12:30 PM EDT
[#21]
Interesting
Link Posted: 10/20/2020 2:01:37 AM EDT
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I'm currently putting together a M85 that I will be able to run with NODs and my socom suppressor.
I also primarily have been collecting Polish Beryl mags but I just got a Galil SAR parts kit and apparently some people have successfully been running those 35rnd mags reliably in the M85.
So now I collect the Polish translucent mags and the 35rnd Galil mags and unintentionally created two compatible weapon systems in the inventory (possibly).

Here is my check list so far.

M.I. YUGO RAIL
AIMPOINT COMP M2                          (Still deciding what mount)
CNCW THREAD APTR
US PLM GRP
BCM KAG 1913
SF M300
PERST 4 GREEN/IR
BONE STEEL GALIL STYLE FLDR BRACE
TWS DOGLEG
M13 ECH
UNITY HOT BUTTON
SF MZL ADAPTER
Link Posted: 10/20/2020 9:21:13 AM EDT
[#23]
I have a new one with 18 mags! Steel original new.

What’s a good price if I sell this package...???
Link Posted: 10/21/2020 10:05:56 PM EDT
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I'm currently putting together a M85 that I will be able to run with NODs and my socom suppressor.
I also primarily have been collecting Polish Beryl mags but I just got a Galil SAR parts kit and apparently some people have successfully been running those 35rnd mags reliably in the M85.
So now I collect the Polish translucent mags and the 35rnd Galil mags and unintentionally created two compatible weapon systems in the inventory (possibly).

Here is my check list so far.

M.I. YUGO RAIL
AIMPOINT COMP M2                          (Still deciding what mount)
CNCW THREAD APTR
US PLM GRP
BCM KAG 1913
SF M300
PERST 4 GREEN/IR
BONE STEEL GALIL STYLE FLDR BRACE
TWS DOGLEG
M13 ECH
UNITY HOT BUTTON
SF MZL ADAPTER
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Please post pics when done!

Sounds awesome!
Link Posted: 10/28/2020 6:40:47 AM EDT
[#25]
Then there’s this!

Check out what I found on GunBroker.com! https://www.gunbroker.com/item/882646695
Link Posted: 11/6/2020 12:41:51 AM EDT
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Has anyone tried using the AC-UNITY mags in their M85?

https://www.robertrtg.com/store/pc/AK-30RD-5-56x45MM-WINDOW-MAGAZINE-AC-UNITY-392p7087.htm
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Sample size of one, but it worked fine

Link Posted: 11/6/2020 1:33:10 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 11/6/2020 2:12:21 AM EDT
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I've been kicking myself for years for not buying one and 20 mags when jgsales had them for $440 and $10 mags.
Link Posted: 11/6/2020 2:40:42 AM EDT
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I've been kicking myself for years for not buying one and 20 mags when jgsales had them for $440 and $10 mags.
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I paid $499, but I only got 10 of the $10 mags. Now if I could just find a drum
Link Posted: 11/6/2020 9:10:19 AM EDT
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Look on GB right now. There’s one with 15 mags
Link Posted: 11/6/2020 2:45:40 PM EDT
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How much you trying to get for it?

Link Posted: 11/6/2020 3:29:47 PM EDT
[#32]
Not mine

It’s a M85PV
Link Posted: 11/7/2020 10:53:14 PM EDT
[#33]
My M85 has the AR15 mag adaptor. It is alright as a gun. It never jams and is accurate enough. But without a rail or folding stock it is just a novelty.
Link Posted: 11/8/2020 2:38:23 PM EDT
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My M85 has the AR15 mag adaptor. It is alright as a gun. It never jams and is accurate enough. But without a rail or folding stock it is just a novelty.
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M85NP IIRC is the AR mag model.  

Add a brace adapter and a folding knuckle.

OR if it uses a underfolding trunion like the M85PVs , permanently add a barrel extension to achieve 16" and convert it to an underfolder

Link Posted: 1/2/2021 7:53:08 PM EDT
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Has anyone tried using the AC-UNITY mags in their M85?

https://www.robertrtg.com/store/pc/AK-30RD-5-56x45MM-WINDOW-MAGAZINE-AC-UNITY-392p7087.htm
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I tried the 3 I had today and all worked flawlessly. Same with the polish FB Radon mags. This included stuffing them in the snow/dirt that was on the ground
Link Posted: 1/19/2021 12:56:00 AM EDT
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I would like to have one of these too, but with Biden and the dems we will be lucky to be able to buy a wheel gun or a shotgun. YOU can kiss your cool guns goodbye! Hell we about lost this ar15.com website even!
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