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Posted: 2/3/2024 10:21:01 PM EDT
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I like a couple of PSA AK models. I'm not as patient as I used to be with returning a gun needing warranty service. If a person acquires a new PSA AK and puts several hundred rounds through it, what is the chance something will come up that requires the gun be sent back for servicing? |
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Seems to hold up pretty well.  PSA AK103 Drops 4k, takes a beating! |
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| All of my PSAK 7.62x39 guns run great; one GF5 AKM build, and a GF4 that I run suppressed with a Dead Air PBS-1 and KNS Piston. However, I have one of their AK-101's that's been out for 5-6 weeks due to light primer strike issues and possible headspace issues that started somewhere around 600-700 rounds. |
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Originally Posted By Tmcelheny: Have a G3 7.62x39. Runs like a top. Just get one Same here. I have a late production G3 in x39 with somewhere around 600 rounds through it. Zero issues. PSA had some growing pains early on with their AKs. From my observations, they ironed them out in the G3 production, and certainly the current gens are GTG. |
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Originally Posted By AeroEngineer: Same here. I have a late production G3 in x39 with somewhere around 600 rounds through it. Zero issues. PSA had some growing pains early on with their AKs. From my observations, they ironed them out in the G3 production, and certainly the current gens are GTG. Someone claimed there's a 50/50 chance you'll have an issue with a PSA AK. Maybe that is the past but not now. If by "current gens" you mean G4 and G5, I read the same care is put into manufacturing those as the G3 with the difference being features. |
I have a 104 and an AK-V. Have a WBP GF-5 build on order. They all run great, I expect the WBP to be the same. 
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| I have a 1 year old G3 with the ALG trigger that was on a "Blem" sale. Only upgrades were Magpul furniture and an Ultimak rail for a Vortex reddot. 400 plus rnd and not a single hick up. Both irons and the reddot Bang steel at a 100yds (6 inch plate). I shoot lefty too. |
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Originally Posted By peacematu: I like a couple of PSA AK models. I'm not as patient as I used to be with returning a gun needing warranty service. If a person acquires a new PSA AK and puts several hundred rounds through it, what is the chance something will come up that requires the gun be sent back for servicing? There are tons of the GF3’s out there and if there were widespread issues I think it would be pretty obvious. They’ve done a lot to improve the quality and durability of them. I think for the average shooter they’ll last a very long time. I’ve had 3 and they were all well made with excellent fit and finish. |
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I have several PSAks. I have only had to send one back and the problem was fixed first time. The fact that PSA will stand behind their products even for second owners, is a big deal for me. I also own several Hungarian, and a few Romanian AKs. I love them also and know some of them have a bigger price tag, but if something happens with them, It's on me to find a shop to repair them, and I will cover the cost. Other than collectable appeal, it is hard to NOT consider a PSAK |
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Originally Posted By 300WSM: There are tons of the GF3’s out there and if there were widespread issues I think it would be pretty obvious. They’ve done a lot to improve the quality and durability of them. I think for the average shooter they’ll last a very long time. I’ve had 3 and they were all well made with excellent fit and finish. I read with GF3 they really started getting on the ball. I guess at least some of the hard feelings about the PSA AKs were from gen 1 and gen 2 guns. Something to consider about video reviews: They do gift rifles to reviewers. I noticed this when their Chinese Spiker models came out. Also, they most likely go over it before sending one out for review. Originally Posted By DoorKicker: I have several PSAks. I have only had to send one back and the problem was fixed first time. The fact that PSA will stand behind their products even for second owners, is a big deal for me. I also own several Hungarian, and a few Romanian AKs. I love them also and know some of them have a bigger price tag, but if something happens with them, It's on me to find a shop to repair them, and I will cover the cost. Other than collectable appeal, it is hard to NOT consider a PSAK Thanks. |
| Between me and my buddies I believe we have 5 PSA Ak's. GF3's and 4's. I'm not sure what the highest round count is on one, but they're all definitely at or above the "several hundred" mark, including one that's been shot more suppressed than not. We've experienced exactly zero issues with any of them. |
 Failed To Load Title I’ve been running the Putnik on my AK-P, with no issues. I’ll have a review of the rifle out by the end of the summer, but I’ve got over 1000rds through it so far. |
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I have a GF3 which is flawless after three years or so. The nitride barrel is more accurate at short distances than my AR was. It just cycles on any ammo, any magazines. I put a Fighter Break, Krebs Custom peep sight and an LBE G3 trigger on it along with a sling and cleaning rod. I am in shooting heaven. I wouldn't trade it for any other AK, period. How does it get better? |
| I have a PSA underfolder built with a Romanian parts kit and it holds up well. Been awhile since I shot it but its an underfolder so thats kind of uncomfortable and painful to shoot. |
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