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Posted: 1/24/2006 2:49:38 PM EDT
Ok, I got it today, and haven't fired it yet, so here is my review upon inspection...
HOLY SHIT THIS GUN IS BEAUTIFUL!!! It is THE sexiest rifle I have EVER SEEN. I sent it in the last week of December, and have it back already! Troy's communication was fantastic, and his work was phenomenal. He even accommodated my relocation deadline with WEEKS to spare! What really surprised me was that he not only SBR'd my gun, but he fixed some problems from whomever built the rifle originally, and all for MUCH less than I expected. I would have happily paid over twice as much for this level of workmanship. If I can ever afford another high-end AK project, he'll be getting my business even if a competitor quotes me less.     In light of the other thread about an unsatisfactory build experience, I thought I'd publicly laud Troy's workmanship and service. Thanks again, Troy! The gun ROCKS. I'll post a range review when I get some rounds through it. |
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Posted: 1/24/2006 3:35:05 PM EDT
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As with many other pics i have seen of Troy's work, your krink looks very nice. The "all black" look is cool too. Im sure when you hit the range you will turn heads with it.
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Posted: 1/24/2006 3:38:00 PM EDT
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Let's hope that you feel the same way about Inrange after you fire a few mags through it. |
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Posted: 1/24/2006 3:56:13 PM EDT
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I currently have six In Range built AKs with three more at the shop,never had the first problem.
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Posted: 1/24/2006 4:04:12 PM EDT
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He said it testfired fine, so I'm not anticipating any problems... Stay tuned for range report. |
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Posted: 1/25/2006 4:51:18 AM EDT
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It was just some minor adjusting, a small repair. That is why the turn around was so quick.
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Posted: 1/25/2006 6:43:04 PM EDT
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SSH! I'm trying to drum up business!!! Well, not that you're not swamped as it is... Thanks for the great work, anyway! I shot 60rds through it today. It ran like a dream! A real torture test comes this weekend! |
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Posted: 1/26/2006 2:29:53 AM EDT
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Looks good !!
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Posted: 1/26/2006 3:24:55 AM EDT
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That is a beautiful Krink, please share the details on the build. It would be great to hear about the kit, receiver, grips...well, pretty much everything. Thanks for sharing the pics and the post.
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Posted: 1/26/2006 1:51:11 PM EDT
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What type of grips are those?
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Posted: 1/26/2006 3:57:30 PM EDT
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It wasn't a "build" per se. I bought it from a dealer on GunBroker. It had horrible wood grips and a fake can pinned on. Also, the stock was pinned open at one point to make it postban compliant, and was thus missing the pinned spring on the stock latch. The receiver hole for the latch was too small as well and prevented the latch from moving at all, except a blow from a mallet.
I bought the handguards from autoburst.net They're $175.00 + shipping. They're awesome HGs, rock hard and take heat VERY well. I got the barrel nut and krink FH from K-Var. The mags were part of a 4-piece set that came in a OD pouch complete with stripper clips and a guide. I got them for about $30.00 from ORH online. Before:  After:     There's a video of me bumping it that I'll post once I get it cleaned up. |
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Posted: 1/27/2006 3:01:56 PM EDT
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And another with a new Samco grip installed
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Posted: 1/30/2006 3:58:01 PM EDT
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It's a beaut' all right. How do you like the new grip? I'm thinking of building a clone of yours, but I'm not sure about that grip. Looks a bit Sci-Fi, no? All this *after* I move out of California later this month.
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Posted: 1/30/2006 4:53:40 PM EDT
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I beg you...........
Put the AK Pistol Grip back on! Please! 
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Posted: 1/31/2006 11:18:37 AM EDT
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Nice! can't wait to get mine.
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Posted: 1/31/2006 1:36:45 PM EDT
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The grip is SO much better and your finger indexes the trigger more easily with this new grip. I do like the old style as well, but this one was WELL worth the 20 bucks. |
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Posted: 2/1/2006 10:17:42 PM EDT
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Let's say I wanted to build one like yours. Could I use a regular receiver made from a blank and some USA made parts and end up with what you have? The barrel would be a big issue. Don't know where to get it without spending $500+ Dollars. Ideas?
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Posted: 2/2/2006 11:51:35 AM EDT
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Your best bet would be to get a kit from K-Var and have it built up on a regular AK-74 receiver. If you want an SBR, you need to make sure your future state allows them. I believe the K-Var kits are $700.00 now. There are some built up krinks online for around $1,000 give or take. I got mine as a full gun with a fake can from GunBroker, so I paid a little more than I should have, but that was during the Krink parts dry spell, so I was desperate. I don't know about meeting your $500.00 limit, though. Some parts are krink-specific, and are hard to find outside of a parts kit. The handguards are from autoburst.net and retail for $175.00 + shipping. Troy at InRange would be able to steer you in the right direction if you want the specifics. |
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Posted: 2/4/2006 8:18:15 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/4/2006 8:59:40 PM EDT
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It works great. In the stickied Krink pic thread you can see officer960's. Mine should arrive in a few weeks and I'll be sure to get some pics up. To me, there's something extra cool in a milled receiver Krink. |
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Posted: 2/5/2006 12:45:57 AM EDT
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Very very nice blaster, I really like the front muzzle comp. SWEET...
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Posted: 2/5/2006 1:22:24 PM EDT
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Outstanding. Thanks! Now to make plans... :) |
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Posted: 2/5/2006 6:50:24 PM EDT
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Why did you opt for the black handguards? They look very good but is there any other reason? I myself really like the Russian laminate but that is just my personal opinion...
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Posted: 2/5/2006 8:00:46 PM EDT
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The handguards that came with the rifle were horribly finished, so I swapped them out with the autoburst set. I like the look, and plan on refinishing the old ones.
I've never seen these in any pics, so I decided to be original. I opted for the smooth design, because the railed guards were blocky, and didn't have a rail on top for an optic. |
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