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Posted: 9/30/2004 12:09:26 PM EDT

I am sure this has been asked before, but my search came up empty.

Now that the 1994 AWB ban is gone, i would like to get an AK47 style rifle with a folding stock (preferably an underfolder) for about 500 or less.

In AR discussion forums, when someone asks which AR15 to get, the response is always Armalite, Bushmaster & Colt (Rock River too) and stay away from Hesse and cast receivers.

Are there similar recommendations about AK47's? Even after reading up on milled versus
stamped, I am still not sure which is better, any thoughts on that?

Edited to add: I guess what I should be asking which are generally well made AK47's and which are generally considered poorer makes.

Posted: 9/30/2004 4:28:48 PM EDT

[#1]

it was just back on page 2...

hexxe = bad to: hey...this one works!

global trades/arsenal usa = mostly good stuff, but i would be cautious of the ssr56.

romanian = rough finish, usually as good as any other ak, functionally speaking.

arsenal inc. = great stuff. nice finish, good customer service.

hungarian = great stuff, good attention to detail. built with pride.

yugoslavian = heavenly stuff. nicely detailed, well made parts.

egyptian = crude finish but good stuff. authentic russian style akm's with crude parts.

chinese = odd, but, good stuff. finish varies, as do the many models available.

robarms russian molot = funky, but good stuff. nicely made and finished.

eaa russian saiga izmash = nuetered, but good stuff. well made parts.

bulgarian = heavy, but good stuff. well made parts

polish = finely made parts on usa receiver, good stuff.

ohio rapid fire = well made parts sets on oow receivers or their own custom receiver. tons of models.

inrange = custom builds on your parts. good quality from a good guy.

vector = nicely finished with pride in construction. a relative newcomer to ak's, longtime builder.

ak103 = florida's big boy. nice work. innovative model range. friendly folks.

marc krebs = high end custom work. another innovator.

investment grade firearms = another fine custom builder.

israel = galils r us. high zoot and refinement in smart looking package.

finland = the awesome valmet. first on the american scene and still a sought after prize.

ok...next! that cooked both of my brain cells and i know i forgot several!

Posted: 9/30/2004 8:57:38 PM EDT

[#2]

"Cigarette butt", "little bitch", AKS-74/U a.k.a Krinkov

Posted: 9/30/2004 10:14:12 PM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:

Now that the 1994 AWB ban is gone, i would like to get an AK47 style rifle with a folding stock (preferably an underfolder) for about 500 or less.

And to think I paid $ 1,150.00 for a poly tech underfolder (used) four years ago. mmk

Posted: 10/1/2004 7:49:54 AM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
"Cigarette butt", "little bitch", AKS-74/U a.k.a Krinkov

Sorry, but I don't know what this means? Are these models? I am way less familiar with AK designs than AR15 and need things explained to me.

John K.

Posted: 10/1/2004 7:52:25 AM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
Quoted:

Now that the 1994 AWB ban is gone, i would like to get an AK47 style rifle with a folding stock (preferably an underfolder) for about 500 or less.

And to think I paid $ 1,150.00 for a poly tech underfolder (used) four years ago. mmk

Yep, I was looking a few years ago and just come to part with that much money for an underfolder AK. But now $500 looks plausible.

From Atlantic Firearms:
AK V 47 , Under Folder Rifle ,762 x 39, semi auto rifle ,These unique rifles start as original polish AK parts set, they are Factory built on a new Ohio Ordnance receiver .Features working under folding stock, Slant style muzzle brake, bayonet lug & parkerized finish , wood front hand guard . Quality fit ,finish & construction, these will take high cap mags & all backed up by a five year factory warranty. In stock now but Limited in Availability .You will not be disappointed in this unique rifle !!!!!100 % New in box , ships with one 30 round hi cap mag.
$499.00

Posted: 10/1/2004 8:33:25 AM EDT

[#6]

The under looks cool, but the side folder has only one point to move/secure and is less likely to wobble in addition to a more comfortable cheek weld.

For $500 I suggest a $400 hicap WASR from Atlantic, and $100 for the Galil style stock and folding adaptor from riflestocks.com.

Polish kits are usually first rate if you prefer the under.

Posted: 10/1/2004 10:52:50 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:
Quoted:
"Cigarette butt", "little bitch", AKS-74/U a.k.a Krinkov

Sorry, but I don't know what this means? Are these models? I am way less familiar with AK designs than AR15 and need things explained to me.

John K.

Cigarette butt and little bitch are just a few of the nick names given to the short AKS-74/U. A lot of people call them Krinkovs although apparently no one knows why. I wouldn't mind a "little bitch" myself.

Posted: 10/1/2004 12:46:06 PM EDT

[#8]

IMO... The Sako 90 series assault rifle is my favorite. It is pretty close to an AK. And the Sig 550

DROOL!!!!!

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