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help with AK 47 or similar purchase

RobinRobin Member Posts: 1,228 ✭✭✭✭✭
edited October 2001 in Ask the Experts
I have read many posts about the do's and don't's associated with the various AK-47's available. I read many posts about them and learned a little, but since I never thought I'd be in the market for such a firearm. Now I'm thinking it might be a good thing to have around.Would someone help put me on the right track of what to look for and what to stay away from. If I understand the posts, $350 to $400 should be in the ball park for a decent one. I learned a long time ago tring to save $50 or so on a gun purchase can be the most expensive $50 you'll ever not save. I'd rather do it right the first time and save a lot of aggravation.I know there are a lot of experts out there, I think I would prefer the SAR 1 but will listen to suggestions. Thanks alot for your help. Robin
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  • ED PED P Member Posts: 190 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I've got an SAR-1, they're ok, no malfunctions, but they truly are "made from parts" guns. I had one with a bent and rewelded operating rod, and exchanged it for a new one which had a slightly off angle sight, though the front sight blade just had to be adjusted a little to the right. I have a friend who brought one which had no flaws, however. It's kind of a gamble, but even the losing guns will still function fine. I've shot 3 different ones and never had a malfunction.[This message has been edited by ED P (edited 10-08-2001).]
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  • slidder12slidder12 Member Posts: 358 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    i have had several ak's i think the best i have had and still do is a bulgarian with milled receiver......they are all fine with the exception of madi which comes out of eygpt...
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  • smooth_operatorsmooth_operator Member Posts: 227 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    They're right about bthe MAADI. Unless you are thinking of or are actually waiting for something to go wrong with the rifle (like I am), dont get one. The SAR's seem to be getting good reviews from everyone. You have to remember that AK's are AK's and that will be that. It all boils down to personal preference in the end.good luck-Smooth
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  • 110110 Member Posts: 125 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    The SARs are good rifles, but like any firearm, you should inaspect it before you buy it. I bought my SAR 3 through a local dealer.All the SARs I have come across have be in good shape, but metal finish is something to be desired. Any of the SAR models are a good choice. Good Luck!
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