Best Brand of AK-47

deadidunn · Nov 6, 2012

With the election and talks of bans and all that, I've about decided to purchase an AK-47. I looked through some archives, but couldn't find a straight out thread for this topic, probably is one someone though. I've never really cared for the look of them, but I've never shot one either and you can't argue that they're not battle proven. Anyway, I know some of you are AK conesuers, so I thought perhaps you could give me some of the better brands and the most reliable. I appreciate your help. I would like to stick to 7.62 X 39.

Josh

1911Dave · Nov 6, 2012

+1 been looking and so many choices. Not looking for top of the line but something decent quality.

MOTOR51 · Nov 6, 2012

I purchased a Yugo underfolder a week or so ago and love it. It appears to have a better fit and finish than the Romanian wasr

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jbadjones · Nov 6, 2012

I think the majority is going to lean towards the Arsenal line of AK's. Basically a top of the line saiga conversion is what they are. Usually around $800 for the SGL-21. Wish I would have picked them up when they were alot cheaper, but still, at that price you're getting a top of the line weapon that will definitely stand up to the beating we put it through reenacting Red Dawn in the living room.

joey9139122 · Nov 6, 2012

Love my m+m 10

JNieman · Nov 6, 2012

A WASR that you can inspect in-person for known common defects is one of the best bargains, but you gotta know what you're looking for. This video by Jim Fuller is a great bit of advice on that topic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0BP2_hcffs but that means you have to be able to inspect it in person before purchase. You can save some bucks that way, though. I think you can still find WASRs for what... $350-400?

The same thing goes for Century Arms. They also have a bad rep and little-to-no-warranty support, so inspecting their firearms prior to purchase comes with the same "buyer beware" These can be $400-500 I think.

I've seen a good bit about M+M but don't know much about them. I believe they fall between Arsenal and those cheaper options.

Next up on the price scale, I would say are Arsenal converted Saigas, and I've heard nothing but good about Arsenal's customer service, and they do have a limited warranty. These can be $600-1000 depending on options and styles

There are a bunch of other companies around or just above Arsenal's price point that do good work but may not have the volume of reviews to know how good the company is in reliability and warranty.

Then you're really entering the 'custom builder' realm where you're paying for brand name some, though they're often backed up with impeccable warranty as well. Popularly enough are Krebs, Red Jacket, Tromix, Rifle Dynamics, and what not. Probably some I'm forgetting.

Depends on what you want. Arsenal is famed for reliability in the function of their build at a budgetable price, however I think their finish is subpar, and the trigger not as good as a Tapco G2. Great guns though. They do what an AK should, which is to say, go bang every time. Probably the most common suggestion I see around forums for people wanting to buy an AK over the internet.

Bayoupiper · Nov 6, 2012

The best?

A pre-lunch Kalashnikov.

And any of the above mentioned US made ones.

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Guate_shooter · Nov 6, 2012

A Norinco, if you can find one.

The Arsenals are A+. All the known brands will be of amazing quality but be ready to pay the price. Sometimes you get lucky with the Century's even though I had had pretty bad luck with them in the past, all had crooked front sights.

alex · Nov 6, 2012

+1 for a Norinco--specifically a MAK90. Best bang for the buck, IMO. They're abundant, reliable, and will easily keep their value if you don't tacti-tard it out. Plus they can be had for less than most any Arsenal.

I believe Smokeless bought a Waffenwerks AK recently that I got to look at. I'd definitely go with one of those as well.

deadidunn · Nov 6, 2012

I greatly appreciate the input fella's, its helping my shopping. Thanks!

Tx_oil · Nov 6, 2012

In descending order
Norinco
Arsenal
Polish Beryl/Archer
Yugo
Bulgy
Romanian WASR--if a Century build check the sights for cant.

Bosco · Nov 6, 2012

I had a milled polish AK put together by century arms that I loved. Paid $600 for it here on the forums.

Really regret selling it

But a good buddy of mine is giving it a good home.

Thing was smooth smooth smooth and very accurate. Beautiful too. Ah well easy come easy go maybe I'll find another like it one day.

turboneal · Nov 7, 2012

Center fire has 7.62 x39 vepr for $499 and u can install a bullet guide and mag catch for a few bucks to use standard ak mags. That's the best in my opinion...

You should probably buy one of those new Romanian packages from classic for 499...

Vanilla Gorilla · Nov 7, 2012

FWIW any AWB would have to be passed by a Republican Controlled House of Reps. Unless you gotta have now if you wait 3 or 4 months the Panic Buy will be over and prices will stabilize.

1911Dave · Nov 7, 2012

I have a couple that I need some opinions on. (Prices too)

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/ind..._id=1429&virtuemart_category_id=23&Itemid=762

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/ind..._id=1430&virtuemart_category_id=23&Itemid=762

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/ind..._id=1716&virtuemart_category_id=23&Itemid=762

Armnhammer · Nov 7, 2012

1911Dave said:
I have a couple that I need some opinions on. (Prices too)

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/ind..._id=1429&virtuemart_category_id=23&Itemid=762

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/ind..._id=1430&virtuemart_category_id=23&Itemid=762

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/ind..._id=1716&virtuemart_category_id=23&Itemid=762

I would go with the middle one. Looks like a good deal.

egl1962 · Nov 7, 2012

any of the chicom ak's are good. i like polytech. arsenals are real nice and are new guns not rebuilt surplus. the arsenal classics are about as good as it gets. i like the bulgarian arsenal slr's better than the sgl's myself. also look at a hungarian ak. they are top notch. stay away from century arms products. as cheap as they are, they are still not worth the money. buy a good ak and you will be set.

Southland Fi · Nov 7, 2012

Vanilla Gorilla said:
FWIW any AWB would have to be passed by a Republican Controlled House of Reps. Unless you gotta have now if you wait 3 or 4 months the Panic Buy will be over and prices will stabilize.

MR O could write an executive order and bypass the house/senate

Jack · Nov 7, 2012

Southland Police Supply said:
MR O could write an executive order and bypass the house/senate

That is about as likely as me shitting fire.

jasonj5313 · Nov 7, 2012

NOLA_Jack said:
That is about as likely as me shitting fire.

I concur.

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