Which new Rifle to buy? (vanity)

05.27.10 | Myself

[2aberro]

OK,, I have a pretty good selection of firearms, Ak47's, Bolt guns, .22's, 30-30's, shotguns, several good pistols and a gun safe. (ammo for all) But I don't have a AK74. Are there known reliable models out of the box?(the ammo is pretty cheap now)I've even heard of some of the cheaper models key-holing.

I have been told that Century builds are hit/miss, and Saiga's have that funny trigger. For under $600 bucks,, (no I don't want an AR) what model AK74 is available?

(PS,, I love AR's, but I have been told that as long as you have an Armorer, go with the AR,, if you don't,,, go with the AK)

[2aberro]

5.45X 39

As I mentioned, ammo is cheap now, and I don't have one,,, that is the reason I want one.

[crazydad]

M1 Garand. Pros good hitting power, nice range,historical.Cons 8 round clip. After that SU16 by kel-tech. Uses 223 and AR15 clips. Low kick.

[2aberro]

Try a Sabre...very reliable...no problems whatsoever...

name on list,, never heard of them,,, thanks!

[CaptSkip]

GO HERE: http://www.k-var.com/shop/home.php

[EGPWS]

Let's stop with the plinker recommendations!

[2aberro]

The one gun I really want is a SA Socom2 .308 rifle.

Yep,, nice weapon,,, but my Remington 700/Leupold scope in .308 is unbelievably accurate. Its my "deer" gun.

[mylife]

Polish w.z. 96 beryl

[Recon by Fire]

All of my friends with AR based weapons have far more trouble with them than those with AR based weapons.

Eh?

[2aberro]

M1 Garand. Pros good hitting power, nice range,historical.Cons 8 round clip. After that SU16 by kel-tech. Uses 223 and AR15 clips. Low kick.

Good Info,, had two Garands, sold them,, rifle and ammo heavy. Nice rifle's,,but my old eyes can't utilize the really great sights on these rifles, I want a 5.45x39.

[absalom01]

That one is sweet, but it’s kinda heavy. The Scout Squad is a good one too, and a bit lighter.

Not that you could go wrong with either one.

[2aberro]

Polish w.z. 96 beryl

On the list,,, thanks!

[CaptSkip]

AND HERE FOR AMMO DEALS:

http://gun-deals.com/ammo.php?caliber=5.45x39

Wolf and Silver Bear are 'NC' Non-Corrosive...

[2aberro]

The Daowoo DR-200 is an exception

but it has an AK action.

Ya, I considered a Dawoo,,, but its only available in .223,,, I want 5.45x39. Cheaper ammo.

[surfer]

http://www.gunblast.com/Sabre-AR15.htm

[2aberro]

Keep in mind AK-74 ammo is corrosive and US built 74’s do not have chrome lining so it seems like a waste of money.

Another good way to clean up after corrosive ammo is Windex,, it has ammonia it, which cleans out the salts well. I have no worries w/corrosive ammo.

[mnehring]

Bump to read.
I’m curious about the ‘classic’ Lancaster built ones.

[GladesGuru]

The bigger problem with a DaewooDR-300 (7.63X39) is the same with the DR-200: parts are scarce.

[2aberro]

I’m curious about the ‘classic’ Lancaster built ones.

We may have a winner.....

but I don't want a milled receiver,,, to heavy and unnecessary for an AK.

Lancaster Arms Brand: AK74 Rifles

Milled AK74 Rifle With black poly furniture , semi auto 5.45 x 39 , these beautiful rifles feature a Milled AK74 receiver and built with Bulgarian AK74 parts and a new stainless steel barrel and are very accurate .They have a top quality fit & finish and are backed up by a lifetime warranty . Rifles come with 1 - 30 round magazine.

[CaptSkip]

SGL31-61

Remanufactured by Arsenal Inc., Las Vegas into its final configuration.

http://www.k-var.com/shop/product.php?productid=17038&cat=354&page=1

$779.

The absolute reliability and authenticity make the SGL31-61 the ONLY CHOICE for collectors, perfectionists, and AK enthusiasts alike. All authentic components, made according to the original technology, and detailed attention, which went into the manufacturing, make the SGL31-61 THE rifle you will be proud to own and show off to your friends at the shooting range. The ONLY truly configured AK-74 currently available in the US market that uses brand new Hammer Forged and Chrome Line barrel, the SGL31-61 offers the safety and reliability that you expect from your rifle, making it the highest quality AK-74 available on the market.

[dynachrome]

Go old school! :)