Want a project

[Target]

So I wouldn't say I'm new to firearms or anything but there is still a lot for me to learn, that being said I want to undergo a project shotgun. Not sure what I want to use it for but probably just for shooting around, HD and maybe a little slug hunting if possible. I would really like to try my luck with a saga 12 but I don't know what to look for what the "conversion" is all about I really like the look of them. But I am on a tight"er" budget I have money and time but I don't want to spend over 750 to 1k.

Any ideas are welcome and info on the saiga stuff would be much appreciated.

Thanks,
Zach

 

[tdt91]

get a Remington 870 and go to town with all that cash you have to spend on it. The options are almost endless

 

[august1410]

get a Remington 870 and go to town with all that cash you have to spend on it. The options are almost endless

870s or Mossberg 500s are like Legos for the shotgun nut.

 

[fivepointstar]

get a Remington 870 and go to town with all that cash you have to spend on it. The options are almost endless

+1

870 Tactical and then go to town. I was eyeing the Surefire Forends today....sweet!!

 

[Dave MP]

FPS, those Surefire fore ends are sweet. Dan carries them at GC. Was looking at them the last time I was there.

 

[Target]

Ok that was kinda my second option, although I would still like a little info on the saiga. As what shop(s) will carry fun upgrades for the 870 and what places are likely to have the tactical.

 

[fivepointstar]

Ok that was kinda my second option, although I would still like a little info on the saiga. As what shop(s) will carry fun upgrades for the 870 and what places are likely to have the tactical.

not sure whats up you're area???? most "true" gun shops will carry 870 accessories

Google Tactical Remington 870 and get some ideas what you want in your Tactical SHotgun????

 

[Markp]

So I wouldn't say I'm new to firearms or anything but there is still a lot for me to learn, that being said I want to undergo a project shotgun. Not sure what I want to use it for but probably just for shooting around, HD and maybe a little slug hunting if possible. I would really like to try my luck with a saga 12 but I don't know what to look for what the "conversion" is all about I really like the look of them. But I am on a tight"er" budget I have money and time but I don't want to spend over 750 to 1k.

Any ideas are welcome and info on the saiga stuff would be much appreciated.

Thanks,
Zach

I bought and converted my own, I used some higher dollar parts to get the look I wanted and I spent just about $850 with the price of the gun included.

This is how mine turned out.

Mark

 

[fivepointstar]

theres a Saiga 12 thats SWEET in the classifieds.....did i mention it sweet

http://www.mdshooters.com/vbclassified.php?do=ad&id=4580

 

[gibby]

Welcome to the group

 

[Target]

So how much would a saiga 12 cost new? And where could I find one around here (pasadena). And could I shoot it before the conversion? And does it require a 200 federal stamp or anything?

 

[Darkemp]

theres a Saiga 12 thats SWEET in the classifieds.....did i mention it sweet

http://www.mdshooters.com/vbclassified.php?do=ad&id=4580

The one in the classifieds is begging to be converted. Saiga conversions aren't that hard to do, lots of resources on the Internet to help.

 

[pitjeep]

i have a completly stripped 870 express reciver with mag tube you can have for free.start from scratch.wont ship it you must pick up.as its free i wont travel to deliver.

 

[pitjeep]

i have a completly stripped 870 express reciver with mag tube you can have for free.start from scratch.wont ship it you must pick up.as its free i wont travel to deliver.

this is back up for grabs.

 

[boatbod]

If you want to learn about S12's the best resource is Saiga 12 Forums. They have information on conversions, troubleshooting and aftermarket accessories, or just about anything else you can think of.

As far as getting one locally, its a bit of a luck-o-the draw thing. Marlin at PDI usually stocks them, but his website says they are out at the moment. You may also try Mike at Mid County Guns, and Dan at Gun Connection.

 

[mbz300sdl]

not sure whats up you're area???? most "true" gun shops will carry 870 accessories

Google Tactical Remington 870 and get some ideas what you want in your Tactical SHotgun????

Not if there regular customers aren't interested in "tactical gear" or shotguns period unless they slug guns for hunting.

 

[Goose Guy]

So how much would a saiga 12 cost new? And where could I find one around here (pasadena). And could I shoot it before the conversion? And does it require a 200 federal stamp or anything?

If you get a brand new in box saiga, it should be good to go as it is. The conversion looks to be a personal preferance issue, unless you mean full auto, which just ain't happening unless you're a dealer.

The $200 tax stamp is only if you plan on shortening the barrel to be NFA.