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Updated:VEPR's 7.62x39 and other variants???
I asked this question and bumped an old thread in the industry partners section but didn't get a reply so ......
I've been looking in the $500 - $800 range for the best quality rifle (AR or AK preferably Kalashnikov type) I can get in my price range and I'm ready to buy.
I'm trying to stay away from Century Arms (WASR 10 quality issues scare me) but have looked into the M10's as they are all New parts. I've also looked at Arsenal AK47's.
Seems, for the money, I can get better quality in a Kalashnikov variant than an AR if I buy right in this price range. Also, I'm not an amateur gunsmith type guy like some who want to tinker with their AR rifle constantly rebuilding, tweaking and adjusting which is why I'm looking at the Kalashnikov variants. (ahem ... whistling past the AR guys) Like to grab and go!
NOT trying to start an AK/AR squabble. Yes, I've looked at the Bushmasters Carbon & M&P15's. A possibility with the right deal. DO like HBAR's since they are cash & carry but gennerally out of my price range a bit.
++++> The Vepr AK 47 Rifle Russian Heavy Duty 762 x 39mm priced at $699 has caught my eye and this is mainly what I wanted to ask everyone. Looking at them on AtlanticFirearms.com. Love the standard styling and thumb-hole stock similar to the Russian tiger Draganov. The heavy duty barrel and receiver appeals to me for durability. http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/storeproduct967.aspx
I'm not a rich guy and lean more toward long term durability and reliability. I only want to buy one of these to round out my collection as a target rifle & a SHTF go to defense weapon. I already have a couple of pistols & several shotguns.
Anyone bought one of these??? What's everyone thoughts now that they have been out for a bit? Hows the trigger? Are there better trigger assemblies available? Also I'm considering some 'Tacticool' add-ons like Optics and a mag-light.
A negative - at least to me: My understanding is they do NOT take standard AK mags but can be converted? Are there hi-cap 30rnd VEPR mags available for these outside Maryland?
I'm way on the other side of the creek (eastern Shore) so most of the industry partners would be a haul. Takes me an hour and a half just to get to the bridge.
Maybe Clandestine or Nemesis can help straighten me out.
Thanks for all everyone does here on this site - I read here daily. I salute you! There is more firearms knowledge and experience on this site than any where else on the net.
Pardon my babbling but I get this way when I'm hedging a decision to purchase.
I asked this question and bumped an old thread in the industry partners section but didn't get a reply so ......
I've been looking in the $500 - $800 range for the best quality rifle (AR or AK preferably Kalashnikov type) I can get in my price range and I'm ready to buy.
I'm trying to stay away from Century Arms (WASR 10 quality issues scare me) but have looked into the M10's as they are all New parts. I've also looked at Arsenal AK47's.
Seems, for the money, I can get better quality in a Kalashnikov variant than an AR if I buy right in this price range. Also, I'm not an amateur gunsmith type guy like some who want to tinker with their AR rifle constantly rebuilding, tweaking and adjusting which is why I'm looking at the Kalashnikov variants. (ahem ... whistling past the AR guys) Like to grab and go!
NOT trying to start an AK/AR squabble. Yes, I've looked at the Bushmasters Carbon & M&P15's. A possibility with the right deal. DO like HBAR's since they are cash & carry but gennerally out of my price range a bit.
++++> The Vepr AK 47 Rifle Russian Heavy Duty 762 x 39mm priced at $699 has caught my eye and this is mainly what I wanted to ask everyone. Looking at them on AtlanticFirearms.com. Love the standard styling and thumb-hole stock similar to the Russian tiger Draganov. The heavy duty barrel and receiver appeals to me for durability. http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/storeproduct967.aspx
I'm not a rich guy and lean more toward long term durability and reliability. I only want to buy one of these to round out my collection as a target rifle & a SHTF go to defense weapon. I already have a couple of pistols & several shotguns.
Anyone bought one of these??? What's everyone thoughts now that they have been out for a bit? Hows the trigger? Are there better trigger assemblies available? Also I'm considering some 'Tacticool' add-ons like Optics and a mag-light.
A negative - at least to me: My understanding is they do NOT take standard AK mags but can be converted? Are there hi-cap 30rnd VEPR mags available for these outside Maryland?
I'm way on the other side of the creek (eastern Shore) so most of the industry partners would be a haul. Takes me an hour and a half just to get to the bridge.
Maybe Clandestine or Nemesis can help straighten me out.
Thanks for all everyone does here on this site - I read here daily. I salute you! There is more firearms knowledge and experience on this site than any where else on the net.
Pardon my babbling but I get this way when I'm hedging a decision to purchase.
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