User Panel
Posted: 12/13/2019 12:11:36 PM EDT
I like the look of the angle of the mags in the more modern AK pattern guns I guess. I want one with black plastic furniture and a folding stock, like an Arsenal 106. What are my options, and why is everything out of stock?
Also, if I get an AK74 I'd have to buy a new caliber, but would 74 mags be easier to find than 5.56 AK mags? That might push me towards something in the commie round. IBTCG (inbeforetrashcangun). |
|
74 mags are much cheaper than 5.56 AK mags. MUCH
But I also want a 5.56 AK. Like a 106CR (12.5” barrel) |
|
Hope you like paying out the nose for mags.
^ Prior owner of a 106FR and 106CR. |
|
Aren't there magwell converters that allow you to run STANAG mags in 5.56 AKs? I could swear I've seen them around.
It had me considering one at one point. |
|
If you can find a used Sig 556, get it. An AK47 with AR15 controls. Best of both platforms.
|
|
|
It's possible you're having a stoke. Is one side of your face hard to control? Are you slurring your speech? Do you have Forest Whitaker eye? Seek medical attention. Seconds can make a difference.
|
|
|
I’ve had a 106 since they first came out over a decade ago. Can’t complain, but I don’t shoot it much anymore.
|
|
Got my 106f years ago, bought about 15 circle 10 mags for it at the same time.
It has never given me any problems. Got it for the same reason, just because. |
|
|
|
Get both, obviously.
If you are STILL on the fence, here is food for thought: https://www.ar15.com/forums/ak-47/AK-in-5-56-223-/64-165982/ |
|
I have a 106FR and a Saiga. The 106 uses Circle 10 mags and the Saiga uses a converter and M4 mags. They both are quite dependable.
|
|
|
I recently placed a factory Arsenal Krink on layaway with Copper Customs because that will scratch two itches. Reliable, affordable Polish military Radon mags are available and in country right now with Atlantic. If you’re serious about getting one, I’d order some mags RIGHT NOW.
|
|
Best option is 5.56 Galil Ace. All the advantages of an AK but it takes STANAG mags.
|
|
|
|
|
|
My buddy had an arsenal 106 that was modified to take pmags. That thing imploded everyone's mind whenever he took it to the range.
|
|
Quoted:
Aren't there magwell converters that allow you to run STANAG mags in 5.56 AKs? I could swear I've seen them around. It had me considering one at one point. View Quote Attached File |
|
SLR-106FR
Mags availability comes in waves. But better than how flaky 5.45 is. |
|
True rebels shoot 5.56 from the AK and 7.62x39 from an AR. I once shot .45 from a Glock but too many panties were accumulated and my 1911 got jealous.
|
|
|
|
Or a 5.45 AR for that matter?
Ammo compatibility...that’s why. |
|
My post deployment gift to myself was a Rifle Dynamics NATO AK, essentially a pricey tricked out 106 that runs forever. Definitive Arms does reliable STANAG conversions too, had a VEPR version for a while but sold off due to weight. Kinda regret it now
|
|
Quoted: Really? The Finns, IDF, Poles, and many others disagree with you: http://i.imgur.com/E74Junq.jpg https://i0.wp.com/www.forgottenweapons.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Photo-1.jpg http://sadefensejournal.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/beryl7.jpg View Quote |
|
DO IT!
Here is my pre/post ban transitional abomination... but I like it. except for the $100/mag price lol. Attached File |
|
I thought I wanted a 5.56 AK so I bought an unfired Norinco 84S-1 ($800) Underfolder and rounded up 14 Norinco mags ( $10-30 each ) for it
Guess what? It is still unfired If you need a rifle in 5.56 shoot an AR |
|
Just wait for the PSA 5.56 AK coming out later in 2020.
ETA: Or get a PSAK74 coming out after shot show. |
|
I got to shoot a vepr in 5.56. it was very nice and accurate.
|
|
I'd like to get one that was set up to use my AEM5 suppressor. I think that would be neat. Something like this:
AK-Niner Mk1 - "Spetsnaz Concept" Kalashnikov (Saiga 223, AK102) |
|
I rebuilt an ak74 with a new 556 bbl and dremmeled out the reciver for canis conversion. Takes pmags bruh.
|
|
Quoted: Really? The Finns, IDF, Poles, and many others disagree with you: http://i.imgur.com/E74Junq.jpg https://i0.wp.com/www.forgottenweapons.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Photo-1.jpg http://sadefensejournal.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/beryl7.jpg View Quote Attached File |
|
|
Quoted: Had a 76 Folder in 223. I could only shoot steel case in it. Brass would split like this. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1147/0039_jpg-1194318.JPG View Quote |
|
I also want a 556 AK to use as a suppressor host
Seems expensive and a lot of work though |
|
Get one. They are tons of fun to shoot. Vepr 1V hasnt given me any problems and its nice to minimize the number of calibers you have to stockpile.
|
|
1. Because AKs are awesome and fun
2. 5.56 AKs are the most accurate AK variants out there simply by having the ability to shoot ammo that's not junk or 40 year old surplus 3. Steel 5.56 same or less CPR than new 5.45 and AKs don't care 4. Almost zero felt recoil, less than a 20" AR even in my experience NATO AKs have more fun Attached File |
|
because a MAK90 bump fires all by iteslf no fancy stock required
|
|
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.