Thinking about a Saiga 12

[joash]

Few questions:

a) why buy a converted S12? is it just for looks? Do the converted versions (for example at Riflegear) come with the gas plug that allows you to shoot low powered ammo?

b) Do you have to adjust the plug constantly to the type of ammo you are using?

c) If I get the version with the mag well, do I need special mags?

d) what 10 round mags are the most reliable?

[Slim///]

a)taken from saiga 12 forum

Ok, that's all well and good... but WHY SHOULD I CONVERT?

Upside:
~Removes complication from your fire control group.
~Improves every aspect of trigger pull. You get lighter pull, less friction, better feel, less slack, etc etc etc. Pulling a trigger rather than pulling a lever that tilts a bar that pulls the real trigger isn't the best setup.
~Puts the gun in the configuration that was intended.
~Improves ergonomics.
~Cuts the length of your gun by 4-5 inches. You also get to pick your Length of Pull by choosing from all the AK stocks in the world, which vary from American use (long) to Asian use (short).
~Puts the center of gravity closer to your body, making the gun more controllable.
~It will point better.
~It will aim faster.
~Recoil will be handled better.
~Some find a pistol grip makes getting back on target much easier and faster. I am one of those. So is every military on the planet.
~You get to use high capacity magazines such as the MD-20 20 round drum with no legality issues from the Federal government.
~If you do it yourself, you'll get some pride and a detailed knowledge of how everything works.
~You get in the secret club. We'll teach you the handshake later.
~And finally, chicks dig it.


Downside:
~The parts do cost money.
~The labor either costs money or your own time.
~There are only two downsides.
~Stop looking for a downside.

Usually converted ones comes with the stock plugs.

B)Depends on the plug and ammo you are using

C)Not sure, but you'll need a mag lock that will be compatible

D)Usually SGM or AGP seems to be the go to. I have SGM and they run fine