7.62x39....what brands do people like, which brands to stay away from.

[kcheung2]

I've actually had very good luck with Tula. In fact I prefer it for an AR in x39. With the NPap & SKS it doesn't matter, they've shot it all reliably. But I prefer Golden Tiger because it's more consistent in their powder charge.

There are many ranges in S. Cal that don't allow bi-metal magnetic ammo (which is most of the cheap x39) due to fire hazard so that is also a consideration. Most ranges in N. Cal don't have that restriction.

And if you shoot corrosive ammo, be sure to clean it soon afterwards. There was a post recently about someone who forgot to do that, it ruined the chamber & bore.

[NOTABIKER]

My trusty chinese SKS eats all the cheap stuff and comes back for more. Whatever is on sale.

[Bigtwin]

My converted Saiga eats it all. I will say however, Golden Tiger is the most accurate out of the other brands.

[five.five-six]

My trusty chinese SKS eats all the cheap stuff and comes back for more. Whatever is on sale.

Such has been my experiance.

[omega]

my sks eats anything I can dish out, and asks for seconds

[knucklehead0202]

Yup, my '52 Tula SKS doesn't care, neither does my dad's '53, or my brother's '54. The vz58 also shoots it all about the same. If there's bad x39 out there, I've yet to shoot it.

[Catch]

Same, have not encountered bad x39.

Tula seems more consistent than wolf. Even m67 shoots well.

[norcal77]

They all work fine, some are just dirtier than others, golden tiger or norinco if you can find it are the ones I like

[mtenenhaus]

thanks......that helps, got to look for a sale