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The Argent Dragon 02-11-2008 10:01 PM
I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Newest addition to my arsenal : SKS in front and an RPK in the back. :bear_tongue:

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q...s/PICT1369.jpg

The Argent Dragon 02-11-2008 10:04 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Another shot with the flash (and yes, the SKS has a foldable stock) :wink:

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q...s/PICT1371.jpg

TechGuy 02-11-2008 10:04 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Nice, Always nice to add to the stash.

I have been busy doing the same myself.

How heavy is the SKS? My SKS is a norinco paratrooper and is REALLY heavy.

The Argent Dragon 02-11-2008 10:06 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TechGuy (Post 963882)
...How heavy is the SKS? My SKS is a norinco paratrooper and is REALLY heavy.
It's lighter than my RPK by a few pounds. I'd say about 7-lbs with an empty mag ?
The trick is the stock which is very, very lightweight. On your paratrooper, you might consider swapping the wood for lighter composites to shed weight. :wink:

TechGuy 02-11-2008 10:14 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Argent Dragon (Post 963885)
It's lighter than my RPK by a few pounds. I'd say about 7-lbs with an empty mag ?
The trick is the stock which is very, very lightweight. On your paratrooper, you might consider swapping the wood for lighter composites to shed weight. :wink:
It is a green plastic stock, but it is as heavy as I'll get out, maybe 10lb's or more for the whole gun. I'll have to look at finding a lightweight stock.

Nice for bench shooting, it seems almost 2x as heavy as my AK.

The Argent Dragon 02-12-2008 09:13 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TechGuy (Post 963891)
It is a green plastic stock, but it is as heavy as I'll get out, maybe 10lb's or more for the whole gun. I'll have to look at finding a lightweight stock.

Nice for bench shooting, it seems almost 2x as heavy as my AK.
Is yours Chinese made or a Yugo ???

mdpatriot 02-12-2008 10:35 AM
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Very nice, expecially the rpk....bang for the buck sks's are the best thing going...imho

mdp

too bad we can not have a folding stock in ct.

Mumwaldee 02-12-2008 10:52 AM
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JJ_ 02-12-2008 11:03 AM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Hows that Yugo cycle with that mag? I'm thinking about streamlining my M59 w/ a tapco stock and seeing if I can find some 20 rndr detachable mags... in my opinion the 30rnders are too long for firing prone...

nice boom sticks man

d00d 02-12-2008 11:04 AM
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I think you are inviting a visit from ATF posting pics of those. I admire your courage though.

AuNuggets 02-12-2008 11:07 AM
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"Tactical" ..........the most over used phrase ever devised for the sole purpose of selling guns, ammo, police and military wanna-be equipment.

Tactical rifles & scopes
Tactical pistols
Tactical gunstocks
Tactical flashlights
Tactical holsters
Tactical knives
Tactical pants
Tactical vests
Tactical shirts
Tactical jackets
Tactical socks and underwear
Tactical lights
Tactical cameras w/tactical film
Tactical slings
Tactical clips or magazines
Tactical binoculars
Tactical night visiion
Tactical computers
Tactical shoes and boots
Tactical gloves
Tactical handcuffs
Tactical evidence bags
Tactical radios
Tactical tazers
Tactical watches
Tactical key chains
Tactical cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, aircraft, skateboards.....etc.
Tactical batons, pepper spray, dogs, cats, mice......

You get the idea.

(Nice rifles by the way ! :wink:)

Mumwaldee 02-12-2008 11:07 AM
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JJ_ 02-12-2008 11:08 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by d00d (Post 964487)
I think you are inviting a visit from ATF posting pics of those. I admire your courage though.


:sarc:those are illegal??:eek_ma:

Abouthadit 02-12-2008 11:08 AM
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Hey Dragon: very nice additions. I don't have a lot of luck using stripper clips on the large SKS mags but maybe it's technique. Looks like a Romanian drum on your RPK. Change that puppy out for a Norinco. Much faster and easier loading.

d00d 02-12-2008 11:08 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mumwaldee (Post 964493)
Why is he inviting a visit from the ATF? There is nothing illegal about his set up as far as I can tell....and besides those pictures could have been taken in Finland....Yugoslavia....secret base MX7 on the moon.

you aren't one of those sheep that believes the ATF abides by laws are you? they shoot first and apologize later

the gov't is looking for pics and posters like this. no fvking doubt. asking for trouble imho

Abouthadit 02-12-2008 11:10 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JJ ShortStroke (Post 964494)
those are illegal??:eek_ma:
nope. even if full select fire, still not illegal. well, depending on which fascist state you live in: CA, IL, MA, NY, NJ, did I miss any?

Mumwaldee 02-12-2008 11:11 AM
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JJ_ 02-12-2008 11:12 AM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Abouthadit (Post 964498)
nope. even if full select fire, still not illegal. well, depending on which fascist state you live in: CA, IL, MA, NY, NJ, did I miss any?
that was asked..:sarc:... i should have specified





my bad

d00d 02-12-2008 11:17 AM
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I would keep this to myself. That picture is a challenge to those sick bastards. Like I said, I admire your courage and when I saw it said Fvk ya! but hate to see your wife and kids get a bullet like others have

d00d 02-12-2008 11:18 AM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Abouthadit (Post 964498)
nope. even if full select fire, still not illegal. well, depending on which fascist state you live in: CA, IL, MA, NY, NJ, did I miss any?
you missed all the states under the oppression of the federal government.

Silver Shield 02-12-2008 11:23 AM
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I AM SO EFFIN' JEALOUS.

ANOTHER REASON TO MOVE OUT OF NEW JERSEY!

Mumwaldee 02-12-2008 11:29 AM
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graspAU 02-12-2008 11:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Silver Shield (Post 964530)
I AM SO EFFIN' JEALOUS.

ANOTHER REASON TO MOVE OUT OF NEW JERSEY!
I'm about ready to retreat out of Maryland if we lose any more gun law battles.

Abouthadit 02-12-2008 11:40 AM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by JJ ShortStroke (Post 964508)
that was asked..:sarc:... i should have specified

my bad
:D
no problemo

KingHippo 02-12-2008 12:36 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
I am pretty sure it is illegal anywhere in the US to leave the grenade launcher on that yugo after you made those mods.

macrohard 02-12-2008 12:55 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by AuNuggets (Post 964492)
"Tactical" ..........the most over used phrase ever devised for the sole purpose of selling guns, ammo, police and military wanna-be equipment.

Tactical rifles & scopes
Tactical pistols
Tactical gunstocks
Tactical flashlights
Tactical holsters
Tactical knives
Tactical pants
Tactical vests
Tactical shirts
Tactical jackets
Tactical socks and underwear
Tactical lights
Tactical cameras w/tactical film
Tactical slings
Tactical clips or magazines
Tactical binoculars
Tactical night visiion
Tactical computers
Tactical shoes and boots
Tactical gloves
Tactical handcuffs
Tactical evidence bags
Tactical radios
Tactical tazers
Tactical watches
Tactical key chains
Tactical cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, aircraft, skateboards.....etc.
Tactical batons, pepper spray, dogs, cats, mice......

You get the idea.

(Nice rifles by the way ! :wink:)
ahaha, so true!

tactical skateboard? LOL, wouldn't surprise me...:D

JJ_ 02-12-2008 02:21 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Parts...

If you know this stuff... just skip this post

Without getting nausiously long winded.... depends on what his rifle's imported parts to US made parts is.... its the 10 or less game...
and it looks to me (without fieldstripping the rifle)
stock, handguard, and mag is all I see

from: http://www.victorinc.com/SKS-FAQ.html#_Toc167103936


How many imported parts can be replaced in an SKS Carbine?

Using commercially available parts, you can replace the following parts:

1) Replace the stock with aftermarket US-made version.

2) Replace the handguard with aftermarket US-made version.

3) Replace the gas piston with a US-made version from Tapco (#SKS6602), SKSMan or SKSParts (#SKS-034).

4) Replace the magazine with a 100% US-made magazine, including the magazine body, follower and floorplate. (Replaces two imported parts.)

5) On Yugoslavian Type 59/66 Carbines: Remove the grenade launcher and replace it with a US-made muzzle break (foreign muzzle attachments are counted). See the FAQ�s on removing the Yugoslavian Type M59/66 grenade launcher for more info.

On a typical SKS Carbine, you will need to replace four parts. On Yugoslavian Type 59/66 Rifle, you will need to replace five parts.

These US-made parts are sometimes known as �compliance parts�, since they are used to ensure that the resulting rifle is �compliant� with Title 18 USC � 922(r).


but that's such an asinine game.... :banghead:If the JBT's want ya... they don't need some stupid crap like that to hang ya.... They can just trump something up


a fellow oughtta be able to do as he see's fit w/ his rifle.... :applause_

and some do:wink:

Mumwaldee 02-12-2008 02:26 PM
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DogFarm 02-12-2008 03:31 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
STUPID QUESTION APPROACHING

If you store your magazines loaded with rounds, will that weaken the springs in the magazine to the point where you would have feeding troubles?

Just a thought.

Abouthadit 02-12-2008 03:42 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by DogFarm (Post 964937)
STUPID QUESTION APPROACHING

If you store your magazines loaded with rounds, will that weaken the springs in the magazine to the point where you would have feeding troubles?

Just a thought.
put 18 rds in your 20 rd mags, likewise 28 in 30. Mil springs should be ok.


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JJ_ 02-12-2008 03:51 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
or if you're really worried about it- keep your ammo on stripper clips.

load em 10 at a time if it gives you piece of mind on mag reliability:D

The Argent Dragon 02-12-2008 04:50 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mumwaldee (Post 964475)
When do we get a range report with pics on those safe queens? :tongue_ma:
The SKS hasn't been to the range (yet). :smokin:

However, my RPK has and it's Fvckin' awesome !!! ......FWIW ~ I've had it out 3 times for shooting practice with about 300+ rounds fired.

Using that drum is my favorite and there's a trick to loading it....click up 3 in.....click up 1 in.......click up 3 in.......and so on. Wallew posted this and it works. :wink:

The Argent Dragon 02-12-2008 04:52 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mumwaldee (Post 964540)
You aren't one of those sheep that would try to cow another into giving up their constitutional rights are ya? Baaaaa
:s9:....Nice gun collection ! :applause_......to hell with the ATF......2nd AMENDMENT !!! :tongue_ma:

TechGuy 02-12-2008 05:42 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by DogFarm (Post 964937)
STUPID QUESTION APPROACHING

If you store your magazines loaded with rounds, will that weaken the springs in the magazine to the point where you would have feeding troubles?

Just a thought.
Best rule of thumb that I go by, as well as all my shootin' buddies, is to load half of your mags one month, then rotate them out to the other half the next month. This keeps the springs fresh longer. Nothing worse than a fail to feed to during a critical time when you need it. Don't take chances.

Some say to just not load them 100% to capacity, but 90% is just as bad IMHO (no offense intended to those that do, I just choose not to).

Best case: You get to fondle your ammo.
Worst case: You get to buy more mags.

.02

And no, not a stupid question, you would be suprised how many people dont even think about this, it took me along time to learn this as well.

tojaktoty 02-12-2008 05:56 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Abouthadit (Post 964959)
put 18 rds in your 20 rd mags, likewise 28 in 30. Mil springs should be ok.
Dog, great question. I've thought about it before too.

Abouthadit, I would have thought along the same lines or as mentioned just get stripper clips.

The Argent Dragon 02-12-2008 05:59 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by tojaktoty (Post 965184)
Abouthadit, I would have thought along the same lines or as mentioned just get stripper clips.
Yeah, I picked up 20 clips for $7.99 off Centerfire when I ordered extra AK mags......:wink:

http://www.centerfiresystems.com/ind...ROD&ProdID=127

FWIW - I load up some of my mags 50% which puts 20 rnds in a 40-rnd mag.

SilverCity 02-12-2008 07:52 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by DogFarm (Post 964937)
STUPID QUESTION APPROACHING

If you store your magazines loaded with rounds, will that weaken the springs in the magazine to the point where you would have feeding troubles?

Just a thought.
NO...storage alone will not appreciably weaken the spring. This concern has been floating around the gun world for decades. It might have mattered due to poorer quality steel used in springs at one point, but not with today's quality springs, IMO.

It has been proven now that magazine USE eventually weakens springs...you know: compression, release, compression, release...

Soldiers have discovered Vietnam era 30-round mags that have been fully loaded for 30 years and still function just fine.

I DO recommend loading mags with one or two LESS rounds, cuz that last round or two you squeeze in the mag is sometimes under excessive tension and might cause a first-round jam.

And mags do wear out...stockpile plenty...say, 10 per rifle or handgun.

TechGuy 02-12-2008 08:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SilverCity (Post 965407)
NO...storage alone will not appreciably weaken the spring. This concern has been floating around the gun world for decades. It might have mattered due to poorer quality steel used in springs at one point, but not with today's quality springs, IMO.

It has been proven now that magazine USE eventually weakens springs...you know: compression, release, compression, release...

Soldiers have discovered Vietnam era 30-round mags that have been fully loaded for 30 years and still function just fine.

I DO recommend loading mags with one or two LESS rounds, cuz that last round or two you squeeze in the mag is sometimes under excessive tension and might cause a first-round jam.

And mags do wear out...stockpile plenty...say, 10 per rifle or handgun.
Yup, even though we approach it differently, the end result is the same:
IF IN DOUBT, BUY MORE MAGS.

The Argent Dragon 02-14-2008 09:19 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Bump.........for more 'TACTICAL' input. :smokin:

Twisted Avatar 02-14-2008 09:48 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Argent Dragon (Post 968704)
Bump.........for more 'TACTICAL' input. :smokin:
Great info AD I am REALLY glad you bumped this.....as I have no exp with my glock yet But it never dawned on me about mag clip wear and tear on the spring. This thread Was a major eye opener


Thanx


T

Abouthadit 02-14-2008 09:53 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TechGuy (Post 965485)
Yup, even though we approach it differently, the end result is the same:
IF IN DOUBT, BUY MORE MAGS.
you can never have too much ammo, too many mags, or too much Ag.Au.Pt.Pd. of course ammo covers the lead.brass.copper commodities.
:D:D

Riskfactor 02-14-2008 09:59 PM
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that is a fine looking weapon you got there, AD.

The Argent Dragon 02-15-2008 02:18 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Riskfactor (Post 968745)
that is a fine looking weapon you got there, AD.
Thank you........and thanks to all here at GIM that gave me the 'fever' :D

Codger 02-22-2008 10:29 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by AuNuggets (Post 964492)
"Tactical" ..........the most over used phrase ever devised for the sole purpose of selling guns, ammo, police and military wanna-be equipment.

Tactical rifles & scopes
Tactical pistols
Tactical gunstocks
Tactical flashlights
Tactical holsters
Tactical knives
Tactical pants
Tactical vests
Tactical shirts
Tactical jackets
Tactical socks and underwear
Tactical lights
Tactical cameras w/tactical film
Tactical slings
Tactical clips or magazines
Tactical binoculars
Tactical night visiion
Tactical computers
Tactical shoes and boots
Tactical gloves
Tactical handcuffs
Tactical evidence bags
Tactical radios
Tactical tazers
Tactical watches
Tactical key chains
Tactical cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, aircraft, skateboards.....etc.
Tactical batons, pepper spray, dogs, cats, mice......

You get the idea.

(Nice rifles by the way ! :wink:)
You forgot Tactical Sack...

smullen 02-23-2008 04:38 PM
Re: I've gone Tactical Crazy.....got an SKS
 
I try to keep 20+ mags for every firearm I own that takes them...

I keep about 1/2 of them for each fully loaded...

Usually, I cycle them a few times a year... I'll I take them out to the range to practice and to swap'em out for fresher ones...

Then I have other mags that get used as often as possible...


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