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Thread: AK Recoil buffer
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02-06-2017, 14:56 #11
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14-06-2017, 12:20 #12
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Re: AK Recoil buffer
I made a post in the Firearm Legal Section on what happened to my firearms :)
I can sue, but the legal costs will be far more than the damage.
The part that rusted is here, this is also the part im looking for in SA:
http://www.carolinashooterssupply.co...e-guiderod.htm
Guide rod, springs, etc...
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23-11-2017, 06:35 #13
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Re: AK Recoil buffer
Hi
Did anybody find a supplier in SA with springs for Saiga or Type 56?
Pieter
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23-11-2017, 07:53 #14
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Re: AK Recoil buffer
I believe, here would be one good place to start: http://www.hailstormza.com/
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23-11-2017, 07:59 #15
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23-11-2017, 09:48 #16
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Re: AK Recoil buffer
Thanks will visit them soon
Pieter
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27-08-2018, 19:05 #17
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Re: AK Recoil buffer
I'll give my two cents on this cause I do have first hand experience on this matter. I acquired a new Galil back in 1987 and after going through several hundred rounds I noticed a slight peening on rear of the bolt carrier where it contacts the rear trunnion. I was a bit concerned about the long term results of this peening so I decided to install a buffer in it like what was on the picture. The results for me is all positive, a tad softer recoil and no short cycling. I did replaced it later with the ones that came with the R series with the same results. Recently, I have been reading bad experiences with buffers like the one pictured coming apart and jamming the trigger mechanism and such. I think it has something to do with the material used on the buffers. My first buffer material is just like the R series buffer which is a little pliable and minimal to no wear after several hundred rounds. The reason why I think people are having problems with it is because they purchased the cheap ones available on eBay which are very hard and I believe was made in China. I have those too so I know first hand but have not not tried it yet. My recommendation is buy from a reputable supplier and don't be cheap. Remember the old adage "you get what you paid for."
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