bomp15
11-27-2012, 11:52 PM
Hey all, I'm new here, first post. Y'all seem like a solid group and the go to for info on AKs, so here is my dilemma.
I'm planning on getting my first AK. Had decided on an Arsenal SGL series, but given the election outcome the AK market is dry as a bone for Arsenals as far as I can tell. That being what it is, looks like the Yugo M70s are pretty solid guns too. Maybe not an Arsenal, but for a first AK not too bad. Classic Firearms (http://www.classicfirearms.com/long-guns/papriflews) has this Yugo for a good price, in stock, lots of extras, and free shipping. Looks tough to beat and am thinking of pulling the proverbial trigger.
BUT, these don't have chrome lined barrels. Is this an issue to y'all given the higher likelihood for corrosion or rust? I am coming from an AR platform background and I would never get an AR without a chrome lined barrel, didn't know how crucial that was with AKs.
Thanks for the feedback! And if you were me would you go with this AK that I linked? There is also a good looking Inter Ordinance Polish-made one locally with all wood furniture for similar price ($635). Could always wait until the craziness after the election dies down and Arsenals come back in stock, but I want one sooner than later...
I'm planning on getting my first AK. Had decided on an Arsenal SGL series, but given the election outcome the AK market is dry as a bone for Arsenals as far as I can tell. That being what it is, looks like the Yugo M70s are pretty solid guns too. Maybe not an Arsenal, but for a first AK not too bad. Classic Firearms (http://www.classicfirearms.com/long-guns/papriflews) has this Yugo for a good price, in stock, lots of extras, and free shipping. Looks tough to beat and am thinking of pulling the proverbial trigger.
BUT, these don't have chrome lined barrels. Is this an issue to y'all given the higher likelihood for corrosion or rust? I am coming from an AR platform background and I would never get an AR without a chrome lined barrel, didn't know how crucial that was with AKs.
Thanks for the feedback! And if you were me would you go with this AK that I linked? There is also a good looking Inter Ordinance Polish-made one locally with all wood furniture for similar price ($635). Could always wait until the craziness after the election dies down and Arsenals come back in stock, but I want one sooner than later...