Well, I'm looking to get a Saiga 16" very soon, But have been hung up on this one for awhile (and yes, i have searched and read just about every saiga comment on THR).
7.62x39 or .223(Saiga is 5.56x45 capable as well)
Primary use I guess you could say is SHTF, HD in a pinch and practice + plinking. Conversion is a possibility.
I've seen very little posts with people who have experience with both of these calibers in the Saiga.
Pros and Cons would be very helpful.
some points of interest.
-.223 any less reliable in the AK's (natively 7.62x39) action?
-.223, the more accurate version? (barrel thickness)
-Reloading easier/cheaper in any given caliber? (AFAIK 7.62 Saiga is .3105 bore)
-Converted Saiga .223's mags less sturdy/reliable as common 7.62x39?
-.223/5.56x45 the better SHTF caliber? (think availability)
-7.62x39 ammo choice less 'sensitive' (as the .223 MUST expand .087 to equal effectivness) choosing the wrong bullet for the wrong range could result in a mere .223 hole.
-Recoil, noticable or moot?
-Saiga chews up brass casings?
Thats all I can remember at this point, lol. Anyhow for those of you who own both, You'd come into your own on this one, fellas. t/y
7.62x39 or .223(Saiga is 5.56x45 capable as well)
Primary use I guess you could say is SHTF, HD in a pinch and practice + plinking. Conversion is a possibility.
I've seen very little posts with people who have experience with both of these calibers in the Saiga.
Pros and Cons would be very helpful.
some points of interest.
-.223 any less reliable in the AK's (natively 7.62x39) action?
-.223, the more accurate version? (barrel thickness)
-Reloading easier/cheaper in any given caliber? (AFAIK 7.62 Saiga is .3105 bore)
-Converted Saiga .223's mags less sturdy/reliable as common 7.62x39?
-.223/5.56x45 the better SHTF caliber? (think availability)
-7.62x39 ammo choice less 'sensitive' (as the .223 MUST expand .087 to equal effectivness) choosing the wrong bullet for the wrong range could result in a mere .223 hole.
-Recoil, noticable or moot?
-Saiga chews up brass casings?
Thats all I can remember at this point, lol. Anyhow for those of you who own both, You'd come into your own on this one, fellas. t/y