Jun 23, 2012 got a package in with my conversion parts. Saiga 12 conversion fire control group installation part 35. Heres a complete tromix trigger conversion kit with safety wspring and hammer clip and spring, instructions. Ncde tactical barrel clamp mount with rail for 12 gauge shotguns and magazine tubes fits remington 870 1100 1187 sp10 mossberg 500 835 maverick 88winchetser 0 4. I did my saiga 12 in about 3 hours with a knockoff dremel tool, a dewalt drill, and some super cheap bits. But what good is a pistol grip saiga12 that only runs expensive high brass ammo, possibly not reliably. Saiga 12 gauge drum pistol grip lnib free shipping. Looking for something that is durable and makes the gun feel balanced. Bought new, i carried it 5 days in the woods and put maybe 20 rounds downrange. At the split rock gunshow, i picked up a new saiga12 shotgun with a 19 barrel and a ten round magazine. Aug 26, 20 a good source of quality conversion parts can be found at, kvar and carolina shooters supply. Saiga 12 page 2 the leading glock forum and community. Jul 18, 2011 problem is, i have a saiga 12 that has already been converted to the ak config.
Im looking at kits from this carolina shooters supply. Also with 20 round drum spring telescoping stock adapter, and weld in stock plate adapter for sale. So far ive done a basic conversion, but am longing for that md 20 rd drum. The kushnapup drops your standard saiga 12 gauge into bullpup. Everything you need to do a conversion can be found here. A good source of quality conversion parts can be found at, kvar and carolina shooters supply. This is for the s12 but it is almost exactly the same, the trigger guard is. Tapco g2 single hook fire control group tapco t6 6 position stock tapco saw pistol grip md arms vplug css puk lighter recoil spring for running. New saiga 12 converted with welded holes northwest firearms. Saiga 12ga has 3 5rd clips exc cond also has the custom muzzle break. The vepr forum view topic diy saiga 12 mag to vepr 12. As mostly we shoot skeet and trap, having a bolt that would not stay open or cannot be locked at the open position presented a problem the range simply will not allow that because of the well known. Documenting my saiga 12 conversion from a really cool shotgun to.
Sagia semiauto shotguns and rifles are manufactured in russia by izhmash imported by russian american armory. This 12 gauge shotguns features a smooth bore barrel with a chrome bore and chamber, adjustable gas system, providing for shooting shot and slugs, including magnum, with a shotshell length of 2. Saiga 12 shotguns are quickly gaining popularity as serious home defense and duty guns, as well as competition 3gun. When i did mine, i used one of the videos that a member posted of how to do it there are at least a couple.
If youre gonna offer something, offer the vimeo saiga conversion video. At the split rock gunshow, i picked up a new saiga 12 shotgun with a 19 barrel and a ten round magazine. Converting returns the gun to its original ak style formation. If you snip the plastic at the bottom of the slot, it will allow the skirt of the plug to collapse enough to fit in the hole in the recei. Saiga conversion kit with aluminum folding collapsible cbs stock. Welcome to my saiga 12 conversion series, where i will convert an imported saiga 12 from the sporting configuration to a pistol grip for use with ar15 style buttstocks. Jul 09, 2012 some folks got to handle the kushnapup at the nes members car shoot if you didnt it means you should join and become a member. New usa made trigger, trigger guard, hammer, disconnector, spring, vented aluminum forearm, solid barrel shroud, folding tapo buttstock, saw pistol grip with storage compartment, bolt hold open kit, welded rivet holes, css performance puc and adjustable md vplug to use low base ammo. For those of you with a pmr and a saiga 12 comparing the saiga 12 to the pmr 30 is interesting to say the least.
Saiga12 shotguns are quickly gaining popularity as serious home defense and duty guns, as well as competition 3gun. But what good is a pistol grip saiga 12 that only runs expensive high brass ammo, possibly not reliably. The main difference between the basic and full saiga conversion is that a basic conversion retains the factory saiga handguards. Saiga12 custom conversion and reliability modifications. As i reported back in may, a new saiga12 shotgun has been designed for the competition market. It will work with all factory 12 ga shotguns to the ultrashorty short barrled shotguns. The saiga 12 selfloading smooth bored shotgun is intended for professional and sport hunting of smalland mediumsize game under any climatic conditions. The vepr forum view topic saiga 12 sbs conversions. The 6 gas settings allow you to tune your firearm correctly to the shell that you are shooting for optimum performance. May 29, 2012 we have more details on the new saiga 12 being developed by izhmash. My conversion is about as far a saiga 12 shotgun can be taken to mimic the akm, short of a bayonet lug and cleaning rod. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5.
Best choke for a saiga12 page 2 springfield xd forum. Took me roughly 2 hours to get everything cut drilled, installed an ready to rock. Carolina shooters supply is well known for providing the highest customer service and satisfaction for competition and recreational. I want to convert my saiga 12 and was wanting to know if anyone on here has any experience with the different kits. For those that missed out, here is a quick video of my new saiga 12 gauge in kushnapup configuration. Oh yeah, and you gotta use 3 usa made parts in the conversion to comply with some 922 b. I just did mine a couple weekends ago with nothing but handtools, a dremel, and a drill. Discussion in shotgun talk started by mikeblaine, jun 9, 2011. This guide is for drilling holes for my trigger guard and the opening for the pistol grip nut.
Look forward to hearing an update when youve had a chance to try out your poly choke, as ive been looking at them as well. The biggest change is that the trigger is moved forward. Dinzag is the place to start, has links and tutorials and has been converting saigas longer than anyone can remember. New saiga 12 converted with welded holes northwest. After stripping the receiver of the factory internal parts, the trigger guard, and the factory buttstock, i painted the unfinished portions of the underbelly with some duplicolor engine paint and let it dry for a few hours. The saiga12 selfloading smooth bored shotgun is intended for professional and sport hunting of smalland mediumsize game under any climatic conditions. In this video, we will go through technical features of this shotgun and what exactly. Problem is, i have a saiga12 that has already been converted to the ak config. Instead, i will provide a link to an awesome video that helped me. The hillman hole plugs have slots cut into the sides to allow clearance for the locking tabs. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available.
It is a versitile platform based on the simple yet reliable ak47akm and is manufactured in russia my izhmash. Saiga 12 conversion fire control group installation part. Saiga conversion kit with aluminum folding collapsible moe stock. A chaos quadrail setup with installed hkstyle sights, gas piston, cleaning system, and a sweet door break.
Jul 16, 2012 saiga shotgun and rifle performance power main spring and recoil spring installation duration. In this third video, i will show you how to install your new. One of the reasons fla conversion cost more than other companies conversion offerings. The guide comes with both sizes of drill bits and uses existing holes on the bottom of the receiver to line up the guide for drilling. If you have an immediate need and do not see it on the site please email or call us. But from my understanding, putting a 10 round mag or twenty round drum on an unconverted saiga 12 is not 922r compliant and a violation of federal law. The guide comes with both sizes of drill bits and uses existing holes on. Some folks got to handle the kushnapup at the nes members car shoot if you didnt it means you should join and become a member. I dont know if i want to buy another saiga 12 unconverted for the bullpup conversion. See more ideas about guns and ammo, shotgun and guns. Finnaly got it all done and had time to shoot this vid. Ok, so youve got your saiga 12 inhand and are determined to put a pistol grip on it.
They have a lot of saiga parts, and the customer service was great when i called with questions on the stock and several other mods. Ill do my best to knock out as many of your questions as i can. Ok, so youve got your saiga12 inhand and are determined to put a pistol grip on it. Please click on the picture to select your options. Saiga 12 tromix trigger kit with receiver adapters. They are ok for general use but arent as cool looking as real ak handguards. The conversion isnt super easy, but its not hard, either, for a doityourselfer. Never loaded or fired, this weapon from russia has the factory stock and a m4 style pistol grip stock als. Bought a saiga 12 conversion kit from carolina shooters supply and went to work. After modification, all fla converted shotguns are tested for reliability by firing a minimum of 40 rounds of low brass bulk pack bargain mart ammo. Needlenose vice grip pliers work very well to hold the rivet pins in place while drilling. Carolina raptor optional cheekrest available please click on the picture to select your options.
Due to import restrictions the factory saiga shotgun has a sporting style stock. Saiga shotgun and rifle performance power main spring and recoil spring installation duration. Definitive guide to converting a saiga to ak configuration. Youve done a little research and have some plans rolling around but youve hit a snag.
I bought my saiga 12 last march just as the prices started to sky rocket. The first saiga12 with a 22 full choke barrel that we have seen had a stamp on the receiver that was showing 2001 as year in which it was born. The dph arms improved gas plug regulator was designed to improve the cycling of all saiga 12 gauge shotguns regardless of the barrel length. Put in a tapco stock, promag 10 rnd magazine, hogue pistol grip, md arms flash hider. Added a vented polychoke and replaced the rear sight with 3 rail. This video series will cover step by step instructions on how to complete this conversion. I am looking for information from people who have converted a saiga to ak configuration. Currently, izmash is showing the shotgun at various shooting events and expos and is planning on shipping it to the consumer market in late 2012 or in the early part of 20. Definitive guide to converting a saiga to ak configuration the high.