Now that the OP has his answer and has made a decision, I hope it's OK to ask tangential questions about the SGL's here; Aestus, you seem to know what you're talking about Why is the SGL series so darned expensive? The cheapest I've found NIB seems to be $1200. I like the rifle and want to get one mainly because I have a supply of surplus 5.45 ammo, but that much money for an AK?
ETA: Perhaps what I should ask is this; what goes into an Arsenal AK that "justifies" their cost relative to other AK's?
I don't want to hijack this thread but I find it worth asking here. I have an Interarms built AK 74 and WZ 88 both with original chrome lined barrels. What makes this different from the Arsenal's in terms of quality?
Yeah it's got of hand since Sandy. 1 month before Sandy, I purchased an SGL for $750.
I've never shot any of the IAC built Ak's. From what I know, they are Bulgarian surplus parts kits guns built with a US made receiver. Only the early builds used the actual Bulgarian cold hammer forged Barrels. After 2010, I think original barrels were no longer allowed to be imported with the surplus parts kits. I remember Atlantic firearms confirming that later IAC builds using US made chrome lined barrels.
In terms of quality, I think IAC was a great deal for what your getting. The only difference really is factory new and modern vs military surplus.
Back in 2010 I bought one for $800 from AIM. Shouldnt have sold it.
I found out that Tapco mags don't fit. Any recommendations?
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