Second AK - What to Buy?

[medved11 71]

So, I got my first AK (C39v2) and I'll admit that I'm hooked after taking it to the range for the first time. I definitely want to add a second AK to the collection and I'm trying to figure out what would be a good choice for #2.

 

Does anyone have any good suggestions as to what would be a good choice for my next one? Here's the check list that I've put together in terms of what I'm looking for:

 

1) Stamped receiver (I know that Century makes the RAS47, but the C39v2 that I got checks the "American made" and milled receiver boxes for me)

 

2) Price range $600 - $1000 (this probably take an Arsenal build out of the picture)

 

3) The first two models that I was thinking about either the WASR-10 or N-PAP since they seem to be the easiest models to find in NJ; however,  I'd like to keep my options open just in case I'm missing something

 

On a related note, can anyone suggest a gun shop that tends to have a good AK inventory so that I can see the gun in person before purchasing? I kind of made a "leap of faith" when I bought the C39v2 online and it seems to have worked out but, if possible, I'd really like to physical hold and inspect the next AK purchase.

 

Any advice/guidance/tips are greatly appreciated. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Njbanshee 9]

I'm not sure if it's still there but Howell gun works had a sar for $600. I think it had 4 mags. That is a good price on a great rifle.

 

Others to consider are maadi, and mak90

[medved11 71]

Thanks for the tip - I saw the post about the SAR on HGW's Facebook page - I have a feeling that it's going to be gone before I get the chance to head down that way.

 

I haven't read much about the Maadi's or MAK90s. I'll have to do some research.