After doing the 7.62x39 conversion I have started to think about doing another. I am leaning towards a 5.45x39. Is there any difference in the conversion process as compared to the 7.62? Are all the necessary parts the same? I'm thinking wood furniture.

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Thanks for the reply. I see you have one in stock. I will start getting some funds together.

Here is another example of what others charge to do the conversion (labor only)

http://overlandindustries.com/kits.php

"We also perform "professionally grade" Saiga conversions, back half is $150.00, and front half is $100.00 (labor only, you supply the parts). Saiga conversion do not include a full refinish as described below, just touch up of areas worked on"

So total $250 plus shipping both ways(average $25 each way) =$300

Any less than than $250 for labor is a bargain(maybe $200-$225 for the members here )

I used Overland Industries for an AMD65 build and Gary does outstanding work. I would highly recommend him if you were to chose a builder for your Saiga task.

I used Overland Industries for an AMD65 build and Gary does outstanding work. I would highly recommend him if you were to chose a builder for your Saiga task.

You had someone convert a Saiga for you? Just wondering why you didn't do it yourself and about how much did you pay for that work?

What happened to all the pretty pictures? I was looking for a mental refresher before gearing up to convert another.