Arsenal ak questions, to side fold or not?

[lilrhino]

So I am set to pick up a sa-93 on Friday and have the option to pick up an additional arsenal AK-47, now what model to choose??
Sam7r for 1100. It has two 10 rounders, two 20 rounders and three 30 round mags but is used and has 400 rounds down the pipe.
Or i can go with a brand new sam7sf for 1420.

Suggestions? Input? Money isnt a huge deal at the moment but is the side folder worth it?

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[Boboclown]

To put it plainly, if you ever intend to use the siderail the folding stock arsenal is not for you. Yes it will clear the rail, no it will not clear it if you are using it.

It is good for storage and saves room in the truck, and makes a handy camp gun too. However, if you're not parachuting or driving a tank anytime soon, it isn't a necessity and is only up to you if you like a folding stock or not. For me the arsenal just came with it and I happen to like it. Sorry if it doesn't answer your question, its just difficult to say yes or no.

 

[Unka-Boo]

Side folder will potentially be worth more, if thats a concern. I had a SLR-107F ( kinda regret letting it go ), an Ultimak rail solves the optics issue....but, I kinda remember the Sams folding to the right? Off to google...

 

[Unka-Boo]

and back....they fold to the right...shouldnt be a problem. ( on the 100 series folders, you cant fold the stock with an optic mounted )

 

[Unka-Boo]

and I forgot

GET THE FOLDER

Out of the umpteen AKs Ive had, still no milled....you need it, so I can feel better.

 

[ZA_Survivalist]

If you have a standard fixed stock model, get the folder. They ALWAYS hold value, plus.. its cool just having something different.

 

[Boboclown]

If it folds to the right then no doubt get the folder.

AK mags for 7.62 are cheap anyways.

 

[cigars]

Ditto what they said. I love my side folder AK.

 

[AK0perator47]

Side folders are cool. I have a WASR with Magpul side folder. Issues are with the safety. With it folded really difficult to make safe or fire ready.

 

[lilrhino]

for 300 i can put this wood furniture on .looks way better than the side folder .... Im not worried about resale, I'm stocking up before the 1639 goes into effect so I have no intention of ever selling these two guns

 

[Unka-Boo]

Why would ypu put chinese wood on a milled Bulgarian?

 

[lilrhino]

Not sure what you mean, but i jist found a pic on google of wood furniture. Just looks classy

 

[lilrhino]

Jist realized the side folder goes right, im a lefty..... And it impedes the safety??

 

[titsonritz]

I had a SLR-107F ( kinda regret letting it go ), an Ultimak rail solves the optics issue....but, I kinda remember the

That's how mine is setup, a T-1 Micro and SF M300 Scout mount on an Ultimak.

IMO a folding stock is one of the strengths of an AK. Being left handed I like the smooth side w/o the rail.

 

[Boboclown]

Jist realized the side folder goes right, im a lefty..... And it impedes the safety??

Folders were generally meant for paratroopers and the like. IE people moving or jumping from a tight space, before anything really begins.

Of course now its common for AKs to have em in general issue in some countries. Just depends, but its mostly for inside the vehicle or when its carried by sling (when not in use). As such, it impeding the safety is not really a concern.

 

[Boboclown]

I may or may not like folding stocks on AKs.

 

[Unka-Boo]

Jist realized the side folder goes right, im a lefty..... And it impedes the safety??

Dont over think it....Its an AK, just enjoy it. But, yes, it will...unless you plan on shooting with the stock folded its a non issue

 

[titsonritz]

Jist realized the side folder goes right, im a lefty..... And it impedes the safety??

If you don't mind being beat up by a wire folder they don't interfere with the safety for a left-hander.

 

[kunu808]

I may or may not like folding stocks on AKs.

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Did u need a cheek riser to see in that scope. I am refering to the ak thats on the right. I have a sam7sf and got a scope like urs but scope is to high for me to see in. I need a riser

 

[Boboclown]

Did u need a cheek riser to see in that scope. I am refering to the ak thats on the right. I have a sam7sf and got a scope like urs but scope is to high for me to see in. I need a riser

Yes, I also needed it for a cheekweld with irons.