Classic Army AKs

TaroBear · April 6th, 2012, 13:35

How are Classic Army AKs? I'm having trouble finding reviews of the compact versions, although there are tons of the full sized AKs. I'm looking specifically at the AKS-74U, or "SLR-105U" as CA calls it. It doesn't look much of a step up from the clone 74Us?

From what I've found, it seems that the battery compartment is small, and aftermarket mags can be hit or miss with CA AK receivers. Other thoughts?

cooney · April 6th, 2012, 13:59

Don't buy, get Dboys or VFC. Kids gun.

CA Aks74u is different style.

Kokanee · April 6th, 2012, 14:30

I have to completely disagree with the above.

CA AK's are very solid buys. The build quality is very good, especially if you go with one with a steel receiver. I own a CA SLR-105 (steel/wood), and it's the only electric gun I kept when I converted over to gas guns last season.

Very reliable mechbox (other than the piston, change it out), aftermarket mags are usually just a matter of filing a small plastic part to fit on the mags, although G&P mags work great out of the box.

cooney · April 6th, 2012, 14:38

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Originally Posted by Kokanee

I have to completely disagree with the above.

CA AK's are very solid buys. The build quality is very good, especially if you go with one with a steel receiver. I own a CA SLR-105 (steel/wood), and it's the only electric gun I kept when I converted over to gas guns last season.

Very reliable mechbox (other than the piston, change it out), aftermarket mags are usually just a matter of filing a small plastic part to fit on the mags, although G&P mags work great out of the box.

Does your front sight base/ gas block have the push pin that keeps the flash hider in the same position. Mine doesn't.

Battery space is very limited, doesn't fit in the handguards only in the upper receiver.

The steel is very nice, I've had mine for a year now but changed the awful internals.

TM piston
ARS Piston head / cylinder head
Simple Mosfet
M100 spring

For mags, cyma AK74 black mags are excellent. No feeding issues, and no mods like the awful MAG brand AK mags that people love so much.

Kokanee · April 6th, 2012, 14:52

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Originally Posted by cooney

Does your front sight base/ gas block have the push pin that keeps the flash hider in the same position. Mine doesn't.

Yeppers.

TaroBear · April 6th, 2012, 15:09

Cooney, is yours the 74U version? How is the quality of the folding stock? The steel body certainly sounds attractive. I have no idea what the clones are made of, but I'd assume they'd advertise it if it was made of steel.

cooney · April 6th, 2012, 15:15

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Originally Posted by TaroBear

Cooney, is yours the 74U version? How is the quality of the folding stock? The steel body certainly sounds attractive. I have no idea what the clones are made of, but I'd assume they'd advertise it if it was made of steel.

I've fell on it a couple times, I unfold the stock very violently. I still rather get the VFC, MORE BaTTERY SPACEEE! I can fit 11.1 lipo stick 1000mah with a mosfet.

Ross · April 6th, 2012, 15:45

I can vouch that ca guns in general don't have the greatest internals. but the bodies alone are usually worth it if you don't mind slapping in new parts. Just stay away from their sportline models and you'll have yourself an on par airsoft gun.

TaroBear · April 6th, 2012, 15:52

The other thing I was looking at was a CA SVD. And before anyone says it, yes, I know the Real Sword is practically the real deal with an AEG crammed into it. But CAs are worth less than half of a Real Sword, and I want to weather the gun, especially to get rid of that nasty blond wood look. I don't exactly want to ghetto up a 1.3K Real Sword. I was looking at a short CA AK because I don't know the first thing about rifle marksmanship. I guess I have a craving for a Russian rifle.

Edit: I guess I'd beat up whatever AK it is, too.

SuperCriollo · April 6th, 2012, 16:56

^^ Why dont you import the RS SVD yourself? All Real Sword guns come with a paper in wich the manufacturers certificate at what speed the gun shoots. Importation should be fairly simple.

Kingsix · April 6th, 2012, 19:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by TaroBear

The other thing I was looking at was a CA SVD. And before anyone says it, yes, I know the Real Sword is practically the real deal with an AEG crammed into it. But CAs are worth less than half of a Real Sword, and I want to weather the gun, especially to get rid of that nasty blond wood look. I don't exactly want to ghetto up a 1.3K Real Sword. I was looking at a short CA AK because I don't know the first thing about rifle marksmanship. I guess I have a craving for a Russian rifle.

Edit: I guess I'd beat up whatever AK it is, too.

I'm itching to get the S&T SVD personally because it's the RS clone at a fraction of the price. Probably need Some work to get it to shoot like a Champ, but it seems ok. Magazine well needs some Modding to take RS mags. Alloy front sight sight kind of sucks but you do get a steel receiver.

As for the CA AKS-74u, if you can get the VFC or LCT AKS-74u get it. Having a optic plate is a plus. Adjustable front sight on the VFC is a +.

TaroBear · April 6th, 2012, 20:22

Just taking a look at the S&T SVD now. Costs less with scope, mount and covers than a standard CA SVD does. Sounds like it has feeding issues, though, so it'll have to be worked on.

ViR · April 6th, 2012, 23:25

I have CA SLR 105 with wood and so far its has been awesome. I tuned it down to 350fps for indoor, and never had any issues for over a year now.

+1 for RS SVD, I imported it myself, 800$ish after everything.
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S&T mags fit RS SVD just fine by the way (haven't fired a lot though to see if they feed properly)

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April 6th, 2012, 13:35	#1
TaroBear Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Markham/Toronto	Classic Army AKs How are Classic Army AKs? I'm having trouble finding reviews of the compact versions, although there are tons of the full sized AKs. I'm looking specifically at the AKS-74U, or "SLR-105U" as CA calls it. It doesn't look much of a step up from the clone 74Us? From what I've found, it seems that the battery compartment is small, and aftermarket mags can be hit or miss with CA AK receivers. Other thoughts? __________________ This message was brought to you by Umbrella Inc.

April 6th, 2012, 15:09	#6
TaroBear Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Markham/Toronto	Cooney, is yours the 74U version? How is the quality of the folding stock? The steel body certainly sounds attractive. I have no idea what the clones are made of, but I'd assume they'd advertise it if it was made of steel. __________________ This message was brought to you by Umbrella Inc.

April 6th, 2012, 15:45	#8
Ross Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Winnipeg	I can vouch that ca guns in general don't have the greatest internals. but the bodies alone are usually worth it if you don't mind slapping in new parts. Just stay away from their sportline models and you'll have yourself an on par airsoft gun. __________________

April 6th, 2012, 13:59	#2
cooney Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hamilton, Ontario	Don't buy, get Dboys or VFC. Kids gun. CA Aks74u is different style.

April 6th, 2012, 14:30	#3
Kokanee Ministry of Peace Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2002	I have to completely disagree with the above. CA AK's are very solid buys. The build quality is very good, especially if you go with one with a steel receiver. I own a CA SLR-105 (steel/wood), and it's the only electric gun I kept when I converted over to gas guns last season. Very reliable mechbox (other than the piston, change it out), aftermarket mags are usually just a matter of filing a small plastic part to fit on the mags, although G&P mags work great out of the box.

April 6th, 2012, 15:52	#9
TaroBear Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Markham/Toronto	The other thing I was looking at was a CA SVD. And before anyone says it, yes, I know the Real Sword is practically the real deal with an AEG crammed into it. But CAs are worth less than half of a Real Sword, and I want to weather the gun, especially to get rid of that nasty blond wood look. I don't exactly want to ghetto up a 1.3K Real Sword. I was looking at a short CA AK because I don't know the first thing about rifle marksmanship. I guess I have a craving for a Russian rifle. Edit: I guess I'd beat up whatever AK it is, too. __________________ This message was brought to you by Umbrella Inc. Last edited by TaroBear; April 6th, 2012 at 15:56..

April 6th, 2012, 16:56	#10
SuperCriollo Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Kitchener, ON	^^ Why dont you import the RS SVD yourself? All Real Sword guns come with a paper in wich the manufacturers certificate at what speed the gun shoots. Importation should be fairly simple. __________________ SuperCriollo

April 6th, 2012, 20:22	#12
TaroBear Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Markham/Toronto	Just taking a look at the S&T SVD now. Costs less with scope, mount and covers than a standard CA SVD does. Sounds like it has feeding issues, though, so it'll have to be worked on. __________________ This message was brought to you by Umbrella Inc.

April 6th, 2012, 23:25	#13
ViR Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Milton	I have CA SLR 105 with wood and so far its has been awesome. I tuned it down to 350fps for indoor, and never had any issues for over a year now. +1 for RS SVD, I imported it myself, 800$ish after everything. . S&T mags fit RS SVD just fine by the way (haven't fired a lot though to see if they feed properly)

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