jonboy2312 Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) I personally think its ugly. But hey, I'm an AK purist, and each to his own. I'm sure its functional. That paintjob would be nice.... if it wasn't on an AK I'd agree if it was a classic model with wooden furniture, but It's a modern AK with synthetic stock and handguards, a camo paintjob is very proper here. It seems to be an ICS, so in this case camo is a good way to conceal its inaccuracies. Seriously, why are you so against painted AKs? Whatever goes IRL, also goes in airsoft if a real SF operator would paint his gun that way, an airsofter aiming for that look should do so, too. Some IRL examples: i'm sorry for posting pictures of live firearms, but I needed them to make a point - for reference/educational purposes Edited February 13, 2009 by jonboy2312 Link to post Share on other sites
WL-Matt Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) eldannardo - I like that actually. I'm fine with non-wood ak's sometimes. I really only get angry when people SOPMOD them with RIS, drum mags, stocks, and basically make them a m4 with a AK receiver. jonboy2312 - I like the last one Edited February 13, 2009 by WL-Matt Link to post Share on other sites
jonboy2312 Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 I really only get angry when people SOPMOD them with RIS, drum mags, stocks, and basically make them a m4 with a AK receiver. I feel the same way. Rails only work on Beryl and other modern AK derivatives that actually do come with rails as issued to the troops. But a classic fifties AK-47? That's just wrong and doesn't make any sense. Why would a soldier/PMC/whoever pump so much money into accessories on a 50 year old gun with so much wear in the barrel, instead of starting off with something newer? And that's completely beside the aesthetic reasons, too... Link to post Share on other sites
DanHS Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) I agree, rails look fine on modern AK variants that often come with rails in real life, you rarely see these guns overdone with multiple flashlights and every possible accessory anyway. however when I see one of those JGs that is a copy of the Marui replica of the 50's AK, that has od or tan furniture with ris foregrips, I tend to look away. It's not something I find aesthetically pleasing, but if it works for the owner and makes them happy, then who am I to complain, I don't have to use it. I also think camo paint jobs on modern AKs look cool, but again I prefer older AKs looking, well, older, with no paintjobs. The only complaint I'd have about the above posted camo painted AK, is to toss the Knights style suppressor, it looks really out of place on an AK. Also I like that SLR 106 UR from Kalash, I plan to buy one soon. The only thing I'd change is to swap the flash hider for a proper AKSU booster, it looks weird and out of place. The ribbed foregrips and solid folding stock look good together, I don't seem to like them on their own in any other arrangement. Edited February 13, 2009 by DanHS Link to post Share on other sites
WhutJP Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 My AK74: I think it looks awesome. (pic reposted for that very reason) Link to post Share on other sites
Rambo Kid Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 I'd agree if it was a classic model with wooden furniture, but It's a modern AK with synthetic stock and handguards, a camo paintjob is very proper here. It seems to be an ICS, so in this case camo is a good way to conceal its inaccuracies. Seriously, why are you so against painted AKs? Whatever goes IRL, also goes in airsoft if a real SF operator would paint his gun that way, an airsofter aiming for that look should do so, too. Some IRL examples: <snip> i'm sorry for posting pictures of live firearms, but I needed them to make a point - for reference/educational purposes As I said, each to his own. I don't have anything against painted AKs, I just personally like the look of classic AKs. Link to post Share on other sites
lordyeray Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 My little AK collection. Dboys/Kalash AKS-74 LCT AKM (2009 version) Link to post Share on other sites
beta08 Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I demand a review. Link to post Share on other sites
Delta14 Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 jonboy, who are those pictures of? Link to post Share on other sites
The Crunchy Bunny Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 Polish Infantry Link to post Share on other sites
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Grobut Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 I demand a review. Not a review as such, but i posted some usefull info here about the 09 AKM, which should hopefully tide you over for now And a very nice gun + accesories you've got there joeshred Link to post Share on other sites
pfcstoner Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 (edited) Could someone give me the rundown on how to build an AK like this. i figured an Echo1 AK sidefolder, AK74u front assemble and some type of rail on top? Edited February 15, 2009 by pfcstoner Link to post Share on other sites
BoE.Solidius Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 Just wait for the Beta Spetz from G&G. It has that same high speed grip, and its a krink like those pictured then once you get that just purchase an M4 buffer tube AK attatchment or get that wire folding stock. Its a simple swap of recievers (if you want those stocks.) Then get VFC or Inokatsu's forearm RIS mount for the EoTech. Vwalla! Link to post Share on other sites
pfcstoner Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 Dont the Beta Spetz have shorter handguards then the AK74U? Link to post Share on other sites
Azulsky Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 My little AK collection. Dboys/Kalash AKS-74 LCT AKM (2009 version) http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/1548/akshm4.jpg Is the construction improved?, review review!!! Link to post Share on other sites
lordyeray Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 (edited) I demand a review. Your wishes are orders sir ! http://www.arniesairsoft.co.uk/forums/inde...=0#entry2012695 Edited February 15, 2009 by lordyeray Link to post Share on other sites
beta08 Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 (edited) Good. Now get me a drink. Thanks man! Sorry if I sounded bossy; I was kidding. Have a good time with your new baby! Edited February 15, 2009 by beta08 Link to post Share on other sites
my_plague_666 Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 Dont the Beta Spetz have shorter handguards then the AK74U? yes, your only reasonable way would be to mix and match various LTC parts. Link to post Share on other sites
lordyeray Posted February 15, 2009 Report Share Posted February 15, 2009 Good. Now get me a drink. Thanks man! Sorry if I sounded bossy; I was kidding. Have a good time with your new baby! don't worry, i got your point . Link to post Share on other sites
jonboy2312 Posted February 17, 2009 Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 Could someone give me the rundown on how to build an AK like this. i figured an Echo1 AK sidefolder, AK74u front assemble and some type of rail on top? I suggest starting off with a fixed stock model, not a sidefolder. You'll also need a "real steel" stock, which you can sometimes find on allegro.com (just look for "beryl") The Polish rifles and carbines have the fixed-stock type receiver, with normal AKM/AK-74 type stock tangs. The stock mounts just like a fixed wooden or polymer stock. And it folds to the other side than the Russian sidefolders. Now, AKS-74U front end, genuine RS handguards, and a different flash hider - that's what you'll need. Just google a lot for "mini beryl", you'll find tons, TONS of reference which should give you good enough ideas on how to make one yourself Link to post Share on other sites
pfcstoner Posted February 17, 2009 Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 thanks for the help. Id +1 you if Arnies still had it. Link to post Share on other sites
jonboy2312 Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 thanks for the help. Id +1 you if Arnies still had it. No prob BTW, i've just remembered - www.works11.pl has some parts you might find useful. As for the top rail, Allegro would be a good place to look for it. But the one that comes with Cyma's CM.039C is a very, very close likeness and you don't need to lenghten it in order to fit it on an airsoft receiver (about 5mm longer than real steel) Link to post Share on other sites
christavel! Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Has anyone tried fitting a bakelite grip to a realsword type 56 yet? like the bottom photo Link to post Share on other sites
double_a Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 This thread needs a Galil Link to post Share on other sites
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