StansfieldMcElroy
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Is there a resource around with instructions on how to make an AK mag function in a type 81? Any gunsmiths provide this service?
Thanks
Thanks
Would have been nice if they just made the t81 to use AK mags... I have a factory drum mag with no mods that works interchangeably in an m10x and t81
Why not just make mags the same.
Maybe it has something to do with the lack of a bolt hold open on empty of the AK be the Type 81? That’s all I can think of?? I know the drums don’t hold open on empty.
Here is a modified & original mag side by side to see what needs to be removed. I modified several years ago before TI offered factory 5/5 mags.
Need a slot in the back to clear the BHO and a bit off the front to clear the type 81 trunnion. A mill works best, but you could likely get the same results with a file &/or dremel & steady hands.
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Is there any advantage to AK mags?
I understand some might already have AK mags for other guns, but if you don't is there any reason to get AK mags rather than just getting t81 mags? Is it a cost thing? A "just because" thing?
Is there any advantage to AK mags?
I understand some might already have AK mags for other guns, but if you don't is there any reason to get AK mags rather than just getting t81 mags? Is it a cost thing? A "just because" thing?
For me, I picked up a couple bakelite mags in x39 that I'm looking to use on the 81
Why did you pick those up? Just because you like the look? (I'm not trying to suggest that is a poor reason, I'm just curious)