Saiga 12 Shotgun Review: Saiga 12 Magazines Issue

In a world of conventionality, coming up with something new is steadily being a thing of the past. Similarly firearms (in this instance shotguns) can be identified even the most amateur of newbies owing to its recognizable functionality and design. But Izhmash begs to differ and possesses incorporated an exceptional design in the semi-automatic, gas-operated, magazine fed rotating bolt shotgun; the Saiga 12. Built upon the design and ruggedness of the more notorious AK 47, Saiga 12 is uncommon towards the extent that just a handful of companies aside from the manufacturer produce and/or distribute Saiga 12 magazines and parts. Generally the Saiga shotgun utilizes the Kalashnikov design to attain two major plus points in its otherwise unconventional design; reliability, ease of handling and simplicity of usage.

Similar to other AK weapons, the Saiga even offers its variants including the 12S and the 12K. Another resemblance of the Kalashnikov rifle, the Saiga shotgun been specifically developed looking at the initial design to turn into a more enhanced firearm. Lighter polymer materials from the butt stock and forearm, an extended trigger guard permits handling with the weapon even with gloved hands. Accessories may be mounted on the gun with aid of a rail on the left side with the receiver. Despite combining aspects from traditional Russian weaponry to latest firearm technology, the Saiga 12 suffers from lack of share of the market. This is due to the scarcity of authentic manufacturers for Saiga 12 magazines, accessories and parts.  

Variants are available having side optic rails and V notch/leaf stern iron sights causing high accuracy that's also along with the smooth bore barrel that triggers projectile shot to spin thus enhancing accuracy and range.

In terms of [http://www.dailystrength.org/people/2454590/journal/5341654 ar-15 magazine availability] - which are rare to locate - can be found in various forms and house similarly diverse types of ammunition. The box magazine has a capacity that ranges from the average 8 to a 20-round drum. The Saiga 12 fires many different types of shells thrown in it. Long range slugs, and low velocity luminous rounds buckshot. Different Saiga 12 magazines on the market can be found alongside their individual ammo; the latter easily obtainable from gun stores.