I’ve been neglecting my Mishaco notifications, and my life has not been the better for it. You truly are a sense of calm and reason in the storm of insanity these days.
I truly do not understand WHY this channel does not have more followers, particularly if you are even remotely a fan of combloc/AK style rifles. When I have a question about an AK variant... this is my FIRST stop and more often than not I get what I'm looking for. With that said, I couldn't stand it any more and recently decided to pony up for a Romanian MD-65 underfolder parts kit. It has FIVE matching numbers on bolt, carrier and trunnion so it isn't quiet a mismash of junk. No idea where the other two matched numbers are... yet. This'll either be a rainy day, bored out of my mind build... OR... I'm sending it to Two Rivers and have them build it up proper at the same time I have them REBUILD my 2004 Century Arms Yugo M70B1 with a properly marked Childer's receiver. Choice... choices!!!
I'd say give the build a go yourself. If it doesn't work out, then send it out to 2Rivers. Also, i noticed that Atlantic was showing some wASR10UF rifles a few weeks ago.
@@misha5670 Atlantic: That is where I got the Romy md.65 underfolder from. Overpriced as all get out but in today's market, you have to pay to play. Oh well, it is what it is. I'm not into this for investment purposes with the intention to sell them in the future to make a profit. Purchases I have made/will make from here on out are strictly for mine own edification.
I think u put them in perfect order ive always a zastava fan because my family come from Yugoslavia so i have to represent my roots and they are really great quality firearms
I think the pre bans go for what they do because people have a nostalgic look in them myself included much like our childhood dreams those days are gone and if you lucky enough to have something special like an original imported AK like that you have done well
Nice video Misha can you mention and speak on the norinco 40 rnd magazines( chrome followers and normal followers. mine don’t have them. There are virtually no videos on them, thanks again Misha!
I got a .223 Polytech under folder from Keng’s Firearms near Atlanta. Never got it to work at all. Even after repeated consultations with Mr. Keng himself, where he’d take mag after mag into his workshop and introduce them to a table grinder, no luck for me. After a dozen mags thrown into a local canal in total exasperation, traded it at a gun show for a basic 1911. Wouldn’t mind a do over on that deal tho.
I have to admit, Bro. You are a walking library of knowledge! With me being owner of Valmet. You could have mentioned the cost on some of the mags! Drop some jaws!! Great video like always!
I didn't mention exact costs because doing so dates a video. I can give them for 2022, but who knows what they may be in say 2025 or 2030? I've learned its better to just avoid specific numbers here on youtube or you get those "well actually' commenters lol.
I’ve seen plenty of post ban SA 85Ms going for well under $2K. I’ve also seen many ranging from very good to pristine condition. Maybe it’s the finish Mishaco talked about. It’s not only pretty but protective as well.
I remember going to gun shows in the mid 90s where there were still pre ban Chinese AKs on display for sale. My memory is prices of $800-1100 which I absolutely couldn’t afford. I had to settle for a MAK90 with that crappy thumbhole stock. Seems like they were going for $300-400. I’ve bought some Chinese AKs over the past year to satisfy that retained lust even though prices are 3 times higher.
I remember an ad for I think a Mitchel underfolder that had a thumbhole stock. The underfolder was in folded position. I don't know if it was welded in place or not, but it was sure strange looking.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge Misha! I am waiting for my WBP Jack without the side rail to show up at my FFL today! Your advice on them made up my mind on what to get! I noticed on AoA’s site they have 5.45 barreled trunions that are headspaced, have you heard anything about them making a 74?
Edit made it to the yugos…..i have one of the rare UF yugo m72 rpks. I would love one of the 8mm. I wish someone would convert my m77 to UF Theres atleast 2 out there. When you were talking about mak prices now. I sadly scooped a straight back mak for 1100 at last gunshow. But it looks unfired or fired EXTREMELY few times.
Hey @Mishaco Whats your take on GSAD AK rifles? I have a spiker model with a 2 digit serial number in my collection I heard these were before the Clayco’s. Would love to hear your input
"some Hollywood films"? One should not understate the impact of the Wolverines, Mr. Misha :) I would venture to say that Red Dawn did for the AK in the US what Dirty Harry did for the .44 magnum (albeit over a longer time frame, as Red Dawn became a cult movie, and as the kids who were impacted by it grew up and were able to buy rifles)
@@boffa-deez They seem to have a hodge-podge of things...anything and everything they can get their hands on. Question too is just how much ammo do they have in reserve?
The century arms m70b1 built by D.C. industries is a great alternative for a Mitchell's import although they are now getting pricey. I agree the z pap are excellent.
Absolutely....now if you are asking would i recommend it over the WBP Fox/Jack? That's a more difficult question to answer. I think that one comes down to personal tastes. Me? I prefer the WBP but then again, I'm also a big fan of Polish firearms. I know others are really into Yugoslavian/Serbian firearms, and that's totally nifty too.
Does anyone know of anybody who could make wood furniture for a Valmet M76? I picked one up last year with all polymer furniture. I’m afraid to shoot it because of Mishaco’s warnings.
I regularly went shooting when I lived in Lake Havasu during the summer When the temperature was about 115° just bring shade and lots of water and don’t be a wuss
I’ve been neglecting my Mishaco notifications, and my life has not been the better for it. You truly are a sense of calm and reason in the storm of insanity these days.
I truly do not understand WHY this channel does not have more followers, particularly if you are even remotely a fan of combloc/AK style rifles. When I have a question about an AK variant... this is my FIRST stop and more often than not I get what I'm looking for.
With that said, I couldn't stand it any more and recently decided to pony up for a Romanian MD-65 underfolder parts kit. It has FIVE matching numbers on bolt, carrier and trunnion so it isn't quiet a mismash of junk. No idea where the other two matched numbers are... yet. This'll either be a rainy day, bored out of my mind build... OR... I'm sending it to Two Rivers and have them build it up proper at the same time I have them REBUILD my 2004 Century Arms Yugo M70B1 with a properly marked Childer's receiver. Choice... choices!!!
I'd say give the build a go yourself. If it doesn't work out, then send it out to 2Rivers. Also, i noticed that Atlantic was showing some wASR10UF rifles a few weeks ago.
@@misha5670 Atlantic: That is where I got the Romy md.65 underfolder from. Overpriced as all get out but in today's market, you have to pay to play. Oh well, it is what it is. I'm not into this for investment purposes with the intention to sell them in the future to make a profit. Purchases I have made/will make from here on out are strictly for mine own edification.
I think u put them in perfect order ive always a zastava fan because my family come from Yugoslavia so i have to represent my roots and they are really great quality firearms
I love learning from this channel!
I think the pre bans go for what they do because people have a nostalgic look in them myself included much like our childhood dreams those days are gone and if you lucky enough to have something special like an original imported AK like that you have done well
I enjoy these videos.
Great video bud that last 3 min speech was money 💰 u right we r living during the biggest preban Era 💯
Nice video Misha can you mention and speak on the norinco 40 rnd magazines( chrome followers and normal followers. mine don’t have them. There are virtually no videos on them, thanks again Misha!
We are here to listen to you wax poetic about Aks and other guns. Awesome as always good sir! Thanks for the knowledge as always.
I got a .223 Polytech under folder from Keng’s Firearms near Atlanta. Never got it to work at all. Even after repeated consultations with Mr. Keng himself, where he’d take mag after mag into his workshop and introduce them to a table grinder, no luck for me. After a dozen mags thrown into a local canal in total exasperation, traded it at a gun show for a basic 1911. Wouldn’t mind a do over on that deal tho.
Damn, you remember Kengs? That's awesome I used to go there just to daydream.
Well the same people believe in fortune-cookies, and have trouble growing rice? Serves you right for eating that $hit, and funding the enemy.
I have to admit, Bro. You are a walking library of knowledge! With me being owner of Valmet. You could have mentioned the cost on some of the mags! Drop some jaws!! Great video like always!
What kind of Valmet do you have?
I didn't mention exact costs because doing so dates a video. I can give them for 2022, but who knows what they may be in say 2025 or 2030? I've learned its better to just avoid specific numbers here on youtube or you get those "well actually' commenters lol.
@@markp4401 M76 and those mags aint cheap!
@@ere828 M76 .308 mags are spendy. M76 .223 mags are spendier.
I’ve seen plenty of post ban SA 85Ms going for well under $2K. I’ve also seen many ranging from very good to pristine condition. Maybe it’s the finish Mishaco talked about. It’s not only pretty but protective as well.
Thanks Mishaco. Another wonderful review........ .
I remember going to gun shows in the mid 90s where there were still pre ban Chinese AKs on display for sale. My memory is prices of $800-1100 which I absolutely couldn’t afford. I had to settle for a MAK90 with that crappy thumbhole stock. Seems like they were going for $300-400. I’ve bought some Chinese AKs over the past year to satisfy that retained lust even though prices are 3 times higher.
My memories of gunshow Chicom prices lineup with yours.
I remember an ad for I think a Mitchel underfolder that had a thumbhole stock. The underfolder was in folded position. I don't know if it was welded in place or not, but it was sure strange looking.
Yep, it sure was lol
Almost as strange as the 2x4 rifles that literally had a piece of raw dimensional lumber slapped on them. 😆
Thank you for sharing your knowledge Misha! I am waiting for my WBP Jack without the side rail to show up at my FFL today! Your advice on them made up my mind on what to get! I noticed on AoA’s site they have 5.45 barreled trunions that are headspaced, have you heard anything about them making a 74?
Edit made it to the yugos…..i have one of the rare UF yugo m72 rpks. I would love one of the 8mm. I wish someone would convert my m77 to UF Theres atleast 2 out there.
When you were talking about mak prices now. I sadly scooped a straight back mak for 1100 at last gunshow. But it looks unfired or fired EXTREMELY few times.
Thanks for the video!!!
I agree with your review. That Clayco looked good. Sa85m if you want the lighter, more accurate rifle.
Hey @Mishaco Whats your take on GSAD AK rifles? I have a spiker model with a 2 digit serial number in my collection I heard these were before the Clayco’s. Would love to hear your input
Thank you for the knowledge pa pa
"some Hollywood films"? One should not understate the impact of the Wolverines, Mr. Misha :)
I would venture to say that Red Dawn did for the AK in the US what Dirty Harry did for the .44 magnum (albeit over a longer time frame, as Red Dawn became a cult movie, and as the kids who were impacted by it grew up and were able to buy rifles)
Don't forget Commando hehe ;p
Anyone checking out the AKs the Ukrainians currently using.
Yeah I’ve been keeping an eye on some of the variants. Pretty neat stuff.
@@Monestary_Warrior very well equipped.
@@boffa-deez They seem to have a hodge-podge of things...anything and everything they can get their hands on. Question too is just how much ammo do they have in reserve?
Md 63 romanian md 65 a lott brought into by Europese resistance. Even handguns pre ww2
@@a.s-218 Yeah, I’ve seen some pretty interesting stuff.
M62/RK 62 is probably my #1 bucket list gun
With regards to Valmets, my timing was simply lucky. I got into them before their prices went nutty.
Any plans to go over the new M77 import from Zastava?
The century arms m70b1 built by D.C. industries is a great alternative for a Mitchell's import although they are now getting pricey. I agree the z pap are excellent.
I traded one a UF few years ago for a l1a1 and kick myself everyday for it. Anything dc industries (pre nodak spud) is a good time.
@@k24civic Nodak was always the maker of AK receivers, even if they just said DC on them. Nodak goes wayyyyy back, nearly 20 years now.
@@misha5670 I always heard dc was nodak before it was nodak?
@@k24civic Nope, DC = Dan Coonan.
Hey Misha just curious what do you think is the best AK ever imported or domestically made? And thanks for the great video.
Whoa Nelly, that’s gonna be an interesting answer, though I think he made a video on it that (minus the domestics).
@@jackjohnson291 mabe ak103
Everyone can agree imports period
VEPR
FM in particular, just my shitty opinion lol
If the Yugoslavian civil war never happened, the m90 ,m90A,m85 ""carbine" and m85A would of been the predecessor to the m21 🤔
Thanks
Anybody have any experience with POHF Hungarian AK builds? There’s a couple on GunBroker now.
Would you recommend purchasing a current Zastava?
Yes, very good weapons. Nicely made, almost luxurious.
Absolutely....now if you are asking would i recommend it over the WBP Fox/Jack? That's a more difficult question to answer. I think that one comes down to personal tastes. Me? I prefer the WBP but then again, I'm also a big fan of Polish firearms. I know others are really into Yugoslavian/Serbian firearms, and that's totally nifty too.
When will it be mine turn for a Valmet?
Edit: I’m the 100th like!
No one compares to Mishaco. He's the best.
I agree, but there are some other great presenters such as Chris at Marksman Shooting Sports and Ian. Misha is still an easy favorite.
@@jackjohnson291 I'll check them out but Misha shittin on everyone.
@@jackjohnson291 they're cool...misha's about history, rifle specifics, with more content. It's a different lesson.
Master's vs Ph.D
Does anyone know of anybody who could make wood furniture for a Valmet M76? I picked one up last year with all polymer furniture. I’m afraid to shoot it because of Mishaco’s warnings.
i wish i had a Valmet m62 :*(
Great video. Thanks, always enjoy your thoughts. Very hot here too. Hang in there.
What receiver is on your m76? Reweld?
No, its a Zastava.
What? A special zastava??
@@thesmokinggun8674 Long story but yeah some Zastava receivers came in back in the '90s.
I regularly went shooting when I lived in Lake Havasu during the summer When the temperature was about 115° just bring shade and lots of water and don’t be a wuss
Could I do that? sure but why suffer if you do not have to?
Gsad
We the People Should be avoided at all costs. There’s literally 200 companies who makes better products for less.