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BattleRifleG3s Customized Saiga and AK Furniture
I offer this catalog as an aid in placing an order for customized
furniture for Saiga and other AK firearms. It is meant to be a general
overview of styles and options from which you can choose. While this
catalog is thorough, it is not all-inclusive, so please feel free to ask about
anything not mentioned here. New ideas or proposed modifications of my
designs are welcome. Any items can be ordered individually or in a
matching set.
Images have been assembled from various pictures taken over time.
Some of them are items in progress and for purposes of this catalog seem to
be the best way to represent the different styles. These should not be taken
as representations of a finished product, rather a way to distinguish one style
from another and give it a name.
My standard and preference is to sell items unfinished, ready for the
buyer to apply the finish of his or her choice. Any finishing work by me
would significantly extend lead time and may be subject to environmental
conditions. A buyer has the most control over the end result when he can
see the effect of the finish as he applies it, and avoiding finishing in-house
allows me to offer lower prices in general. It also allows the buyer to put
sweat equity into his project instead of additional funds.
Orders are placed by online communication. I use the same screen
name, BattleRifleG3, on every firearm discussion board in which I
participate. E-mail can be sent to [email protected].
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Saiga Handguards
These handguard styles are designed to be direct replacements for the Saiga
factory handguards. Any style can be lengthened or shortened to fit different Saiga
models. Handguard vents are available on all styles as an extra cost option. Any
variations or combinations of styles can be considered. The specific Saiga model must be
identified when ordering. The only models that have interchangeable handguards are the
Saiga 223 and X39.
VEPROV A mixture of
the VEPR and Dragunov
styles of handguards.
Saiga rifle version shown
Schnabel 2000 A blend of
modern and classic styles for
todays multipurpose rifles and
shotguns.
Saiga shotgun version shown
Saiga Rifle Style My own
variation of the Saiga rifle
handguard style. Main differences
are related to maintaining strength
with a non-flexible material.
Saiga shotgun version shown
Saiga Super Schnabel Sporter A
combination of the Saiga rifle and
Schnabel 2000 styles.
Saiga shotgun version shown
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FAL Style
Styled after the
right arm of the
free world,
complete with
faux bipod cuts
Saiga rifle version shown.
G3 Style Styled
after the popular
HK rifle handguard,
this is no longer
offered in this version. A simpler version with better dimensional control can be
requested.
Saiga rifle version
Blended Saiga and VEPROV
styles
Saiga shotgun version shown
Similar to above, with
handguard vents
Saiga shotgun version shown
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Galil Style Handguard
Version shown is for Saiga
shotguns. Version for Saiga
rifles would have a vertical front
face and an integrated retainer.
Saigalil Style Also resembling
the Valmet style of handguard
with its angled bottom, this
handguard combines the Saiga
and Galil styles of handguard in
this shortened version for Saiga shotguns, and with integrated retainer for Saiga
rifles.
Modernized Galil Style An
angled variation of the Galil
style handguard, also
resembling the Valmet style.
Saiga shotgun version
SKS Style This handguard
style incorporates the groove
style of the SKS handguard,
the inverse of the bulged style
of the AKM handguard.
Saiga shotgun version
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One Piece AKM Style
Simulates the ergonomics and
appearance of the AKM
handguards, but in a one-piece
version designed for Saigas with
no handguard retainers on the
gas tube.
Above: Saiga Shotgun Version
Below: Saiga Rifle Version
Extended length handguards Saiga 410 and Saiga 100 each use a longer variety of
handguard. Most Saiga-410s are set up in a stylish sporting configuration, as these
handguards represent.
This may be the first wood stock set ever made for a Saiga-100.
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Saiga Buttstocks
These buttstocks are designed to directly replace a Saiga factory buttstock with no
modification to the firearm. These styles can be used on all Saiga rifles and shotguns,
except the Saiga-100, which currently only has one style developed. As a default, these
stocks will use a buttplate taken from a Saiga synthetic stock, but can be shaped to match
a buttpad or buttplate provided by the buyer at no additional charge. Extra cost options
include cheek rises and certain ergonomic enhancements.
Quasi-Pistol-Grip (QPG) Buttstock
Classic Curved Grip (CCG) Buttstock Designed as a traditional style with
ergonomics improved over the factory synthetic buttstocks.
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Buttstocks for Stamped AKs
These buttstocks are designed to fit most stamped AKs, including Saiga rifles and
shotguns converted to pistol grip configuration with a standard AK trigger group. Like
the Saiga buttstocks, these can be shaped to fit any buyer supplied buttpad or buttplate.
Cheek rises are also available options on these stocks. Finger grooves are available on
the Dragunov and thumbhole stocks.
AKM Style The traditional style of an AK buttstock
Valmet Style Styled after the rare and famous Valmet rifle buttstock
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Modified Galil Style A fixed stock styled after the Israeli Galil rifles
Triangular style A simple straight-line buttstock with straight edges
Zastava M76 style Styled after the rare Yugoslavian M76 8mm sniper rifle, this
stock is distinguished by the unique knob on the underside of the stock.
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Military Dragunov style This stock is designed to match the style of the classic
military Dragunovs stock as closely as possible in a single piece design
Simplified Thumbhole style Derived from the military Dragunov style, this stock
offers similar ergonomics in a simpler and less expensive configuration
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AK Pistol Grips
These grips are designed to offer ergonomics and styles typically not available for
AKs, as well as styles similar to exotic grips that are typically cost prohibitive. Finger
grooves, ambidextrous thumb rests, and metal ferrules are options available on all grip
styles. These will fit Saiga rifles and shotguns converted to pistol grip configuration with
a standard AK trigger group
Stoner Style This style of grip was actually designed by me independently, with the
goal of developing what I considered to be the optimal grip. After designing and
making them, I discovered a strong similarity to the grips used on the AR-180 and
Stoner-63, both designed by Eugene Stoner, the same engineer who designed the
AR-10 and AR-15. Aggressive, filling to the hand, and angled slightly more than a
traditional AK grip, these grips are my personal favorite.
Zastava Style, Pattern 2 This is my second generation approximation of the sought
after Zastava Fat Grip. While I have since developed a more authentic
approximation, I consider this style to be more ergonomic.
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Zastava Style, Pattern 3 This is my
closest approximation of the Zastava
Fat Grip.
SAW Style This grip has the same
angle as the Zastava Pattern 2 grip,
but has a flat back. The result is
similar to the popular style derived
from the M249 SAW machine gun.
Ergo Style This style of grip is
similar to the Zastava Pattern 2, but it
has the same angle as the traditional
AK grip.
Improved AK Style This grip differs
from the typical AK style by being
slightly flared, providing improved
ergonomics and a more solid grip.
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Modified Galil Style This grip is also
flared slightly compared to the
original Galil.
AMD Style Not my personal cup of
tea, but I have a pattern and can make
grips very close in style to the
Hungarian AMD grips. Can be used
on both front and rear of an AMD-65.
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AK Handguards
These are military length handguards for stamped AKs. These same styles can be
made for an AKM, AK-74, Yugoslavian AK, and with integral or clamp-on retainer for a
Saiga rifle. When using a clamp-on retainer for a Saiga rifle, the handguards will be
made in the AKM pattern, and the buyer will purchase his own retainer. When using
either a clamp-on retainer or an integral retainer for the lower handguard, a gas tube with
upper handguard retainers will have to be supplied by the buyer.
Krinkov Style The filling
Krinkov style is stretched to the
length of an AK M or Yugo AK.
Tantal Style This handguard
was actually made before I hadany exposure to the Tantal style,
but the flat edges of its bulges
resemble the Tantal lower
handguard.
Flat Sided Yugo Style The
simple, flat sides of the Yugo
handguards are available for all
models.
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Wood Selection
Stock sets are made from scratch out of a variety of domestic and exotic
hardwoods. With very rare exceptions, any item can be made from any available wood.
Base price quotes assume that a base price wood is used. Upgrade prices for higher end
woods depend on the style, size, and quantity of the items, and reflect both the price of
the wood and increased work required by that wood choice.
The following woods are generally
available, either in stock or able to be
obtained and machined with high
confidence. They are listed in order of
lowest to highest upgrade price.
Red Oak
Hickory
Spanish Cedar
Honduran Mahogany
Hard Maple
Walnut
PadaukBubinga
Jatoba
Purpleheart
Wenge
Teak
Cocobolo
Certain others may be available, but
cannot be guaranteed to be available or
suitable.
Philippine Mahogany
Cherry
Birch
African Mahogany
Lyptus
MakoreSapele
Zebrawood
Morado Rosewood
If a buyer desires a wood that is not listed, it can be investigated and either quoted or an
alternative wood choice proposed.
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Mission and Policies
BattleRifleG3 is the leader in innovative wooden furniture for Saiga rifles and
shotguns and for the vast majority of AK based firearms. While other platforms will be
explored as time permits, the AK family, due to its standardization and simplicity, will
most likely always be the focus of this operation. BattleRifleG3 is the only current
manufacturer of complete US made wooden furniture sets for the Saiga series, and able to
outfit both the factory sporter configuration and the common pistol grip conversion
performed by professional gunsmiths and responsible using in a variety of methods.
Almost all items made by BattleRifleG3 are custom made to each buyers order.
Thus, while timetable and pricing are more than typical production furniture, a great deal
of customization and individual attention are provided at a very competitive cost.
Changing one detail or another only costs as much as it adds extra work. There are
generally no steep customization fees making it your way is part of the deal. While
many suggestions and a few ready-made items may be proposed, everything boils down
to what the buyer wants.
Some options can be priced quickly. Handguard vents, a cheek rise on the
buttstock, and finger grooves in a grip are typical add-on features. Others that are not so
common need more discussion, which Im always happy to do. Some special features are
available at no extra charge. You can mix and match any feasible styles in matchingwood grain, and some buyer provided components, such as a buttpad, can be integrated at
no additional cost. Many hardwoods are stocked, but their selection and quantity varies.
Feel free to ask about any particular wood you are interested in. It would be best to have
several woods listed in order of preference.
Theres a saying on time, on budget, and on spec pick two. In an imperfect
world with its share of surprises, sometimes hard choices need to be made on how to best
deliver a product. My choice is to be true to my word on what your item will be, and not
to charge more in the end than I quoted in the beginning, unless a change to the order is
agreed and accepted by both parties. That means that if I ever have to pick two, I will
take the time necessary to do things correctly. Sometimes that means remaking an item.
Point being that estimated time to completion is just an estimate. What I will do is
explain where things stand any time you wish to ask me. If I dont have significant
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progress on your order, I probably will on those farther ahead in line, which brings yours
closer to the top.
Theres one area where Im caught between a rock and a hard place How to
handle order changes, cancellations, and returns. In this area, the fact that Im a small
operation and the fact that everything is customized makes the situation a bit different
from major vendors with high volumes, who compete with each other by making the
ultimate satisfaction guarantee. The choice I have made here is that I want to give the
best value to those people who communicate their desires clearly and who understand
that the work that goes into a customized item is irreversible.
My guarantee is this that I will honor my quote and all of the terms agreed upon
when we settle an order, and will not change anything unless we both agree to it. I will
also answer truthfully any and all questions you have before settling on anything. It
matters to me that you know what youre getting, so I am patient and do not pressure you
to settle on an order until you know everything you need to. I can consider requests to
change an order after it is placed depending on how far it has progressed. I may have to
quote additional charges beyond the price of any upgrade. Sometimes I can offer
changes more easily, but I cannot promise any change.
I have a guarantee, but not an elective return policy where you can return an
item for any reason. You could call it an accuracy guarantee, where I make things right
if I get something wrong. If you think that this policy hurts business, the fact is that on
my scale of operation and my level of customization, reversed orders do more damage
than lost sales opportunities. For quite some time I have had a constant backlog, usually
quoting a month or more time to complete any order. I am confident that this is the right
choice for my business. And for those buyers who take their side of the deal as seriously
as I take mine, this means giving them the best deal possible, without absorbing the costs
of reversed orders into their fulfilled ones.
If this policy concerns you, I ask you to take your time and watch the orders of
others be fulfilled to their satisfaction. Check my reviews from many customers, as well
as pictures of the furniture on their guns. I participate in the accountability (feedback)
systems of many popular and respected firearms forums and auction sites. Ask as many
questions as you like with no pressure or hurry. And, once in a while, I do offer items
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made by my own initiative for immediate sale and prompt shipping. So if you prefer an
item already made over something made to order with a multi-month lead time, then my
limited production furniture may be worth considering when it is available.
Payment Terms
Payment terms for customized Saiga and AK furniture are 50% down, with the
balance due on completion. You are of course welcome to pay the balance however
much sooner you like, including all up front. Your deposit marks your place in line for
completion. That, like estimated time to completion, is a sequence I hold to most of the
time but may have to change when it is in the compelling interests of keeping production
reasonably efficient and cost effective for everyone.
Requiring deposits before beginning an order has effectively solved the previous
problem of buyers disappearing or otherwise failing to follow through with their end of
the transaction. However, I have to have a policy in place just in case this happens again.
Having a deposit puts me in an uncomfortable position if the buyer then does not follow
through, since I have received some payment, even if not all. It becomes even harder
when a buyer has supplied components for the project. My policy, which I hope I never
have to enforce, is that if three calendar months pass after the project has been completed(and the buyer repeatedly informed) and the final payment has not been received, I
reserve the right to sell the items. I also reserve the right to be gracious at my discretion
alone. I hope I never have to act upon this policy. Feedback left on discussion forums
will be factual and objective. Unreasonable lapses in communication and delays in
payment may be noted even if the transaction is completed. I generally have a broad
definition of what is reasonable, so this is nothing to worry about except in severe cases.
The items and terms in this catalog are subject to
change without notice. Revised terms and details
will be communicated with the buyer.