Saiga 7.62x39

I have done a couple of the 7.62's for the AK mags, very simple to do and well worth it IMO. Both ran 100% with any of the mil surplus or tapco mags. If you do it just remember to go slow with the tapping and filing. I too plan on getting at some point a 5.45 Saiga or possibly just building my own from a virgin bulgarian kit. Haven't decided yet plus don't have the funds. If you are for sure getting a 5.45 try and stock up on mags soon, they seem to be drying up and getting more pricey. Look for Circle 10's or other military surplus ones. As far as the california legal ones though the tapco ones are ok. Just keep an eye on the lockup tabs. I have a couple 10rd ones for when I am bench shooting and no issues yet. Happy shooting!