Thread: Colt Delta Elite Ideas

Originally Posted by HamburgO

Yeah, gotta be prepared for those wild dog packs!

Anyway, all my AK stuff is in 7.62 x39. Either .223 Saigas, or WASR-3s seem to be the way to go in that caliber. I have not looked into prices much lately. I have heard that the AK in .223 can be less reliable due to the non-tapered casing of the round, and that it might be better to stick with the AR platform in .223.

Unless you're really committed to .223 / 5.56, another option to consider would be an AK-74 in 5.45. Cheap and plentiful ammo (for now ), and a decent rifle from e.g. Century for $400...

If you want to read more, there is a forum called Warriortalk that includes an extensive section on all aspects of the AK... Here's a sample thread related to your question.

Thanks for the link. I've been eyeing the 74 as well. I'm also thinking about buying an AR lower and building it up throughout the year. Hundred bucks or so for the lower and then another hundred to finish it off. Add a stock and then either piecemeal the upper or find an upper for 400-500.
End up around the same price as prebuilt but I could buy a new piece every few months . One gun. 27 purchases to get all the pieces I need.

Originally Posted by bharner

Thanks for the link. I've been eyeing the 74 as well. I'm also thinking about buying an AR lower and building it up throughout the year. Hundred bucks or so for the lower and then another hundred to finish it off. Add a stock and then either piecemeal the upper or find an upper for 400-500.
End up around the same price as prebuilt but I could buy a new piece every few months . One gun. 27 purchases to get all the pieces I need.

We've built around 6. Mine we built for just short of $500, look into M&A parts we've used them for the uppers for I think 4 of the six and had no problems not caused by us. Best of luck.

I've got the AR in .458 SOCOM, .223, & 7.62x39. I think I'm gonna part with the 7.62x39 once I get the 6.8spc up and running. Gotta finish this Delta Elite first...

Look up Model 1 Sales: as well. They have some good stuff, great prices on complete kits less the receiver, and the finish on the uppers is good, not paint like some places. Some real good shooters as well.

I'll have to check out M&A...what's the link?

shooter74743: How do you like the AR in .458 SOCOM'?

I have a Saiga AK74 and it is a fun shooter. The 5.45x39 ammo is not hard to find either. I am liking he Silver Bear as it is easier to clean. This is a keeper for me.

Have fun.

I absolutely love it. It's not a long range rifle, but the developer's "one round puts them down" logo is so true. I know of no north American game it wouldn't handle. Imagine, 45-70 ballistics in a semi-auto shooting 300 or 405 (my pet loads) grain bullets. If you don't reload, it's not a round for you though...gets pricey.

Hmm... Now to sell my Walther P22 so I can pick up an upper .
Getting slightly back on topic, here's a great idea for a fun thing to do with your Colt:

If that doesn't put you in the spirit of Christmas, I am not sure what will!

Delta Elite is on hold with the grips and night sights. I've got a new toy in mind...RRA Lar-8 Predator HP. Sold a 22 & 44 pistol and am half-way there!