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I got my refund. So I'll be looking into getting another AK soon

I did get most of the stuff I wanted in before Jan. However when gunfire is the only place on the planet that genuinely has sets of 5 PPS Shell Ejecting Gas Shells at a reasonable price, I had no choice and ordered knowing of the UPS issues. Edit: I can either get 2 shells for £13 not including postage in the UK. Or (At the time of purchase) Or 5 shells for just over £18 taking into account import fees from Gunfire. It's a no brainer.

I rang UPS and asked if they accepted my fire arms declaration. All they could say is that they have received it, but has yet to clear customs. (Whether it is accepted is a different matter, it's been a week since I sent my Declaration back) Also asked if I'll get an Email from customs to pay the charge, they seemed to think I would pay on arrival. So slightly worried.

I have always wanted one of them! Only reason why is that there is no chance of using it in a milsim. Though I do keep an eye out! Something about that gloryhole handguard. To me the AMD is the pinnacle of AK looks. Apart from a tarted up Zenitco 74n anyway. We'll see what the shop says tomorrow.

Sadly the gearbox was perfectly shimmed and the underfolder mechanism was very very solid and stiff. It is a great AK if only it weren't pissed in multiple directions! I might just give in and either go for an AMD65 and hope for the best or just get an AR 😕

I think at this point I'd rather cut my losses and return it. I understand that AK alignment is very funky. But its worse then most I have seen. To the point that its not really workable. 😕 such a shame as I got it for a great price.

Dot mounted to the upper rail. Its an underfolder so no side rail. If there was I would be even more out! Its off the because the front gas tube bracket does not line up with the rear sight. Because of this its actually an absoloute nightmare to lock the handguard in because of the angle.

You're seeing exactly I see. Its very much to the left. Yet looking at the rear sight mount the outer barrel is mounted straight. Which means either the reciever or the rear sight is mounted on wrong. I would just barely let it slide if my E&Ls were bad. But this is far worse. Combined with not being able to adjust my optics enough to shoot straight, its not on imo.

Just got this TKMS. Really looking forward to it. Bought all the upgrade bits I would put in it as well as order the Wood kit from Asia. Go to line up the sights and I got this. It appears that the Top Cover/Receiver is completely misaligned with the Rear sight/trunnion. The Gas block frame is also misaligned with the rear and front sight, which means the front rail is also not aligned with the sights. My guess is that the Receiver and Rear sight block holes for the rivets were not drilled/punched in the correct place at the factory. Without a new receiver and Rear sight block, its impossible to know which. I own many AK’s and whilst many have characterful Rear and Front sight alignment; this is the first time I have seen the rear sight block and receiver pointing in completely the wrong direction. I have requested a return under Distance Selling Regs. Hopefully I wont have any issues.

Disagree with the FN57. Its a modern classic!

How are you filling the mag? How cold is it where you are? What gas are you using? Have you lubed the slide at all? How much of a pause are you leaving between each shot?

Have you put the batteries for the laser in the Pistol grip?

Take the spring out and coat it in some sort of grease to prevent the twangy sound. Unfortunately the stock E&L Spring for UK spec rifles are incredibly short and can cause this. As for the noise, it's likely shimming/motor height. Loosen the pistol grip initially and see if the sound is any different. The stock motor is Neo and really very good, you wont see much of an upgrade with the SHS if any.

So I just checked my tracking number it has now changed to awaiting payment of charges. Presumably that means my Declaration is ok? How would I go about paying the bill? I don't see an option on the website, will I get contacted with a call or Email? Cheers all!

Please remove. Dumbass here posted in wrong thread.

Sorry if I missed this. How were you told it had cleared? I have sent my form, do you get a confirmation that it's all ok?

I was wrong. It was the black one. Not wooden! L1A1 ARES from Patrol Base - Guns, Gear & Loadouts - Airsoft Forums UK (airsoft-forums.uk)

I just had my phonecall and accompanying firearms declaration. They are doing it for parcels that include only parts as well as RIFs (I was just ordering parts). My guess is, because the goods note is in Polish, they cant tell if there is a RIF or just parts inside. It's a fairly simple form, also asks for velocities of the RIF as well. I thanked them despite the delays for taking the importation of RIF's seriously. Doing the job that BF and PF failed to do effectively.

Is that cleared Polish customs or English customs?

Funnily enough, the JG Thunder Maul is based on a rifle in Ghost In The Shell, a 1995 anime movie. It predates many modern rifles that you can get in Airsoft. As someone who is 35, the rifle does appeal to me, though not enough to purchase one. (Its quite innacurate, the one depicted in the anime is a bullpup)

Indeed, the full length AK Front sights are pinned in. I have had to round out the flange with a dremel and tap for a screw much like the Cymas to get it straight. Pretty sure all enhanced selectors fit the E&L. I could only ever find them on the Continent or in Asia though.

Most of my E&Ls have slightly cockeyed iron sights. Had to straighten those out.

Ahh! Cool. Mine has been fulfilled. I am pretty sure they only had one. I get the feeling its a one man band. E&L has better Blued steel externals and internals (Neo Motor, better bushings and a Tappet Plate that is correctly shaped). However the fit and finish is a little sloppy compared to the LCT. If you dont mind a bit of fettling, go for the E&L. Otherwise the LCT will be fine with a motor and bucking upgrade.

Wait, do you mean you ordered the rifle or the wooden handguard kit? I thought you meant the Wood Kit! Edit: There is always the Tactical AKS74U LCT TXS74UN-AEG – Duty Calls Airsoft