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BB61 · 07-11-2008, 10:25 AM

I'm a complete and total newb when it comes to AKs, but after reading the forums here and drooling over all the amazing pics, I need one.

I found this Polish Tantel on the Classic Arms, Inc. site for $489.95. Anyone have experience with this style and caliber?

Also, how easy is it to change the stock on these?

tomfoolery · 07-11-2008, 10:27 AM

Im pretty sure the rear trunion on those would have to be replaced as well. If your looking to "accesorize" an AK i would suggest getting a bone stock WASR. They make side folders for full stock rear trunions but you cant put a full stock on a side folder rear trunion.

AIMsurplus has those as well.

Globeguy · 07-11-2008, 02:01 PM

Tantals have standard receiver and switching stocks to fixed is easy. I just did it with my Interarms Tantal. If I were you, I'd fork out extra $120 for interarms tantal with chrome lined barrel and better fit. Also if you buy Interarms, you have an option of getting a fixed stock tantal (black polymer furniture).

Water-Man · 07-11-2008, 02:27 PM

I prefer a fixed stock. They're easier to shoot and more accurate IMO.

07-11-2008, 10:25 AM	#1
BB61 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Southern Virginia Posts: 159	Opinions on this AK? I'm a complete and total newb when it comes to AKs, but after reading the forums here and drooling over all the amazing pics, I need one. I found this Polish Tantel on the Classic Arms, Inc. site for $489.95. Anyone have experience with this style and caliber? Also, how easy is it to change the stock on these? __________________ Hokie Pride BE PREPARED Last edited by BB61; 07-11-2008 at 10:29 AM. Reason: forgot to add the price

07-11-2008, 10:27 AM	#2
tomfoolery XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 5,647	Im pretty sure the rear trunion on those would have to be replaced as well. If your looking to "accesorize" an AK i would suggest getting a bone stock WASR. They make side folders for full stock rear trunions but you cant put a full stock on a side folder rear trunion. AIMsurplus has those as well. __________________ "It is better to die on your feet than live on your knees." "One is none, two is one, and three is just a good time." Clint Smith, referring to the number of guns you carry daily.

07-11-2008, 02:27 PM	#4
Water-Man XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Southeast Posts: 254	I prefer a fixed stock. They're easier to shoot and more accurate IMO. __________________ PROUD TO BE A VETERAN

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07-11-2008, 02:01 PM	#3
Globeguy XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 73	Tantals have standard receiver and switching stocks to fixed is easy. I just did it with my Interarms Tantal. If I were you, I'd fork out extra $120 for interarms tantal with chrome lined barrel and better fit. Also if you buy Interarms, you have an option of getting a fixed stock tantal (black polymer furniture).