Category Archives: SAIGA-12

Posts about the Saiga-12

RECOIL Magazine Issue 36

Posted on March 30, 2018 by SinistralRifleman

My Article on the Lynx-12 Shotgun made the cover of RECOIL Magazine Issue 36.  Click the image above to go to issue 36.  Click here to read a sample from the article.

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Recoil Magazine: VEPR-12 Article

Posted on April 1, 2014 by SinistralRifleman

I’m now a freelance contributor to Recoil Magazine. My first article on the VEPR-12 was just published in issue 12. The VEPR-12 is a big improvement over the earlier SAIGA-12. Buy the digital copy online here: http://www.recoilweb.com/magazine/issue-12/

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Ironman 3 Gun 2013

Posted on June 12, 2013 by SinistralRifleman

June 2nd-4th 2013 I participated in the MGM Targets Ironman 3 Gun Match in Parma, ID at the Parma Rod and Gun Club June 2nd-4th in Trooper Division. Trooper Division requires that competitors carry all the guns, gear, and ammo … Continue reading →

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October 2012 Multigun matches

Posted on October 23, 2012 by SinistralRifleman

3/9 Open, 6/62 Overall Rifle: 20″ Palmetto upper with Samson Evo 15″ handguard and Leupold HAMR Shotgun: 24″ Saiga-12 with Aimpoint M2 in RS Regulate Mount. Note the new tan AGP magazines 1st/41 overall, 1st/5 Open Rifle: 16″ CMMG with … Continue reading →

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Saiga-12 Accessories Worth Having

Posted on April 16, 2012 by SinistralRifleman

Here is a run down on some of the Saiga-12 accessories I am currently using that have increased the functionality of the shotgun and held up well under regular use. RS Regulate Aimpoint Mount The RS Regulate mount attaches to … Continue reading →

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The Saiga-12 Saga…

Posted on February 1, 2012 by SinistralRifleman

There’s been been discussion recently on other blogs and forums about Saiga-12s, their reliability, modifications required out of the box, and durability.  I was an early adopter of the platform, and started using them competitively in action shooting sports in … Continue reading →

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How to load a Saiga-12 on a closed bolt.

Posted on May 2, 2011 by SinistralRifleman

Since 2006 the Saiga-12 has seen increased popularity by competitive and recreational shooters.  The ability to rapidly reload by changing magazines rather than stuffing shells in a tube is the source of the Saiga-12’s  popularity.  There currently is no other … Continue reading →

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Coyote Tactical 3-Gun Trooper Vest

Posted on April 25, 2011 by SinistralRifleman

Now that the 2011 Tiger Valley Team Match is done, my focus on training and preparation is now for the Ironman 3 Gun June 5th-7th in Parma Idaho. The round count at Ironman is about 3 times that of traditional … Continue reading →

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