Anyone have experience with these rifles? As you may have noticed by my recent posts, I'm trying to decide between a Century G-3 clone and a Century FAL. I've decided to wait on the M1A and live without the flash suppressor, which would mean having to register it as an assault weapon here in CA, and having possible restrictions on where I can shoot it, etc.
I know that original rifles, or having them custom built from kits, is popular, and would probably get me a better rifle, but funds and time are limited. The Century rifles seem like my best options at this point.
The FAL looks tempting. It costs less. Magazines are cheap. The Imbel receiver has a much better reputation than the Hesse receiver used on the G-3. I'm thinking that once I have the Imbel-based rifle, I could later upgrade anything that needs it. The only thing I'm really stuck with is the receiver (after Jan 1, here in CA).
But I am concerned, because I'll probably order it, and I've seen Century FALs that varied from junkers made from worn out looking parts, to pretty nice rifles. Anyone know what they are putting out now? Any tips for getting a good one? All experiences and suggestions will be appreciated.
Doug
[This message has been edited by DougB (edited November 14, 1999).]
I know that original rifles, or having them custom built from kits, is popular, and would probably get me a better rifle, but funds and time are limited. The Century rifles seem like my best options at this point.
The FAL looks tempting. It costs less. Magazines are cheap. The Imbel receiver has a much better reputation than the Hesse receiver used on the G-3. I'm thinking that once I have the Imbel-based rifle, I could later upgrade anything that needs it. The only thing I'm really stuck with is the receiver (after Jan 1, here in CA).
But I am concerned, because I'll probably order it, and I've seen Century FALs that varied from junkers made from worn out looking parts, to pretty nice rifles. Anyone know what they are putting out now? Any tips for getting a good one? All experiences and suggestions will be appreciated.
Doug
[This message has been edited by DougB (edited November 14, 1999).]