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dou 44	fn 49 vs egyptian hakim	Lead	[-]
Posts: 2231 (09/24/08 05:59 PM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Tags : None i have been thinking of getting one of those because i cannot aford a g43 .is one any better than the other and how are they if you have to repair and find parts..i have been seeing both at some shows from $450-$600..i want something i can shoot without it breaking down all the time. i also want it in 8mm Last Edited By: dou 44 09/24/08 06:03 PM. Edited 1 time.
bittwiddler		#1	[-]
Posts: 133 (09/24/08 06:28 PM) active member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I only have a Hakim so can't comment on the FNs but my Hakim is a beast. It will eat anything and keep on going. Never had a problem with it The only issue I can remember with Hakims is if the gas adjustment knob is frozen / rusted in place.
WVchuck		#2	[-]
Posts: 11292 (09/24/08 07:05 PM) Forum Site Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	IMO, GET BOTH! They both have inherently good things and bad things about them. And, compared to the price of a G-43, one each of the above is still going to be a deal. But if you had to pick one and one only, depending on how much you shoot it, I'd ge the Hakim first. Then sweat it out for a month or two, then the FN-49.
dou 44		#3	[-]
Posts: 2232 (09/24/08 07:09 PM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	i have been looking for a while and like the looks of both.i am thinking fo selling a mg34 parts kit to have some extra money for one. i love mu k98's but i also love the ideal of shooting 8mm in a semi rifle
usernamehasbeentaken		#4	[-]
Posts: 228 (09/24/08 09:19 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	until a couple of months ago, I had trouble finding just the right FN49 then I had one wander into the safe the Hakim was/is no problem as they seem to be be everywhere, and abet more reasonably priced when it comes to shooting, I've had better results w/ the Hakim tho both seem to gobble up the 8mm like it's going out of style and as of yet, I haven't experienced the dreaded 'Hakim finger' don't worry, you'll wind up getting both rifles good luck, and keep us posted Bob
NC Cruffler		#5	[-]
Posts: 306 (09/25/08 02:33 PM) active member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	and as of yet, I haven't experienced the dreaded 'Hakim finger' Tempting fate for sure. I have both. The SAFNs to me are the more aesthetically pleasing of the two (it's prettier). Both work well and will gobble ammo. The Hakim has fewer parts to clean (doesn't have a piston) but does need a long AR type pipe cleaner for the gas tube. Also, the gas adjustment on the Hakim is easier to set with the port screw on top of the barrel. I took me a while to get used to the "Hakim breath" puffs of gas in my face when I shoot it. Hakim magazines are scarce but available if you look. The SAFN box magazine is just a box and the gun must be loaded from the top. Period. Unless, of course, you go for one of the pricey Argentine Navy models that shoot 7.62X51 NATO. Dave Dave Green, NRA Life Member since 1973
beanstrung		#6	[-]
Posts: 4707 (09/26/08 06:20 AM) Forum Site Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	The FN49's are going up in price more quickly, so I'd recommend getting one of those first, then get the Hakim. (unless you stumble on a honey-deal on a Hakim first). You'll also want to scoop up all of the Romaninan 70's steel-case 8mm ammo that you can find. The Romanian ammo has a mild pressure-curve that is perfect for the Hakim, and ideal for all semi-auto 8mm's. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- What part of "shall not be infringed" don't you understand? Joel 3:9-10
EricOKC		#7	[-]
Posts: 4715 (09/26/08 08:36 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Dou, I have them both, with the FN being 8mm also. By and large, it seems like parts for the FN are more plentiful, as is knowledge...just ask Goose.
dou 44		#8	[-]
Posts: 2233 (09/26/08 09:25 PM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	i good to go on the ammo .i have 3 cass of the romanian and another 6000-7000 rounds of other 8mm
beanstrung		#9	[-]
Posts: 4718 (09/28/08 09:10 AM) Forum Site Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	At the NGD show in Louisville yesterday, I saw a very nice Hakim priced at $550, and a Luxembourg FN-49 in .30-06 priced at $1,000. I didn't see any Egyptian FN-49's in 8mm, however. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- What part of "shall not be infringed" don't you understand? Joel 3:9-10
NC Cruffler		#10	[-]
Posts: 310 (09/28/08 08:18 PM) active member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I might put my name on this one to bring the count up to six... Gunbroker Hakim Just bought my first Garand: Gunbroker Garand My brother made me do it by holding the one he got for me in Hampton hostage. He said he might keep that one, the butthead. Dave Dave Green, NRA Life Member since 1973
dou 44		#11	[-]
Posts: 2234 (09/28/08 10:49 PM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	that was one that i had my eye on but i have not bought a gun from an auction yet .when i do i want to make sure the seller is ok
high speed cruise		#12	[-]
Posts: 2516 (09/29/08 01:06 AM) Veteran member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I only have the Hakim, found it in nice condition on gunbroker in '04 for $375 with bayonet and scabbord. Haven't really shot it enough to comment at all. Passed up a 7mm FN-49 for $400 back in 2002 (oh well, had two guns on order at the moment but should have grabbed that too!). I do own a Swede AG42b in 6.5x55 (direct ancestor of the Hakim) and it is INCREDIBLE. Prvi Partisan ammo works FINE without oiling the cases.....and it will shoot a 1.5" group at 200 yards. No kidding! GREG
usernamehasbeentaken		#13	[-]
Posts: 236 (09/29/08 08:17 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	looks like some guy used the dreaded 'buy now' button too bad... but no matter, there's still 12 other Hakims currently on auction on GB alone just like the SVTs, the economy is forcing 'em out of the safes and into new homes Bob
NC Cruffler		#14	[-]
Posts: 314 (09/30/08 08:00 PM) active member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I watch and I wait... Dave Dave Green, NRA Life Member since 1973
high speed cruise		#15	[-]
Posts: 2542 (10/09/08 01:48 AM) Veteran member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Came across a nice one online, I can send you the link if you like. GREG
NC Cruffler		#16	[-]
Posts: 322 (10/09/08 08:29 PM) active member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Got my sights and dollars riding on a Rock-Ola and an IBM carbine for now. Shot one of the Hakims this weekend past. Drew a crowd and I let everybody give it a try. I got an ice-cold Coke out of the deal. Dave Dave Green, NRA Life Member since 1973
pm8691		#17	[-]
Posts: 28 (10/16/08 10:23 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	someone said FN 49 parts were easy to find, I need the long interspring for the bolt. I havn't been able to find one.(mine got kinked) Any one know of parts for these things. yes, Mines the 8mm one. Pat
EricOKC		#18	[-]
Posts: 4723 (10/22/08 09:27 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Pat, Have you tried Numrich Gun Parts? http://www.e-gunparts.com...?chrMasterModel=1410z1949