[at4rxj]

Who all has had good results from mounting a scope on the side rail? What mount did you use?

I bought a mount and put a red dot on mine, but the red dot doesn't seem to have enough vertical adjustment, like the mount is angled down or something.

[Beer Forever]

The only way to scope an AK.
http://www.centerfiresystems.com/ind...ROD&ProdID=123

[FutureMarine]

this is the best way to scope an AK
http://images.gunsamerica.com/upload/976471035-1.jpg

[BattleRifleG3]

Consider also a scout rail that replaces the rear site.

[furdog]

I myself have had this same problem with red dot scopes on side mount scope rail on AK 47s. You have 2 choices!! You can use a laser to estimate how much you need to lower your scope, then mill the top of the mount lower in the front and gradually higher to the back with a file, this will give you a bit more play in setting your scope. If i remember mine right 1/16th of a inch is equal to 4 to 5 feet @ 100 yrds give or take!
The second way, is to use a Tactical Reflex Sight which has a red dot and works the best for sighting on a Ak 47. They usually have a lot of elevation adjustment that works well with side mounts.
The best way to set a scope without fireing a shot is to use "Aim shot Laser Boresighter", they are the best dead on sighter for the money.
If you wont to spend the bucks and get a real nice scope, get the Pro Series ATN 4x30 SWAT scope. It is made for fast tracking targets and or moving targets and has a dozen light settings. It cost about $500 TO $600 DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU BUY.

I talked to a guy in optics and he said thry this http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=276579
They are the newest russian military scopes and they work just fine on AK's.

[at4rxj]

so where are you saying to file? On the rail on the gun or on the inside of the mount?

[FutureMarine]

...but here it is. Is Mikhail Kalashnikov still alive? I saw a special on him on the history channel and he sure seemed like a humble and decent guy.

Nevermind...i did a longer search and found a link for Deadoraliveinfo.com
I figured that would have it. He is only 86. Glad to hear he still is. Great person he is

[Big Dog]

I had the same problem when I bought the side mount from a range buddy. The vertical rror wasn't too bad, so I was able to shim inside one ring to move the scope. Works well now.

Though, the AK isn't generally accurate enough, in my opinion, to really warrant using a scope. But it looks cool . . .

[furdog]

You file the top of the mount from rear to front to lower the scope. From front to rear to raise the scope . The best way is with a belt sander or grinder be sure you do it as flat as possible.
Be sure not to go to far as your scope mounts wont stay secure.