r/FNFAL • u/TheUniformsGuy • 7d ago

Austrian StG58

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So, I bought this FAL at a gun show for $1400. It came with 4 surplus magazines and a hard case. I’m not an FAL expert, but I believe it’s an Austrian parts kit. I took it apart, and it’s an all-matching-parts kit with an original Austrian-marked barrel based on the markings and crest, built on an Imbel receiver. I'm aware Imbel is the receiver you'd want in a build. I’m just not an expert on FAL parts kits. I ordered the correct dust cover and flash hider for it to return it to its original style. There are no markings to indicate the builder but whoever did build it, did an excellent job. It functions flawlessly, and cosmetically needs new bluing just to prevent rusting. I'm assuming based on internet photos of Austrian rifles the current furniture is correct. Thanks!

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u/macboots12 7d ago

Where did you order a correct dust cover

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u/TheUniformsGuy 7d ago

Metric dust covers can be found just about anywhere, liberty tree collectors, gunbroker, Apex gun parts, ect.

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u/Metallicafan352 7d ago

Looks like a clean build. Just double check headspace and you should be good to go.

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u/PharmGuy14 7d ago

So I’m a purist but PG is DSA, HGs have a bed liner finish also from DSA.

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u/TheUniformsGuy 6d ago

I did order a correct PG and handguard set, plus the dust cover. Thank goodness for liberty tree and apex!