Hi KendiveSorry about your experiences with the SK-19. My experience (so far) has been different. I'm basically satisfied with the gun. It looks to be well constructed and is accurate. In my estimation it probably is more suited as a hunting rifle rather than a bench gun. If your gun still leaked after receiving it back, it would seem that whoever fixed it (supposedly) missed something. Once I receive mine back I'll post here regarding if the shot string consistency has improved.
Two rifles...same issue...can't say that I blame you feeling the way you do. Mine is the .25.
I also realize that due to the 'inherently unsafe' nature of the gun (can't remove magazine, no hammer, essentially always ready to fire, etc), I would need to also include some sort of trigger guard/cover when in a backpack.
Hey Ken,Curious...what did you find out?
I guess if you need to fix something...do it yourself. Looks like an easy fix once identified. Are you feeling a little better about the sk-19 now?
I had sent my SK-19 back to AOA for service as the shot string was inconsistent. They tested it indoors and it was fine. They surmised that cold weather (as in MN cold) affected the consistency. Something to be aware of...
can't wait for the .30 LCS to come out ... thats what I am after ....