Videos tagged with AK-50

This guide details the field stripping process for the AK-50 V3 prototype, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It highlights the use of original AK components within a scaled-up .50 BMG platform and emphasizes the unique engineering challenges overcome. The process involves removing the dust cover, bolt carrier group, recoil spring, gas tube, trigger group, and pistol grip, showcasing the evolution from standard AK designs.

This video details the ambitious AK-50 project by Brandon Herrera, a 10-year endeavor to create a .50 BMG rifle with AK-inspired aesthetics and mechanics. It highlights the integration of parts from various platforms, such as the PK machine gun and Mag 58, to achieve specific functionalities like extraction softening. The build showcases a monolithic aluminum handguard and a unique double recoil spring system, demonstrating advanced custom firearm engineering.

Brandon Herrera details the installation and testing of a new double-spring recoil system for the AK-50 V3 prototype. The guide covers initial live fire with standard and surplus ammunition, analysis of cycling issues using slow-motion footage, and plans for further gas system and ejection geometry adjustments. This expert-level modification aims to improve the reliability of the oversized AK platform.

This guide details the process of tuning the recoil system for the AK-50, focusing on the custom multi-spring assembly, buffer system, and piston shaft redesign. It includes steps for disassembly, inspection of components like the S7 steel extractor, and testing carrier velocity for optimal spring adjustment. The information is presented by Brandon Herrera, the lead designer of the AK-50, highlighting his expertise in custom firearm engineering.

This video features firearms manufacturer Brandon Herrera testing the ballistic resistance of a Tesla Cybertruck door panel against a wide array of calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The test demonstrates how the 3mm thick, 30X cold-rolled stainless-steel performs against various threats, highlighting the significant difference velocity and caliber make. The AK-50 prototype is also showcased firing .50 BMG rounds.

Brandon Herrera, an FFL/SOT holder with over 10 years of experience and a firearms manufacturer, discusses his potential nomination for ATF Director. The video delves into the public's role in suggesting candidates for government positions and explores potential deregulatory strategies an ATF Director could employ, referencing legal precedents like the Heller decision and ambiguities in NFA definitions for items like silencers. Herrera also touches on satirical policy changes and announces his 'Unsubscribe Live' tour dates.

Brandon Herrera, the designer of the AK-50, discusses its controversial inclusion in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III as the JAK Cataclysm. He details the extensive development process of his .50 BMG AK and highlights significant design discrepancies between his real-world prototype and the in-game representation, suggesting a potential intellectual property issue. Despite this, Herrera maintains a pragmatic and somewhat flattered perspective on the situation.

This guide details the analysis of the AK-50's muzzle brake design, explaining how vent placement affects barrel whip. It also covers a practical test to debunk the myth that a .50 BMG shockwave can damage targets without direct impact. The insights are presented by Brandon Herrera, the lead designer, highlighting his deep technical expertise.

This entry synthesizes expert insights from Brandon Herrera regarding the legal landscape of firearm accessories. It details the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the federal bump stock ban, emphasizing the legal definition of a machine gun and the necessity of legislative action for new gun laws. It also covers the recent court ruling against the ATF's pistol brace regulations and discusses the implications of legal terminology used in judicial dissents for Second Amendment rights.

This guide details the disassembly and comparison of Brandon Herrera's AK-50 V3 prototype, as presented by Matt Carriker of Demolition Ranch. It highlights the scaled-up components necessary for the .50 BMG caliber while retaining classic AK design elements in the trigger group. The video also features comparisons with an AK-47 and a .50 BMG pistol, along with testing of the Olight O-Sight optic.

This entry details the development and testing of the AK-50, a custom .50 BMG rifle designed by Brandon Herrera. It covers the engineering challenges of scaling the AK platform, the transition from milled to stamped receivers, and the successful live-fire testing of the V3 prototype. The content highlights the expertise of Brandon Herrera in firearm design and manufacturing.

Brandon Herrera provides an in-depth update on the AK-50 V3 project, detailing significant progress and challenges. The video highlights the fabrication of a new V3 receiver, custom tooling for .50 BMG AK components, and design improvements like a fluted barrel and a free-floating gas tube system. Herrera emphasizes transparency regarding supplier issues and the engineering solutions developed, showcasing his high authority and expertise in the project.