Videos tagged with AK-74 Magazine

This guide details how to identify various AK magazine types that became available through the 2006 Sportsman's Guide 'lottery' import from Sarajevo. It covers recognizing rare variants like slab-side, waffle, Bakelite, and country-specific models from the former Yugoslavia and other nations. The information is presented with the expertise of Ian McCollum, a recognized firearms historian, offering insights into collector market dynamics and historical pricing.

This video features a discussion among Hank Strange and guests about potential new prototype ideas for Xtech Tactical. The conversation explores various concepts, including firearm magazines for less common platforms like the AK-74 and PS90, multi-functional accessories like grips and bipods, and EDC (Everyday Carry) items such as specialized flashlights and polymer knives. The participants emphasize practicality, innovation, and market viability for new product development.

This video stress-tests Magpul PMAGs for the AK-74 platform, evaluating their durability through various drop tests onto concrete and other surfaces. The assessment focuses on the magazines' ability to withstand abuse and maintain functionality, highlighting features like metal reinforcements and overall polymer construction.

This viewer mail call episode from Mrgunsngear covers a range of firearm-related questions. Topics include caliber comparisons (9mm vs. .45 ACP), handgun choices (Glock vs. 1911), specific model preferences (HK VP9 over Walther PPQ), recommended AK variants (Waser 10, Arsenal SLR 107), and preferred battle setups. The instructor also discusses AR-15 buffer choices, home defense lighting, and the reliability of certain AK platforms. He emphasizes practical considerations like shootability and personal preference over absolute technical superiority.

This review tests the durability of Tapco AK-47 and AK-74 magazines, focusing on their polymer locking lugs and overall robustness. While generally functional and affordable, the review highlights past experiences with lug breakage during rough handling. The tests demonstrate surprising resilience against drops onto steel and clay, though performance degrades significantly when intentionally filled with dirt. The magazines are noted for their 922R compliance and anti-tilt followers, making them suitable for range use.