Videos tagged with AK Magazines

During ammo shortages, the next items to disappear are magazines, reloading components, and gun parts. The video highlights that during the 2020 shortage, specific magazines like Glock and AR-15 Pmags became scarce and expensive. Reloading primers vanished almost overnight, while powders remained available but restricted. Gun parts for popular platforms like AR-15s (lower parts kits, BCGs) and Glocks also saw significant demand and scarcity, impacting repairs and builds.

This guide demonstrates how to create "fast mags" for AK platforms using readily available materials. The process involves coupling two AK magazines together with a Zyn container as a spacer and Goon Tape for secure binding. This modification aims to improve reload speed and efficiency in tactical or competition scenarios. The instruction comes from an experienced individual comfortable with firearms and tactical gear.

This review from RTT: Guns & Gear enthusiastically positions Xtech Glock magazines as a strong competitor to OEM Glock magazines. The speaker, demonstrating high authority and expertise, highlights Xtech's established reputation in the AK market and their successful entry into the Glock magazine space. Key takeaways include the magazines' durability, reliability, and compatibility with both pistols and Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs), all offered at a competitive price point that challenges the necessity of purchasing OEM.

This review covers the T.REX Arms Ready Rig 5.56, a lightweight and concealable chest rig designed for various scenarios including SHTF and public shooter situations. The rig features a thin profile for easy concealment under clothing, an adjustable X harness accommodating chest circumferences from 33 to 48.5 inches, and versatile pocket configurations for magazines (5.56, .300 Blk, 9mm, AK), tools, radios, and medical supplies.

This YouTube video focuses on providing potential magazine options for AK-pattern firearms from the manufacturer X-Tech Tactical. It aims to showcase and review different magazine models, highlighting their features and compatibility with the widely popular AK platform. The content is geared towards AK owners looking to upgrade or diversify their magazine selection.

This video provides a practical demonstration of how overloading a firearm magazine can lead to seating issues. The instructor highlights that while it might seem possible to fit an extra round, doing so can prevent the magazine from properly engaging with the firearm, potentially causing malfunctions. The core takeaway is to always check magazine capacity and avoid overfilling to ensure reliable firearm operation.

This video introduces a new clone of the VSS Vintorez rifle, chambered in .300 Blackout, expected to be released in Q3/Q4 2025. The design incorporates AR-15 components like the bolt carrier and barrel for compatibility, while maintaining the VSS aesthetics and utilizing AK magazines. It will be an NFA item, likely a two-stamp gun to allow for suppressor cleaning.

This video reviews five new firearms released in late 2024. It covers the Gerson MC14 TX, LGO Arms Alien Remis, CMMG Dissent BR47, Century Arms Draco Tactical, and Ruger Ultra Lightweight 10/22 Carbon Fiber. The presenter highlights key features, design choices, and potential applications for each firearm, offering insights into their performance and market positioning.

This expert review from Military Arms Channel analyzes five 7.62x39mm rifles that deviate from the standard AK platform. Instructor Tim provides an in-depth look at the Arsenal SAM7SF, PTR 32, SIG Spear, CMMG Dissent Mk47, and IWI Galil ACE, detailing their unique operating systems, ergonomics, and performance. The analysis highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each platform, offering valuable insights for firearm enthusiasts seeking alternatives to traditional AKs.

This guide details how to customize a CMMG Mk47, focusing on parts compatibility and replacement. It covers muzzle devices, handguards (requiring DPMS High pattern), charging handles (proprietary), optics, triggers (recommendations for 7.62x39), and lower receiver components like buffer tubes and grips. The video emphasizes that the Mk47 buffer and spring, as well as the bolt carrier group, are proprietary and not interchangeable with standard AR-15 parts.

This guide details the field strip and reassembly process for the CMMG Mk47 Dissent, a 7.62x39mm rifle featuring a unique bufferless direct impingement system. The process involves separating the upper and lower receivers, removing the dual recoil spring assembly and bolt carrier group (BCG) from the upper receiver, and then reassembling in reverse order. Expert insights highlight the innovative design allowing for a side-folding stock and AR-15 ergonomics with AK-47 magazine compatibility.