Videos tagged with BFG50A

Mark Serbu discusses the challenges of resuming production of the BFG50A, specifically highlighting the complex fixturing required for trigger mag housings. He details the process of machining these housings, including drilling detent holes for take-down and safety pins, and mentions the upcoming anodizing step before shipment. The video emphasizes the time and effort involved in restarting production after a hiatus, especially with intricate parts.

Mark Serbu demonstrates an unconventional but effective method for removing a stubborn lug from an RN50 firearm. By utilizing impact loading with a firearm and 7.62x39mm ammunition, he successfully dislodged the part after conventional methods failed. This technique highlights the principle that forceful impact is a powerful way to break free seized components, a concept applicable in engineering and gunsmithing.

This video demonstrates the destructive power of a .50 BMG round against a large termite mound in South Africa. Mark Serbu, a gun designer, uses a South Africa-legal BFG50A variant with a 22-inch barrel to test the mound's resistance. The experiment highlights the surprising toughness of the mound and the effectiveness of using a muzzle brake to create significant internal pressure, ultimately causing the mound to collapse.

Mark Serbu, a gun designer, shares a collection of recent personal and professional updates. He discusses YouTube's monetization review, a camping trip with a unique turkey incident, preparing a rifle for a customer, family moments including teaching his granddaughter firearm safety basics, and upcoming modifications to the BFG50A. He also touches on testing firearms like the RN50 and Barrett, and his personal experiences skiing in Park City, Utah.

Mark Serbu demonstrates the process of engraving a custom design onto the muzzle brake of an Edwin Sarkissian's BFG50A rifle. The process involves digital design, trial runs to test depth and accuracy, and final passes on a CNC machine. The engraving is intended to be a surprise for the owner, placed on the underside of the muzzle brake.