Videos tagged with Century Arms C39V2

This video provides an expert overview of several firearms, including shotguns, handguns, and rifles, highlighting their features, specifications, and price points. The presenter, demonstrating experienced authority, discusses performance aspects, design choices, and potential drawbacks, offering a comprehensive look at each model for enthusiasts and potential buyers.

This guide details the process of conducting a catastrophic failure test on an AK-47, specifically a Century Arms C39V2, using a custom high-pressure round. The video demonstrates the importance of safety enclosures and remote firing mechanisms when pushing firearms to their limits. Expert analysis of the resulting damage to both the firearm and a ballistic dummy provides insights into the platform's behavior under extreme stress.

Colion Noir, an expert firearm instructor, provides a critical review of the Century Arms C39V2 AK pistol. He highlights its robust build quality, featuring a milled receiver and Magpul furniture, but expresses a strong dislike for the AK pistol platform itself due to its inherent instability and awkward ergonomics without a stock or brace. Noir emphasizes the practical challenges and safety considerations when shooting such firearms, suggesting modifications like adding a brace for improved functionality.

This video from DemolitionRanch, hosted by firearms expert Matt Carriker, explores the penetration capabilities of various firearms, including an RPK, CMMG Mutant, and AK pistol, against different materials like cinder blocks filled with concrete, sand, and dirt, as well as rebar. The testing demonstrates the effectiveness of 7.62x39mm ammunition and highlights the performance of accessories like the SilencerCo Chimera suppressor and high-capacity drum magazines.

This video provides an initial look at the Century Arms C39V2 AK-47, highlighting its milled receiver construction and the weight difference compared to an AR-15. The presenter, new to the platform, discusses the rifle's Magpul furniture, Primary Arms red dot sight, and the effectiveness of the muzzle brake in mitigating recoil for the 7.62x39mm round. Challenges with zeroing iron sights due to the optic mount are noted, along with an appreciation for the Croatian bolt-hold-open magazines.

This comprehensive review details the 5,000-round durability test of the Century Arms C39V2 AK-47, conducted by recognized AK expert Rob Ski. Despite passing the endurance test and maintaining surprising 100-yard accuracy (1.55 MOA), internal inspections revealed severe barrel erosion and bolt lug deformation, indicating significant wear. The rifle still performed at 500 yards, though its longevity is questioned compared to military-grade alternatives.

This comprehensive review from Regular Guy Training LLC details critical failures observed in multiple Century Arms AK-pattern rifles, including the RAS47, M70, and C39v2. The analysis, presented by a professional firearms instructor, highlights issues like premature wear, bolt lug deformation, rusted components, and case extraction problems, even at low round counts. The instructor strongly advises against using these rifles for self-defense due to concerns about metallurgy and reliability, deeming them potentially dangerous 'hand grenades.'

This YouTube video features a discussion between the creator and Curtis from the VSO Gun Channel about the realities of running a gun channel on YouTube. The conversation took place before the Las Vegas shooting, and the description notes that some aspects of the landscape may have changed. The video touches on the NRA's stance regarding Slide Fire Stocks, emphasizing their opposition to legislative action as the most crucial point. Specific firearms mentioned include the Fostech Outdoors, Tristar Cobra Pump Shotgun, Arex Rex Zero, and Century Arms C39V2. A bonus video is available on Full30.com.

This review of the Century Arms C39V2 Alpha after 600 rounds highlights its aesthetic appeal and initial accuracy. However, significant concerns arise regarding heat management, with the wood furniture becoming excessively hot and screws backing out. Internal inspection revealed deformation on the piston head and bolt, potentially linked to sharp grooves in the gas tube. While the rifle functioned, these issues suggest potential long-term durability concerns under heavy use.

This guide details the installation of the Red Army Standard side mount for micro dot optics onto a Century Arms C39V2 rifle. The process involves disassembling the rifle to a certain extent, then attaching the two-piece mount using specific Torx bits. The mount is designed for US-made AKs with milled receivers and offers adjustable optic placement forward and backward, with a focus on increased rail contact for stability. The guide also confirms that the rifle can be field-stripped with the mount installed.

This guide details how to determine the safe minimum shooting distance for steel targets using empirical testing. The VSO Gun Channel Host demonstrates a methodical approach, testing various rifle calibers at decreasing distances to observe target degradation and identify risks. The findings emphasize that standard steel targets are not designed for close-range rifle fire, highlighting the importance of manufacturer recommendations and specialized equipment for specific training scenarios.

This guide details the cleaning and wear inspection process for the Century Arms C39V2, based on an expert assessment. It covers identifying carbon buildup from suppressed fire, using specific cleaning agents like Gun Scrubber and CLP, and meticulously inspecting critical components such as the bolt, lugs, carrier, and trunnion for normal wear patterns. The process emphasizes a thorough internal examination to ensure the rifle's long-term reliability, even after thousands of rounds and suppressed use.