Videos tagged with Forged Trunnions

This video provides an in-depth look at the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) ARK and ARK P firearms, which are designed to bridge the gap between the AR-15 and AK platforms. The ARK series allows users to leverage existing AR-15 5.56x45mm magazines within an AK-style platform, featuring an AK receiver with an AR-compatible magwell. Key features highlighted include a last-round bolt hold open, AR-style magazine release, and various mounting options. The discussion also touches on barrel materials (nitride vs. chrome-lined) and receiver construction.

This video introduces the new DPMS Panther Arms "Anvil" AK-47, nicknamed the "Kremlin Gremlin." The firearm features all forged parts, including trunnions, carriers, and bolts, and comes with classic laminated wood furniture and a triangle folding stock. It's highlighted as a durable and reliable option, with a focus on American-made components and a lifetime warranty. The review includes live-fire demonstrations and discussions on its features, furniture options, and market positioning.

This video provides a detailed first look at the Thunder Ranch VSKA, a collaboration between Century Arms and Thunder Ranch, built to Clint Smith's specifications. The review highlights the rifle's American-made construction, emphasizing Century Arms' industrialized manufacturing process designed to mitigate the historical challenges of AK production in the US. Specific modifications requested by Clint Smith for defensive use, such as an A2 flash hider, an RS Regulate rail for flashlight mounting, an extended safety lever, and a US Palm grip, are discussed.

This review of the PSA AK-P GF3 pistol focuses on its accuracy and shooting characteristics at 50 yards with a 1-4x optic. The reviewer found the accuracy acceptable for an AK pistol, estimating it around 4 MOA for 10-shot groups shot by two individuals. They noted a single malfunction with older Wolf Polyformance ammunition and discussed muzzle flash with Russian ammunition, attributing it to incomplete powder burn in the shorter barrel.

This review from Nutnfancy provides a detailed look at the Riley Defense RAK-47, a US-made AK variant. The video highlights its value proposition as an affordable alternative to expensive Russian imports, offering classic aesthetics and solid performance after a brief break-in period. The assessment is critical yet fair, drawing on extensive experience with various AK platforms.