Videos tagged with Parts Kit Build

This guide details the installation and initial test firing of a Diablo Trigger (FRT) in a 1971 Romanian Parts Kit RPK. The video demonstrates a real-world first run, including troubleshooting a minor jam, and concludes with an assessment of the trigger's performance. Instruction comes from an experienced individual familiar with AKM platforms and trigger systems.

This comprehensive review of the Gunge Geeks Romanian MD63 AK covers its specifications, first impressions, and performance over 1,000+ rounds. The reviewer highlights its classic AK aesthetic, reliable function with various ammunition and magazines, and surprising accuracy with iron sights. The video also includes practical testing of the included bayonet and build drills, concluding that the MD63 is a highly recommended, affordable, and historically significant firearm.

This video provides a first look at the Zastava USA PAP M70 AB2, a rifle built from a Yugoslavian parts kit. The presenter, Mark, details the rifle's features, including its US-made barrel and receiver, surplus handguards, and underfolder stock. He discusses its historical context, shooting experience, and compares it to other AK variants, highlighting its appeal as a collector's piece with historical significance.

This video emphasizes the critical role of barrel quality in custom AK builds. The speaker, an experienced builder, highlights how a subpar barrel can negate the quality of other components, leading to poor accuracy (e.g., 5 MOA). Recommendations include using reputable barrel manufacturers like Green Mountain and thoroughly researching components before assembly.

This video provides an in-depth look at M13 Industries, a gunsmithing shop specializing in the AK platform. It details the comprehensive workflow from receiving parts kits to final assembly and shipping, emphasizing meticulous logging, part inspection, and the use of specialized tools. The content highlights the complexity of AK modifications, such as converting a Yugo M90 with an AAM gas block, and underscores the high demand for skilled gunsmiths in the current market.

This guide details the assembly of a custom Polish AKM build, emphasizing the use of original military surplus parts and authentic components. Expert Misha guides viewers through selecting a Childers Guns receiver, an FB Radom barrel, and original laminate wood furniture, highlighting the superior quality and historical accuracy achieved through this 'recycle' philosophy. The process focuses on maintaining the classic AKM aesthetic and functionality.

This video discusses the Colt AR-15 Sporter, focusing on building one from a parts kit and the nuances of its gas system and bolt carrier group. It delves into the history of Colt's AR-15 development, including their efforts to comply with government regulations and the impact on civilian market variants. The hosts also touch upon the challenges of finding original parts and the trade-offs between original and reproduction components.

This guide details the gunsmithing process for building a Belgian Gendarmerie FAL clone using a DSA receiver and an FN America parts kit. It covers critical steps like barrel installation, gas block pinning, and precise headspace setting, emphasizing the expertise required for such a build. The process highlights the use of specialized tools and techniques for accuracy and safety.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Beretta AR-70/90 rifle, a piece of Italian military hardware with a history intertwined with Sig Sauer. The presenter, an experienced firearms enthusiast, details its development, design similarities to the Sig 550, and unique features. The video includes a comprehensive field stripping guide, highlighting the rifle's robust, stamped metal construction and long-stroke gas piston system, offering valuable insights for collectors and firearm enthusiasts.

This guide details the manual of arms and field stripping process for a Rhodesian FAL build, as demonstrated by Brandon Herrera. It covers controls, disassembly of the bolt carrier group, and accessing the gas system. The video emphasizes the rifle's historical significance and unique features, including its camouflage and operating system.

This video showcases a custom Israeli Light Barrel FAL, also known as the 'War Hammer' or 'FALO', built on a DSA SA58 receiver. The rifle is chambered in .308 Winchester/7.62x51mm NATO and features distinctive Hebrew markings. The build incorporates a unique side-mounted forward assist and is finished in a gunmetal and graphite black Cerakote.

This video provides a detailed comparison between an RPK and an AK-47, both built from Romanian parts kits by Atlantic Arms Manufacturing. The presenter, who has experience building AKs, highlights key differences in construction, such as the RPK's heavier barrel and bulged trunnion for sustained fire. He emphasizes the importance of inspecting build quality, particularly rivets and sight alignment, and discusses the 'battlefield pickup' aesthetic achieved through deliberate wear on some components. The RPK is recommended for experienced AK enthusiasts, while the AK-47 is suggested as a more practical first purchase due to its lighter weight and maneuverability.