Videos tagged with Unsafe Firearm

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons critically analyzes a custom-built AK-47 variant, highlighting severe construction flaws that render the firearm unsafe. The video details issues like a non-functional folding stock latch, improperly brazed gas block, dangerously ground locking lugs for headspace, and unfinished receiver rivets. This expert assessment serves as a cautionary example of what not to do in firearm construction.

This video documents a near-miss incident involving a "mini canon" where a lead ball was fired in an unsafe direction, almost hitting one of the participants. Filmed in 2013, it highlights the unpredictable and potentially dangerous nature of experimental or uncontrolled firing, even with seemingly small devices. The description emphasizes the "fun and games" aspect of desert activities but underscores the rapid realization of danger, suggesting a lack of proper safety protocols in this instance.