9x39 AK - SNEEKI BREEKI KALASH

Published on August 2, 2021
Duration: 10:04

This video details the complex process of building a custom AK rifle chambered in the 9x39mm subsonic cartridge. Brandon Herrera highlights the unique challenges of adapting the AK platform for this low-pressure round, requiring a custom short-stroke piston system and barrel. The build, based on a Century Arms Micro Draco, features components from JMac Customs and Dead Air, resulting in a remarkably quiet suppressed rifle.

Quick Summary

Building a 9x39mm AK presents unique challenges due to the cartridge's low pressure, requiring a custom short-stroke piston system. This build, based on a Century Arms Micro Draco, features modified internals and a custom barrel, resulting in an exceptionally quiet suppressed rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro to 9x39mm & Custom AK Reveal
  2. 00:58Suppressed Shooting Demonstration
  3. 02:35Building Challenges: Gas System
  4. 03:41Donor Gun & Core Modifications
  5. 04:34External Components & Furniture
  6. 05:57Guest Range Testing & Feedback
  7. 07:20Ballistic Testing: White Claw Penetration

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes building a 9x39mm AK challenging?

The 9x39mm cartridge is a low-pressure round, requiring a significantly shorter gas system than standard AKs. This necessitates custom modifications to the piston, bolt carrier, and barrel to ensure reliable cycling in a traditional AK platform.

What donor gun was used for the custom 9x39mm AK build?

The custom 9x39mm AK build started as a Century Arms Micro Draco pistol. Key modifications included a shortened piston, a modified bolt carrier, a custom recoil spring assembly, and a newly manufactured 9x39mm barrel.

How quiet is the suppressed 9x39mm AK?

The suppressed 9x39mm AK is remarkably quiet. During range testing, the sound of the bullet impacting the steel target was noticeably louder than the suppressed gunshot itself.

What are the key external components on the 9x39mm AK?

The rifle features a JMac Customs stock for improved ergonomics and a KOP mount for optics. The muzzle device is a JMac/Dead Air brake specifically designed to securely attach the Dead Air Wolfman suppressor.

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