AK-50 Update, ATF Comes Through? - Gun Life #3

This guide details the field stripping process for the AK-50 V3 prototype, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It highlights the use of original AK components within a scaled-up .50 BMG platform and emphasizes the unique engineering challenges overcome. The process involves removing the dust cover, bolt carrier group, recoil spring, gas tube, trigger group, and pistol grip, showcasing the evolution from standard AK designs.

This video details the 'junkyard prototyping' failures and successes of the AK-50 V2. Key issues included cam groove and lug failures, under-gassed operation requiring port drilling, and magazine disengagement due to recoil. Thermal expansion also caused sluggishness. Redesigned parts with improved geometry and heat treatment are shown for the next iteration.

This video details the complex process of manufacturing the AK-50 receiver, including obtaining ATF variance, working with a machine shop (Weapon Works LLC), and discussing Cerakote applications. It highlights the challenges of firearm production, from design to R&D and manufacturing, emphasizing the business and technical aspects involved in bringing a firearm to market.

Brandon Herrera details the installation and testing of a new double-spring recoil system for the AK-50 V3 prototype. The guide covers initial live fire with standard and surplus ammunition, analysis of cycling issues using slow-motion footage, and plans for further gas system and ejection geometry adjustments. This expert-level modification aims to improve the reliability of the oversized AK platform.

This guide details the process of tuning the recoil system for the AK-50, focusing on the custom multi-spring assembly, buffer system, and piston shaft redesign. It includes steps for disassembly, inspection of components like the S7 steel extractor, and testing carrier velocity for optimal spring adjustment. The information is presented by Brandon Herrera, the lead designer of the AK-50, highlighting his expertise in custom firearm engineering.

This guide details the process of fitting and demonstrating the bolt carrier and front trunnion for the AK-50 project, based on Brandon Herrera's February 2021 update. It covers the redesigned trunnion geometry, the modular bolt carrier cam groove inspired by the Stribog, and the functional demonstration using a 3D-printed bolt mock-up. The information is presented from the perspective of the lead designer, offering high-level technical insights into the project's development.

Brandon Herrera, leveraging his expertise in firearms and historical testing, conducts a 'backyard science' experiment to test the JFK 'magic bullet' theory using a 6.5 Carcano. The video details the process of firing the rifle into ballistic dummies and water jugs to compare bullet deformation, offering insights into terminal ballistics and the complexities of the assassination's ballistics. Herrera's high authority in the firearms community is evident through his technical approach and knowledge of historical firearms and forensic evidence.

This video provides an expert-level look at the Pedersoli Baby Philadelphia Derringer, the type of firearm used by John Wilkes Booth to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. Brandon Herrera, demonstrating high authority and technical expertise, details the loading process for this black powder pistol and conducts ballistic tests using a beverage can and a ballistic dummy. The analysis includes high-speed footage of the projectile impact and examination of the recovered projectile, offering unique insights into historical ballistics.

This entry analyzes firearm mishaps presented in a 'Darwin Awards' style, emphasizing critical safety lessons. Instructor Brandon Herrera, a recognized firearm manufacturer and commentator, uses real-world examples to illustrate the severe consequences of ignoring basic gun safety rules. The content serves as a cautionary guide, highlighting common errors in handling, trigger control, and the dangers of seeking online notoriety through unsafe practices.

Brandon Herrera, a recognized firearms expert and manufacturer, uses high-speed footage and ballistic testing to analyze the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The video aims to debunk conspiracy theories by demonstrating the ballistics of a 5.56mm round grazing an ear and the effectiveness of counter-sniper fire from a .300 Win Mag rifle. Herrera emphasizes the difficulty of precise shots at range and condemns political violence.