AK-50 Update - September 2021

This guide details the assembly and inspection of the AK-50 V3 prototype, focusing on its 3D-printed mock-up. It covers key design elements such as the PKM-inspired stock, hinged piston, helical lockup, and the distinction between .50 BMG and .50 Beowulf calibers. The process emphasizes verifying CAD files and functional fitment before proceeding to metal machining, highlighting the iterative nature of firearm development.

This video provides an in-depth look at the AK-50 Prototype V2, detailing its development from the V1, the transition to a stamped receiver, and the engineering challenges of chambering .50 BMG. Lead designer Brandon Herrera transparently discusses the technical risks and testing goals for this ambitious project.

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.

Brandon Herrera provides an in-depth update on the AK-50 V3 project, detailing significant progress and challenges. The video highlights the fabrication of a new V3 receiver, custom tooling for .50 BMG AK components, and design improvements like a fluted barrel and a free-floating gas tube system. Herrera emphasizes transparency regarding supplier issues and the engineering solutions developed, showcasing his high authority and expertise in the project.

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 video details a highly dangerous experiment where a 50 BMG round is heated on a stove, likened to cooking a 'forbidden hot dog.' The speaker, exhibiting experienced authority, highlights the extreme risks involved, even retreating behind a truck for safety. The experiment results in the destruction of the pan and a hole created by the base of the 50 BMG round. The conclusion strongly advises against such actions due to the inherent dangers.

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.