The AK-50: September 2019 Update

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 video details the ambitious AK-50 project by Brandon Herrera, a 10-year endeavor to create a .50 BMG rifle with AK-inspired aesthetics and mechanics. It highlights the integration of parts from various platforms, such as the PK machine gun and Mag 58, to achieve specific functionalities like extraction softening. The build showcases a monolithic aluminum handguard and a unique double recoil spring system, demonstrating advanced custom firearm engineering.

This guide details the assembly and initial live-fire testing of a unique firearm configuration: an Icon Marketing Group 12-gauge upper receiver paired with a Palmetto State Armory .308 lower receiver, featuring a Grey Market Research Super Safety. The process involves careful component integration, ammunition selection, and live-fire evaluation to assess performance, including cycling, ejection, and recoil management. Instruction is provided by an experienced individual demonstrating hands-on knowledge of custom firearm builds.

This video details a custom build of a Smith & Wesson 1854 lever-action rifle, transforming it into an exceptionally quiet firearm. Key modifications include an 8-inch barrel, J-Ax stock for an SB configuration, RPP handguard and grip, and integration of a Boss Silencers Commander 9mm suppressor. The build showcases the expertise of Ren Metal Works and Ranger Point Precision.

This guide outlines how to build an RPK-inspired rifle on an AR-15 platform. Key modifications include a 24-inch barrel for accuracy, a large muzzle brake for rapid follow-up shots, a bipod for stability, and a fixed stock for consistency. A side-charging upper is also suggested for easier reloading.

This entry details the safety assessment of a custom .50 BMG 1911, drawing on expert insights from Scott of Kentucky Ballistics. The video highlights the extreme risks associated with firing such a powerful round from a modified platform, emphasizing structural integrity and the potential for detonation. Scott's personal experience with a .50 BMG incident and resulting injury serves as a stark warning against shooting firearms with questionable safety features, particularly a "flimsy bolt" design.

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.