Kalashbash, Kalashni-Con & The Zastava M90 2500 Rounds Later

Published on May 18, 2025
Duration: 23:35

This video provides an in-depth review of the Zastava M90 rifle after 2500 rounds, focusing on its performance in competition shooting events like Kalashbash and Kalashnicon. The presenter, Mark, details modifications made to the rifle, including a JMAC Customs muzzle brake, a 5-port gas regulator, an AK Thumbs Grips charging handle enhancement, an Attero Arms rear sight mount with a Sig Sauer ROMEO-X Pro red dot, and a CMC 2.5lb AK trigger. He discusses his experiences at competitions, highlighting both successes and personal errors, and offers insights into the rifle's reliability and internal wear after extensive use. The video concludes with a look ahead to a new custom AK build.

Quick Summary

The Zastava M90, after 2500 rounds, demonstrates 100% reliability in competition. Key modifications include a JMAC Customs RD360 muzzle brake, a 5-port gas regulator, and a CMC 2.5lb AK trigger. Internal wear is minimal, with slight carrier flattening from the trigger being the most notable observation.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Intro & Welcome
  2. 01:16Zastava M90 Overview
  3. 03:48Modifications & Upgrades
  4. 04:22Muzzle Device: JMAC Customs RD360
  5. 04:39Gas Regulator Swap
  6. 05:05Charging Handle Enhancement
  7. 05:44Optic Setup: Attero Arms & Sig ROMEO-X Pro
  8. 06:48Trigger Upgrade: CMC 2.5lb AK Trigger
  9. 07:43Kalash Bash Competition Experience
  10. 10:10Kalash Bash Hiccups & Lessons Learned
  11. 11:25Magazine Discussion (AK74 Plums)
  12. 12:02Internal Inspection: Bolt & Carrier Wear
  13. 13:25Internal Inspection: Front Trunnion
  14. 13:59Kalashnicon Competition Experience
  15. 15:56Kalashnicon Performance & Mistakes
  16. 16:11Kalashnicon Long Range Stage
  17. 19:10Overall Rifle Performance & Reliability
  18. 19:14Ammunition Issues (AAC 77gr OTM)
  19. 20:07Future Plans: Custom AK Build
  20. 21:02Conclusion & Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key modifications made to the Zastava M90 in this video?

The Zastava M90 features a JMAC Customs RD360 muzzle brake, a 5-port gas regulator, an AK Thumbs Grips charging handle enhancement, an Attero Arms rear sight mount with a Sig Sauer ROMEO-X Pro red dot, and a CMC 2.5lb AK trigger. These modifications aim to improve its performance in competition shooting.

How reliable is the Zastava M90 after 2500 rounds?

The Zastava M90 has proven to be 100% reliable over 2500 rounds in competition settings throughout the year, with the presenter reporting zero issues. Internal components show minimal wear, indicating good durability for its platform.

What are the main takeaways from the presenter's competition experiences with the Zastava M90?

The presenter achieved respectable rankings at Kalashbash and Kalashnicon, but personal errors like forgetting targets, fumbling reloads, and optic issues significantly impacted scores. The rifle itself performed reliably, with the mistakes being shooter-induced.

What are the internal wear characteristics of the Zastava M90 after 2500 rounds?

After 2500 rounds, the Zastava M90's bolt carrier shows slight flattening from the CMC trigger, and the front trunnion exhibits no significant peening or wear. The overall internal condition is described as very good, with minimal signs of stress.

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