Rifle Dynamics' Red October AK 2017 - Stage 7: Berlin Revisited

Published on December 26, 2017
Duration: 8:31

This video details Stage 7 of the Rifle Dynamics Red October AK 2017 match, 'Berlin Revisited.' The stage involves crawling through tunnels, engaging a pepper popper with a down-loaded Mauser to activate spinner targets, and navigating a maze with various paper and moving targets. The match emphasizes practical shooting with AK platform rifles, highlighting how bore offset can affect accuracy in unorthodox positions, and notes the effort involved in hand-loading down-loaded ammunition for safety.

Quick Summary

The 'Berlin Revisited' stage of the Rifle Dynamics Red October AK 2017 match features a crawl through tunnels, engagement of a pepper popper with a down-loaded Mauser to activate spinners, and a maze with various targets. Down-loaded ammunition was used for safety, and the stage highlights how bore offset can affect AK accuracy in unorthodox positions.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Stage Start: Tunnel Crawl
  2. 00:14Mauser Engagement
  3. 00:27Rifle Staging and Maze Entry
  4. 00:35Maze Navigation and Target Engagement
  5. 03:09Post-Stage Discussion & Personal Injury
  6. 03:49AK Ejection Patterns
  7. 04:13Stage Theming and Props
  8. 04:41Down-loaded Ammunition Preparation
  9. 05:06Stage Completion and Maze Game
  10. 05:13Clearing Spinning Targets
  11. 05:20Performance Comparison
  12. 06:10Rifle Configuration Issues
  13. 06:46Match Design Philosophy
  14. 07:09AK Iron Sights vs. Bore Offset
  15. 08:00Concluding Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Berlin Revisited' stage in the Red October AK 2017 match?

The 'Berlin Revisited' stage involves a crawl through tunnels, engaging a pepper popper with a down-loaded Mauser to activate spinner targets, and then navigating a maze with various paper and moving targets. It's designed to be thematic and challenging for AK platform enthusiasts.

Why was down-loaded ammunition used in the 'Berlin Revisited' stage?

Down-loaded ammunition was used to reduce the velocity and energy of rounds, ensuring safety and compliance with power factor restrictions at the range. This allowed for a more enjoyable and safe shooting experience for all participants.

How does bore offset affect AK shooting in competition?

Bore offset, the difference between the bore axis and the aiming point, can significantly impact accuracy in unorthodox shooting positions. For AKs, this is particularly noticeable when engaging targets at extreme angles or heights, making standard iron sights a crucial consideration.

What makes the Red October match series accessible for AK shooters?

The Red October match series is generally set up with few extremely difficult shooting engagements. This design philosophy allows competitors to successfully complete stages and even win using standard iron-sighted AK platforms, emphasizing practical application.

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