Rifle Dynamics' Red October AK 2017 - Stage 9: Stab-Run-Tower!

The Comrade Cup was an eight-stage AK-centric competition held at Bone Valley Range. The event featured diverse stages, including long-range engagements, barricade shooting, and unique props like jet skis and pontoon boats. The competition emphasized fun and themed elements, encouraging costumes and a relaxed atmosphere alongside challenging shooting scenarios. The prize table included a random draw, adding an element of excitement for all participants.

This recap of Kalash Bash 2026, dubbed 'Water World', details the challenges and triumphs of the event, primarily focusing on the significant rainfall and its impact on competitors, organizers, and the venue. Key discussions include the resilience of attendees, the innovative stage designs by Match Director Devin Axton, and the overall positive spirit despite adverse weather. The event celebrated various shooting disciplines, including PCC, rifle, and sub-gun matches, with notable performances and awards.

This guide details the basic operation and live-fire demonstration of the Hungarian FEG SA 85M rifle. It covers safe loading procedures, target engagement at an outdoor range using standard iron sights, and observation of the rifle's cycling action. The demonstration emphasizes proficient shooting technique and safe firearm handling, as presented by a knowledgeable enthusiast.

This video presents a head-to-head competition between the PSA AK-V and the Riley Defense Krink-style AKs at the Texas Kalashnikov Match. Both firearms were tested on iron sights across four stages, demonstrating reliability and competitive performance. The Riley Defense 7.62x39 model ultimately won the match overall, with both American-made Krink variants proving capable in a competitive environment.

This video features a live Q&A with AK builder Mario Parada (AK Poppy) of SOF Defense. The discussion covers his new business, AK building philosophy, competitive shooting experiences at Kalashtagon, and insights into the AK community. Mario shares his journey from banker to head gunsmith at Lee Armory, emphasizing the importance of building and shooting his own creations to understand performance. He details his success at Kalashtagon, including winning multiple divisions with a self-built 5.56 AK, and discusses the event's challenging stages, culture, and areas for improvement. The conversation also touches on the stigma surrounding sponsored shooters and the nuances of AK platform development.

This video details a shooting challenge featuring the AKM and M14 rifles at distances of 300m and 500m respectively. Participants engage targets with 5 rounds per rifle, emphasizing deliberate fire. The challenge includes tie-breaking rules and highlights the importance of proper sight adjustment for different ranges. Scores are based on the number of hits.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.