DDI Hammer Forged AK-47; The First 1,000 Rounds! (HD)

Published on January 14, 2017
Duration: 10:34

This video details a 1000-round endurance test of a DDI Hammer Forged AK-47, including baseline accuracy tests with different ammunition types. The rifle demonstrated good reliability, with only two malfunctions attributed to a specific lot of Silver Bear ammunition. Internal components showed expected wear after the test, with the hammer-forged bolt and trunion holding up well. The reviewer also discusses the rifle's features, such as its side-folding stock and US-made furniture.

Quick Summary

The DDI Hammer Forged AK-47 successfully completed a 1000-round test, demonstrating good reliability with only two malfunctions attributed to a specific lot of Silver Bear ammunition. Accuracy was measured at 2 inches with Wolf FMJ and 3 inches with Red Army Standard at 100 yards. Internal components showed expected wear, with hammer-forged parts holding up well.

Chapters

  1. 00:23Introduction & Test Plan
  2. 00:47Baseline Accuracy Test Setup
  3. 01:42Wolf Ammo Accuracy Results
  4. 01:51Red Army Standard Accuracy Test
  5. 02:13Accuracy Results Comparison
  6. 02:40Commencing 1000 Round Test
  7. 04:32Post-1000 Round Inspection
  8. 04:37Ammunition Fired During Test
  9. 05:03Malfunction Analysis (Silver Bear)
  10. 05:35Rifle Features & Build Quality
  11. 05:59Side Rail & Magazine Fit
  12. 06:33Muzzle Device & Gas Block
  13. 06:56US-Made Furniture & Hammer Forging
  14. 07:14Top Cover & Recoil Spring Inspection
  15. 07:30Bolt & Carrier Inspection
  16. 08:01Bolt Tail & Trunion Inspection
  17. 08:22Trigger & Gas Tube Inspection
  18. 08:47Lower Handguard & Gas Block Corrosion Check
  19. 09:02Overall Assessment & Future Plans
  20. 09:21Front Sight Zero
  21. 09:38Conclusion & Next Steps

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the DDI Hammer Forged AK-47 perform in a 1000-round test?

The DDI Hammer Forged AK-47 completed a 1000-round test with only two malfunctions, both failures to feed attributed to a specific lot of Silver Bear ammunition. The rifle demonstrated good accuracy and its internal components showed normal wear.

What was the accuracy of the DDI AK-47 with different ammunition types?

At 100 yards, the DDI AK-47 achieved a 2-inch group with Wolf 123-grain FMJ steel-case ammo and a 3-inch group with Red Army Standard brass-case ammo. This indicates solid accuracy for an AK platform.

Did the DDI AK-47 experience any significant wear after 1000 rounds?

After 1000 rounds, including corrosive ammunition, the DDI AK-47's hammer-forged bolt, trunion, and carrier showed normal wear. The reviewer found no significant issues with these critical components.

What types of ammunition were used in the DDI AK-47 1000-round test?

The test included Yugo M67 corrosive ammo, Silver Bear, Red Army Standard brass-case, and Wolf 123-grain FMJ steel-case ammunition. Most of the rounds fired were Wolf FMJ.

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