First look at the AK-50 - SHOT Show 2016

This video showcases the custom AK50, a unique .50 BMG rifle designed by Brandon Herrera and tested by Matt Carriker of Demolition Ranch. Carriker demonstrates firing the rifle from a bench rest, highlighting its powerful recoil and the effectiveness of its long-stroke gas piston system. The expert assessment notes Carriker's familiarity with high-caliber recoil and firearm mechanics, providing valuable insights for viewers interested in custom builds and heavy caliber platforms.

This review details the AK-50 Gen 1 Prototype, a .50 BMG rifle built on an AK platform by Brandon Herrera and reviewed by Garand Thumb. The video covers the prototype's construction, including its stamped receiver, scaled-up AK components, and custom parts like the JMac Customs muzzle brake. Range testing reveals initial malfunctions, attributed to over-gassing and a weak magazine catch, highlighting the challenges of scaling the AK design to .50 BMG. The review emphasizes the 'garage build' nature and the need for further development.

Brandon Herrera, a 07 firearms manufacturer and designer of the AK-50, provides an expert analysis of firearms depicted in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He highlights technical inaccuracies in scenes involving the M2 Browning, M16, and M249 SAW, explaining ballistics and firearm mechanics with high authority. The review focuses on the realism of weapon handling, ammunition capacity, and projectile energy in various MCU films.

This video provides an in-depth look at the S&S Street Sweeper, a 12 gauge semi-automatic shotgun. It highlights the unique loading gate, the heavy trigger pull, and the functionality of the folding stock. The discussion also touches on the legal classification of the firearm as a destructive device due to import laws, requiring specific NFA paperwork for civilian ownership.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Czechoslovakian VZ-61 Scorpion submachine gun, focusing on its unique features and historical context. Mark Serbu, a gun designer, shares his excitement about acquiring and demonstrating the firearm, highlighting its 32 ACP caliber, 20-round magazine capacity, and the function of its rate reducer. The video also touches on the availability and cost of parts kits, the craftsmanship involved in its production, and comparisons to other firearms.

Brandon Herrera, the designer of the AK-50, discusses its controversial inclusion in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III as the JAK Cataclysm. He details the extensive development process of his .50 BMG AK and highlights significant design discrepancies between his real-world prototype and the in-game representation, suggesting a potential intellectual property issue. Despite this, Herrera maintains a pragmatic and somewhat flattered perspective on the situation.

This video provides a rapid-fire news update on recent firearm industry releases and recalls. It covers new products from Palmetto State Armory, Springfield Armory, Pointer, and Charles Daly, alongside a Colt CBX recall and new accessories. The host, Jon Patton, offers insights from a position of high authority in firearms media.

This guide, presented by attorney Adam Kraut, clarifies the legal status of 80% lower receivers. It explains that these components are not firearms federally until fully machined and details the regulations surrounding their acquisition, manufacturing, and marking, emphasizing the distinction between personal use and commercial sales. The information is crucial for anyone considering building their own AR-15 platform firearm.

This review of the ATI Omni Hybrid P3P AR-15, priced at $350, details extensive testing including a 1,500-round endurance test, environmental contamination with mud and water, and stress tests. Despite its budget construction featuring polymer receivers with metal inserts and a plastic fire control group, the rifle demonstrated surprising durability, successfully clearing malfunctions like failures to extract via mortaring and continuing to function after being subjected to dirt and water. The review highlights its pinned gas block as a notable feature for its price point, recommending it for casual shooters seeking a low-cost, surprisingly resilient platform.

This video provides an expert legal analysis of a significant court ruling that halted California's ban on 'large capacity' magazines. Attorney Adam Kraut breaks down the legal arguments, the court's reasoning based on Second Amendment protections, and the implications for gun owners in California. The ruling emphasizes the need for robust data to justify firearm restrictions and highlights the importance of legal precedent like the Heller decision.