How Many Aks Do I Have?

Hickok45, a respected firearms instructor, reviews his personal AK collection, focusing on reliability and preferred calibers. He highlights the Arsenal SAM7SF with its milled receiver as his top pick, valuing its stability and smooth shooting characteristics. The video offers insights into the nuances of different AK variants and the enduring appeal of the 7.62x39mm cartridge for the platform.

The Arsenal SGL20, a Russian Saiga converted by Arsenal, is a sought-after 7.62x39mm AK variant. This review highlights its reliable performance, preference for the 7.62x39mm caliber, and the ergonomic improvements offered by modern accessories like Krebs Custom peep sights. While no longer produced, it remains a fun and dependable rifle.

This review compares the Arsenal SGL-20 and WASR 10/63 AK-47 variants. While the WASR is a more budget-friendly option with potential cosmetic issues like canted sights, it remains reliable. The Arsenal SGL-20 offers superior fit, finish, and authentic Russian components, justifying its higher price. Both rifles are deemed exceptionally reliable and fun to shoot, with the final choice depending on budget and personal preference.

This short showcases the historical 1855 Springfield rifle musket firing a .58 caliber Minie ball. It demonstrates the traditional muzzle-loading process with black powder and a percussion cap. The video highlights the satisfying impact on a gong, offering a glimpse into historical ballistics and firearm handling.

This review covers the Uberti reproduction of the 1860 Henry Rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the first successful lever-action. It details the unique loading mechanism, design flaws like the open magazine, and its evolution from Volcanic Arms to the Winchester 1866. The video demonstrates its rapid-fire capability and discusses its legacy as a precursor to modern lever-action firearms.

The 500 S&W Magnum, built on the X-frame, is a handgun designed for extreme power, dwarfing the .44 Magnum. It demonstrates significant recoil and impressive penetration capabilities, capable of passing through over 2,100 pages of a medical textbook. While not ideal for precision shooting due to blast and recoil, it serves as a powerful novelty or specialized hunting tool.

This video features a detailed look at a Mauser Kar 98K BYF 43, showcasing its historical significance and practical performance. Hickok45 demonstrates its accuracy on steel targets, discusses its all-matching condition, and explains the functionality of stripper clips for reloading. The review also touches on the rifle's historical context, the Mauser bolt-action design's influence, and the 8mm Mauser caliber's characteristics.