Is the AK-50 Any Good? Brandon Herrera’s Monster

This video showcases functional miniature AK-47s and a watch gun, both firing 2mm pinfire rounds. Brandon Herrera demonstrates their surprisingly effective penetration power, even through a White Claw can. The review delves into the history of pinfire technology and the intricate loading process for these unique firearms.

Brandon Herrera details the 8-year development of the AK-50, a custom .50 BMG rifle based on the AK-47 platform. The project overcame significant engineering challenges, including the Square-Cube Law, leading to multiple design iterations. The final V3 model successfully fired 10 consecutive .50 BMG rounds, demonstrating manageable recoil even when shoulder-fired.

This review of Brandon Herrera's AK-50, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details the ambitious 10-year project. The AK-50 leverages a robust AK design aesthetic while incorporating significant modifications for .50 BMG. Key features include a monolithic aluminum handguard, a unique dual recoil spring system, and the integration of parts from other firearms like the PK machine gun and Mag 58 to manage the powerful .50 caliber round.

Brandon Herrera reviews his first AK, the Hungarian AMD-65, a compact variant designed for armored troops and paratroopers. He details its unique features like the wire folding stock, exposed gas tube, and aggressive muzzle brake that significantly reduces recoil but creates a large flash. The video also covers practical issues such as magazine compatibility with the forward pistol grip and the speaker's early modification mistakes.

This review delves into the Romanian PAR-1, a unique pump-action variant of the AK-47. Brandon Herrera explains its mechanical operation, highlighting how it bypasses the gas system for manual cycling. The video also touches on the PAR-1's historical context as a workaround for import laws and its compatibility with standard AK furniture and magazines.

The CMMG Mk47 Mutant is a hybrid AR-15 platform chambered in 7.62x39mm, designed to reliably handle AK magazines and cartridges. It features an AR-10 style bolt carrier group for durability and uses an AK-style paddle magazine release. While lacking a last-round bolt hold open, it's praised for its effectiveness and fun shooting experience, especially in full-auto.

This video explores the AirForce Texan SS, a suppressed .45 caliber big bore air rifle, and the Sam Yang Dragon Claw .50 caliber air rifle. It highlights how these powerful airguns, despite their significant energy output (around 500 ft-lbs for the Texan SS), are not legally classified as firearms, allowing their integrated suppressors to bypass NFA regulations. The review includes sound comparisons, accuracy tests at 100 yards, and penetration demonstrations, showcasing their surprising effectiveness.

This video features former Special Operations sniper Nicholas 'The Reaper' Irving demonstrating various firearms and sharing combat insights. Key takeaways include the performance of the Barrett M107A1 and SR-25, the extreme recoil of the S&W 500 Magnum, and the effectiveness of .50 BMG rounds against an engine block. Irving's expertise as a decorated sniper significantly enhances the technical depth of the content.

This expert guide details the dangerous consequences of firing incorrect calibers in handguns, as demonstrated by firearms instructor Matt Carriker. It covers firing .380 ACP in a 9mm, 9mm in a .40 S&W, and .223 Remington in a .40 S&W, highlighting malfunctions like failure to cycle, bulged casings, and blown-out necks due to improper headspacing and lack of chamber support. The video emphasizes the critical importance of using the correct ammunition for firearm safety and function.

This review by Demolition Ranch tests the ballistic resistance of Flex Tape against various firearms, including the FN PS90 and CZ Scorpion. The experiment demonstrates that even significant layers of Flex Tape are easily penetrated by common calibers, highlighting the limitations of improvised ballistic materials. The video features expert handling and detailed explanations of firearm mechanics and ballistics.