Midwest Industries Alpha Series First Looks

Published on May 3, 2023
Duration: 19:16

This video provides a first look and installation guide for the Midwest Industries Alpha Series AK furniture. The presenter details the handguard's M-LOK and Picatinny options, the T1-footprint optics mount with co-witness capability, and the adjustable stock. Installation is described as relatively straightforward, with minor fitting potentially required for the handguard on stamped receiver AKs.

Quick Summary

The Midwest Industries Alpha Series AK furniture offers an M-LOK handguard (10"/6"), a T1-footprint optics mount for co-witness, and an adjustable stock. Installation is relatively quick, around 30 minutes, though minor fitting may be needed for stamped receivers. It's a more accessible alternative to Zenitco but comes at a higher price point ($500-$600 for a full set) and is currently limited to stamped AKs.

Chapters

  1. 00:55Midwest Industries Alpha Series Intro
  2. 02:32Alpha Rail Features (Lengths, M-LOK)
  3. 04:16Red Dot Optics Mount Options
  4. 05:49Alpha Stock Features (Adjustability)
  5. 07:40Installation Process Overview
  6. 08:43Optics Mount Installation Tip
  7. 09:39Stock Installation Details
  8. 10:50Post-Installation Experience
  9. 11:56Downsides of the Alpha Series
  10. 13:40Cost of the Alpha Series
  11. 15:53Final Considerations (Cleaning Rod, Receiver Types)
  12. 17:16Viewer Engagement & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Midwest Industries Alpha Series AK furniture?

The MI Alpha Series includes an M-LOK handguard available in 10-inch and 6-inch lengths, a T1-footprint optics mount allowing for co-witness, and an adjustable stock for length of pull and comb height. It draws aesthetic inspiration from Zenitco but offers its own design elements.

How difficult is the installation of the MI Alpha Series AK furniture?

Installation is generally straightforward, taking around 30 minutes. The handguard may require minor fitting on stamped receiver AKs, but it's significantly easier than installing Zenitco handguards, which can take hours.

What are the main advantages of the Midwest Industries Alpha Series AK furniture?

Advantages include improved ergonomics with an adjustable stock, enhanced accessory mounting via M-LOK and Picatinny rails, and the ability to mount optics with co-witness capability. It's also presented as a more accessible alternative to hard-to-find Zenitco parts.

What are the limitations or downsides of the MI Alpha Series AK furniture?

The primary downsides are its high cost, with a full setup potentially costing $500-$600, and limited availability due to popularity. Currently, the handguards are only compatible with stamped receiver AKs, not milled ones like the SAM7 or Zastava.

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