Will It AK?

Published on November 12, 2018
Duration: 5:50

This video features Brandon Herrera conducting an extreme reliability test on an AKG-47, dubbed the 'Will It AK?' challenge. He intentionally contaminates the rifle's action with various food items, including Easy Cheese, bananas, a ham sandwich, gummy bears, and peanut butter, to see if it will still function. Despite the heavy fouling, the AKG-47 demonstrates remarkable resilience, successfully firing full-auto bursts throughout the test, highlighting the platform's robust design.

Quick Summary

Brandon Herrera's 'Will It AK?' challenge tests an AKG-47's reliability by fouling its action with food items. Despite heavy contamination with Easy Cheese, peanut butter, and more, the rifle successfully fired full-auto bursts, demonstrating the AK platform's renowned durability and robust design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 'Will It AK?' Challenge
  2. 00:59Easy Cheese Test
  3. 01:35Banana Test
  4. 02:04Ham Sandwich Test
  5. 02:42Gummy Bear Test
  6. 03:27Peanut Butter Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Will It AK?' challenge?

The 'Will It AK?' challenge, demonstrated by Brandon Herrera, involves testing the reliability of an AK platform firearm by intentionally introducing various substances, like food items, into its action to see if it will still function.

How did the AKG-47 perform in the extreme reliability test?

The AKG-47 performed exceptionally well, successfully firing full-auto bursts even after its action was heavily contaminated with Easy Cheese, bananas, a ham sandwich, gummy bears, and peanut butter, showcasing the platform's robustness.

What are the key specifications of the AKG-47 tested?

The AKG-47 tested weighs approximately 7.5 lbs, features a 16.3-inch barrel, is chambered in 7.62x39mm, and was shown using a 30-round magazine capacity during the reliability test.

What potential issues were observed during the AKG-47 food test?

During the gummy bear test, a sluggish trigger reset was noted, indicating that even minor obstructions near the disconnector can affect firearm function. This highlights the importance of maintaining a clean action.

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