AK Upgrades
All the upgrades I have done to my AKs in chronological order.
Comparison between a wire recoil spring guide (as seen on most all stamped AKs) and a telescopic recoil spring guide (commonly seen on milled AKs). Testing whether there is any noticeable difference in felt recoil, recovery time, and the muzzle rise pattern from shot-to-shot. The two recoil spring guides used for comparison in this video are a Romanian recoil spring guide from a WASR-10/63 and a Bulgarian telescoping recoil spring guide, using standard weight recoil springs in both.
Review of the KNS Precision adjustable gas system/piston on a WASR-10/63 after a few weeks of usage.
Some updates regarding the LBE Unlimited G3 fire control group that I put on my WASR-10/63 a few months back, and discussing how it has held up.
Review of the Reptilia DOT Mount with an Aimpoint CompM5 on a WASR-10/63 after ~1000 rounds fired.
One-month review of a Magpul Zhukov-S stock mounted on a WASR-10/63. Discussing some commonly overlooked points that may cause issues depending on your use case, as well as good points I’ve found so far when using this stock.
Three-week review of Sureshot USA's MK2.1 chassis system mounted on a WASR-10/63 and comparison to other options, specifically Zenitco's system.
First impressions and thoughts on the installation of the SAG USA MK2.1 chassis on a WASR-10/63. Apparent phrase of the video: "That's kinda weird (or odd)"
First impressions of the LBE Unlimited G3 fire control group on a WASR-10/63, which replaced a Tapco G2 trigger I previously had in the rifle.
Further discussion on AK Upgrade Recommendations, this time focusing solely on recommendations for optimizing an AK for left-handed usage and how it differs from my own setup.
Discussing AK upgrade recommendations based on my experiences upgrading my SLR-104FR and changes I’d make if I were to go back and upgrade it again.
Review and installation of the Zenitco B-19 upper handguard/gas tube cover on an Arsenal SLR-104FR in 5.45 x 39mm with comparison to other railed gas tubes for the AK.
AK-12 pistol grip installation on an Arsenal SLR-104FR and comparing it to other pistol grips available for the AK, primarily focusing on the Custom Arms AG-74 as a point of comparison.
Taking a look at the U.S. made clone of the AR-M1 flash hider. This flash hider is made for 24x1.5mm threads but will work on any AK caliber up to 7,62x39. Links AK Muzzle Device Testing: https://youtu.be/OpkbuCjvbJk
A look at the XTech Tactical Grip for the AK rifle, an overall mediocre pistol grip that will work well for some.
Review of the Zenitco PT-3 stock on an Arsenal SLR-104FR in 5.45 x 39mm.
Installation of the Zenitco PT-3 stock on an Arsenal SLR-104FR in 5.45 x 39mm. Going over how to remove your old stock, install a new one, and how to get a better fit if the stock is too tight or too loose on your specific rifle.
Talking about whether the Zenitco KR-1U offset flashlight mount can be used with flashlights other than Zenitco's Zenitca line of flashlights. So far in my experience: No, it can't, though your specific flashlight might fit it. Also, mounting the flashlight on the left rail makes it a bit awkward to get a good grip, another reason I think it'd work well on a top rail offset to the right.
Review of the Zenitco Klesh-1S handgun/pistol light (WML) on a full-size Sig Sauer P320 and comparison between the Klesh-1S and Streamlight TLR-3 pistol flashlight. Comparison includes light spill, color temperature, hotspot, and the photonic barrier effect at distances of 7, 15, and 25 meters.
Installation and review of the Red Fox Arms AK front sight post in the red color.
Installation and first impressions review of the Custom Arms AG-74 PRO pistol grip on an SLR-104FR rifle replacing my previous FAB Defense AGR-47 pistol grip.