Did America Just Make a Better AK47?

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  • @alexm566
    @alexm566 2 місяці тому +5692

    Respect for not disabling or deleting the comments

    • @PopnGlock19
      @PopnGlock19 2 місяці тому +404

      @@4x4Tahoe yes, because I’m sure you’re the peak of masculinity… and not just a keyboard warrior seeing how far you can throat content creators

    • @FILIPLAMBOV
      @FILIPLAMBOV 2 місяці тому +126

      He blocked me on instagram for a mild joke lol

    • @OfficialFedHater
      @OfficialFedHater 2 місяці тому +52

      @@FILIPLAMBOV Same lol

    • @realization2013
      @realization2013 2 місяці тому +29

      Haha that touched a nerve huh??? Lol​@@PopnGlock19

    • @FILIPLAMBOV
      @FILIPLAMBOV 2 місяці тому +2

      @@OfficialFedHater it’s all good tho 😂

  • @victorwagner2423
    @victorwagner2423 2 місяці тому +7463

    "Did America Just Make a Better AK47?"
    Yeah, it's called AK50

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +1887

      calling, Brandon Hererra

    • @lancebangwell
      @lancebangwell 2 місяці тому +381

      ​@GarandThumb he's studying for the ATF

    • @pedrocruz4710
      @pedrocruz4710 2 місяці тому +397

      Vote for Brandon! Director of ATF

    • @chibineo24
      @chibineo24 2 місяці тому +91

      But never forget "creeeeed"

    • @Bill-mj8hf
      @Bill-mj8hf 2 місяці тому +85

      Let's Go Brandon Herrera! 😂

  •  2 місяці тому +509

    "Make sure that you're not an idiot". Best life advice I've seen in a while.

    • @dublinerscraic7946
      @dublinerscraic7946 Місяць тому +11

      pot, kettle, black

    • @FoxJones-d3e
      @FoxJones-d3e Місяць тому +5

      It’s much easier said then done 😮‍💨

    • @DGonz0-
      @DGonz0- Місяць тому +6

      “Whenever I’m about to do something, I think, “Would an idiot do that?” And if they would, I do not do that thing.”
      ― Dwight Schrute

    • @ModernArcher262
      @ModernArcher262 Місяць тому

      Wish I could have followed this mantra more often in my life 😏

  • @tyrantkiller5388
    @tyrantkiller5388 2 місяці тому +5741

    Ghenghis Thumb

    • @MotherGunner
      @MotherGunner 2 місяці тому +91

      Garand Holmes!

    • @Seyweld98
      @Seyweld98 2 місяці тому

      The French Revolution was not a good thing

    • @DronesUnder2A
      @DronesUnder2A 2 місяці тому +7

      1 in 💯

    • @EJ0107
      @EJ0107 2 місяці тому +14

      You gerrit? If you dont gerrit forget about it😂😂

    • @mikemadrid9973
      @mikemadrid9973 2 місяці тому +4

      😂😂😂

  • @10-8overland
    @10-8overland 2 місяці тому +2024

    Encouraging the comments is wild. Guess he’s still hard. I mean going hard, I mean……

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +1370

      it's all ogre now

    • @10-8overland
      @10-8overland 2 місяці тому +111

      @ G-Thumb is love. G-Thumb is life. I do it for G-thumb.

    • @SalamiCellar
      @SalamiCellar 2 місяці тому +44

      ​@@GarandThumb it's not ogre, it's never ogre

    • @Ct125dude
      @Ct125dude 2 місяці тому +28

      ​@@GarandThumbthis is my swamp now

    • @ShadowReaper-pu2hx
      @ShadowReaper-pu2hx 2 місяці тому +3

      I am too.

  • @tronosneoauror
    @tronosneoauror 2 місяці тому +259

    Man, I love the classic review format. Thanks for bringing it back.

    • @erichill5762
      @erichill5762 Місяць тому

      What do you mean?

    • @tronosneoauror
      @tronosneoauror Місяць тому +2

      @@erichill5762 He'd been doing reviews from Garand Ranch. He is back on this black room and doing the "if you X, hit the subscribe"

  • @MrR1PP3R
    @MrR1PP3R 2 місяці тому +684

    Cant Believe Mike had to get Admin in to do the body double for the drills, he did state a younger and better looking...

  • @SnipsTAC
    @SnipsTAC 2 місяці тому +2817

    Micah was traded in the divorce for a mosin negant

    • @toothnfang69
      @toothnfang69 2 місяці тому +77

      Underated comment.

    • @nobodyspecial1852
      @nobodyspecial1852 2 місяці тому +29

      Was it 100%, a wonderful arsenal refurbishment or an oddball rare configuration?

    • @HAVOC6A
      @HAVOC6A 2 місяці тому +46

      Good trade if it’s a Finnish one

    • @Veritas925
      @Veritas925 2 місяці тому +8

      hopefully the most godforsaken sporterized, will never see the light of day on this channel, Mosin Negant.

    • @agent_unwept1469
      @agent_unwept1469 2 місяці тому +4

      Nagant

  • @ConsensusX
    @ConsensusX 2 місяці тому +1438

    Respect for not turning off comments, or turning off likes/dislikes. The rest of us are just here for gun content, not family drama.

    • @Happ_dad_ttv
      @Happ_dad_ttv 2 місяці тому +27

      Exactly.

    • @skinwalker69420
      @skinwalker69420 2 місяці тому +111

      The drama is really fucking funny though, bro got outed as the most HARDCORE kind of gooner

    • @Brock_Samson1776
      @Brock_Samson1776 2 місяці тому +11

      Yeah we are grown men not dudes with daddy issues…thanks man…do you!

    • @petrikchamula1670
      @petrikchamula1670 2 місяці тому +41

      i'm slow, whats going on??

    • @horsemeat1776
      @horsemeat1776 2 місяці тому +5

      @@skinwalker69420 What's wrong with gooning?

  • @Ewayne2010
    @Ewayne2010 2 місяці тому +1982

    This video got me pregnant

    • @thePreparedFather
      @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +15

      😂😂😂 omg

    • @reedehinger2636
      @reedehinger2636 2 місяці тому +19

      was gonna like this but... I don't want to change the number

    • @DocMitchell69
      @DocMitchell69 2 місяці тому +42

      Did it leave you though?

    • @kananisha
      @kananisha 2 місяці тому +1

      😂😂😂

    • @mayalman
      @mayalman 2 місяці тому +25

      Your body Garand’s choice…

  • @RickGomez-c3u
    @RickGomez-c3u 2 місяці тому +783

    Never write comments, but this man has entertained me through some pretty rough times in my life: stressing about money, relationships, etc. Working in the medical field with COVID patients and hearing extreme views from both sides. I always knew I could go on break to my zen garden and see well produced Garand Thumb.
    Your fast as F Boi Staccato video sparked the 2011 flame. Still here for you, Mike!

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +318

      Thanks, man. I try to make the best content I can.

    • @Rich.is.Stitch
      @Rich.is.Stitch 2 місяці тому +7

      Thank you for being you Rick

    • @sicituradastra9216
      @sicituradastra9216 2 місяці тому +6

      ​@@GarandThumbWe're glad you're continuing. I've enjoyed your content for several years now. My ex gf used to tell me to turn your videos down because the continual shooting drove her nuts. Keep it up.

    • @Sryofcrv1
      @Sryofcrv1 2 місяці тому +1

      simperoni

    • @DragonsBeard444
      @DragonsBeard444 2 місяці тому +5

      I agree, the algorithm led me to this channel when I was having a very rough time also. I like the return to the older video format here. Sigma Thumb

  • @sagar42095
    @sagar42095 Місяць тому +3

    My dawg awesome video

  • @Sikdomeshot
    @Sikdomeshot 2 місяці тому +2785

    Do not come. Do not come.

  • @88kar88
    @88kar88 2 місяці тому +504

    I like the return to classic, old school, Garand Thumb format.

    • @88kar88
      @88kar88 2 місяці тому +9

      @@katieneubaum4284 oh yeah my dude you look away for a second and there's like ten seasons of spanish soap operas you missed

    • @ZeroThreeSportyC
      @ZeroThreeSportyC 2 місяці тому +1

      I do agree, love the older style vids too

    • @hopper131
      @hopper131 Місяць тому +8

      The format change is due to a loss of team members, forcing the reversion.

    • @johnnyG780
      @johnnyG780 Місяць тому +2

      Well, everyone else seems to have left his crew.

  • @TheNumbersPerson
    @TheNumbersPerson Місяць тому +51

    Didn't even know about the external drama until I saw the comments section, keep making good content and just living life and plenty of us will continue enjoying said good content and supporting you doing so. That's how it's supposed to work.

    • @saberflavor2592
      @saberflavor2592 Місяць тому +1

      What happened now?

    • @analogludite9575
      @analogludite9575 Місяць тому

      👆 What he said, ditto me. We're with you, Mike.👍

    • @saberflavor2592
      @saberflavor2592 Місяць тому

      @ well that’s non of our business, and we will never know if that’s true or not.

  • @11chaseWINDU
    @11chaseWINDU 2 місяці тому +1521

    "this rifle does run about $2300" *closes youtube*

    • @Guns-n-Whiskey
      @Guns-n-Whiskey 2 місяці тому +59

      It’s not that expensive.

    • @andyh3446
      @andyh3446 2 місяці тому +45

      ?@@Guns-n-Whiskey😮

    • @hehe8231
      @hehe8231 2 місяці тому +157

      Mr deep pockets over here​@@Guns-n-Whiskey

    • @Guns-n-Whiskey
      @Guns-n-Whiskey 2 місяці тому +19

      @@andyh3446 I have several firearms that are easily double the price.

    • @andyh3446
      @andyh3446 2 місяці тому +255

      @@Guns-n-Whiskey I have many leather bound books. My office smells of rich mahogany.

  • @stevenwood1021
    @stevenwood1021 2 місяці тому +710

    Thank you for finally going back to your old format. 👏🏽👏🏽

    • @stever8776
      @stever8776 2 місяці тому +21

      Yes! Straight forward. Hits all the important informage. Good points. Plus areas CMMG could easily improve. With very little production changes. But I still prefer how FAL gas adjustments are. Plus on some you have marking to tell which gas port you have selected.
      Plus there the he including his trade to butt.
      Butt no compartments for Marines to store their crayons!

    • @maxchalice5625
      @maxchalice5625 2 місяці тому +14

      Back to flannels and no blue filters on the freaking b-roll👍👍

    • @ConsensusX
      @ConsensusX 2 місяці тому +26

      More mature gun content, I love it! The channel was going in the wrong direction with those other guys.

    • @forsakenace9577
      @forsakenace9577 2 місяці тому +6

      @@ConsensusXno it wasn’t

    • @georgejoseph4164
      @georgejoseph4164 2 місяці тому

      @@stever8776 Yeah the FAL/SLR gas plug was the best.

  • @jmartinson5591
    @jmartinson5591 2 місяці тому +31

    There's no other channel that makes me want more weapons and a range more that Garand Thumb.

  • @littlezero6399
    @littlezero6399 2 місяці тому +101

    I bought one of these to be my main rifle over my SGL-21 but I went with the 16 inch. I opted for a 4x .300blk Trigicon ACOG. Cons: came with plastic tabbed Pmags for a 2k rifle. Mine did not come with a tool to adjust the gas. The gun is very expensive. Pros: Shoots on average an inch tighter group than my SGL. I feel much more confident taking shots. All the other pros were mentioned in the video.
    Overall I love it. Seems just as reliable as my AK. In my opinion, much more accurate. If you can afford one, AK guys will not be disappointed. Was nice to be able to use the same magazines and ammo I already invested in. Just don't tell the wife what it cost.

    • @Sneakshot88
      @Sneakshot88 2 місяці тому +8

      This is already a sacred man rule.. NEVER tell the wife what it costs!!

    • @helives2630
      @helives2630 Місяць тому +5

      My wife knows what everything costs. No secrets amongst us, we're friends.

    • @zchris87v80
      @zchris87v80 7 днів тому

      Sounds like you don't need that Arsenal anymore, just saying. If it's a Izzy base, I know of someone interested.

  • @hedonisticpunkvatos
    @hedonisticpunkvatos 2 місяці тому +42

    My fave thing is when pointing out the possible flaws or things you'd change and explain why. Just shows legit thought and expertise. Keep on keeping in GT!

  • @eddie3163
    @eddie3163 2 місяці тому +75

    Put a Rare BREED trigger in there.

  • @Jtal-2000
    @Jtal-2000 2 місяці тому +451

    With all things considered even with the drama I’m happy to see the old school style of video back personally. Always miss the “let’s ghost this trigger together” and the unchained melody remark.

    • @ContentEnjoyer-gm3ky
      @ContentEnjoyer-gm3ky 2 місяці тому +40

      From the way i see it, many UA-camrs were exposed as child predators. Trust me, there is much worse out there.

    • @user-wy2fu4un8r
      @user-wy2fu4un8r 2 місяці тому +9

      There was a post on the Reddit that said GT would go back to the basics of the channel after this whole Drama to try to keep the fans

    • @Jtal-2000
      @Jtal-2000 2 місяці тому

      @@ContentEnjoyer-gm3ky 100%

    • @nonow1353
      @nonow1353 2 місяці тому +24

      What happened? Oh wait i dont care

    • @stephenhood2948
      @stephenhood2948 2 місяці тому

      @@user-wy2fu4un8r Reddit is the literal sewer of the Internet.

  • @adamsearle4823
    @adamsearle4823 2 місяці тому +209

    Nice to see you doing a gun review in the office again … kinda miss the old episodes like that…

    • @jflamen
      @jflamen 2 місяці тому +17

      It is where he sleeps now

    • @t4cot4ctical
      @t4cot4ctical 2 місяці тому +10

      I already miss Micah and Charlie

    • @merdicmagic6171
      @merdicmagic6171 2 місяці тому +1

      Its the most boring kind

  • @5fishyfingers155
    @5fishyfingers155 Місяць тому +5

    An amazing bit of content, seemingly an even better weapon system. The cherry on the cake is the dad advice. Words of wisdom my friend.

  • @rabidc0d3r25
    @rabidc0d3r25 2 місяці тому +513

    1:47 so weird not to hear Micah’s “PRIMARRY AARRMMS” 😂

    • @RunningWithSauce
      @RunningWithSauce 2 місяці тому +9

      Sad really. Why'd he bail?

    • @rabidc0d3r25
      @rabidc0d3r25 2 місяці тому +8

      @ he left? I thought it was just a video without him?

    • @PrometheusAllHail
      @PrometheusAllHail 2 місяці тому +32

      ​@@RunningWithSauce He left to pursue his own filming career as far as I know / saw

    • @boostedbadboyzx12r31
      @boostedbadboyzx12r31 2 місяці тому +9

      ​@@PrometheusAllHailnah man.. he bailed

    • @FishFind3000
      @FishFind3000 2 місяці тому +17

      @@jamesporter1653probably counted afford to keep him hired since she’s taking half his stuff plus child support.

  • @imperialofficer6185
    @imperialofficer6185 2 місяці тому +540

    Dude has more sponsors than a NASCAR driver

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +590

      if u don’t use mantis well then f*** you. ricky bobby

    • @imperialofficer6185
      @imperialofficer6185 2 місяці тому +34

      @@GarandThumb omg garand thumb hiiii uwu

    • @bigk5746
      @bigk5746 2 місяці тому +33

      He also has kids in multiple trailer parks like a NASCAR driver too.

    • @danielduncan6806
      @danielduncan6806 2 місяці тому

      Never been to a NASCAR race, or seen one on television, huh?

    • @0mniVerse777
      @0mniVerse777 2 місяці тому +12

      ​@@imperialofficer6185 blud said "uwu"💀

  • @leonardoduarte9689
    @leonardoduarte9689 2 місяці тому +8

    It would be quite interesting to see a video testing the limits of this rifle, whether in terms of the number of shots fired until the equipment can no longer handle it, or in terms of temperature and dirt.

  • @Gabe-vj5ho
    @Gabe-vj5ho 2 місяці тому +243

    Mike switches to range footage and suddenly its "Welcome to Administrative Results" 🤣

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +176

      we do a little tomfoolery

    • @iKAZAKHSTANgaming
      @iKAZAKHSTANgaming 2 місяці тому +15

      @@GarandThumb Bad boy counter

    • @mniakan754
      @mniakan754 Місяць тому +3

      Gentlemen I know you’re sitting on your toilet, eating your coffee and drinking your toast

  • @AnonXio
    @AnonXio 2 місяці тому +377

    I have never seen a man get roasted on YT and have such good humour and polite retorts. Life is complicated. I am no hypocrite. Allowing this comment section, hey you might even call it "believing in free speech", something everyone here should be into - you sir Deserve the YT Bronze star.

    • @alca_pwn_2232
      @alca_pwn_2232 2 місяці тому +16

      Glazing.

    • @katieneubaum4284
      @katieneubaum4284 2 місяці тому +13

      What are the details there? What video went wrong? I haven’t watched a video in like 5-6 months so I’m not up to date

    • @AnonymousVenator
      @AnonymousVenator 2 місяці тому +3

      ​@@volovodov Aw that fucking sucks, glad there was no cheating involved at least

    • @ung427
      @ung427 2 місяці тому +1

      We all have lives, and we all love firearms, and firearms are that one love that is always there no matter what shit happens... so be genuine and enjoy.

    • @jadedclone6728
      @jadedclone6728 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@ung427funny you say "be genuine" and GT seems to be doing all but that. Friends leaving his side for it as well.

  • @ebrahimfaiz8522
    @ebrahimfaiz8522 Місяць тому +5

    The gray and black background along with your shirt's color made subdued the look of this killer beauty in the studio. Otherwise, the firearm and its color scheme both seem fantastic. Hitting man sized target at 500 with 11.5 barrel and surplus ammo is simply great.

  • @nextcaesargaming5469
    @nextcaesargaming5469 2 місяці тому +534

    This gun looks like the generic assault rifle in a near-future stealth shooter

    • @DaveandDebe
      @DaveandDebe 2 місяці тому +11

      It's garbage

    • @Max-mm1gt
      @Max-mm1gt 2 місяці тому +57

      @@DaveandDebethere is an entire video explaining why you’re wrong.

    • @ContentEnjoyer-gm3ky
      @ContentEnjoyer-gm3ky 2 місяці тому +19

      Finally, a comment nit talking about the man’s personal issues.

    • @byronhamilton6061
      @byronhamilton6061 2 місяці тому +9

      The lalilulelo?

    • @jostafro4967
      @jostafro4967 2 місяці тому +14

      There is an assault rifle on cyberpunk 2077 that looks exactly like this

  • @muffins3922
    @muffins3922 2 місяці тому +59

    Thank you,
    This feels like your old school videos that I've been missing ❤

  • @Embrachu
    @Embrachu Місяць тому +7

    In the intro portion, with the slow-motion, you can see the magazine slop as he's firing, around the 0:18 mark.

    • @steveniedowicz8335
      @steveniedowicz8335 Місяць тому +2

      Could be an old steel mag. Besides, isn't a little bit of slop in an ak a good Thang😅

    • @CameronCraig-94
      @CameronCraig-94 24 дні тому

      That’s the first thing I noticed

    • @zchris87v80
      @zchris87v80 7 днів тому

      And?

    • @steveniedowicz8335
      @steveniedowicz8335 7 днів тому

      @zchris87v80 you like it a little sloppy huh

    • @zchris87v80
      @zchris87v80 7 днів тому

      @@steveniedowicz8335 I've got an IO inc that I can't fire due to it being a parkerized grenade. I swear the mag moves 15° in each direction when unloaded.

  • @BasementOps
    @BasementOps 2 місяці тому +820

    Flannel daddy plugging holes since 1986..

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +516

      since like 2002

    • @mikeoglesbee6861
      @mikeoglesbee6861 2 місяці тому +132

      but is he forklift certified?

    • @Halozocker104
      @Halozocker104 2 місяці тому

      ​@@mikeoglesbee6861now were asking the real questions

    • @gustavofigueroa3873
      @gustavofigueroa3873 2 місяці тому +22

      @@mikeoglesbee6861 is that even a question?

    • @treestuffer
      @treestuffer 2 місяці тому +22

      @@GarandThumb imagine shelling out the $$$ to crisis management / PR consultant who told you to banter with these comments. lol. lmao even

  • @tylerbryanhead
    @tylerbryanhead 2 місяці тому +94

    0:50 understatement to say the least

  • @WesleyCompton-hy4ur
    @WesleyCompton-hy4ur Місяць тому +5

    Yo all the drama shit I’m just seeing but damn, my parents are going through the same stuff and vids like yours help me a lot just with having some enjoyment. I appreciate it dude. Hope everything works out okay, sending prayers.

  • @TurvisNeckTattoo
    @TurvisNeckTattoo 2 місяці тому +885

    Welcome to paternity Thumb and today we will be learning about Evasion tactics on the ovulating comment sections

    • @thePreparedFather
      @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +36

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +701

      physiognomy checks out

    • @thePreparedFather
      @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +140

      @@GarandThumb you’re being a good sport about this brother

    • @Synthgunner
      @Synthgunner 2 місяці тому +36

      @@GarandThumbLMFAO… epic and apt use of vocabulary

    • @johndecker9983
      @johndecker9983 2 місяці тому +8

      You really put some thought into this comment. It really ought to be pinned. But how many would get it? 🤔 and believe me, I'm no Road Skolar. 😂

  • @thePreparedFather
    @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +599

    You’re being remarkably cool about this comment section. A good roasting sometimes changes your perspective at least it does for me. You’re still a warrior brother

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +479

      nothing but love

    • @Courtesyflush52
      @Courtesyflush52 2 місяці тому +15

      Comments about what?

    • @PhoenixBlaze1776
      @PhoenixBlaze1776 2 місяці тому +137

      ​@@Courtesyflush52 oh bless your heart you sweet summer child 😂😂

    • @thePreparedFather
      @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +63

      @@Courtesyflush52 your innocence will live forever my sweet child

    • @thePreparedFather
      @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +53

      @ yeah I’m sure you’re perfect. Listen white knight, we are all fucked up. We all fall short of what god expects, and he planned for that. “When I asked god for strength he put difficulty for me to overcome” rings true. And like I said ROASTING the dude is something that might change his perspective on his actions as has happened with many of us. Can you imagine losing your family? Because my guess is that pain would drive you to change. Who knows

  • @Daretoshi66
    @Daretoshi66 Місяць тому +1

    Watching GT is like an epic movie with one sole actor who plays hero, villain, antagonist, protagonist, and one cameraman. Bravo!

  • @pachi2800
    @pachi2800 2 місяці тому +85

    Always loved how yall call out your misses instead of editing, good integrity.

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +66

      thanks man!

    • @OFFICIALUND
      @OFFICIALUND 2 місяці тому +77

      From what I understand, most of his problems come from NOT calling the Missus.

    • @ohmylantajawnt
      @ohmylantajawnt 2 місяці тому +15

      ​@@OFFICIALUND gyatt damn

    • @Peculiar_Velocity
      @Peculiar_Velocity 2 місяці тому +7

      @@OFFICIALUND im dead

    • @Nuke-China
      @Nuke-China 2 місяці тому +5

      ​@@OFFICIALUND holy shit

  • @cameraturtle
    @cameraturtle 2 місяці тому +288

    It’s weird to watch these while also living in Idaho because I know exactly when he filmed the intro with the snow flurries 😂

    • @tonkatruck5858
      @tonkatruck5858 2 місяці тому +10

      My boy has a picture of his school buddy/teammate loading his mags for him. Good morning neighbor. It's great being in the freedom state. Zack @ mntns mullet and merica is hiding around here too.

    • @lukefleming3782
      @lukefleming3782 2 місяці тому +2

      ​@@tonkatruck5858I think he's up in Eastern WA

    • @tonkatruck5858
      @tonkatruck5858 2 місяці тому +6

      @lukefleming3782 he recently moved here. Him and I messaged a little. Back a few months ago, one of his videos he stated because his "content" is getting continually legislated against. He was asking viewers if they knew of areas he could film around the greater Boise areas.

    • @lukefleming3782
      @lukefleming3782 2 місяці тому +3

      @tonkatruck5858 oh daaaaaaamn that's awesome news. He seems like a good dude and his content is fantastic

    • @tonkatruck5858
      @tonkatruck5858 2 місяці тому +3

      @lukefleming3782 I really enjoy his content. Some comments on Zack's channel suggested he should gtg with GT when he mentioned his location. I think that would be cool!

  • @MrPackman45
    @MrPackman45 Місяць тому +2

    Respect for going g back to the og video format for a treat

  • @PhileusActual
    @PhileusActual 2 місяці тому +28

    I'm really glad we're getting back to the original style of review and format! It's GT's knowledge and skills that made this channel great!

  • @jeremiahcherry5283
    @jeremiahcherry5283 2 місяці тому +134

    Much respect for keeping it all going, rolling with the comments and even replying.

    • @littletree343
      @littletree343 2 місяці тому +2

      Can someone update me?

    • @jeremiahcherry5283
      @jeremiahcherry5283 2 місяці тому +6

      @ There was some controversy with Garand Thumb and his personal love life.
      Those on UA-cam ready to ditch a creator over the most trivial things have freaked out at what Garand thumb was doing in his personal life as if it applies to the content he makes. Just pointless relationship stuff really. Maybe a pregnancy but it’s not like he broke any laws and it’s not like other folks out there haven’t been involved in what he was supposedly involved in.. (two girls, cheating.. or something of that nature). Ultimately it’s his business.
      Most are surprised to see him allow comments and even reply to many of them despite this supposed “controversy”. In my opinion, what someone does in their own life on their own time outside of the content they make, is their own business. I’m glad others see it that way as well.
      But basically that’s the gist of it. It’s trivial at best.

    • @okthisisepic6161
      @okthisisepic6161 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@jeremiahcherry5283 idk if I would say lying about who and what you are about to make money is a 'trivial' thing

    • @jeremiahcherry5283
      @jeremiahcherry5283 2 місяці тому +1

      @ if that’s the case, almost half of the UA-cam community would fall under that same judgment. Unless he’s shilling, broken products or outright lying about gear then really what he does in his personal life even if he claimed to be traditional and what not is still just his business and for me I go unfazed by that.

    • @okthisisepic6161
      @okthisisepic6161 2 місяці тому +4

      @@jeremiahcherry5283 because you tolerate lies, as you put it lying about 'small' issues means lying about the big issues "gear shilling" etc if you don't see the issues with stuff he's recommended in the past or the company's he leaves as sponsors something Something birds of a feather

  • @gabrielshea4508
    @gabrielshea4508 Місяць тому +2

    Would you buy this over an arsenal?

  • @jebwillsey1524
    @jebwillsey1524 2 місяці тому +50

    Respect for letting the comments go. No one knows other people's situations or lives. Still dig the channel and all the credit to you for pushing forward.

  • @BlindViking
    @BlindViking 2 місяці тому +129

    The comments are the best part of Sunday now 😂😂

    • @LoneWolfe775
      @LoneWolfe775 2 місяці тому +19

      The comments breed entertainment 😂

    • @SabreWolferos
      @SabreWolferos 2 місяці тому +6

      *The Lord watching me go to the comment section right after church* - 😢

    • @Flesh_Wizard
      @Flesh_Wizard 2 місяці тому +1

      I came to the comments fast and couldn't walk afterwards (from laughing on the floor, that is)

  • @DesertTactical
    @DesertTactical Місяць тому +10

    The classic intro and old format just hit right! Refreshing and nice to see. Keep on grinding, GT! Happy Thanksgiving, ya’!!!

  • @cbhowardis
    @cbhowardis 2 місяці тому +189

    “The only transition we like here on Garand Thumb” 😂😂😂

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +186

      just seeing if we can anger absolutely everyone lol

    • @ChemonV69
      @ChemonV69 2 місяці тому +8

      ​@@GarandThumbStill love you, Bro!

    • @infinitesimotel
      @infinitesimotel 2 місяці тому +1

      As it should be everywhere else.

  • @davewebster5120
    @davewebster5120 2 місяці тому +67

    Glad to see you've brought back the "If you've ever..." I missed it.

    • @danilshirnin2406
      @danilshirnin2406 Місяць тому

      "If I go back to the old format will these *ALLEGATIONS* go away?"

  • @cameronhermann9400
    @cameronhermann9400 Місяць тому +1

    Looks nice, glad to hear it’s as reliable as it looks

  • @kingbaldwiniv5409
    @kingbaldwiniv5409 2 місяці тому +36

    That rifle is older than you indicated Mike.
    It was originally the CMMG Mutant, but that had feeding issues and some other warts.
    It's redesign was well merited.

    • @FrankLewis040
      @FrankLewis040 2 місяці тому +1

      Yeah, my mutant hates Laqured ammo. But it'll run regular steel case all day. Not a big deal.

    • @beegees333
      @beegees333 2 місяці тому +3

      PubG still calls it the Mutant

    • @kingbaldwiniv5409
      @kingbaldwiniv5409 2 місяці тому

      @@FrankLewis040 , good to hear. I watched some testing from Gun Tests Magazine where the soft points would have problems on the feed as well.
      I love the rifle and the concept, the reason that I was investigating it was because I wanted one.

  • @oldmanaarbeh5112
    @oldmanaarbeh5112 2 місяці тому +100

    Going with the AR10 bolt was a good move. PSA AR47 had extractor issues that tanked sales and reliability. The the AR10 components the price makes a little more sense.

    • @jacobhill3587
      @jacobhill3587 2 місяці тому +3

      The PSA Gen 1 KS47 was having issues on the gen 2 they added little metal tabs as "mag stoppers" in the front of the magwell so the mag wouldn't rock forward too much dragging on the BCG causing issues. I bought the Gen 2 a couple years ago new it was 7-800 and it ran 9/10 for about 600 rounds before I traded it off.

    • @danielescobar7618
      @danielescobar7618 2 місяці тому

      They have to thin the walls out on the bolt face and extractor too much for x39

    • @Arkeo36
      @Arkeo36 2 місяці тому +1

      The advantage of the ks 47 by psa is that - if the extractor or the bolt or whatever breaks - the parts are available and cheaper to replace than competitors. Otherwise it's an OK rifle but not exceptional, although I like mine a lot so far. I had a case of tula ammo with really deepset primers and I needed a different firing pin (better ammo doesn't need the aftermarket firing pin, but the aftermarket firing pin also hasn't overpenetrated any correctly seated primers so there's no disadvantage), but other than that it's been reliable, relatively light, and pretty accurate too.

    • @codysturgill6653
      @codysturgill6653 Місяць тому

      @@jacobhill3587broke 3 extractors on a gen2 in 1500 rds

    • @Kevingrip
      @Kevingrip Місяць тому

      What brand is this gun

  • @lonestarpatriot876
    @lonestarpatriot876 Місяць тому +4

    I've been a fan of this channel since the beginning. That has not changed! This format is taking me back, and I love it. Stay 💪!

  • @Meyer-gp7nq
    @Meyer-gp7nq 2 місяці тому +119

    I don’t pretend to know Mr thumbs end of the situation but I’m praying for all parties involved. Christ loves you all

    • @r0br33r
      @r0br33r 2 місяці тому +3

      Unless you're an unrepentant sinner 😂😢

    • @RH-om1ph
      @RH-om1ph Місяць тому

      ​@@r0br33rhe still loves you. Where does it say that he doesnt?

  • @averageamerican8607
    @averageamerican8607 2 місяці тому +55

    i unironically just came from the range and forgot mags for one of my guns.

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +48

      Spain without the S

    • @twelvepercentitalian2511
      @twelvepercentitalian2511 2 місяці тому +1

      I’ve done that once before. I pretended like I got an emergency call from my ex-wife and left the range.

  • @jordanpohl6856
    @jordanpohl6856 Місяць тому +1

    there is a follower that locks back ak mags works great if you have a old mags. some new polymer once have a different internal follower geometry so you can't swap it on everything.

  • @burn1bob
    @burn1bob 2 місяці тому +316

    I dont care about your personal life. You are a grown man you are the one that has to live with your decisions. Just keep making good gun videos. I’ll be here to watch.

    • @stephenhood2948
      @stephenhood2948 2 місяці тому +35

      Yep, I don't come here for life guidance, I can handle that on my own.

    • @MuharRajiv911
      @MuharRajiv911 2 місяці тому +1

      Lol men....

    • @trevorshark16
      @trevorshark16 2 місяці тому +14

      He drops LOADS of great gun information. He's always pumping us full of facts.

    • @TheRox0923
      @TheRox0923 2 місяці тому +5

      What happened? I clearly missed something

    • @Xacerbated
      @Xacerbated 2 місяці тому +1

      @@trevorshark16I see what you did there 😂

  • @KabaL970
    @KabaL970 2 місяці тому +42

    The classic intro just feels right.

    • @762x69
      @762x69 2 місяці тому +3

      To be fair the comment section really is OUT of control

    • @strongcontendervideo8906
      @strongcontendervideo8906 2 місяці тому

      @@762x69it truly is

  • @sw-mw7ku
    @sw-mw7ku Місяць тому +2

    Great video. Dad advice was spot on. Have a great holiday season.

  • @SlidingBolt223
    @SlidingBolt223 2 місяці тому +22

    About to eat lunch on a Sunday and a new gun review just dropped. Life is good

  • @KELEVRA004
    @KELEVRA004 2 місяці тому +39

    I have a bolt action CZ that's chambered in 7.62x39 using a euro spec chamber so it is technically designed around steel case ammo. Hornady used to offer a 123gr sst steel case... Man that thing would make 1 ragged hole out of 5 shots at 100 yards. It's a shame they discontinued that ammo

    • @zchris87v80
      @zchris87v80 2 місяці тому +1

      Why not wolf? AAC/PSA was supposed to be making steel cased 308, but that'll probably get here when their G/STG44 does. My 308 AK unfortunately dislikes brass and only likes cheap steel.

    • @KELEVRA004
      @KELEVRA004 2 місяці тому +1

      @zchris87v80 steel case specs are slightly different to brass case specs iirc. I haven't shot that thing in years so idk if the aac ammo will do any good out of it. Probably won't be as good as the hornady stuff but the world may never know.

    • @zchris87v80
      @zchris87v80 2 місяці тому +1

      @KELEVRA004 CZs can be picky though. I thought my vz. 50 was faulty or worn out, but it turns out it only ate euro-spec ammo. PRVI or sellier & bellot fed fine.

    • @Rudyelf1
      @Rudyelf1 2 місяці тому +1

      Try doing a “Mexi-Match” (reloading a steel case) use a Hornady sst 123, and Hornady dies. Obviously you have to drill the flash hole. There is a jig for it. It should surpass the factory stuff.

  • @stirlingparry8022
    @stirlingparry8022 Місяць тому +1

    I love your vids, Grand Thumb. Quality and a good watch.
    You rock our worlds.

  • @someoneelse7724
    @someoneelse7724 2 місяці тому +22

    26:28 Me nodding in agreement after watching UA-cam on the toilet for 26 minutes at 1 in the afternoon

  • @gregoryhelton6646
    @gregoryhelton6646 2 місяці тому +38

    Glad youre hangin in there Dr Thumb. Love and support all the way from Eastern Kentucky. Keep up the weapons reviews, thats how i originally found you.

  • @ExecutiveGuardian
    @ExecutiveGuardian 2 місяці тому +5

    Charging handle on the left. Already a huge W

  • @np8814
    @np8814 2 місяці тому +176

    Garand Thumb thank you for recommending Europa the last battle documentary series, I highly recommend everyone gives it a watch.

    • @AbaGadol420
      @AbaGadol420 2 місяці тому

      So Garand thumb is also spreading antisemitic propaganda? can't say I'm surprised tbh

    • @markrichards7452
      @markrichards7452 2 місяці тому +39

      the brith rates have fallen...
      Billions must breed

    • @Arma_CC
      @Arma_CC 2 місяці тому +12

      honestly thanks GT

    • @RageCreati0n
      @RageCreati0n 2 місяці тому +8

      No way…

    • @karllambert2350
      @karllambert2350 2 місяці тому +2

      Spammer trash

  • @user-kv5lq9xm8c
    @user-kv5lq9xm8c 2 місяці тому +1180

    What’s the breedability of this platform🤔

    • @thePreparedFather
      @thePreparedFather 2 місяці тому +16

      I love you 😂😂😂

    • @Timedelayedfuse
      @Timedelayedfuse 2 місяці тому +29

      Bunch of sheep people parroting the same joke. Weird.

    • @tomtaylor9581
      @tomtaylor9581 2 місяці тому +4

      Is this the tran ny of the gun world 🤔

    • @THESLlCK
      @THESLlCK 2 місяці тому +16

      @@Timedelayedfuse alt account goes crazy

    • @distal_davek9364
      @distal_davek9364 2 місяці тому +26

      @@Timedelayedfusecry about it. I’m sure white knighting for another dude will get you far in life

  • @bobbigonzales4957
    @bobbigonzales4957 Місяць тому +7

    Brandon is foaming at the mouth rn watching this

  • @armorers_wrench
    @armorers_wrench 2 місяці тому +99

    I don't think anyone else would've left the comments on. All I'm gonna say on the matter is--man, remember what you're putting your kids through before you act on impulse. I guess my "dad advice" would be to remember that once a man has children it is no longer about what the man wants but what his kids need. It's none of my business otherwise.

  • @BUZZKILLJRJR
    @BUZZKILLJRJR 2 місяці тому +36

    I'm also glad you talked about heat treatment of the barrel Steel, same thing with buck knives they used 420 stainless but their heat treatment was so good they took a steal that most people hate and think is trash and made it to perform extremely well given how bad of a reputation that kind of stainless has same as the 440.
    I understand that you're talking about a gun barrel versus a knife but it's still relevant because the heat treatment of certain Steels makes a massive difference in performance And Longevity.

    • @nobodyspecial1852
      @nobodyspecial1852 2 місяці тому +1

      Knife forums are full of bad info about metallurgy... go make some and you'll quickly see half of what people parrot about metallurgy is wildly inaccurate. I don't know how that can't translate to barrels and such.

    • @MindBlowerWTF
      @MindBlowerWTF 2 місяці тому +1

      @@nobodyspecial1852 it translates really well. There is bad info about metals and their treatment used in guns as well on the forums :P

    • @hihihihihello
      @hihihihihello 2 місяці тому +2

      You mean there's bad info on forums?????

    • @gabrielemagnabosco8926
      @gabrielemagnabosco8926 Місяць тому

      It is the same exact issue and the same exact fake debate.
      If you don't know how to heat treat supersteels, but can heat treat cheaper steels well, you are golden.
      Properly treated 440C and 1095 (for knives) are more than adequate, for some applications down right perfect, without always resorting to S100V and CPM relics

  • @fear2218
    @fear2218 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for returning to your old format for the review videos

  • @nicholassorensen9035
    @nicholassorensen9035 2 місяці тому +6

    I’ve never been able to get into AKs, I have my reasons. Don’t fault people that like them, simply not for me, I’ve owned 4 and got rid of all of them from PSA to Kreb’s Custom to Norinco to IO.
    I bought a CMMG Mutant, as it was once referred to, and love it. Its recoil is amazing, it’s far more accurate than I EVER expected, and I like the aesthetics. Finally found an “AK” I wanted to keep.

  • @thelolocaust2.022
    @thelolocaust2.022 2 місяці тому +245

    Here we go. Can't wait for the comments

    • @samuel.d9059
      @samuel.d9059 2 місяці тому +25

      Yeah, it’s getting old already.

    • @NewbombedTurk
      @NewbombedTurk 2 місяці тому +9

      @@samuel.d9059Don’t read them, problem solved

    • @samuel.d9059
      @samuel.d9059 2 місяці тому +7

      @@NewbombedTurk I said it was getting old. I didn’t say that it was old yet!

    • @firstnamelastname6216
      @firstnamelastname6216 2 місяці тому

      That and mfs always love to pile on and talk about others and their business, meanwhile ​they themselves have done or are doing God knows what... 😂
      Throwing stones... glass houses... all that stuff, ya know?....@@samuel.d9059

    • @Juliusiezure
      @Juliusiezure 2 місяці тому +2

      ⁠@@NewbombedTurk or don’t watch his videos if you don’t like what he did, to clarify I don’t like it either, but I still enjoy his videos

  • @NA-sb7xz
    @NA-sb7xz Місяць тому +2

    How do you feel about Rarebreed triggers?

  • @9livesspent339
    @9livesspent339 2 місяці тому +8

    Yeah I’ve been watching since I was 16 17 I’m 26 now I’m not goin to stop watching or learning enjoying great content because my man literally crushing it.

  • @James-cr5mc
    @James-cr5mc 2 місяці тому +24

    So i bought a plate carrier from HRT, requested M&Ms and they sent me warheads. Even threw one inside the plate carrier itself.

  • @streetlegal2065
    @streetlegal2065 Місяць тому +2

    That charging handle on the opposite side as the AK is huge. Makes reloading so much easier and faster

    • @sumantochanda2093
      @sumantochanda2093 Місяць тому

      I disagree!
      If it’s a reciprocating handle, then it’s a hazard on the left.
      If it’s non-reciprocating, it’s slightly less hazardous, but you can’t use it as a forward assist.

    • @robreadinger5340
      @robreadinger5340 12 днів тому

      Meh training....much more comfortable with AKs the way it is

  • @michaelgrant5290
    @michaelgrant5290 2 місяці тому +6

    Love the old school format - especially love seeing a great new rifle review. Definitely an intriguing design.

  • @NotHunterCooper
    @NotHunterCooper 2 місяці тому +15

    With the Galil Ace gen 2 consistently around $1,600 right now, I just can't see the reason to pick the Dissent instead

    • @jessesmith5932
      @jessesmith5932 2 місяці тому

      Worddd. Love my Ace Gen 2

    • @Black-nf3tx
      @Black-nf3tx 2 місяці тому +1

      I guess its just Israel made vs US made, if people care about that.

  • @hurrikaneiii
    @hurrikaneiii 2 місяці тому +2

    Do you think it would be too heavy in a 16"?

  • @ghostsofwargow2511
    @ghostsofwargow2511 2 місяці тому +324

    These comments are absolutely outrageous 😂 at least GT is being a good sport about it lol.

    • @GarandThumb
      @GarandThumb  2 місяці тому +307

      lol, that's life

    • @tech6263
      @tech6263 2 місяці тому +17

      @@GarandThumbno factor man. Forge ahead.

    • @salvadormelendez9749
      @salvadormelendez9749 2 місяці тому +21

      @@GarandThumb All I see a lot of jealous betas hating. Keep up the good work.

    • @AnrchyXRY
      @AnrchyXRY 2 місяці тому +35

      @@salvadormelendez9749You wanna explain how disliking a man’s infidelity makes somebody a jealous hater?

    • @activatewindows
      @activatewindows 2 місяці тому +9

      @@GarandThumb “lol, that’s life” 👈 Sociopath response

  • @mattmorrison9379
    @mattmorrison9379 2 місяці тому +16

    Mad respect for not deleting comments. We are all human. People make bad decisions from time to time. It is what it is. He has alot to share lol whats the problem. I know many guys that run like this, but there business isnt public. Well, not quite like this :)

    • @porkerpete7722
      @porkerpete7722 2 місяці тому +3

      ​@mattmorrison9379 he's replying to a lot of the comment with a pretty cool manner. I think he justs accepts it now.

    • @bryanwalsh1107
      @bryanwalsh1107 2 місяці тому +2

      We are all human- and thanks to GT; soon there will be many more of us!

    • @mattmorrison9379
      @mattmorrison9379 2 місяці тому +1

      @@bryanwalsh1107 birthrate is down, mission accepted lol.

  • @Horatio_Jones
    @Horatio_Jones 2 місяці тому +6

    Mike we love you no matter what. Thank you for all the years of entertainment and education. God bless you and your family.

  • @paullane7489
    @paullane7489 2 місяці тому +19

    I feel like GT is back!!! It’s great how you’re embracing the suck in the comments too!!!😂. I’m sure 99% of everybody in here giving you a hard time wants to see you do well. I know I do. 👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸

  • @funwithmagnus8570
    @funwithmagnus8570 2 місяці тому +26

    I just learned something!!! Everything this guy does off camera has no bearing on how I live my life.

  • @ericbergfield6451
    @ericbergfield6451 2 місяці тому +1

    Yeah, my MkGs Banshee in 9mm was a fail when suppressed after shooting ~1k rounds, but I would consider a newer option eventually

  • @velocirapper2165
    @velocirapper2165 Місяць тому +12

    This channel is honestly a
    de-stressor. I love guns and love learning about them all. Great vid man!

  • @12footsativa
    @12footsativa 2 місяці тому +57

    I respect him for continuing his videos and ignoring the nasty comments. These people aren’t morally superior, that’s apparent by their language. Keep up the videos warrior.

    • @trevontellor5109
      @trevontellor5109 2 місяці тому +7

      And neither is he so
      We all lose here lmao

    • @mmsoup
      @mmsoup Місяць тому +3

      ​@@trevontellor5109dunno im here for the guns

    • @popajoekiller
      @popajoekiller Місяць тому

      @@trevontellor5109neither are you so.

  • @shadowmuted-d4h
    @shadowmuted-d4h Місяць тому +1

    People were really trying to click through this video to find content.

  • @tylerriffle1822
    @tylerriffle1822 2 місяці тому +6

    You'll always be my go-to gun channel, keep on keepin' on!

  • @Tyler-xe1ls
    @Tyler-xe1ls 2 місяці тому +87

    Damn last time I came this early I had to pay child support

  • @chrisjongko889
    @chrisjongko889 Місяць тому +1

    Only issues I have had is with the magazines. I’ve used the metal reinforced and plastic pmags. Some magazines don’t seat. Other than that the gun is a wonderful beast.

  • @brianbennett1136
    @brianbennett1136 2 місяці тому +42

    Wait until PSA releases the VUK.

    • @user-xj7kk7rb9p
      @user-xj7kk7rb9p 2 місяці тому +9

      I know the meme's will be great

    • @hstone-kf7su
      @hstone-kf7su 2 місяці тому +4

      Yay more QC returns to process.

    • @travistucker7317
      @travistucker7317 2 місяці тому +3

      Is that supposed to be the Very Ugly Klashnikov?

  • @jollyharris1857
    @jollyharris1857 2 місяці тому +8

    I always appreciate the old format videos GThumb....... Good Stuff

  • @hedonistic1979
    @hedonistic1979 Місяць тому +1

    Tapered cartridge isn’t accurate? How many match cartridges are derived from that case?

  • @FIREFIREBLADE
    @FIREFIREBLADE 2 місяці тому +49

    'the only transition we like here' 😂😂. From over the pond. 🇬🇧

  • @jasonfleming9869
    @jasonfleming9869 Місяць тому +4

    Would the average bullet aficionado know the difference between a 122 and 123 grain projectile? No... but Garand Thumb does @3:55

  • @chrischrisson7921
    @chrischrisson7921 Місяць тому +1

    Don't worry Mike we still got all the love for ya. love the new-old format. Your knowledge about firearms got me into 4k rifles.

  • @pack3rs
    @pack3rs 2 місяці тому +16

    Love a sunday monday Garnad Thumb video

    • @PapaElegua
      @PapaElegua 2 місяці тому +4

      It’s called gun church ;-)