The evolution of Ron Jeremy and TF-69 lore is amazing. The plot has endless twists and turns and despite it making little to no sense most of the time it is far more engaging and entertaining than most TV shows or movies.
i live in Britain, did 6 years in the army in the 1990's we can't own guns but it's nice to still be in the know about weapons and these videos are awesome for that, cheers mate
The production value is going up. Production value is the quality of the production, production cost is just the videos budget. Many high production cost media is awful and lots of low production cost media (like this) is great. Production value /= production costs :)
This intro is definitive proof that if wizards ever went to war with humans, the wizards would lose so goddamn fast. Also props for playing the Independence Day soundtrack.
@@TechnoMinarchist I mean, unless we're talking about like a forcefield they can still go for headshots. Chances are they wouldn't even see it coming if special forces were sent to hunt them down, they'd be completely camouflaged and get them by surprise.
I have a few AKs, all of them old between 1970 and 1989. There's something cool about how they shoot, all that wood and steel smells and feels really cool. What's awesome about being a red state Constitutional carry resident is that I get to enjoy lots of different weapons between my paltry collection and those of my brother and friends. Feel people are limiting themselves being all AK or all AR all the time, they are both really cool in their own ways. Sort of like going to a buffet at the Bellagio and only eating one thing.
The ak-102 seems like a pretty interesting option, especially where I'm at with winters where it can rain one day and absolutely freeze the next. The biggest question for me is how well it runs different ammo. Hopefully you will talk more about it in the future?
From reliability perspective civilian ak-102 runs perfectly on all but subsonic commercialy avaliabe ammo. But accuracy can vary significantly depending on specific type. 5.56 Saiga's are quite popular in Russia as a hunting carbine due to vide selection of ammo
I had one(sold it because mags were too difficult to find at the time) and it run great. One time I had some faulty Fiocchi rounds that were overpressured and jammed my NEA, I ended up shooting all the rounds with the AK because it got just one jam(two hits at the handle and it was good to go, while the AR15 was a pain in the ass). It wasn't a parts kit but an original Izhmash(I'm not in the US) so that may change for you
Only recently came across your channel after featuring over on matts channel, love your stuff.. Great mix of humour and information! Much respect from the UK, would love to spend a day on the range with you guys.. Perhaps one day when the world is done being so pathetic..
I would absolutely love one of those AK-102’s done up like that. Mainly on the premise of ammo commonality with the rest of my AR’s. Fine looking gun though, for sure.
9 hole reviews recently did an AK accuracy with a Bulgarian 74 with irons and it performed how we all assume AK’s do. However, after they fitted all the zenitco furniture and placed optics on it (I think it was a red dot with a 3x magnifier) it actually preformed far better than an AR-15 with the same modifications. They thought that maybe it was just the optics but also because of how tight the fitment is on the zenitco lower handguard, they think it’s possible that it messed with the harmonics of the barrel which in turn made it that much more accurate. If that’s true, that’s insanely cool
Thank you so much for representing the modern AK platform, as close as you can get to, because Russian Imports are banned here. I was so sick of the, which is better, AR vs AK while the AK version used was the out dated 1947 or 1974 models with furniture. I contacted Rob Ski of AK UNION a while back when you were showing modern AK's and asked him to get in contact with you. Sooooo freaking happy to hear you throwing out props with his channel. I hope you guys can calab on future videos.
Honestly im just incredibly sick of the AK vs AR debate. Ive always fucking hated the debate to begin with. Its preference. And nothing burns me up more then elitists attempting to shout down other peoples preferences just because they think their opinion is the only opinion allowed to have. I love well made firearms regardless of platform. Theres good and bad AKs and ARs.
@@MTFOphantom Same, I just like guns in general. Listening to people fuss about which platform is better can get so incessant and tiresome sometimes. That’s why I have both.
They're both fine. The AR is better for Americans simply because of better parts and ammo availability, especially if SHTF and you're scavenging police armories after all the police have turned into zombies or whatever. In a Red Dawn situation, you're probably better off with AKs and scavenging dead commies after you hit their supply lines. But between the two, I expect literal zombies over paratrooper commies, so the AR wins out. It's simply early mover advantage. The AR was here first, and dominated the market. In other places, with other markets, the AK may be the better choice. I don't have a problem with anyone anywhere buying guns of the opposite type, against local market forces, just as long as you acknowledge and prepare for the downsides of your choice being less popular. And if you own both, even better. One thing I'll add, which is no small point under a Democrat regime or other anti-gun government somewhere: AK 80% lowers are not that easy to turn into actual guns. Unless something has changed, AR lowers are just so much easier to covertly (and legally) proliferate than AKs. If you want to own guns you don't want potential confiscators knowing about, the AR is just the best choice, hands down. Heck, there's a machine you can buy that'll turn a solid block of aluminum (a 0% lower) into a finished AR lower now automatically for you in about 3 hours. We've had automation for finishing 80% lowers for years. AKs, from what I understand, require a lot of special tools.
Привет! Я из России и смотрю твои видео и они очень мне нравятся! Качество съёмки на высоте! Продолжай в том же духе!) И ещё вы мне напоминаете наших 715 Team
When you dropped his head after the “Combat Roll” enlightenment, I knew this was going to be a great video. When it segued from the nuclear explosion to a calm Daddy introduction, it became epic.
Thanks! Excellent video and a very professional review of the AK-105. As the owner of AK-102 and AK-104, I fully agree with all your words. Best Regards from Russia!
Привет. I am american, and I was wondering what gun ownership is like in Russia? Is it easy? Хороший день! (I have no idea if that was correct, I only know a little Russian)
@@mikeyaustin7526 Greetings! Weapons can be purchased from us from the age of 21. You can buy up to 5 shotguns at once. And after five years, 5 more carbines. Pistols are prohibited. The length of the weapon from which you can immediately shoot is no shorter than 80 cm. It is prohibited to fire a burst and the magazine capacity is 10 rounds. To purchase, you need to pass a medical examination, have a gun safe, and undergo training. Sincerely from Russia!
@@mikeyaustin7526 проблемы с получением оружия есть, мало того, что ты должен доказать, что не псих, тебе нужны справки, нужно получить разрешение, купить пушку, сообщить полиции, что ты имеешь оружие и тебя после покупки будут очень часто навещать хранители закона . Ибо у тебя орудие, боевое. Раньше так было, лет 10 назад, только с охотничьим орудием. Но это не охотничьи пушки, а боевые , так что хрен знает, что сейчас , думаю просто нереально
I'm gonna be honest. After a long day at work and finally sitting down to watch this video. While entertaining, Mike's voice has put me to absolute sleep. I don't even remember what happened in the last 15-20 minutes. That just means I'll have to watch it again and I'm ok with that.
I've personally been a fan of the quick disconnect side-rail mount optics for the AK platform. In the event of optic failure, while unlikely, you could pop it off and use the irons.
@@dakotamaiden4331 yes different people like different things but your ideology goes against modern professional rifle handling. The AK series platform has a loose fitting sheet metal dust cover. This section of valuable real estate is impossible to use as a solid mounting surface to retain any type of 'Zero'. This is why the rail riveted to the side of the receiver even exists... Unless you want to have your optic 2 feet in front of your eye hanging off the end of your gun, then you're not going to have comfortable eye relief without some sort of acceptable mounting surface
@@CharlieBarkinTheDog I build guns bro. What you just said is so fucking wrong and 60 years In the past. Zenitco and many others fixed this problem. The future is now
@@dakotamaiden4331 actually it's not wrong. The standard dust cover for an AK is terribly unreliable as an optic mount. You "build guns" but don't understand a basic AK trait? Ofcourse If you throw a Zenitco on the top its going to be better. But none of us in this convo have said anything about zenitco. Once again, the standard stamped steel dust cover on the AK is completely unreliable as an optic mount...............
@@dakotamaiden4331 60 years in the past? I guess people stopped wanting to put optics on AKs....... The stamped Dust cover, side reciever rail, and using proper eye relief are all very much present day things and ideas. Now I'm honestly curious, what exactly about what I said is 60 years in the past? That makes no sense. No matter what upgraded dust cover you buy it still has nothing to do with the fact majority of even modern AK builds use a stamped dust cover and side rail.
im a noob with aks but i could never find a good explanation of a booster muzzle device. This video gave a very good description. thank you for a very informative video
I got the 5.45 bug in 2020 when everytime I'd go into my local gun shops they had stacks of 5.45x39 that never decreased and the price per round was 0.21. I missed shooting my AKM and ARs 2x a week because my ammo stock was getting low while replacement stock was 3x in value. That's how I ended up with my 74 and 6k rnds of 5.45 lmao. As far as I know I'm the only person in this county that has a 5.45 chambered weapon or atleast shoots one regularly enough to be only one to buy 5.45 here. My local shops are still getting in 5.45 at half the cost of 5.56 so I've been getting a ton of time behind it. Now I'm going to have to find a 105 kit to build and God only knows how much I'll spend to achieve that.
@@AhmedRazaAli_2009_pk I would consider selling my 16" AR if I was confident in my long term supply of 5.45, but the dems hatred of Russia and guns over all has me spooked about jumping all in. Otherwise I'd fork up the dough to get a Fuller built one.
My shooting pals thought I was crazy when I bought a S&W AR upper chambered in 5.45x39 but when I took it to the range the first time and they saw how capable the setup is they were saying "how cheap is that ammo again?!?!" I live it and have 2500 rounds right now. I need to pick some more up, I still love my Ak47 and my ARs in 556 but to be able to shoot for that cheap is the best part.
I've been watching for a while but finally subscribed the other day. I'm amazed at the work you went through for your intro. I come for the learning and the amusing intro is icing on the cake.
I happen to watch your videos everytime they pop up on my recommended. since I found your channel about a month ago, I've just been watching and watching the videos. love your stuff ❤
Nice to see people coming around to the 105 idea. I have two 105-ish guns (but with 14.5+pinned barrels because...I'm too lazy for NFA stuff) both built by Jim Fuller maybe 12-13 years ago now. Early adopted to the Kreb's retaining plate, the Tromix charging handle, the Kreb's enhanced safety and my two rifles even feature the Kreb's 105 block they used to make, etc. Been running it for a long time now and they're just incredible rifles. At the time I was dumb enough to spend $300 for proper Russian folding stocks (shortly before they flooded the market). I admit I think the 12.5" AK's are - as you said - basically the perfect short range carbine option. Fold the stock, small package, no real ballistic penalty, etc. Great guns.
@@rodrigocharo5275 As with most AK's, someone will build one for ya - just gotta find a suitable donor gun or parts kit. Apparently PSA is considering building a clone at some point.
It's been a long-time well known secret, that 5.45 is generally more ballistically efficient than 5.56 out of shorter barrels and at longer ranges. It's a great cartridge, imagine if there was the same level of ammunition quality as with it's competitor.
@@gifthorse3675 The third most popular intermediate rifle cartridge in the world is not going anywhere any time soon. It may dry up in the near term - but the medium and long term prognosis is fucking fine. European manufacturers and USA makers will tool up for it - capitalism will conquer the issue. I can go buy a box of 8x64S ammo right now from S&B... Never even heard of that round before two hours ago... American civilian gun owners will buy more 5.45 ammo than some small countries - manufacturers know that - they are just waiting for the cheap Russian import beast to die.
I like to imagine Mike as the guy who shows up to the teams with a new random weapon every week like the guy who's always trading in and buying a new car every few months.
7:30 You can get even as short as a 10 Inch Barrel, the very first Mk18 Mod 0 "Typ 0" were that short, but the problem was, that some muzzle devices did collide with the bayonet lug. There are some very rare examples left of Mk18 with the bayonet lug removed. Later the barrles were cut to 10.3 Inch at the Mk18 Mod 0 "Typ I" later models produced at Colt have 10.5 Inch barrels called Mk18 Mod 0 Typ II.
Colt RO609 XM177E1 and USAF GAU-5 had a 10” barrel in the mid 1960s for a very short production run, but they had the bayonet lug removed from the FSB, as did the 11.5” XM177E2 and GAU-5A/A.
as someone who served and grew up in Africa seeing AKs with every cop, I can say that Ive always been enamored with this weapon system. You can throw this thing in a swamp for 20 years, pull it out and it will still somehow vomit bullets. I met 14yr old boys in the bush herding cattle with nothing but a pair of flip flops and an AK slung arounf their body with a shoe string. The impact this weapon has had on the world is unrivaled compared to any other rifle out there. The reputation it has makes it the GOAT in my opinion.
There is a reason Sig /Swiss Arms develop the 55X series after the AK. I would like to see GT do an ice test on the 55X series… I know we have already seen this test at Jungfrau though ;)
Ah, yes...according to the subtitles the 105's optic was the infamous 'Elk Inspector'. Very rare. Usually only available in Canada. Surprised they sold Elk Inspectors to the Russians. Thought NATO members were forbidden from that sort of thing.
I did chuckle a bit when I saw this rifle the first time. The beer-can muzzle device is around 1.2 pounds by itself. Zenitco furniture isn't lightweight at all...and then an Elcan. That's not the lightest build in the world. :D
@@oskar6661 Newer Zenitco stuff, especially the Sport kits like what's being used here, are actually pretty dang light. Several parts of the handguard in particular are lighter than the factory polymer equivalents. The optic and muzzle device he uses are heavy as fuck, however.
@@oskar6661 The man loves his elcans. He even directly responded to me on instagram with indignation one time when I referred to the Elcan as a brick. Swooped in to defend its honor with "it's not so bad" with a quickness.
I remember a video that klashnikov did were they basically kept of firing one of these things until it died. Shit went through 2000 rounds in one session and by that point it was still working. By far one of the best AK's out there
@@TheRifild Original statement was a guy claimed that a AK could fire 2,000 before failure, and I'll say again it's BS, your not going to do 2,000 rounds in mag dumps without failure, It's that simple.
What's most important with this handguard (and top cover in complex) is that it was designed to solve long-stayed retaining zero problem on an AK's that weren't factory designed to mount aming dvices on the top dust cover.
Somewhere in the battlefield: Sarge: welcome to the theater of war Mr. Thumb! Garandthumb: did someone say theater? Sarge: wait, that's not what I mea- *Garandthumb intro plays*
Mike, I just have to say that your video’s have helped me through some of my biggest challenges in life. Keep doing what your doing and keep looking cool.
Is it because real AK-100 and 74M have the 3rd rivet at front trunnion and have thicker 1.25mm receiver? Idk I’m new to learning about AKs so not sure if this is right
@@aaronkong8393 Saigas are we’re made after the 100 series were introduced so they all have the bump rivet and should have 1.25 receiver at least some do
@@tdfmtig I know this. I'm just saying, it will be the next closest AK-105 clone on the market. Hoping Kalashnikov USA comes into the game with a contender. I don't want to chop up a real Arsenal or Saiga. Maybe do a parts kit. Not everyone has money like us to drop on real deal stuff.
This is one of my absolute dream rifles, up there with the Radian Model 1 and ACR. The AK-74M is a beautiful rifle, aesthetically and practically, and this variant is perfect. I'll probably never get to shoot one, let alone own one, but I can dream.
Garand videos are all elite his intros are like a mini cinematic movie only to be followed up by knoweldge and well needed information this man is a legend 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
That odd disconnect when the comments are about the last 90% of the video instead of the first 10% Where in the multi-timeline did these events occur? Do ability unlocks like [combat role] stay unlocked through death? Will they ever find the time clone facility hidden in subspace? Will Mike ever settle down, or will he keep moving from rfile to rifle one steamy conquest at a time?
I think that what is coolest thing on this weaponry system is that guy who did some training or service with old tool can pick up this tool and is familiar how to use it and can nail it
Two questions... 1. Are we calling it the Ron Jeremy cinematic universe, or the Garand Thumb cinematic universe? 2. Will Tactical T-Rex from Kentucky Ballistics ever be involved, even if just for the finale someday?
@@squidy4082 Who gives a shit? It’s super easy to find parts for specific variants anyhow, so that’s moot. Besides, ARtards love to drone on about “BuT i CeN SwEp MuH uPpErs!?!” Yeah, that’s cool, not practical in a pinch, and is moot because you have to account for different spring and buffer weights to ensure upmost reliability and longevity.
I considered getting some AK's over the years and my buddies like them. There a good rifle, but I prefer other things..... and figured eventually I'd pick some off the ground in time watching for a long time how things have been progressing. 😉 Awesome opening by the way. 😁
Definitely looking to check out the gaming channel. When it comes down to AKs for me I like them better than ARs. They just feel more natural to me. The first time I held an AK it just felt right, like an extension of my own body. I love my AR but my AK is my main squeeze. My AK is a Draco. I've made it into a perfect urban combat gun for my environment.
Those charging handles are pretty kick ass for the simple fact it's one less sharp edge. Switched to one from another company after my akm took a chunk out of my arm while I was dealing with a malf.
@@MrWasurfer86 very possible. The difference is so slight it's easy to miss. Some bolt handles have a straight rear surface and others have a curved rear. I know most modeled after russian counterparts are curved.
If you were an AK guy and knew what was up long before the GT AK test, taking all that heat and ridicule from Barfcom Bois for years....go ahead and hit that subscribe button!
I installed the B-30U handguard with the B-31C gas tube cover on my 105 build and that thing is bomb proof. It’ll be there when the gun itself has rusted away in 1000 years. It’ll be there at the twilight of man. It’ll be there to soak up the last thermal energy at the heat death of the universe.
*Mike has just turned into an AK guy!*
Approved by Polenar👌
🤣 Am here for the AR fan boy comments.
@@amg2fast626 we have to stir some shit :D
@@amg2fast626 I'm here for the AK fan boy comments👍
@@PolenarTactical ak platform is best ngl
I have your Desert Eagle vid queued after this one; love you, Slovenian bros!
My God…there’s no hiding it now.
hi, dad
lole
notice me senpai
"BROKEN ARROW! I say again BROKEN ARROW!"
Goodness, what a lovely specimen you are!
I know that many people don't like modern AK but to me this is build is absolute perfection.
It's 90s AK with customised tacticool tuning.
@@kgb4973You could say the same for the AR. They just chopped off the carry handle.
@@kgb4973
And it’s still cooler than the spear 😂
@@kgb4973 and the AR-15 is a 60 year old rifle, same shit, if AKs arrive like this out of the factory you wouldn't be preaching this horse shit
He’s including more and more lore in these intros and I’m here for it.
Honestly the lore is what makes it good.
Me too
between him and Tom Grossi every day is just a treat
With production levels exceeding the new matrix movie.
@@Andrew18408 the new matrix movie gave me aids
The evolution of Ron Jeremy and TF-69 lore is amazing. The plot has endless twists and turns and despite it making little to no sense most of the time it is far more engaging and entertaining than most TV shows or movies.
We just need a proper full house TF-69 opening
It’s literally like playing with the other kids in the neighborhood with supersoakers and playing make believe.
Can confirm
Id rather see a big time production from Garand Thumb with this plot then a lot of shit people in Hollyweird have been making.
Did @Bribe steal your comment?
i live in Britain, did 6 years in the army in the 1990's we can't own guns but it's nice to still be in the know about weapons and these videos are awesome for that, cheers mate
Yall can defend yall self with a butter knife
The lore just keeps getting more epic. 5 out of 5 stars, would recommend.
#لست_إرهابي_أريد_ساقي
#Not_a_terrorist_I_need_my_leg
So you are the reason the AK-105 is more expensive on the Tarkov flea market!
Flannel Daddy LLC., Monopolizing Russian arms trade since 2021 (in Tarkov)
Lol
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Yeahhhh... that's why I stick to 47; it takes some to hell and some to heaven!
If it doesn't cost more that $3,500 usd it's cheap for a guy like me.... I can make it back on one mission. 😏
Damn that is a sexy setup. The tan & black color is a cherry on the top.
Hello Mr. Badaas Voice.
Dont tell the Irish 😅
As an Australian, the only place I can get my hands on this weapon is in Escape From Tarkov. What a beast
Not without the secret ingredient 😎
GREAT GAME!
@@junglefatigues123 ~taps nose~
If you lads haven’t given them up your government might not be setting up concentration camps right now
@@tylerrohn6938 we’re sorely aware of that point, I’ve got a massive problem with boomers because of it
I’m an AR guy myself but Modernised AKs and MK14s are by far the sexiest guns ever created
I was just going to say the same, they have that classic look but also look tactical as shit at the same time.
Brandon Herrera converted me
I love AR's, but nothing Beats for me the good ol' AK
AK's are awesome and fun to shoot. Plus you should always get familiar with what your potential enemies use. AR's also get kinda boring after awhile.
It's a standard retro 20" barrel M16A4 that does it for me.
The intensity of Mikes face with a hint of joy, even running through drills really speaks to his focus lol, this man is an animal who just loves it
The production cost of each video gets almost infinitely better it is truly amazing how well the videos are made.
So do his teeth!
The production value is going up. Production value is the quality of the production, production cost is just the videos budget. Many high production cost media is awful and lots of low production cost media (like this) is great. Production value /= production costs :)
This intro is definitive proof that if wizards ever went to war with humans, the wizards would lose so goddamn fast.
Also props for playing the Independence Day soundtrack.
New it sounded familiar
Unless they had enchanted gear that stopped bullets.
@@TechnoMinarchist I mean, unless we're talking about like a forcefield they can still go for headshots. Chances are they wouldn't even see it coming if special forces were sent to hunt them down, they'd be completely camouflaged and get them by surprise.
Weird coincidence for me. Got a trailer for an ad of some Independence Day-esque movie coming out in Feb. before the vid started. Rather odd...
A wizard's wand must *choose* him...
But a rifle can be *built* to spec!
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I have a few AKs, all of them old between 1970 and 1989. There's something cool about how they shoot, all that wood and steel smells and feels really cool. What's awesome about being a red state Constitutional carry resident is that I get to enjoy lots of different weapons between my paltry collection and those of my brother and friends. Feel people are limiting themselves being all AK or all AR all the time, they are both really cool in their own ways. Sort of like going to a buffet at the Bellagio and only eating one thing.
German speaking baby stalin is the most accurate representation of how advanced the threat to TF69 has become.
So isses! 🇩🇪🥳
Du host es verstanden so und nit anders! Aut
I gave you a like but it was the 70th so I took it back, and I'll let you have it here 👍
Whats is TF69
And, of course Lets go Brandon, F J B
@@elena8341 im prety shure Youtibe will not censore this.
Glad the 105 is finally getting so much love. This gun has always been the coolest AK variant to me, during the whole "nyet, rifle is fine" era.
Lmao bunny girls agrees
But I do agree the 105 is definitely one of my favorite aks
@@Tony-yh3yg 😂😂
@@Tony-yh3yg Fucking legend
The ak-102 seems like a pretty interesting option, especially where I'm at with winters where it can rain one day and absolutely freeze the next. The biggest question for me is how well it runs different ammo. Hopefully you will talk more about it in the future?
From reliability perspective civilian ak-102 runs perfectly on all but subsonic commercialy avaliabe ammo. But accuracy can vary significantly depending on specific type.
5.56 Saiga's are quite popular in Russia as a hunting carbine due to vide selection of ammo
I had one(sold it because mags were too difficult to find at the time) and it run great. One time I had some faulty Fiocchi rounds that were overpressured and jammed my NEA, I ended up shooting all the rounds with the AK because it got just one jam(two hits at the handle and it was good to go, while the AR15 was a pain in the ass). It wasn't a parts kit but an original Izhmash(I'm not in the US) so that may change for you
Came for the gun review, stayed for the TF-69 lore.
The lore has gotten to a true epic level.
In addition to becoming an AK guy, you are easily an Oscar contender for your work in this opening salvo.
Only recently came across your channel after featuring over on matts channel, love your stuff.. Great mix of humour and information! Much respect from the UK, would love to spend a day on the range with you guys.. Perhaps one day when the world is done being so pathetic..
Hi🙂 can you tell me please, what people of UK think about special millitary operation on Ukraine? Have a nice Day, man😎
@@sadcode8017most of us think it's a money laundering operation at the sacrifice of Ukrainian civilians
Flannel God dropping more AK content is always a welcome sight
I would absolutely love one of those AK-102’s done up like that. Mainly on the premise of ammo commonality with the rest of my AR’s. Fine looking gun though, for sure.
That would be a sweet set up and makes sense given the ammo availability.
Makes sense why all ZenitCo products are being bought and are sold out everywhere. Good thing I built mine already.
@WingWalker7 you and every other straight male you Ding dong 🤦🏻♂️
If you dont have a 545 ak then youre wrong
Been wanting a good 5.56 AK for a minute, definitely an under-appreciated platform
9 hole reviews recently did an AK accuracy with a Bulgarian 74 with irons and it performed how we all assume AK’s do. However, after they fitted all the zenitco furniture and placed optics on it (I think it was a red dot with a 3x magnifier) it actually preformed far better than an AR-15 with the same modifications. They thought that maybe it was just the optics but also because of how tight the fitment is on the zenitco lower handguard, they think it’s possible that it messed with the harmonics of the barrel which in turn made it that much more accurate. If that’s true, that’s insanely cool
I saw there videos on the AK74’s and AK105 and there videos shows the superiority of 5.45 out of any barrel size particularly shorter barrels.
If you’ve ever owned an unconverted Saiga, and can’t afford to turn it into an Alpha, go ahead and hit that subscribe button.
I should have never sold Svoboda 😭😭😭😭😭😭
Saigas was about 1k here in south africa 20months ago. They are now $2k. Gun dealers milking this Pland.... so hard
My life that poor 223 saiga has soo much potential but im poor
I don't even know what any of that means, but I've gone ahead and given it a like anyway.
Saiga 556 here. Getting parts as we speak/ ak12 build
Always need the RP-1 for +1 Ergo. I used to hate on AKs but Tarkov has really helped me to appreciate the AK platform.
Tarkov made me buy an AK honestly. It's not nearly as fancy as this, but maybe one day.
I'm really in love with AK74s and plum mags ever since i started playing Tarkov
Css for the +2 ergo
AK Sniper grip and RK-2 for Max Ergo and Recoil reduction
@@iitstre_4550 "rk-2" "max ergo"
we must be playing different games
Academy award winning! Way more entertaining than anything in the theaters.
Thank you so much for representing the modern AK platform, as close as you can get to, because Russian Imports are banned here.
I was so sick of the, which is better, AR vs AK while the AK version used was the out dated 1947 or 1974 models with furniture. I contacted Rob Ski of AK UNION a while back when you were showing modern AK's and asked him to get in contact with you. Sooooo freaking happy to hear you throwing out props with his channel. I hope you guys can calab on future videos.
Honestly im just incredibly sick of the AK vs AR debate. Ive always fucking hated the debate to begin with. Its preference. And nothing burns me up more then elitists attempting to shout down other peoples preferences just because they think their opinion is the only opinion allowed to have. I love well made firearms regardless of platform. Theres good and bad AKs and ARs.
@@MTFOphantom Same, I just like guns in general. Listening to people fuss about which platform is better can get so incessant and tiresome sometimes. That’s why I have both.
Arguments could be made that russian army doesn't really run them yet but it's a platform comparison, not a service rifle one.
Just saying if you drop an AK in mud/snow once and it becomes a bolt action instantly…
They're both fine. The AR is better for Americans simply because of better parts and ammo availability, especially if SHTF and you're scavenging police armories after all the police have turned into zombies or whatever. In a Red Dawn situation, you're probably better off with AKs and scavenging dead commies after you hit their supply lines. But between the two, I expect literal zombies over paratrooper commies, so the AR wins out.
It's simply early mover advantage. The AR was here first, and dominated the market. In other places, with other markets, the AK may be the better choice. I don't have a problem with anyone anywhere buying guns of the opposite type, against local market forces, just as long as you acknowledge and prepare for the downsides of your choice being less popular. And if you own both, even better.
One thing I'll add, which is no small point under a Democrat regime or other anti-gun government somewhere: AK 80% lowers are not that easy to turn into actual guns. Unless something has changed, AR lowers are just so much easier to covertly (and legally) proliferate than AKs. If you want to own guns you don't want potential confiscators knowing about, the AR is just the best choice, hands down. Heck, there's a machine you can buy that'll turn a solid block of aluminum (a 0% lower) into a finished AR lower now automatically for you in about 3 hours. We've had automation for finishing 80% lowers for years. AKs, from what I understand, require a lot of special tools.
Honestly, I'd love to see Mike make a mini series out of his intros. The GT Crew obviously has the skills to pull that off.
Intro was like a mini movie. Loved it.
They sort of do have one it’s just difficult to keep track of. There’s a video out there that’s edits them all together but it’s not up to date
Maybe for Christmas 22
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If you’ve ever started a Garand Thumb video and it actually turned out to be a Harry Potter crossover, go ahead and hit that subscribe button.
Erik, ya got a bot in your comment
When you dropped his head after the “Combat Roll” enlightenment, I knew this was going to be a great video.
When it segued from the nuclear explosion to a calm Daddy introduction, it became epic.
The Load out and gear is always on point in every video can't get enough ! Keep them coming dude ! X
GT during ice test: "Wow elcan and AK the only things working"
GT next video: AK with Elcan! 😎🤙
AK was my 1st real rifle.
I'm almost 59.
I thank my Russian brothers...
and sisters. Love the improvements!
💌Respect!
The Chad bike and gun enthusiast
Спасибо!
Dude that intro was so well done, better than most Hollywood movies. Keep it up and do more intros like that!
Thanks! Excellent video and a very professional review of the AK-105. As the owner of AK-102 and AK-104, I fully agree with all your words.
Best Regards from Russia!
Привет. I am american, and I was wondering what gun ownership is like in Russia? Is it easy? Хороший день! (I have no idea if that was correct, I only know a little Russian)
@@mikeyaustin7526 Greetings! Weapons can be purchased from us from the age of 21. You can buy up to 5 shotguns at once. And after five years, 5 more carbines. Pistols are prohibited. The length of the weapon from which you can immediately shoot is no shorter than 80 cm. It is prohibited to fire a burst and the magazine capacity is 10 rounds. To purchase, you need to pass a medical examination, have a gun safe, and undergo training. Sincerely from Russia!
@@Wolf1973g similar in germany then but you have more options to choose
@@mikeyaustin7526 проблемы с получением оружия есть, мало того, что ты должен доказать, что не псих, тебе нужны справки, нужно получить разрешение, купить пушку, сообщить полиции, что ты имеешь оружие и тебя после покупки будут очень часто навещать хранители закона . Ибо у тебя орудие, боевое.
Раньше так было, лет 10 назад, только с охотничьим орудием. Но это не охотничьи пушки, а боевые , так что хрен знает, что сейчас , думаю просто нереально
@@Mikhail_malarвсе реально, просто больше мороки
Just got done watching the AKM videos with Scotty and Jim right as this posted. Wish my timing was that great with everything else!
I'm gonna be honest. After a long day at work and finally sitting down to watch this video. While entertaining, Mike's voice has put me to absolute sleep. I don't even remember what happened in the last 15-20 minutes. That just means I'll have to watch it again and I'm ok with that.
Another great intro as usual
I've personally been a fan of the quick disconnect side-rail mount optics for the AK platform. In the event of optic failure, while unlikely, you could pop it off and use the irons.
you can just use a QD mount for an optic and have the same thing without the bulk. different strokes for different folks
@@dakotamaiden4331 yes different people like different things but your ideology goes against modern professional rifle handling.
The AK series platform has a loose fitting sheet metal dust cover. This section of valuable real estate is impossible to use as a solid mounting surface to retain any type of 'Zero'.
This is why the rail riveted to the side of the receiver even exists...
Unless you want to have your optic 2 feet in front of your eye hanging off the end of your gun, then you're not going to have comfortable eye relief without some sort of acceptable mounting surface
@@CharlieBarkinTheDog I build guns bro. What you just said is so fucking wrong and 60 years In the past. Zenitco and many others fixed this problem. The future is now
@@dakotamaiden4331 actually it's not wrong. The standard dust cover for an AK is terribly unreliable as an optic mount.
You "build guns" but don't understand a basic AK trait?
Ofcourse If you throw a Zenitco on the top its going to be better. But none of us in this convo have said anything about zenitco.
Once again, the standard stamped steel dust cover on the AK is completely unreliable as an optic mount...............
@@dakotamaiden4331 60 years in the past? I guess people stopped wanting to put optics on AKs.......
The stamped Dust cover, side reciever rail, and using proper eye relief are all very much present day things and ideas.
Now I'm honestly curious, what exactly about what I said is 60 years in the past? That makes no sense.
No matter what upgraded dust cover you buy it still has nothing to do with the fact majority of even modern AK builds use a stamped dust cover and side rail.
im a noob with aks but i could never find a good explanation of a booster muzzle device. This video gave a very good description. thank you for a very informative video
7,500 views in 10 minutes, no wonder your production value is fucking insane. Dude, you've come a long way, congratulations
I got the 5.45 bug in 2020 when everytime I'd go into my local gun shops they had stacks of 5.45x39 that never decreased and the price per round was 0.21. I missed shooting my AKM and ARs 2x a week because my ammo stock was getting low while replacement stock was 3x in value. That's how I ended up with my 74 and 6k rnds of 5.45 lmao. As far as I know I'm the only person in this county that has a 5.45 chambered weapon or atleast shoots one regularly enough to be only one to buy 5.45 here. My local shops are still getting in 5.45 at half the cost of 5.56 so I've been getting a ton of time behind it. Now I'm going to have to find a 105 kit to build and God only knows how much I'll spend to achieve that.
Lucky. I cant even find 5.45 at any of my local shops. I've only seen it at gunshows
Consider selling your ar 15 to go ak mode until ammo prices go down
@@AhmedRazaAli_2009_pk I would consider selling my 16" AR if I was confident in my long term supply of 5.45, but the dems hatred of Russia and guns over all has me spooked about jumping all in. Otherwise I'd fork up the dough to get a Fuller built one.
My shooting pals thought I was crazy when I bought a S&W AR upper chambered in 5.45x39 but when I took it to the range the first time and they saw how capable the setup is they were saying "how cheap is that ammo again?!?!" I live it and have 2500 rounds right now. I need to pick some more up, I still love my Ak47 and my ARs in 556 but to be able to shoot for that cheap is the best part.
@@funwithmagnus8570 Didn't think Jim was doing custom builds anymore to focus on his Fuller Phoenix line, could be wrong tho..
Wasn't an AK guy until I saw this. I freakin want one so bad now!
Oh yeah, after this.... Everyone is going to be "AK guy." Brandon Herrera is going to gain 1 million plus followers in the next couple of weeks....
Lol Brandon is a poser
@@koryjensen8610 poser of what
Cause of Mister beast?
They missed the boat
Great....5.45 ammo was relatively cheap but now everyone is gonna want to be an ak guy now damn it 😭
I've been watching for a while but finally subscribed the other day. I'm amazed at the work you went through for your intro. I come for the learning and the amusing intro is icing on the cake.
I happen to watch your videos everytime they pop up on my recommended. since I found your channel about a month ago, I've just been watching and watching the videos. love your stuff ❤
Nice to see people coming around to the 105 idea. I have two 105-ish guns (but with 14.5+pinned barrels because...I'm too lazy for NFA stuff) both built by Jim Fuller maybe 12-13 years ago now. Early adopted to the Kreb's retaining plate, the Tromix charging handle, the Kreb's enhanced safety and my two rifles even feature the Kreb's 105 block they used to make, etc. Been running it for a long time now and they're just incredible rifles. At the time I was dumb enough to spend $300 for proper Russian folding stocks (shortly before they flooded the market). I admit I think the 12.5" AK's are - as you said - basically the perfect short range carbine option. Fold the stock, small package, no real ballistic penalty, etc. Great guns.
I'm from Texas any idea where I can get my hands on a clone 105
@@rodrigocharo5275 As with most AK's, someone will build one for ya - just gotta find a suitable donor gun or parts kit. Apparently PSA is considering building a clone at some point.
It's been a long-time well known secret, that 5.45 is generally more ballistically efficient than 5.56 out of shorter barrels and at longer ranges.
It's a great cartridge, imagine if there was the same level of ammunition quality as with it's competitor.
Good luck getting it in a year or two
Russia can't get some for their military, so do not count on them.
At this point the "free" market is all you can rely on.
@@gifthorse3675 didnt have to wait that long lmao
@@gifthorse3675 The third most popular intermediate rifle cartridge in the world is not going anywhere any time soon. It may dry up in the near term - but the medium and long term prognosis is fucking fine. European manufacturers and USA makers will tool up for it - capitalism will conquer the issue. I can go buy a box of 8x64S ammo right now from S&B... Never even heard of that round before two hours ago... American civilian gun owners will buy more 5.45 ammo than some small countries - manufacturers know that - they are just waiting for the cheap Russian import beast to die.
@@alexvermaak1759 see my reply to gift horse
I like to imagine Mike as the guy who shows up to the teams with a new random weapon every week like the guy who's always trading in and buying a new car every few months.
7:30 You can get even as short as a 10 Inch Barrel, the very first Mk18 Mod 0 "Typ 0" were that short, but the problem was, that some muzzle devices did collide with the bayonet lug. There are some very rare examples left of Mk18 with the bayonet lug removed. Later the barrles were cut to 10.3 Inch at the Mk18 Mod 0 "Typ I" later models produced at Colt have 10.5 Inch barrels called Mk18 Mod 0 Typ II.
The OA K23B Stubby is 8.5" and was launched before the mk18 mod 0
@@maledetto1221 I think one of the first "sub-commandos" was the La France M16k.
Colt RO609 XM177E1 and USAF GAU-5 had a 10” barrel in the mid 1960s for a very short production run, but they had the bayonet lug removed from the FSB, as did the 11.5” XM177E2 and GAU-5A/A.
The UKSF L119A1s and CANSOF C8's use a 10" barrel with chopped off bayonet lugs as well
“… We have an AKM here. Roughly the same…”
*AK guys punching the air
as someone who served and grew up in Africa seeing AKs with every cop, I can say that Ive always been enamored with this weapon system. You can throw this thing in a swamp for 20 years, pull it out and it will still somehow vomit bullets. I met 14yr old boys in the bush herding cattle with nothing but a pair of flip flops and an AK slung arounf their body with a shoe string. The impact this weapon has had on the world is unrivaled compared to any other rifle out there. The reputation it has makes it the GOAT in my opinion.
Really like your channel congrats for putting up such great content greetings from switzerland 🇨🇭💪🏼🇺🇸
Wassup bro! Es freut mich immer Schwiizer zgseh!
@@randyxyt5562Grüezi !I Spreche schlecht deutsch weil ich auf die romandie komme aber trotzdem danke
There is a reason Sig /Swiss Arms develop the 55X series after the AK.
I would like to see GT do an ice test on the 55X series…
I know we have already seen this test at Jungfrau though ;)
@@williamhedrick7983 it would be really Nice i told myself the same thing when I saw the ice test video
Got my zenitco kit a few days ago and i was outright stunned how light it was.
So do they actually ship them to the states without any problems? I would love to get one for my saiga.
Ah, yes...according to the subtitles the 105's optic was the infamous 'Elk Inspector'. Very rare. Usually only available in Canada. Surprised they sold Elk Inspectors to the Russians. Thought NATO members were forbidden from that sort of thing.
I had a 1-4x Specter on my Draco, but that optic is absurdly heavy, I swapped it for an Aimpoint T2 and what a would of difference it makes.
I did chuckle a bit when I saw this rifle the first time. The beer-can muzzle device is around 1.2 pounds by itself. Zenitco furniture isn't lightweight at all...and then an Elcan. That's not the lightest build in the world. :D
@@oskar6661 Newer Zenitco stuff, especially the Sport kits like what's being used here, are actually pretty dang light. Several parts of the handguard in particular are lighter than the factory polymer equivalents. The optic and muzzle device he uses are heavy as fuck, however.
@@elena8341 go away
Smart phone's R stupid
@@oskar6661 The man loves his elcans. He even directly responded to me on instagram with indignation one time when I referred to the Elcan as a brick. Swooped in to defend its honor with "it's not so bad" with a quickness.
As the owner of the AK 103, I must say that the 100 series is now one of the best rifles on the market.
the most badass tactical sprint i have ever seen. 10/10 Bro.
I remember a video that klashnikov did were they basically kept of firing one of these things until it died. Shit went through 2000 rounds in one session and by that point it was still working. By far one of the best AK's out there
I'm calling BS on that, the thing would seize from heat way before that.
@@magoo5.0johnson45 mortar it against the ground and it'll keep going until the barrel melts.
@@dmytro732 Yeah, just like any other firearm. Nothing special here.
@@magoo5.0johnson45 i think you need to watch some "gunsbusters" from Kalashnikov group
@@TheRifild Original statement was a guy claimed that a AK could fire 2,000 before failure, and I'll say again it's BS, your not going to do 2,000 rounds in mag dumps without failure, It's that simple.
Yes, I have a 105 clone built off a Bulgarian parts kit. It is a fantastic weapon system and could be my favorite gun to shoot of all time.
That skit was 🌟GOLD🌟
What's most important with this handguard (and top cover in complex) is that it was designed to solve long-stayed retaining zero problem on an AK's that weren't factory designed to mount aming dvices on the top dust cover.
Somewhere in the battlefield:
Sarge: welcome to the theater of war Mr. Thumb!
Garandthumb: did someone say theater?
Sarge: wait, that's not what I mea-
*Garandthumb intro plays*
This is like an actually funny, and actually informative version of demolition ranch
Mike, I just have to say that your video’s have helped me through some of my biggest challenges in life. Keep doing what your doing and keep looking cool.
Stay strong my friend, you are not alone!
@@ricksmith7232 ✊🏼💯
maybe they could help Ron jeremy hiatt in his dark days
I’d say the closest you can get to a 105 clone is a converted Saiga but 88s are still really good kits
Is it because real AK-100 and 74M have the 3rd rivet at front trunnion and have thicker 1.25mm receiver? Idk I’m new to learning about AKs so not sure if this is right
@@aaronkong8393 Saigas are we’re made after the 100 series were introduced so they all have the bump rivet and should have 1.25 receiver at least some do
Palmetto State Armory is about to release their AK-105
@@cody8217 better to save up and get one from a real AK factory
@@tdfmtig I know this. I'm just saying, it will be the next closest AK-105 clone on the market. Hoping Kalashnikov USA comes into the game with a contender. I don't want to chop up a real Arsenal or Saiga. Maybe do a parts kit. Not everyone has money like us to drop on real deal stuff.
That was an epic intro 👏👏👏
This is one of my absolute dream rifles, up there with the Radian Model 1 and ACR. The AK-74M is a beautiful rifle, aesthetically and practically, and this variant is perfect. I'll probably never get to shoot one, let alone own one, but I can dream.
depends where you are!
Ah yes, the review we needed.
Garand videos are all elite his intros are like a mini cinematic movie only to be followed up by knoweldge and well needed information this man is a legend 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Chuffing my bits to this intro ❤️
LMAO! "Chuffing my bits"
1st thing my 3 year old toddler said as soon the video started : "another flannel daddy video, daddy?"
Brought a tear to my eye #whenthugscry
Occam defense makes a badass AK if you're looking for an American built AK, they also designed the MERC handguard
That would be really cool to see the accuracy of that AK tested with a 5.56 setup.
Overall though, 2MOA with wolf ammo isn't half bad.
For the most part. Shooting military ball ammo, they're probably going to be pretty damn close compared to ARs of similar build and quality
The impression I get is that modern AKs are close enough to be 99% as effective as ARs - but are more rugged (see the Freezing Rifle Test)
@@eylonemuskson4177 in some specific scenarios can be more (5,45 ballistics make it better against hard obstructions but decrease immediate lethality)
@@Sk0lzky Oh that's really interesting...
I guess that's why they call it the "Poison Bullet" right? It doesn't kill right away :|
2 moa is about my experiance with my slr106 that im about to pimp like an alpha
That odd disconnect when the comments are about the last 90% of the video instead of the first 10%
Where in the multi-timeline did these events occur?
Do ability unlocks like [combat role] stay unlocked through death?
Will they ever find the time clone facility hidden in subspace?
Will Mike ever settle down, or will he keep moving from rfile to rifle one steamy conquest at a time?
"He put it inside. The AK gave a grunt of approval with a light tension in the spring. It was steamy. But now it was time to move on to the Dragonov."
I think that what is coolest thing on this weaponry system is that guy who did some training or service with old tool can pick up this tool and is familiar how to use it and can nail it
Two questions...
1. Are we calling it the Ron Jeremy cinematic universe, or the Garand Thumb cinematic universe?
2. Will Tactical T-Rex from Kentucky Ballistics ever be involved, even if just for the finale someday?
There will be no finale
As the name Jim Fuller hangs in the air ,a single tear runs down Brandon Herrera's cheek .
Brandons is hanging in the air too, a with a stool tipped over underneath.
@@Adamz678 Jesus fuck
Best editing of any gun channel full stop.
Should’ve applied some DUST techniques to increase your survivability
Baby stalin would have never gotten the drop on dust.
US Tier One operators put silencers on everything
Russian Alphas put loudeners on theirs
LMFAO!
2:16
The way you drop him is just....*chef's kiss*
gorgeous
Very thorough and comprehensive, well done.
Recently I've been interested in aks after watching your frozen gun test perfect timing for this video!
Bruh the cinematography is on point
there's just something that speaks to me when it comes to AK's, they're so cool.
Most don’t have any modularity but it’s okay
@@squidy4082 Who gives a shit? It’s super easy to find parts for specific variants anyhow, so that’s moot. Besides, ARtards love to drone on about “BuT i CeN SwEp MuH uPpErs!?!” Yeah, that’s cool, not practical in a pinch, and is moot because you have to account for different spring and buffer weights to ensure upmost reliability and longevity.
@@DocMitchell69 because it’s modularity? It’s an outdated platform lmao
I considered getting some AK's over the years and my buddies like them. There a good rifle, but I prefer other things..... and figured eventually I'd pick some off the ground in time watching for a long time how things have been progressing. 😉
Awesome opening by the way. 😁
I don’t know why maybe I am crazy but I just keep watching this video
Definitely looking to check out the gaming channel. When it comes down to AKs for me I like them better than ARs. They just feel more natural to me. The first time I held an AK it just felt right, like an extension of my own body. I love my AR but my AK is my main squeeze. My AK is a Draco. I've made it into a perfect urban combat gun for my environment.
Yea a draco 🤣🤣 have fun in Detroit urban dust cleaning.
I’m turning my Mini Draco into the perfect urban combat gun as well✊🏼
Those charging handles are pretty kick ass for the simple fact it's one less sharp edge. Switched to one from another company after my akm took a chunk out of my arm while I was dealing with a malf.
Gotta wear gloves, and not just for heat. Ak wants to cut you.
I jacked my hands dry firing mine...and my poor thumb. lol
I can’t get them to stay on. I’m about ready to tack weld it on there
@@MrWasurfer86 did you try some blue thread locker on the set screw?
@@Thoroughly_Wet i tried blue first and then red. ive seen that they have model specific knobs so maybe i picked the wrong one.
@@MrWasurfer86 very possible. The difference is so slight it's easy to miss. Some bolt handles have a straight rear surface and others have a curved rear. I know most modeled after russian counterparts are curved.
My absolute favorite AK variant ever. It’s such a cool ass gun
🔥
That 105 looks a piece of art. Absolutely stunning!
I have a feeling that rifle costs more than what I make in a month
I was thinking the exact same
Jesus that intro man, that was crazy, and amazing, and crazy!
Превью как отдельный вид искусства! Красавчик =)
Заморочился)
If you were an AK guy and knew what was up long before the GT AK test, taking all that heat and ridicule from Barfcom Bois for years....go ahead and hit that subscribe button!
Going On 23 years collecting and building AKs. T1 to Vityaz. Ironically assembled my first AR last year lol.
Amen
@@soundmapper How's that ironic?
@@TheRaptor700Rider Because the majority are doing the opposite, including this channel.
I installed the B-30U handguard with the B-31C gas tube cover on my 105 build and that thing is bomb proof. It’ll be there when the gun itself has rusted away in 1000 years. It’ll be there at the twilight of man. It’ll be there to soak up the last thermal energy at the heat death of the universe.
Haven't seen a two tone ak for a while, and this looks so sick