Thanks for watching, and thanks for following along! You guys made this project one of the highlights of my life, and I’m excited to see where it goes from here! So now that we have it…what should we do with it? 😈 Thanks to KIR ammo for providing the .50 BMG, and to Sylvan Arms for the QD pic rails! Thanks to SDI! Again, it’s SDI.edu for more info!
Years of hard work, blood, sweat, tears, numerous gallons of alcohol, and a plethora of curse words. A dream realized. She's a beauty brother. Congratulations.
I love the work that has gone into making the AK50 but for re sale it is going to be a really expensive gun. As a machinist the receiver and bolt are quite complex and need to be vary strong. Watching the video of the work by Titans of CNC and you realize its a well made part but its going to cost a lot. I am proud of all involved in the project, great job guys!
@@SomeGuysGarage It's called barrel harmonics or barrel whip. It happens anytime you shoot from a long barrel. It's normal. When it happens, it takes place in such a short amount of time, it can't be seen except on high speed footage.
Pulling up to the gun range with an MP7 is one thing. Pulling up to a gun range with a fully custom gun that no one has ever seen before must feel amazing.
yang kurang di bagian belakang gagang yang menempel pada bagian pundak= 1.adakah semacam spon busa tambahan,untuk meminimalisir rasa sakit di sendi/bahu yg ditimbulkan ketika senjata ditembakkan? 2. two-pod handle( bracket dibawah laras) bisakah menggunakan pegas angin(untuk menstabilkan hentakan pada laras senapan sehingga sasaran yg di target lebih akurat.presisi tinggi semoga komen saya bisa lebih membantu,terima kasih😇👏
We won the AK race the same way we won the space race. The Soviets got all the early milestones, but we still crossed the finish line first. USA USA USA
My brother passed away yesterday and we kept up with this from the beginning its what made us start watching your videos. He would have loved to see this . Glad to see it's finally done
I bet Mikhail Kalashnikov would have quite the smile on his face if he knew a group of individuals, Americans no less, admired his rifles so much that it drove them to devote nearly a decade to designing their own AK chambered in such a massive caliber. I can only imagine what the Kalashnikov Group guys think too. This is AWESOME!
thanks for letting us know about the sylvan arms quick detach, i accidently ordered the airsoft version... fell right off my a10... also they gave me a lets go brandon discount... so ... neat!
The m1 garand was called the greatest battle implement ever devised. The AK-50 is the greatest content implement ever devised. Can’t wait to see it in a middle eastern arms market someday.
Outstanding ideas Komrades! Yes, for use on the rollbars of your technical, or 4wd..It needs a few more optional extras too.. Like a bayonet lug & bayonet..in case you ever need to dismount it from the rollbar of your technical or 4wd vehicle..and get more personal. A true 'hi-cap' real banana mag, especially for said mounted use on rollbars.. And a grenade launcher that fires RPG-7 warheads. Plus wood AK furniture & stock options..like a 1-piece wooden butt end-piece, under-stock & pistol grip set-up..And a some AK inspired wood foregrips to go over the handguard, even if mostly cosmetic. These are all much required optional extras, for real AK-50, tovarish..Project is not Komplete quite just yet.
Bro just built a semiautomatic 50 cal that cycles well. Not only is that a feat in and of itself, he did it using the design of a 70+ year old gun and it runs flawlessly. Insane, congrats Brandon.
Brandon Herrera: -College drop-out -Successful guntuber (youtuber) -Gun advocate -future congressmen of district 23 -and now a dream come true Brandon Herrera became a father of AK50 Congratulations brother
Remington Colt Smith Wesson Henry Gatling Winchester Browning Lee Garand Kalashnikov Stoner Barrett And now HERRERA So proud of you man, we've came a long way!
Incredible job I have heard other machinist always talk about making something exactly like that. Genius using the technology of the AK-47 for recoil reduction.
Its been 8 years....my wife and I, from the UK, have followed Brandon on this journey for almost a decade....we have no firearms and have only just begun our own road trip to FAC heaven...but watching this we both smiled and said, " I'm so proud of this guy, and we don't even know him ". Bravo, Congressman Herrera, it's been emotional...
9:11 Take a second to think about how long this man has dreamed of this moment. This didn't happen over night, many people said it was impossible and although his Financial success certainly helped to speed up the process... it was his perseverance that made this possible. Ignoring the detractors, not becoming overwhelmed by the mountain of a task in front of him, but focusing on one step at a time. What ever your dream is.... *go for it* . Make a plan and get started... you *can* do it. It won't happen quickly, you *will* have setbacks... that's part of the process. Thank you for coming to my TeD Talk.
Only thing to do now, is keep improving it while leaving a copy of the V2 blueprints in a low security area, for an apocalypse survivor to find and craft at a ram shod crafting bench. And leave the V3 blueprints in a much more secured room for them to get after upgrading their lockpicking a/o hacking to find to make a decent long lasting version of the AK50.
This should be called the HAMR-24 named after the creator and the year, “Herrera Anti-material rifle 24’” just like the AK-47 (Kalashnikovs automatic 47’) is named after the creator and year. A fitting tribute and homage to the design and creator. Congratulations and best to you on your journey to candidacy. I read the comments, I agree thumbs up for: HAMR-24
Brandon- I remember that night at Dave's bachelor party when you decided to trust that small group of us with the "big idea" and sketched it out... you asked us if we thought you were crazy, and for feedback and we all said not at all, and to go for it... and then I watched excitedly as you told the world a few weeks later. From someone who's been on this ride with you from the very very first moments of that dream, until today and seeing that first full 10 round mag dump... may I say- I couldn't be more proud of my friend. GREAT job.
Can’t believe I made it in the video lol. It was an honor making these parts for you Brandon. Still some of the funnest I have made here at TOC. Congratulations on completing a monumental journey.
You guys do some amazing work at Titans. Wish I had the money to invest in some of the machinery you guys have and also wish I had the knowledge to operate them. Hell, I just got my first milling machine (just a simple little WEN minimill, but It'll work for what I need it for) for some AR builds that I've been wanting to build for years now. Now I just have to find some good quality R8 collets for it that ain't going to costs me an arm and a leg. Any suggestions on R8 collets that are in the range of $200-$400? Your input will be greatly appreciated. Keep up the great work guys.
In actual awe. To think when I first followed this build I was 18 living with my friends in an old crackhouse. Now I’ve been through a pandemic, got a house, got married, and have a 5 year old. Out of all of those moments this is the one that brought me to tears, the rest is material. AK50 is forever
@@Vaporisersbecause bros were there with him at the start and now seeing the end of a chapter but to it’s completion, is a beautiful and awesome moment. Brandon’s dream brought to life.
8 years in the making...honestly it feels more like 20. You have grown and matured so much since I first started watching you (about 6 years ago). From a fresh face frat kid playing with guns to (I hope) a congressman that really cares about people. It has been a kick seeing you grow over the years and seeing the 50 cal running so smoothly just brings a smile to my face. Congratulations Brandon! 👍
I wish I could have seen the look in your eyes, when you emptied that first mag.... well,,even you having sunglasses on, you wore the look on your whole body.... what a thrill, and what a joy to watch your 8 years for that one moment... Great Job!!! GOD Bless!
How it started: "I'm going to scale up an AK to 50 Cal." How it's going: "I built the autocannon from helldivers2" Edit: I thought this might be popular! Thanks y'all 😁
@@DGneoseeker1 actually that design is a scaled up SKS, Pretty Sure it was Brandon who did a video about that one. He might've borrowed the mag though.
It makes me think of the world's angriest staple gun in a good way. Big, functional, metal, springs actuating, and just chugging away. Feels like it would be used by that faction who's guns are all chunky, look kinda rough-machined, but you never have any issues from their guns either.
Im a controls systems engineer, machinist, gunsmith. I cant imagine the satisfaction you were feeling after these tests. Proud of you dude. Wish you all the best. Also, F Tony G.
I may be a little late to the party, but this eas clearly a labour of love from the start. Hat tip and then some sir! Thank you for sharing the journey with us. I saw this, watching a British Trooper review the video. He went from being not much of a gun guy to wanting to get his hands on your work of gunsmith art. Love your channel man, God bless!
Remember being hyped about this in middle school. I’m now 25 and it’s here. Made me shed a lil tear it’s done. Every update video was one step closer congrats Brendan.
@BrandonHerrera , historically I’ve always supported the 2nd amendment but this gun of yours is what is making me, at 38 never having fired a weapon in my life, despite always agreeing with it politically and being a conservative, albeit having an interest in classical music and a fear of hearing loss (for this reason, I support your congressional campaign, since current federal regulations regarding noise suppression devices are causing hearing loss legitimate law abiding gun owners, police officers and members of the armed services), make me want to look into it if I recover from the current hereditary illness (Marfans, which causes premature arthritis and the risk of aortic dissection among other delightful things, fortunately in my case the symptoms only became unbearable about six years ago, but my doctors are genuinely working hard for me). God bless you, and thank you for the wonderful things you do!
Ian from Forgotten Weapons has said that, as lofty as it sounds, he wants to do videos on "all the guns" he can find so he can build a comprehensive, timeless archive of firearm history and engineering. Just imagine, one day Ian will do a historical and engineering breakdown of the famous AK50.
I've been in rehab for 194 days. I have often thought about how the AK-50 was doing. Tonight is my first day home and I get on RUclips to find this... I feel like this is God's gift for completing the program. Thank you Brandon.
The intro, is likely the most honest, no-BS, and fun intro i've ever seen. Bravo sir. Bravo ! Edit : Next project. The legend of WW2, the German Mauser... As .50 cal ?
My brother has passed in a tragic accident a couple of weeks ago. The AK50 was really something we as brothers followed and talked about. So sad to think that he isn't here to see the "finished product"...
It’s sad that Mikhail isn’t here to witness this. I’m sure he’s looking down from wherever he is with a smile on his face. This has been a fun ride Brandon, can’t wait to see more stuff from you!
I love that with all the growth brandon has gone through the years all Culminating in running a successful congressional campaign as well as this 8 year dream. He's still kept his sense of humor. Its been a hell of a ride to watch
That barrel whip is severe! I can see 3 potential causes: 1. Impulse gas on piston pushing gas block forward 2. Muzzle brake ports deflecting gas upwards pushing muzzle down. 3. Recoil rolling gun back and down at the butt pivoting on the bipod. Need to watch a slower slo-mo to see if the deflection starts before the muzzle brake gasses. Could test a version without brake. Could test a barrel without gas port. Could find a way to pin the gas block to the receiver to counter the thrust.
The credits at the beginning are just *perfect*. And I also love the way that the Deadpool theme is carried on consistently through the video. I dont care how much you overpaid the editor, they were still worth it.
I'm watching this a third time and the first part...it makes me literally cry. I just love gun community even though I live far away from my this family❤🥰
Брэндон , скорее всего ты не прочитаешь этого , но когда ты задумал этот проект... Ты начал творить историю, и по праву можно сказать,что ты вписал своё имя в современную историю оружейников без миллиардных бюджетов и огромных компаний... Спасибо
Ich bin so froh das diese Geschichte, welche ich schon lange verfolge, endlich Früchte trägt. Ich verfolge deinen Kanal schon lange, und für nen Typen der in Deutschland wohnt und leider noch keine Waffenbesitzkarte hat, da es hier nicht so einfach ist, weil unsere Regierung noch viel mehr Angst vor dem eigenen Volk als eure hat. Sollte ich mal dazu kommen den wunderbaren Staat Texas zu besuchen würde ich wirklich gerne mal vorbeischauen und die AK 50 zumindest mal in die Hand nehmen. Führe deinen Arbeit fort, ich werde den Weg weiter verfolgen. Alles gute Brandon! Gott schütze dich deine Familie und alle die du kennst znd Gott schütze Amerika. *Hand zum Salut*
This thing is a work of art for sure. It is actually a very violent tool. With a longer barrel / get an old FN anti aircraft barrel, mill it down,.chrome, chase, and wrap it in carbon.
You’re telling me I could live in a country where a freshmen congressman from Texas happens to be the designer of the world’s first AK 50? I’m so proud right now. Good luck
"I promised something to my subscribers 8 years ago and never stopped until it was built" is seriously a bigger accomplishment than most members of congress can claim.
When I first heard of this I was down range in Kandahar. My son was just a baby and when i got home we would watch videos of the AK guy, Demo Ranch, Kentucky Balistics, and Doughnut. Now when he gets home from school i fet to surprise him with the the legendary AK50.
Step 1: Finish AK-50 Step 2: Take Tony's seat CONGRATULATIONS! This is such a a huge moment for you, your hard work and perseverance have been inspiring. Your intro had me rolling btw
Hi there from South Africa, I spend most of my limited data looking at your videos. I just needed to let you know, love your work, and this achievement, I saw the emotion in your face. Great work, the commitment to your passion and the world of FA, we can see that. You might not hear it enough but thank you to both you and your team. I am a 55 year old dad, shot many FA's...but this video made my day. God Bless and keep up the great work!!
I've been a registered gunsmith in Australia for only a few years and my favourite projects are farmers ak47 and 74 that come in after their barrels and pins were welded shut and you can tell who got a collectors license and who burried them in PVC pipe because the ones in pvc pipe are still nicely oiled. When they hear i can make it a legal rifle again their eyes light up like a adult riding in his dads childhood car. I've handled 2 50calibre rifles in my career and i got goosebumps before i even fired. If any Australians want a custom action .38 revolvers I'm one of few makers in queensland, ill also do most modifications.
@@prashanthb6521 absolutely only if it's job related e.g wild boar exterminator, government agencies and primary producers (me and certain shops with the correct licence) You need extra special permission to be allowed fully automatic and that's usually restricted to military and special police But who's to say you don't need a 20 or 30 round self loading rifle for your farm. You're allowed a 50 cal in Australia but the loopholes make it draining to own. We own more firearms now than before the amnesty program, we just don't need them for self defence. To us it's a hobby or work and you can usually trust people follow correct firearm safety but if they have a rusty looking barrel and they drink VB then I'm probably Gunna move a few campsites down haha
@@d0nn13m0n0 anything the government's allowed you're allowed, you just need extensive knowledge of the licenses you apply for. I'm one of 237 "permitted" concealed carry yet no matter how much googling I did 6 years ago everywhere told me it wasn't allowed, turns out it's just a PITA permit you apply for every 3 months and it essentially allows you to carry a non chambered firearm in public access and it was originally made for fairs grounds to be able to hold shooting competitions. Just wanna say that since they've already taken our firearms you never see them asking for them again lmao meanwhile anytime I see California in the news I wonder what the heck they are doing. Australia is tightly regulated but I'm glad it's that way, I'd rather a man make a killdozer than unload a full auto when push comes to shove, kill dozer takes determination and a grudge.
As a former USSR border patrol tried to imagine how would I walk through taiga in the Far East with his gun on my shoulder. My respect to the crew of creators, engineers and the most enthusiastic Mr. Herrera. Wish I can shake your hand, Sir!
Truly, a story of focus. Determination. Sheer F***KING will. I'm so happy I found your channel when looking for the reactions to the guns in John Wick. You're AWESOME, Brandon. Can't wait to see what you do next!
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Thanks for watching, and thanks for following along! You guys made this project one of the highlights of my life, and I’m excited to see where it goes from here! So now that we have it…what should we do with it? 😈
Thanks to KIR ammo for providing the .50 BMG, and to Sylvan Arms for the QD pic rails!
Thanks to SDI! Again, it’s SDI.edu for more info!
Nice
RSK for life
So happy to see this finally finished!!!
Praise the mega AK
I’m proud to drop an AKG notification squad on this one.
IT'S HAPPENING, STAY F*CKING CALM!!
Does this mean next we can get AK-50 in CS?
HE DID IT! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
“What’s the procedure?”
ÀAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
What's the procedure?!
You did it! And you don’t have a 15 inch neck scar! Congratulations man! I hope I have the honor of pulling the trigger on this someday!
If anyone needs to make a video with this, it’s you.
He's gonna somehow make it explode
Кентаки, ты должен был его протестировать одним из первых)
Oh god The one person who shouldn’t be around 50s
No more slap rounds please.
Years of hard work, blood, sweat, tears, numerous gallons of alcohol, and a plethora of curse words. A dream realized. She's a beauty brother. Congratulations.
you forgot the liver damage LOL
Several Purple Hearts and Medals of Honor later....
@altshiftM only the best parking spots for our sexiest Unsub Host🫡
Mostly Purple Hearts, let's not disregard that
@@altshiftMLet's not forget a whole lotta autism. As much as humanly possible.
The raw, metallic "KA-CHUNK" when the bolt cycles makes my dangley parts tickle
Fr
Seriously. It sounds beautiful
"Happy Pants Feelings" as I like to refer to it
@@thunderspear2251 HAPPY BIRTHDAY lol. To me
Found the gunophile
I’m proud of you dude 🫡
Hi donut
Aren't we all proud of our favorite Congressman candidate? Keep up the good work you do on RUclips and off as well Bronut.
police activity got some bangers to cover donut get on it! 😂😂😂
The Donut has spoken 🧐
Im proud of RUclips
To quote Garand thumb
"So when are you going into production?"
He can prob lease the rights for production if he doesn't want to produce them, maybe PSA
If you make it, they WILL buy.
@@ekatein3921match made in heaven if this happens
I love the work that has gone into making the AK50 but for re sale it is going to be a really expensive gun. As a machinist the receiver and bolt are quite complex and need to be vary strong. Watching the video of the work by Titans of CNC and you realize its a well made part but its going to cost a lot. I am proud of all involved in the project, great job guys!
Take my money!!!!
Thanks so much for allowing us to capture such a historic moment for your channel and the gun community as a whole!
Thanks for being a part of it gents!
That barrel flexing was amazing.
@@stans5270 is it ok that that's happening? The flex to me was like uhh this isn't good
@@SomeGuysGarage Well, all barrels do that, it's called Barrel Harmonics, it's either that or they're brittle and break, which would you prefer?
@@SomeGuysGarage
It's called barrel harmonics or barrel whip. It happens anytime you shoot from a long barrel. It's normal. When it happens, it takes place in such a short amount of time, it can't be seen except on high speed footage.
Holy cow, that intro alone is one of the most epic ever on RUclips
What a great video
HECKIN EPIC BRO!!!!!11!!1!!1!
you're such a dork
@@btfo5082 lmao
deadpool!!!!!!
@@btfo5082 EPIC!!!
"I've been waiting 8 years for that."
No, sir. You have been working for 8 years towards that. Congratulations. You and your crew have earned it.
9:43
Congratulations mate
Pulling up to the gun range with an MP7 is one thing. Pulling up to a gun range with a fully custom gun that no one has ever seen before must feel amazing.
Fairly good way to make a man feel big. Truly an accomplishment
Your first rounds on your first custom build feel so good
@@jediknight1294I've only built a VZ61 but I'd love to keep going and see what else is possible
@@TransistorBased do it man, iv done derringers, a sten, a mac and an ak it's so satisfyinf
@@jediknight1294 the KP31 looks pretty neat
"Now witness the firepower of this fully operational AK-50"
-Darth Brandon
Oh I believe you will find it is quite operational
I fall to my knees. "What is thy bidding my master."
The AK-50 is not as forgiving as Brandon is
Darth Brandon: “I have altered the caliber. Pray I do not ALTER IT FURTHER!”
@@jbong7114😂
yang kurang di bagian belakang gagang yang menempel pada bagian pundak=
1.adakah semacam spon busa tambahan,untuk meminimalisir rasa sakit di sendi/bahu yg ditimbulkan ketika senjata ditembakkan?
2. two-pod handle( bracket dibawah laras)
bisakah menggunakan pegas angin(untuk menstabilkan hentakan pada laras senapan
sehingga sasaran yg di target
lebih akurat.presisi tinggi
semoga komen saya bisa lebih membantu,terima kasih😇👏
Judging by the opening, this thing has been done for months and Brandon was just letting the editor cook.
Yeah he said it was done a while ago they were just working on a big video, can definitely see it now.
Was NOT expecting to see you here. Hell yeah 🫡
Can't wait for the modders to create a replica for foam
It was in Turkey Tom's range day video which came out like a month or so ago.
Of course it’s a very special time!
12:54 look at that barrel flex 😮
She's an AK alright!
Hope it's fixed on the belt-fed variant ))))
She was flexing for sure.
@@JustMinna nah, you need it to have a nice spread to provide suppressive fire
She certainly was flexing, but damn did it look good.
Not just the barrel did you see the whole optic jump
AK47-Mikhail Kalashnikov(soviet)
AK74-Mikhail Kalashnikov(soviet)
SVD-Yevgeny Dragunov(soviet)
PKM-Mikhail Kalashnikov(soviet)
Saiga12-Mikhail Kalashnikov(soviet)
pp Bizon-Victor Kalashnikov(soviet)
AK50-Brandon Herrera(American)
M1 Garand-John Garand(Canadian/American)
Davy Crockett Davy Crockett (Davy Crockett)
*AK50-Brandon Herrera(Texas)
Yeah that follows the age-old tradition, America will always make something better so you better just stop trying now.
We won the AK race the same way we won the space race. The Soviets got all the early milestones, but we still crossed the finish line first. USA USA USA
Man, I love that intro, that's priceless! Congratulations on building the AK-50, and thanks, because now I want one.
The bolt cycling sounds like a car door getting ripped off.... I love it.
Yeah, this is one of the wildest sounding rifles I've heard on the tube.
@@alfazagato1455 I think it has something to do with the huge round and gas system plus stamped steel like a ak it sounds so cool
It's cool because it's akish sounding because of the gas system just fucking ultra big
I'LL TAKE YOUR ENTIRE STOCK AND 4 MORE
At this point, that's probably 5 AK-50s hahaha
Naw man save something for the rest of us
It’s happening 🎉
So you’ll take 5
Buy me one!
My brother passed away yesterday and we kept up with this from the beginning its what made us start watching your videos. He would have loved to see this . Glad to see it's finally done
Sorry to hear that man. The bond of a brother is strong. Hang in there
He's smiling down watching this video with you bro 👍
I’m sorry for your loss brother. God bless and I’ll pray over you.
Man, sorry to hear that man but he's watching that baby sing .
Woah thats HEAVY bro...mine is a lazy piece of shit if that helps any..😢
I just rewatched for the first time since the video dropped and I still got emotional.
Brandon Herrera; College dropout, RUclips sensation, gunsmith, inventor, and Congressman! What America needs!!!!
And don't forget: Medal of Honor recipient🤣
Veteran and war hero. Tyfys Brandon!
now we get UNCLE HERRERA
I bet Mikhail Kalashnikov would have quite the smile on his face if he knew a group of individuals, Americans no less, admired his rifles so much that it drove them to devote nearly a decade to designing their own AK chambered in such a massive caliber. I can only imagine what the Kalashnikov Group guys think too. This is AWESOME!
I bet Mikhail is touching himself tonight as well in solidarity
But then be horrified by the cursed knowledge in that brain of brandons
Thats a great question... think hed ask them to come by and take a look?
@@LeonSteelpaw100% I bet he would.
Калишников груп чешет лысину и недоуменно ропщет: "а что, так можно было?"😂
>Develop AK-50
>Become a Congressman
>Lobby for the army to purchase the AK-50
>Get rich
💡 😅
Brilliant!!
honestly brilliant
considering how much effort v3 needed to come out I would imagine the v4 necessary to optimize for factory production would take even longer
@@Phynelliusbut it would be so fucking worth it though.
thanks for letting us know about the sylvan arms quick detach, i accidently ordered the airsoft version... fell right off my a10... also they gave me a lets go brandon discount... so ... neat!
I love that it sounds like an angrier AK, not just a huge boom, but the bark of the cyclic motion is louder too.
I was looking for this comment. All I could think watching it shoot was damn that sound is MEAN!
The m1 garand was called the greatest battle implement ever devised. The AK-50 is the greatest content implement ever devised. Can’t wait to see it in a middle eastern arms market someday.
Needs a bloop tube that shoots an RPG
@@HumanHamCube dont give them ideas that really could kill them ^^
And since AK is basically inverted Garand, these two are closely related.
50 cal M1 garand next!!
Outstanding ideas Komrades!
Yes, for use on the rollbars of your technical, or 4wd..It needs a few more optional extras too..
Like a bayonet lug & bayonet..in case you ever need to dismount it from the rollbar of your technical or 4wd vehicle..and get more personal.
A true 'hi-cap' real banana mag, especially for said mounted use on rollbars..
And a grenade launcher that fires RPG-7 warheads.
Plus wood AK furniture & stock options..like a 1-piece wooden butt end-piece, under-stock & pistol grip set-up..And a some AK inspired wood foregrips to go over the handguard, even if mostly cosmetic.
These are all much required optional extras, for real AK-50, tovarish..Project is not Komplete quite just yet.
I can now get a full night's sleep and not be kept awake by the question 'Where AK-50?' Now I know 'There AK-50'! Congratulations Brandon!
In the words of Ryan Reynolds, are you going to be touching yourself tonight
Next, ‘How much AK-50?’
@@James13234 Too much to afford it AK-50
@James13234 a third mortgage in 2025
It's always "where ak-50?" No one thinks to ask "How is ak-50?"
I love how the intro and the conclusion were both a mix of Iron Man three and Deadpool betting those are his two favorites from marvel
Bro just built a semiautomatic 50 cal that cycles well. Not only is that a feat in and of itself, he did it using the design of a 70+ year old gun and it runs flawlessly. Insane, congrats Brandon.
AK platform just built different lmfao
Man looked at the Fallout 2 Bozar Rifle and said "Lets make that into reality."
cooler than getting a noble peace prize
@@gabrielpardo4229 it looks less goofy than that thing though.
The bolt head and locking lugs are more Barrett than AK though. So the operation is AK but the lockup is not.
Anyone else get teary eyed? Like watching your little man growing up, learning to ride a bike and now getting his driver's license.
I admit to a small amount of eye moisture :)
No. I'm not gay.
@@thelittledetailscr7231 its ok when its for the 50 its just so beautiful it makes your eyes sweat
Brandon Herrera:
-College drop-out
-Successful guntuber (youtuber)
-Gun advocate
-future congressmen of district 23
-and now a dream come true Brandon Herrera became a father of AK50
Congratulations brother
And he has a Purple Heart as well as a Medal of Honor. Truly a one of a kind man
Don't forget professional undefeated boxer
Coming up! Dude's unreal. Love watching him from Australia
I've been following you since grade 6-7, I remember the beginnings of this project. Real proud of ya man.
Remington
Colt
Smith
Wesson
Henry
Gatling
Winchester
Browning
Lee
Garand
Kalashnikov
Stoner
Barrett
And now HERRERA
So proud of you man, we've came a long way!
Ooo, that sounds nice. I'd love to have a 'Herrera' in my gun safe.
Herrera 50 (H50)
I'd like to order one.😮@@OK-zo3cq
Unironically that sounds badass
Barrett needs to be on there, for obvious reasons.
so you're telling me the creator of the first fully functional AK50 may just also be my congressman? God i love America
The American heart beats a little louder tonight, my dudes
When you put it like that, god bless America
We need more people to vote Brandon
The first politician that makes good on their promises.
I ain't religious, but God bless America.
congratulations to Brandon for getting it done before GTA 6
he'll have the AK-60 done before GTA6
HAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHHAHA :D hAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHHAHA
Crazy ...
And Half Life 3
Even PSA gonna build a cheaper version of it before we got GTA 6 🤣
Incredible job I have heard other machinist always talk about making something exactly like that. Genius using the technology of the AK-47 for recoil reduction.
Its been 8 years....my wife and I, from the UK, have followed Brandon on this journey for almost a decade....we have no firearms and have only just begun our own road trip to FAC heaven...but watching this we both smiled and said, " I'm so proud of this guy, and we don't even know him ".
Bravo, Congressman Herrera, it's been emotional...
Fellow UKite here. I hope your FAC journey goes well and you get the guns you want.
Very much still a candidate.
9:11
Take a second to think about how long this man has dreamed of this moment. This didn't happen over night, many people said it was impossible and although his Financial success certainly helped to speed up the process... it was his perseverance that made this possible. Ignoring the detractors, not becoming overwhelmed by the mountain of a task in front of him, but focusing on one step at a time.
What ever your dream is.... *go for it* . Make a plan and get started... you *can* do it. It won't happen quickly, you *will* have setbacks... that's part of the process.
Thank you for coming to my TeD Talk.
Only thing to do now, is keep improving it while leaving a copy of the V2 blueprints in a low security area, for an apocalypse survivor to find and craft at a ram shod crafting bench. And leave the V3 blueprints in a much more secured room for them to get after upgrading their lockpicking a/o hacking to find to make a decent long lasting version of the AK50.
Lmao, make sure to add a legendary unique version that's full auto.
@@l0sts0ul89 "AK-5000"
@@l0sts0ul89STOP STOP STOP! I can only get so hard....
Greetings fellow wastelander. We best start saving our bottle caps now if we want to fund this scavenging project.
I Love how you used the FallOut concept in your comment;my brother has FallOut 2 on PS5 and so far,it is one of his favorite video games to play.
8:33 "After months of fine tuning" *Conspicuous orange mallet* Ahh yes, classic AK design tool
This should be called the HAMR-24 named after the creator and the year, “Herrera Anti-material rifle 24’” just like the AK-47 (Kalashnikovs automatic 47’) is named after the creator and year. A fitting tribute and homage to the design and creator. Congratulations and best to you on your journey to candidacy.
I read the comments, I agree thumbs up for: HAMR-24
HAMR-24 so its two syllables like its daddy. and sounds cooler.
Since Anti-Materiel Rifles are called AMRs, I suggest the HAMR-24, the Hammer.
That would be KSVH-24 then, if followed Kalashnikov (and overall Soviet/Russian style naming) for High caliber Sniper Rifle of Herrera
This tho 100%
Or “HARD-24” Herrera Anti-material Rifle Developed - 24
Full-Auto AK-50 when???
Seriously insane how far the project has come. Congrats Congressman Herrera
RPK-50
@@Nathan-jh1ho Now with the 15 round Mag :D
Fully Semi Automatic 🧐
Second sexiest intro ever :)
@@ukaszwalczak1154how big can we go?
Brandon must be elected. He's the scientist we truly need.
Brandon- I remember that night at Dave's bachelor party when you decided to trust that small group of us with the "big idea" and sketched it out... you asked us if we thought you were crazy, and for feedback and we all said not at all, and to go for it... and then I watched excitedly as you told the world a few weeks later. From someone who's been on this ride with you from the very very first moments of that dream, until today and seeing that first full 10 round mag dump... may I say- I couldn't be more proud of my friend. GREAT job.
My old boss used to say “hard, takes time, impossible just takes longer.” Brilliant idea excellent team superb engineering, well done sir.
Can’t believe I made it in the video lol. It was an honor making these parts for you Brandon. Still some of the funnest I have made here at TOC. Congratulations on completing a monumental journey.
You rock Sir. Thanks Titans.
You guys were part of the dream! Awesome job!
Deserve
Good job Jesse from a model shop guy that worked at Knights Armament in both locations,even met Eugene
You guys do some amazing work at Titans. Wish I had the money to invest in some of the machinery you guys have and also wish I had the knowledge to operate them. Hell, I just got my first milling machine (just a simple little WEN minimill, but It'll work for what I need it for) for some AR builds that I've been wanting to build for years now. Now I just have to find some good quality R8 collets for it that ain't going to costs me an arm and a leg. Any suggestions on R8 collets that are in the range of $200-$400? Your input will be greatly appreciated. Keep up the great work guys.
12:51 That slowmo footage showing how much barrel whip .50 BMG produces is insane
It’s pretty much proportional to a regular size AK though right?
It's nothing insane. Have you ever seen high-speed footage of an AKM shooting?
I would love to know how precise it is to shoot
Isn't ak's know for having shaking barrels?
It makes you wonder how it stays together. Even AK47s and M4s have barrel whip though. I’ve even seen scopes flex or whip when a large rifle is shot.
You started this project when I was 11 now I am 19 and so amazed how far this gun has come and I got to see it come together.
In actual awe. To think when I first followed this build I was 18 living with my friends in an old crackhouse. Now I’ve been through a pandemic, got a house, got married, and have a 5 year old. Out of all of those moments this is the one that brought me to tears, the rest is material. AK50 is forever
Glad you made it to the other side.
Bruh why would this make you cry 😂 I’ve also followed the whole time
@@Vaporisersbecause bros were there with him at the start and now seeing the end of a chapter but to it’s completion, is a beautiful and awesome moment. Brandon’s dream brought to life.
The rest is material. AK50 is anti-materiel.
This is hands down, the BEST opening sequence of ANY RUclips videos EVER
Deadpool inspired for sure lol
@@YxSEFdeffo, same song and joking credits
Def funny but not original lol
8 years in the making...honestly it feels more like 20. You have grown and matured so much since I first started watching you (about 6 years ago). From a fresh face frat kid playing with guns to (I hope) a congressman that really cares about people. It has been a kick seeing you grow over the years and seeing the 50 cal running so smoothly just brings a smile to my face. Congratulations Brandon! 👍
I wish I could have seen the look in your eyes, when you emptied that first mag.... well,,even you having sunglasses on, you wore the look on your whole body.... what a thrill, and what a joy to watch your 8 years for that one moment... Great Job!!! GOD Bless!
I love how demo just goes
“Oh it cycles”
And then just stands up and throws a couple more
That moment was badass, NGL.
He's probably the second person in the world to ever shoulder the girl and he picks it up casually like it's an old familiar hat.
They already tested it before that. You have to have your performances for the cameras too.
@@737215 probably has hours just holding the thing lol, and quite a few on his m82
How it started: "I'm going to scale up an AK to 50 Cal."
How it's going: "I built the autocannon from helldivers2"
Edit: I thought this might be popular! Thanks y'all 😁
watching the mag dump thinking to myself "GET SOME! GEEEEETTTT SOOOOOMMMMEEEEE!"
now he needs to build the ammo back pack to hold 10 mags
Correction: Helldivers 2 copied the AK-50 for their Autocannon.
Nah, this is the cobra assault cannon from Robocop.
@@DGneoseeker1 actually that design is a scaled up SKS, Pretty Sure it was Brandon who did a video about that one. He might've borrowed the mag though.
No exaggeration, you’ve made firearms history.
Well done, Brandon.
Now hes just gotta sell them commercially and see where he ends up in obscure firearms history
@@voler_1925
I'm sure that Ian 'gun Jesus' McCollum, of Forgotten Weapons fame..will soon be able to let him know. 🤣
just the sound of the bolt cycle alone makes the funny cemical producing part of my brain work in overdrive! well done.
The AK50 cycling sound is just insanely awesome.
I was thinking the same thing. It sounds fake it’s so cool
It’s kinda a modern day Garand ping
KL-AANG-KRAANK!
It almost sounds one to one with Halo LOL.
It makes me think of the world's angriest staple gun in a good way. Big, functional, metal, springs actuating, and just chugging away. Feels like it would be used by that faction who's guns are all chunky, look kinda rough-machined, but you never have any issues from their guns either.
Im a controls systems engineer, machinist, gunsmith. I cant imagine the satisfaction you were feeling after these tests. Proud of you dude. Wish you all the best.
Also, F Tony G.
Need this in Helldivers 2 ASAP called, The Congressman.
If Brandon hit them up it could probably happen, without a doubt a good bit of the Dev team watches Brandon
If arrowhead studios did that I’d go buy the game right now
perfect support weapon to pair with the senator
It's pretty much the Autocannon
Duuuuuuuude. Fuckin bullseye.
I may be a little late to the party, but this eas clearly a labour of love from the start. Hat tip and then some sir! Thank you for sharing the journey with us. I saw this, watching a British Trooper review the video. He went from being not much of a gun guy to wanting to get his hands on your work of gunsmith art. Love your channel man, God bless!
1 week from now: we made a selector switch for the AK-50 and the new 50 Cal drum mag.
He should put a pintle mount for the AK-50
Mmmmmmmmm
rpk50
it fits 30 rounds!!!
Drum mags suck
And they just need to paint it like an AK now
Remember being hyped about this in middle school. I’m now 25 and it’s here.
Made me shed a lil tear it’s done. Every update video was one step closer congrats Brendan.
Hype for a gun you'll never own? Weird
@@SavingPvtBryan32 yap yap
You were 17 in middle school???
@@Underpantsniper coulda been 16 and held back a year or sum
@@SavingPvtBryan32 Irony here being that you making this comment makes you the biggest weirdo.
Congrats Brandon! The UNSC and Emperor thanks you for contributions to future conquests.
The AK 50 is actually bringing every youtuber I follow together.
@BrandonHerrera , historically I’ve always supported the 2nd amendment but this gun of yours is what is making me, at 38 never having fired a weapon in my life, despite always agreeing with it politically and being a conservative, albeit having an interest in classical music and a fear of hearing loss (for this reason, I support your congressional campaign, since current federal regulations regarding noise suppression devices are causing hearing loss legitimate law abiding gun owners, police officers and members of the armed services), make me want to look into it if I recover from the current hereditary illness (Marfans, which causes premature arthritis and the risk of aortic dissection among other delightful things, fortunately in my case the symptoms only became unbearable about six years ago, but my doctors are genuinely working hard for me). God bless you, and thank you for the wonderful things you do!
Ian from Forgotten Weapons has said that, as lofty as it sounds, he wants to do videos on "all the guns" he can find so he can build a comprehensive, timeless archive of firearm history and engineering. Just imagine, one day Ian will do a historical and engineering breakdown of the famous AK50.
We need gun Jesus to bless the AK50
Finally, it’s here. I’ve been waiting so long and it is so beautifully done. Awesome work.
I've been in rehab for 194 days. I have often thought about how the AK-50 was doing. Tonight is my first day home and I get on RUclips to find this... I feel like this is God's gift for completing the program. Thank you Brandon.
Congratulations
Congratulations my friend
Thanks fellas
Congrats!! Definitely a gift for your achievement!!
Stay strong man .
The intro, is likely the most honest, no-BS, and fun intro i've ever seen.
Bravo sir. Bravo !
Edit : Next project. The legend of WW2, the German Mauser... As .50 cal ?
Papa Kalash is looking down from Heaven with a smile on his face to Brandon.
And Stoner is right there, giving a thumbs up with him.
Its beautiful.
Don't forget Browning giving a stern nod of approval.
Brandon I am so proud of what you have achevied. I want one, that bad boy is amazing.
Hello there grandpa
Your kd with this rifle would be far too high to be fair😅 irl and in gaming.
Missed opportunity to have Scott come in at the end and pick it up, and everybody screams NOOOO!!!
Who’s Scott¿
@@metaphysicallymotivatedKentucky ballistics
That would've been hilarious 😅
"NonononoNONO.. WaitWaitwaitwaitWaitWAITWAIT!!"
💀💀💀
Brandon Herrera, Great video! Enjoyed watching. So many can learn alot just by listening 💛💯💯💯💯👍
Kalashnikov is Smiling where ever he may be .. and tearing up at the same time. Kudos my friend.
Да, он бы оценил. Я с Вами согласен.
Kalash just steals weapon designs
Edit: look up the mp 155 ultima
@@Wickedonezz huh?
@@Wickedonezz someone actually speaking truth
@@LisichnikovSevastyan fuckin russian ofc u said that
My brother has passed in a tragic accident a couple of weeks ago. The AK50 was really something we as brothers followed and talked about. So sad to think that he isn't here to see the "finished product"...
I’m sorry for your loss bro. Fly high🕊️
Sorry dude. It'll take a long time to heal.
Im very sorry for your loss, he is probably looking down and having a chuckle that it got finished:)
*Accident*
Sorry for your loss. Pretty sure he's smiling ears-wide looking at us seeing this finished product.
Very few people on the internet ever actually deliver. Brandon actually delivered.
It’s impressive as all shit
Now let's remember that and send him to Congress
Kudos to him for that.
@@brentsines6040Tony Gonzalez wouldn’t build a damn AK-50
@@scotts148 exactly
Fun fact: the RPK Aftermarket Part from MW3, was based on the AK-50 by Brandon Herrera!
It’s sad that Mikhail isn’t here to witness this. I’m sure he’s looking down from wherever he is with a smile on his face. This has been a fun ride Brandon, can’t wait to see more stuff from you!
I love that with all the growth brandon has gone through the years all Culminating in running a successful congressional campaign as well as this 8 year dream. He's still kept his sense of humor. Its been a hell of a ride to watch
wait...ITS BEEN 8 YEARS ALREADY?????
That barrel whip is severe!
I can see 3 potential causes:
1. Impulse gas on piston pushing gas block forward
2. Muzzle brake ports deflecting gas upwards pushing muzzle down.
3. Recoil rolling gun back and down at the butt pivoting on the bipod.
Need to watch a slower slo-mo to see if the deflection starts before the muzzle brake gasses.
Could test a version without brake.
Could test a barrel without gas port.
Could find a way to pin the gas block to the receiver to counter the thrust.
Hopefully they see this. Those seem like important issues that may result in the 50s demise.
Slow down cheecho, he just got the thing working.
I'm glad I'm not the only one concerned about that.
Probably all compounding
I guarantee you he looked at that footage and will look into it.
I love the Deadpool style intro 😂
No more "Where AK-50?"
Now is the day of: "THERE AK-50!"
Ak50 dropped before GTA6* what a world we live in
@@jeffsorrows GTA 6 *
@@6meow6-b2u lol I'm still half cocked at 4am from white claw tests lol but we all understand! Anyway corrected my comment, thank you haha
honestly I was almost expecting half life 3 first… glad I was wrong
Did anyone ask "how AK-50?"
Next you should do the MP50, a fully functional MP5 in 50AE
Top!
You should look up the HK51, HK shrunk down a g3 and literally made an mp5 in .308.
Love too watch when you turn on the full auto mode 😂😂😜🤣😵💫
Or the MP40... which may be even more funny/fucky
HOW BOUT P90 50CAL?
The credits at the beginning are just *perfect*.
And I also love the way that the Deadpool theme is carried on consistently through the video.
I dont care how much you overpaid the editor, they were still worth it.
i cuss a lot and i never realized how lame i probably come off but this video made me realize it
I'm watching this a third time and the first part...it makes me literally cry. I just love gun community even though I live far away from my this family❤🥰
Брэндон , скорее всего ты не прочитаешь этого , но когда ты задумал этот проект... Ты начал творить историю, и по праву можно сказать,что ты вписал своё имя в современную историю оружейников без миллиардных бюджетов и огромных компаний... Спасибо
Поддерживаю.
Ждём авторежим АК-50?
this will go down in the history books
Ich bin so froh das diese Geschichte, welche ich schon lange verfolge, endlich Früchte trägt. Ich verfolge deinen Kanal schon lange, und für nen Typen der in Deutschland wohnt und leider noch keine Waffenbesitzkarte hat, da es hier nicht so einfach ist, weil unsere Regierung noch viel mehr Angst vor dem eigenen Volk als eure hat.
Sollte ich mal dazu kommen den wunderbaren Staat Texas zu besuchen würde ich wirklich gerne mal vorbeischauen und die AK 50 zumindest mal in die Hand nehmen.
Führe deinen Arbeit fort, ich werde den Weg weiter verfolgen.
Alles gute Brandon!
Gott schütze dich deine Familie und alle die du kennst znd Gott schütze Amerika.
*Hand zum Salut*
Isso Bruder.
Holy shit...
It's ALIVE! - Dr. Brandonstein
Ak-50 is the guy not the gun
I believe it's pronounced "Bron-don-steen"
Senator Dr. Brandon's stein.
Nice PFP
This thing is a work of art for sure. It is actually a very violent tool. With a longer barrel / get an old FN anti aircraft barrel, mill it down,.chrome, chase, and wrap it in carbon.
You’re telling me I could live in a country where a freshmen congressman from Texas happens to be the designer of the world’s first AK 50? I’m so proud right now. Good luck
"I promised something to my subscribers 8 years ago and never stopped until it was built" is seriously a bigger accomplishment than most members of congress can claim.
One of the most based things that's happened in America in a while lol
@@tenofprimethe fact that he can confidently say that because it's the truth and it shows his commitment into something too...
When I first heard of this I was down range in Kandahar. My son was just a baby and when i got home we would watch videos of the AK guy, Demo Ranch, Kentucky Balistics, and Doughnut. Now when he gets home from school i fet to surprise him with the the legendary AK50.
My very good long-time friend graduated from med school today as an army doctor. This is a good treat for him, he deserves it. Thanks Mr. AK Guy.
That should be SENATOR AK Guy pretty soon 😁
@@caliberspecificreloadCongressman actually
Well done Brandon.... I knew you would get this right Brother!! Man we waiting to see them on the shelf
Step 1: Finish AK-50
Step 2: Take Tony's seat
CONGRATULATIONS! This is such a a huge moment for you, your hard work and perseverance have been inspiring. Your intro had me rolling btw
step 3: abolish atf and gun control
Where do we go from here? … Washington ….we get you elected and bring some common sense to Washington.
I live in Alabama and I still donated to his campaign. Alot of people are rooting for him
Step 4 President
Its Brandon's seat. Tony is just getting in the way.
It’s been 8 years. I’ve graduated, married and had a son just in time for him to experience this masterpiece. Always knew you guys could do it.
8 years? I was ten when Brandon started the AK50. Now I'm 18 and haven't even done anything with my life LOL? Still trying though.
damn bro, I was single and still and school when he started this project and now I'm not in school and still single. Crazy how time has gone by
Hi there from South Africa, I spend most of my limited data looking at your videos. I just needed to let you know, love your work, and this achievement, I saw the emotion in your face. Great work, the commitment to your passion and the world of FA, we can see that. You might not hear it enough but thank you to both you and your team. I am a 55 year old dad, shot many FA's...but this video made my day. God Bless and keep up the great work!!
Hell yeah brother! God bless
Lekker boet my dad loved he's R1 too. God bless
Ngl I wish there was a full version of the Angel Of The Morning cover from the intro. That was awesome.
Agreed!
That shoulder fire footage needs to be a campaign commercial
The Republican she told you not to worry about
😂@@BeltFedSelfDefense
I've been a registered gunsmith in Australia for only a few years and my favourite projects are farmers ak47 and 74 that come in after their barrels and pins were welded shut and you can tell who got a collectors license and who burried them in PVC pipe because the ones in pvc pipe are still nicely oiled.
When they hear i can make it a legal rifle again their eyes light up like a adult riding in his dads childhood car.
I've handled 2 50calibre rifles in my career and i got goosebumps before i even fired.
If any Australians want a custom action .38 revolvers I'm one of few makers in queensland, ill also do most modifications.
Owning assault rifles in Australia is legal ?
@@prashanthb6521 absolutely only if it's job related e.g wild boar exterminator, government agencies and primary producers (me and certain shops with the correct licence)
You need extra special permission to be allowed fully automatic and that's usually restricted to military and special police
But who's to say you don't need a 20 or 30 round self loading rifle for your farm. You're allowed a 50 cal in Australia but the loopholes make it draining to own.
We own more firearms now than before the amnesty program, we just don't need them for self defence. To us it's a hobby or work and you can usually trust people follow correct firearm safety but if they have a rusty looking barrel and they drink VB then I'm probably Gunna move a few campsites down haha
@@prashanthb6521 Assault rifles have 3 round burst or full auto. If all you have is semi auto, it isn't assault, it's just a rifle.
Working on government firearms when your neighbor can’t have one has to take a piece of your soul.
@@d0nn13m0n0 anything the government's allowed you're allowed, you just need extensive knowledge of the licenses you apply for. I'm one of 237 "permitted" concealed carry yet no matter how much googling I did 6 years ago everywhere told me it wasn't allowed, turns out it's just a PITA permit you apply for every 3 months and it essentially allows you to carry a non chambered firearm in public access and it was originally made for fairs grounds to be able to hold shooting competitions.
Just wanna say that since they've already taken our firearms you never see them asking for them again lmao meanwhile anytime I see California in the news I wonder what the heck they are doing.
Australia is tightly regulated but I'm glad it's that way, I'd rather a man make a killdozer than unload a full auto when push comes to shove, kill dozer takes determination and a grudge.
As a former USSR border patrol tried to imagine how would I walk through taiga in the Far East with his gun on my shoulder. My respect to the crew of creators, engineers and the most enthusiastic Mr. Herrera. Wish I can shake your hand, Sir!
What?
@@Titian083 What do you mean what?
@@tavish4699what what?
@@nathanwn93 what what what??
@@nathanwn93 what what
Truly, a story of focus. Determination. Sheer F***KING will.
I'm so happy I found your channel when looking for the reactions to the guns in John Wick. You're AWESOME, Brandon. Can't wait to see what you do next!