GHK AKM V2 GBBR Review: 9 Years Later

[@dark2023-1lovesoni]

I gave my last GHK AK74 away to some kid for free. I hadn't used it in years and was moving to a cold climate soon. I found the kid online when I was trying to sell the GHK AK. He seemed super interested and wanted to try to mock it up like an AN-94. He said he needed to save up for a couple months to afford it, so I just told him I couldn't wait that long and he could just have it for free. I figured I wasn't using it and wouldn't miss it much, so it was a "free to a good home" sort of mindset.

[@dark2023-1lovesoni]

I originally bought it before GHK made the AKM series. I really like having airsoft equivalents for each of my real steel weapons, because they make training cheap and fun. Now I need to actually get a GHK AKM &/or AKMS. Plus the WE 950, never thought I'd actually see an airsoft replica of that hit the market.

[@the_spaniard8345]

​​@@dark2023-1lovesoniyou sir are a wonderful person, bet you made that kid really happy

[@lofighost8811]

@@dark2023-1lovesoniur awesome dude

[@NoDracotv]

May GOD keep blessing u bro!! That so fucking cool man

[@The_Darkened_One]

Certainly one of your best reviews yet! I don't even feel that it is long, not at all. Extremely informative, pleasing to watch, and the soothing voice and retro theme makes this review a blast to watch! As usual, i'll be looking forward to your future videos!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you! I’m thrilled to hear that. I did my best to cover everything, while throwing in some creative little breaks between each subjects. It was quite fun.

[@LSFD7]

I have on purpose postponed watching this review for one entire month, waiting for the day I would have time to watch it in my bed on a lazy morning on a day off. That day off finally came today and it was absolutely worth it ! Thank you for the good times I've had watching your video.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hey I’m thrilled you waited for the perfect moment to watch the vid! Glad you enjoyed it man, you’re welcome. Cheers!

[@Ultra-Collector]

Some airsoft chans are good,but every now and then you find one that goes beyond and above,is full of knowledge,full of things the majority just do not dare go through or into,lengths that few really experience with gas rifles or things guys think to even post content on. This chan is perfect,full of the most important things we should and need to know. It’s almost mind blowing the tears of knowledge we’ve all just learned about this GBBR. I couldn’t have asked for,or needed to know more about this rifle! Thanks so much Buddy,and please keep ‘em coming! Ultra

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks, buddy. I did my best. I dedicated a lot of time on this one, but it was fun. Cheers!

[@peaceandwealthseeker4504]

lol at the golden eye reference! Haven't played airsoft in 10 years and when I stopped Injust got my first GBBR the WE PDW.... just got a verifiably reliable never fielded and fully upgraded ak74u ghk with 5 new co2 mags for a steal. Very excited to play around with it. Already has W&S full steel kit and all internals upgraded. Been loving the games at airsoft fields recently the kits and guns are so much nicer than 10 years back

[@BadaBingPictures]

I love Goldeneye, hah. Great to hear you got yourself a banger of a AKS-74U!! And welcome back to the game. So much has changed in 10 years, some for the better…..and some not so much.

[@NotLikethisComrade]

I have an AK-74N from LCT and the materials used are just beautiful.....the beautiful cold steel paired with the beautifully designed plywood handguard and stock, the coloring and the grain just look beautiful. Unfortunately, the GHK AK-74 is still missing from my collection...., I've loved AK's since I was 11 years old.....now I'm 20 and I still love the Kalashnikov like the first day

[@Wabaanimkii]

I've been saying for years someone ought to do long term reviews of their airsoft gruns. You're my favorite now.

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’m always interested to see what happens to peoples guns as they put them to work over the years. You can really understand the platforms in a wide timeframe. I totally see where you’re coming from. Thanks man. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Wabaanimkii]

@@BadaBingPictures I've been playing since 04 and the oldest functioning gun I have is an Asahi M60, although I didnt buy that new. I'm considering doing a video comparison of KWA guns since I own their M4's gen 1,2 and 2.5. but because of how bad the 2.5 was. I kind of dont want to waste money on their new series guns. thanks again.

[@lyrooo326]

Long term reviews these are the the good ones. you are the best!

[@BadaBingPictures]

I always like to know how products perform long-term, so I’m doing my bit by giving some history of this GHK AK! Thanks 👍

[@g.p.airsoft]

Amazing as always. I like how you go into so much detail in your videos.

[@BadaBingPictures]

You are very welcome. Thank you for watching!

[@Polyshot]

Another excellent and comprehensive review from you as always, thank you! While it is not really related to this video, but I hoped that you haven't sold your GHK SG 553 yet, as I learned from an online retailer that the 2022 version of their SG 553 have their 3rd burst mode neutered to semi only-so yeah, you 3rd burst-capable SG 553 is now become a collector's item.

[@BadaBingPictures]

You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching! Sadly I sold my 553 a few years ago. I heard they deleted the 3rd burst function. It was never 100% anyway, so instead of actually fixing the problem they abandoned it. Good job GHK! I’d still buy another one if I had disposable funds as I really liked it.

[@Polyshot]

That's unfortunate...it seems like nowadays GHK is focusing on meeting the demands(and skimmed on the QC)instead of actually improving their products. Still thinking of get my hands on their AUG GBBR though(in OD Green, with built-in 1.5x optics and 20 in. barrel of course!😍).

[@BadaBingPictures]

If they took the time to refine their stuff, then great! But they’re falling behind and the likes of VFC have stepped up and gone to great lengths to improve themselves and their image. OD AUG’s are like moon rocks at this point. I heard they discontinued the OD colour..which if true is an outrage!

[@larn8975]

Awesome video. Love every piece of added attention you put into every detail.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you very much!! I super appreciate your kind words. Thrilled to hear you enjoyed it.

[@RealFakeGuns]

Great video and thanks for the shoutout!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Cheers, bro! That reminds me. Sorted out the link for the card 👍

[@regimes]

Well worth the wait. Have a GHK AK and must say that the TNT hopup kit does give my piece a better accuracy vs stock.

[@roxerpro100]

been running my AKM every weekend for the past 4 year -corona lockdown season.. when i first got it the akm broke the sear, hammer, broke the bolt in half and bend the spring guide after the first 2 game sessions... but went ahead and upgreated whole trigger unit put in a W&S kit filed all my feed lips and nozzle wings. also upgreated myhop and barrel to mapleleaf with TDC mod. havent broken anything else after years of hard abuse :D

[@johnfaustus1]

What's your point ? That you got a shitty rifle, replaced a bunch of things, and now it's no longer shitty?

[@roxerpro100]

@@johnfaustus1 yes from one of the shittiest stock GBB to the most solid

[@johnfaustus1]

@@roxerpro100 Again, what is your point? What you are saying is: I bought a broken thing, fixed it, and now it's not broken. YES - we get it.

[@roxerpro100]

whatever is up your arse please take it out aparently it hurts.. we get it

[@johnfaustus1]

@@roxerpro100 But of course, you would be an expert on having things up your arse.

[@YearOfTheDog82]

Excellent review, and excellent use of the Ultimate Admiral soundtrack!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. 👍 I’m not aware of the Ultimate Admiral.

[@philiptrommelen6980]

When I was picking up my GHK, I asked our local seller to inspect the replica exactly because of QC. I was the lucky one.. my friend and I went to pick another GHK for him.. From 3 pieces in stock we didnt choose none of them.. So yeah, QC sucks. Eitherway, when somebody asks me whether to buy the GHK Ak, Im sending him this video. Thank you.

[@BadaBingPictures]

If I worked in a shop that had these flawed products I’d feel embarrassed. I mean, they probably were too. Outrageous. Thanks man. Great to see you again 👍

[@rayndown]

Best airsoft reviewer no questions asked! What would you say the chance of getting a faulty one is? Have heard about quality control issues with GHK

[@Jesscrayons]

If you are buying a brand new one high like not worth the risk high as it’s not just fault in terms of the barrel it stops the hop up working and can make them totally non functional. I have 2 GHK aks and love them a lot but one was older new discontinued stock I found in a shop cheap and the other was 2nd hand. If you want to get a GHK AK I’d say join the heavy recoil club discord and ask them about it in the GHK ak channel. There are a lot of good 2nd hand GHK aks out in the wild looking for homes.

[@darthtyranus378]

I'd say there's less than a 25% chance just based on personal experience and the issues themselves are blown completely out of proportion.

[@connerstines1578]

I'd say generally go into it knowing that there can be a bit of break in and hand fitting to get it perfect, it's the case with a lot of gas guns, generally. Not just GHK. Even real stuff can be finicky out of the box, you know how it is here in 'Merica, we get to handle real stuff a lot and so the issues are less suprising since gas guns mimic real stuff that can have issues.

[@sogerc1]

I have a 2021 version, it came with almost non-functional hop-up and all mags have feeding issues to some extent, some better than others, BadaBing barely mentioned those. My bolt stop also needed the little o-rings to work, it's a known mod. Despite all this, I'm happy I bought the thing, I agree with Darth, the issues are not that big of a deal. Unfortunately those nice LCT externals are expensive, so you kinda expect a flawless gun, but it's not. My 2019 GHK AUG had even less issues and I think I'll get a SIG 551 too.

[@wazzdawg]

@@darthtyranus378 Aye, plus most of the issues can be fixed/replaced.

[@kozaamovies1779]

Gonna look for the Marui AKM then :D Btw thanks fot MTR review, I just bought one to replace second hand MWS I bough last winter. Both of them feel really good and I can't wait to use the newer one in the field this weekend.

[@Aiden01000]

Hello, I watched your entire video and I loved it! 💫

[@BadaBingPictures]

Spaciba, comrade. Glad you liked it!

[@SparkyMTB]

I’m currently looking into getting a GHK AK but as a gbbr novice I’m nervous as it’s a lot of money to spend if I’ve gotta keep sourcing replacement parts that’s not great. However I am looking for a realism AK platform & the GHK seems to be at the top of the list.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Nice to see you in the comments again, Sparky! Completely understandable. In that case I would recommend finding a used one that is a few years old, while it’s no guarantee you’ll get a good one. An indication would be if the seller discloses the total round count of that particular GBBR. Higher the round count the better chances of it being a well-made unit. Or if money is no object you could invest in the Marui AKM. GBL are soon to be releasing a stamped steel receiver and that’ll put it in line with GHK. Then all you have to do is put on a wood kit. Expensive way to go about it though!

[@CP-ex9ce]

I strongly advise to put even a little more money for a Tokyo marui AKM , if you really want an AK GBB, I have 3 M4 TM MWS and one GHK AK, the TM are maybe expensive but there’s absolutely no comparaison for the reliability, GO for TM , GHK is a NIGHT MARE

[@dark2023-1lovesoni]

As a real steel AK guy, I find the GHK guns to be the only GBBRs I'd consider a proper replica AK. Especially with a full travel bolt upgrade. They even have some parts compatibility with real AK bits, primarily furniture. Plus the internals and function are extremely similar. So you build familiarity with how an actual AK works. Especially useful if you ever plan to go into military or own a real AK someday.

[@CP-ex9ce]

Check out the new TM AKX 😍👍

[@BusinessWolf1]

Look dude, if you want realism you're gonna have to spend. Shit breaks. Especially airsoft shit, which isn't anywhere near as developed an industry as powder weapons manufacturing. You're gonna have to replace valves, o-rings, maybe parts but I doubt that part if you replace them with the steel ones. Then it's just a one time cost.

[@aa1418-t7l]

This is the kind of review i want to see, extremily well done a, very enjoiable

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you, Mr Astudillo. Great to have your company 👍

[@macp5464]

Absolutely love this classic, Soviet filled editing haha. Very impressive!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks! I quite enjoyed making this one, and finding all these little clips to add. Thrilled to hear that you enjoyed watching it.

[@macp5464]

Hey, would you by chance remember what your GHK 553 chronod at? I don’t think I saw in your other review. I really want to pick one up, but need to make sure that it will actually throw under 400.

[@BadaBingPictures]

If I remember correctly it was around 340-360ish. The 1J nozzle wasn’t very good. I lost pressure and began to chug near the end of a fully gassed mag. Either way you can tune it what you’d like with the grub screw mod. I miss that 553. It was a wonderful little GBBR.

[@macp5464]

Is that nozzle able to be replaced with an upgrade? If I do decide to buy the 553, I’ll definitely be ordering the Maple Leaf CNC hop up unit as well. Really want that gun, but I’m trying to be cautious with that price tag.

[@BadaBingPictures]

I don’t believe anyone makes aftermarket parts for the 553. Well, no upgrade nozzles as far as I can see. Yep. It’s an expensive GBBR! Overpriced for sure.

[@jonathandavin9429]

First time viewing this channel. I'm very impressed, great presentation. Intelligent content. I'm a TM AKM guy myself but this is making me think about buying both. 😆.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Mr Davin, welcome to the channel. Wonderful to have your company! Also, thanks for watching my video. Glad you liked it. To be fair the TM AKM puts up a good fight though. 👍

[@prowoto]

so happy i found this channel this is amazing content

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoy the material 👍

[@ETNTO]

Those gas tanks are handy for swapping to nitrile orings which are a very cheap but excellent upgrade

[@Solidsnake0208]

I’m still waiting for the day where someone pulls into that car park whilst you’re shooting that half mannequin on the chair 😂 Great video as always, was really excited for this one and you didn’t disappoint

[@BadaBingPictures]

Haha. I’m lucky it’s private land. And no longer accessible. Cheers mate. It’s nice to bring so AK content to the channel. It sparked my creative juices. 👍

[@mp0898]

My brain:Lets get an AK74MN Me: But the quality contro- Brain: AK74MN

[@ashutoshguruvanshi2123]

What is difference regarding looks and shape,size, weight etc in real ak and akms gbb

[@5433039]

Awesome review and editing! I’m gonna get the GHK AKS-74MN, soon. Thanks for your content, my friend! What’s the name of the awesome music you put in the intro? Sounds really really good!

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’m thrilled to hear you liked the video. Thank you very much for watching! I wish you all the best in your next purchase. These AK’s are really lovely. The music is by GalacticAudio and the track is “Epic Cinematic Space Music Big Bang”. A really uninspiring name but I feel it suited this project quite well. Check the link in the description.

[@5433039]

OMG, I didn’t see the link. Thank you so much, my friend!

[@BadaBingPictures]

You’re welcome. I do try to fill in the description with the list of music, but often I forget! All the best

[@DrayAviation]

do you now how to identify ghk year batch due to QC issue?

[@user-et1dg4rm6q]

does pure ghk akm with no replacement worth it? i'm hesitating to buy one

[@BusinessWolf1]

"Simple enough a child could use it. And they do."

[@te1962]

What I have experienced myself is that the gun works a bit different with the 1 j nozzle, I wonder if you would reach those distances and close those groupings with the regular nozzle.

[@MrJose786]

Thanks for the vid, you got a gift for film making ! I wanted to ask for the range test we're you using the 1 joule nozzle or the standard?

[@BadaBingPictures]

You are most welcome. A gift, you say? Well…don’t tell anybody but I have no idea what I’m doing. I was using my 1J nozzle throughout the video.

[@cheva801]

Where did you get the red dawn camo jacket? I want one too!

[@BadaBingPictures]

I found it on eBay many years ago. I was lucky to find it as they are EXTREMELY rare! I saw one last week go for $500. I made a video on mine here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b33coqV7lr1qnc0 MoeGuns makes a hoodie if you don’t mind owning a repro.

[@TheShinyHaxorus3D]

Also, I know you've had your reservations about the full travel kit, but DH modding your magazines and switching to CO2 completely solves the cyclic rate problem if that's something you want to try out.

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’ve seen the results of those two elements combined and it’s very cool, but it’s not a necessity to have full travel…for me anyway. I only use propane too because I have a large tank that powers my entire collection. DHM just for one gun wouldn’t be a wise investment.

[@g.p.airsoft]

Do you have any experiences with KWA AKs? I'd like to know how does it compare to the GHK one.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Nope. I haven’t heard anything good about them. I trust the feedback from the GBBR community when they recommend avoiding KWA GBBR’s. As I understand there’s practically zero 3rd party support for them either, so that says a lot too.

[@aqua04031227]

You are an excellent GHK SPECIAL salesman. I am a captive of GHK thanks to you. ；)

[@saud.123]

From which store did you purchase this product?

[@themodelbuilder7866]

Have buy a second hand one... very old model and barrel is also a little bit downwards... i think that is normal... on some models a bit more and on others less... good video... greetings from germany❤

[@Cold_Cactus]

And thats why the bak mags are soo hard to find now.....

[@robuxman8035]

biggest issue with mine (GHK AK74, reviewing the video the magazines have the same functions and design besides the general shape) which I got a few days ago, is that the BBs just simply wont go into the magazine as shown in the video. Im not sure if its a manufacturing issue but even though their infamous for their narrow feeds, it just does not match the 6mm BBs. If anyone has any information on if the bbs do end up going in easier over time thatd be great, or other advice, but out of the box it feels literally impossible.

[@heyheyhophop]

Thumbs up for that Alyonka bar!

[@Collin.F]

Very nice video! Just got my GHK AKM, replaced with the steel outer barrel, W&S trigger and full travel kit, upgraded the hop-up, inner barrel and fire control part set, absolutely love it! Your more square trigger guard looks MUCH MORE REALISTIC! Just wondering how you modified it and what specifically you replaced with? I would like to do it too. Thank you very much!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks! Yeah I’m quite satisfied with how the vid turned out. Congrats on your purchase! Sounds great. The trigger guard of mine is all original GHK. I took it off and used a small blow torch and a hammer to straighten the anchor tab. Check out my IG post here: instagram.com/p/B5DtDLsHLGx/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

[@Collin.F]

@@BadaBingPictures Damn! You are amazing, it turned out so great👍🏻!! I will try the same thing today. Thank you so much! I also ordered a Russia made real AK bakelite pistol grip too, the original plastic one looks terrible, I don’t want it either🤪

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@Collin.F You’re very welcome. Try not to bend this piece of metal too many times as it will weaken. So flatten the end piece out and create a new bend not too far up and it should make it more accurate to a well made russian AKM. And yes! The original is awful. You really really dont need that in your life, haha.

[@BusinessWolf1]

To everyone watching this, literally, everyone: Airsoft guns are exactly like car models!! The same model car is different from year to year. Same thing with airsoft guns! The fact that this rifle is 9 years old and almost 10 now, means there have been almost 10 years of improvements since this guy bought his. The same thing happened with my glock 17 gen 4 from Umarex. Almost every video on youtube talked about issues that I checked when I got mine, and they were not there at all. I got it in june of 2022 and I still have zero problems with it.

[@rowanoglepiquette]

Whats that camo you're using? It almost looks like strichtarn mixed with partizan.

[@BadaBingPictures]

You ever see the movie Red Dawn, from 1984? It’s the “Russian” camouflage used in that film. I have a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b33coqV7lr1qnc0 Amazing films by the way if you haven’t seen it.

[@davidsawtell3855]

where did you get that baklite ghk magazine? im guessing you made it custom but anyone know where I could buy some?

[@BadaBingPictures]

You could buy the original Izhmash bakelite magazines from any good militaria shop or gunshop. If you can find them that is. You’d have to convert them yourself for GHK internals but it’s possible. No one sells them ready to go, as far as I know.

[@davidsawtell3855]

Sorry for the late reply, I know this is a long shot but if you still have the already converted magazines would you be willing to sell them? Lmk, great video btw 👍

[@Sch1z0Aff3ct1ve-xm1bt]

First off I thank you for your in-depth video and going over each and every intricate and important detail about your GBB Airsoft Rifle. And also thank you for not only explaining the pros but also the cons. However I have a question. Wouldn’t it be better to send it back to Evike? I ask because Evike has brought this GHK GBB Airsoft Rifle back in stock. And I am not exactly privy, skilled or experienced in mechanics like you and those who have similar experience in your field. This is why I asked a question that might seem….redundant or irrelevant because of how long you have had your Airsoft GBB Rifle.

[@BadaBingPictures]

You are very welcome. Glad you enjoyed the video, thank you! Sure. Anything which isn’t quite right should be sent back to the shop. GHK especially. With GHK though, they are particularly a brand you ought to be extra cautious about. Seeing the sloppy work that escaped the factory and into the customers hands is outrageous. When people liken it to playing the lottery, they mean it. That’s how it is. Try one out in a shop if you can. Shoot it and see. Or the used market may reveal more reliable results. If you are certain about buying one. If it’s your first GBB platform, I would probably recommend something else.

[@Sch1z0Aff3ct1ve-xm1bt]

Thank you for taking the time to reply to my comment. To shorten my explanation, predicament, and situation; The only option available to me is to shop on online Airsoft stores and shoot airsoft bb guns in my back yard. I am familiar with GBB. I started off pistols and a SAA army blued colt, I have a Double Bell Kar 98k shell ejecting rifle and a KWA LM4-RIS. I try to make sure that I maintain my airsoft gun parts with firearm lubricant as needed and I check to make sure that everything is working as it should be. Also I am a huge fan of History and am a Airsoft Replica Enthusiast. However I am not what you would call an engineer, craftsman, or handyman; but I try none the less. With all this information in mind that I have given you. Would you still recommend this GBB rifle to me?

[@TehSuperWaffle3000]

45:32 milspecsolutions stocks the W&S full travel kit periodically, I just bought one along with full W&S FCG (apart from the disconector sear which they don't seem to stock at all)

[@ryanh6586]

A bit off topic but do you plan to acquire and review the vfc FAL gbbr?

[@BadaBingPictures]

It’s not on the list because I never liked it. Always preferred the G3.

[@Historyrevenge777]

Gotta say after two years trying to find a ghk in stock in England I've gone with the TM I've also heard the QQ on ghk has gone down the pan I'm happy with my TM just a question of getting rid of the plastic wood

[@BadaBingPictures]

It’s probably for the best. I’ve been really enjoying my TM AKM. Its so good I really don’t care about the plastic furniture.

[@codemy666]

@@BadaBingPictures How would you say the GHK compares to the TM AKM? (potentially comparison video coming?)

[@hkwhale]

👍👍Very detail

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you. I enjoyed making this one 👍

[@stewbacca117]

Nicely put together as always me old. 👌😎

[@BadaBingPictures]

Spaciba, comrade 😉

[@nilsvandamme1738]

I'm really glad I found this video, it's really well made (especially the soviet TV transitions

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’m really glad to have your company. Thanks for watching. It’s a tricky thing, because I don’t ever want to play the lottery with other peoples money by giving you the green light. There’s always the chance of finding a 2nd hand rifle that’s being sold for genuine reasons, and those are likely to be without any nasty issues lurking beneath the surface. Or find a reputable dealer that can assure you that what you’re buying is tip-top. And that they’ll look after you following the purchase. Worth investing in? I think it’s best to ask “is it worth the risk?”. If you’re not going to be depending on it 100%, and mainly collectors piece…perhaps.

[@nilsvandamme1738]

@@BadaBingPictures Thanks for the fast answer! I appreciate your word of caution, I'd consider it's my own responsibility if ever I decide to run the risk to buy a GHK. The last thing I'd want would be for the rifle to break shortly after acquiring it, and/or ending up being definitely faulty beyond repair, idk if it's that bad here despite all I read about QC issues. I wouldn't mind replacing a few pieces with upgrades or whatever, but at this price I'd expect it to work for a while on it's own without replacements being 100% needed. It's true I'm mainly interested for collection but I'd rather have something I can also play with if I ever wanted to. In the worst of cases I'd be down to go for an AEG since a LCT one would still look the same, but it's not the same feeling ofc... In all cases i'm really happy to have some enlightened input from an experienced GHK user, most airsoft reviews don't seem to show how rifles end up on the long run so it's really nice. Thanks again for the video and the answer! (and I LOVE your Red Dawn Parka btw!)

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@nilsvandamme1738 you’re very welcome. It’s a crap position to be in. Because these rifles really look great, and so long as it’s been built well from the factory, they’ll run like a train. However, as we’ve seen with mine it’s not totally 100%. The operation from the nozzle to the chamber in particular leaves a high margin for error, and one day it’ll only take something that’s off by a fraction and that can be game over. I think if the nozzle had a return spring it would give the correct amount of time during cycling to snap back home before the carrier can make its journey back forward. Thus ensuring the nozzle remain in a fixed position. As long as the path from the feedlips to the chamber is straight, it wouldn’t be a problem. In that particular area of operation anyway. I high recommend checking out the HRC Discord server for more information, and pinned section for guides.

[@nilsvandamme1738]

@@BadaBingPictures Thanks for the advice, very glad to be able to talk about this stuff in a youtube comment section of all places. I'll join the discord and ask there 👍

[@BusinessWolf1]

If you don't play often, what you need is realism to not get super bored. That electric sound and the zero kick from the bolt moving fast gets old. These are metal parts. Even if you don't upgrade to steel, they will last if you're not using them constantly.

[@woody7948]

hey bing, is the recoil spring guide rod steel or pot metal?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Yo, It appears to be steel.

[@ludded9255]

I recently bought a GHK Ak74 and my barrel is warped to the right, now I finally know why I took the whole thing appart and tried to fix it but nothing worked. Any suggestions? And it seems like that the frontsightpost also looses its grip when you have a supressor equipped for a long periode of time so I guess the tape fix you talked about it is. Great Video as always your channel was one of the reasons why I bought a ghk M4 and now a 74 and even though they have some problems its probably the most fun I had with any airsoft replika so far.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Woah, that sounds awful! I wish it could be a case of using a hammer to beat the barrel straight, but sadly they’re still toys haha. If the barrel is not bent and it’s just it’s attachment to the receiver trunnion which is giving you the alignment issues, I’d say it would need its thread correcting. Trouble is you’d need a lathe or something… This is outside of my wheelhouse, so check out the Heavy Recoil Club discord. You’ll find the best knowledge on there. Link is in the description 👍 And thanks for watching the video. Glad you liked it. Cheers

[@Nick-fz7eg]

It’s lucky you got it so long ago. I purchased a AK105 a year or so ago and it was broken from the start with holes in the bolt guide, which broke the nozzle on the first shot. I understand this is down to their recent guns having terrible QC issues. I got it working but ultimately fell out of love with it…

[@BadaBingPictures]

I know that feeling mate. It’s not the same when you have to fix guns that should be 100% operational from day one! Sadly QC and GHK haven’t been the best of friends for years. If at all!

[@karl07777]

that panasonic vhs looking tv is so old school

[@BadaBingPictures]

Ah yes…the 1987 Panasonic AG-500 VHS monitor. I originally bought it specifically for my VFC VS WE MP5 video intro. The vintage set cost me £100 but since then I’ve been using it to play my Nintendo 64. The old analogue aesthetics are too cool!

[@sogerc1]

Nice work BadaBing! Did I saw Boris Yeltsin?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks mate. You did indeed! 😄

[@Eragon2kz]

whats gaz ref you use in cold temp plz ?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Propane. I only use Propane in all my GBB’s.

[@NeoMartel]

Why you don't get Maple Leaf Hop up chamber?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I don’t need to. I don’t play airsoft, so there’s not much reason to upgrade for plinking.

[@asdfjkl227]

On my real KZbin channel I did a comparison of airsoft to real trigger and that's exactly how a real trigger feels as you're describing.

[@packrunner2636]

Does anyone know what Camouflage pattern that is? Or the name of the jacket, it looks hella sick

[@BadaBingPictures]

It’s “Russian” camouflage made for the 1984 movie Red Dawn. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b33coqV7lr1qnc0

[@GiuseppeSimonetti]

My question is why is it harder to get an airsoft GBBR AK then a real one.

[@ivanhartley4378]

good review, but which you rather have, the ghk, we or tm?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’m starting to enjoy my TM more and more. The recoil slaps a bit harder than the GHK and it feels nicer. Better construction, despite the absence of traditional steel materials. All I would like is a harder HU rubber to lift heavier rounds and it’ll be perfect for me. Thank you, Mr Hartley. Good to see you in the comments.

[@ivanhartley4378]

@@BadaBingPictures yeah i know what you mean, i put 6 layers of tape under my hop arm to get it to lift 0.36g bbs ..... might have to design an arm and see if i can get them made.

[@dudus9287]

Do the new versions of ghk akm have full-cycle bolt action?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Nope. That’s the aftermarket W&S full travel kit.

[@dudus9287]

@@BadaBingPictures does it reduce durability? also I heard that ghk has some faulty akms, is that true? also is WE's Ak74 overall more durable or should I go for their MP5SD3 as first airsoft gun?

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@dudus9287 I don’t own that kit, so I don’t know the answer to that one. The fire control parts aren’t steel, so they’re not the most durable components anyway. Same with the WE AK. To be honest with you, GHK have a lot of problems with most of their inventory, and they don’t perform the fundamental quality control inspections on their units before shipping them out. Their AK’s can have parts which are completely off spec from the batch that proceeded them. Alignment issues with barrels and such. Way too complicated to list inside a comment section. I touch upon this towards the end of this video. I’ve never owned or used the WE AK74. I’d recommend checking out the Heavy Recoil GBBR Discord server as the amount of user feedback on all GBB’s is vast. Pinned comments are also a goldmine of information. Link in description. As a first airsoft gun though, I’d recommend starting with an AEG. A lot easier to use when you fresh of the field. GBB’s are difficult as there are so many variables.

[@dudus9287]

@@BadaBingPictures I wanted to start with gbb beacuse I love how realistic it is

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@dudus9287 That’s fair enough. In that case, here’s some tips to get your started. Make sure you use the best quality ammo you can afford. If you feed it crap, you’ll essentially have a gun shaped coffee grinder. I’ve had great experiences with Geoff bbs. Excel, Madbull, Guarder and Airsoft Surgeon. Rifles will work best with bb weights 0.30g or higher. Anything below would not deliver impressive groupings. Gas must be charged with the bottle inverted, so the liquid gas can fall down into the magazines gas tank. Gas charging will always be more consistent if the gas bottle is at a warmer temperature than the vessel (magazine) you’re intending to fill. Depending on the type of inlet valve, if both gas bottle and magazine are the same temperature, pressure can equalise and transfer little if any gas at all. Never leave your magazines empty of gas. At least not for long periods of time. Store with a few seconds of gas charged, this will keep pressure behind the seals and will prevent leaks. I always have mine loaded with gas and as I result I never have leaks. During the winter months it’s best to use a higher powered gas to deal with cooler temperatures. Again, it’s important to ensure the gas bottle is warmer than the magazine. If both objects are cold you’re not going to get a good charge. They’re not as maintenance heavy as people claim. If anything I at least make sure the barrel is super clean. Super Lube Multipurpose grease will be fine for metal to metal contact parts. Silicone oil for o-rings. There’s probably more, but you’ll pick it up as you do your research. Good luck

[@Dizzyfatpigeon]

Well, we all know what you ought to be looking at next, TM AK review soon?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Yep! Working on the TM AKM Review at the moment.

[@PeterPing]

Why won't you upgrade it with full travel kit?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Full travel doesn’t do anything for me. It’s more realistic but it doesn’t make the AK shoot any better. Only makes it sluggish. And I find it ridiculous to pay for a worse shooting experience. Sure, with the right aftermarket parts or mods the rate of fire can be increased to almost original speed. May as well leave it as it is. You know?

[@ArmandD]

Would you ever be interested in reviewing the Ra-Tech WE M14 EBR?

[@opairsoft8100]

If he got it for free probably

[@jonathanbevan7030]

When are we going to get the TOKYO MARUI MWS review 💔

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’ve done a couple of those over the years. Or do you mean an update?

[@reebwar64]

Perfection.

[@leamexplo]

After watching a lot of videos and trying to find a lot of information on the HK 416 A5 by VFC to disguise it as a 416D i was pretty amazed by the AK plateform. I repeated the same modus operandi. I was really impressed by the hype and the myth about GHK's AK. But I fear as a beginner to invest in this types of AK looking at the latest reviews and problems with ghk. I'm not really fond of Tokyo Marui's replica but if that may be one of the solution to get a good ak well why not !

[@BadaBingPictures]

They’re very cool but a risky purchase over the last few years. For a good GHK you’re better off finding a second hand unit, from a reputable seller. TM is a great option though. Less realistic, but still solid.

[@MKAnr1]

Nice Review :) I'm pretty sure I'd hit 10/10 at 40m on such a big target with my GHK AK or close. to it. Normally I shoot it at 50m metal plate the size of an A4 sheet, I would guess I hit 8/10 at that distance and the reest is very close. But mine is not standard either, Maple leaf hopup housing/barrel, with TDC mod. Power 1.6j and .4g BBs, I actually think it is as accurate as my MWS but it has also required some work, MWS have a modify bucking and T8 nub. But yours looks very unstable when you look at the amount of hopup from shot to shot

[@DerrGaMeR]

Your HopUp Performance sounds awesome. What do you mean by TDC mod? And which Bucking are you using with your ML chamber. I assume a 60° Hotshot. I am asking because after I put in the ML chamber in, since my plastic one got smacked, my accuracy seems to have gotten worse.

[@lewbyyyyyyyyy13]

@@DerrGaMeR Top Dead Centre. as in applying hop pressure from directly above, usually with a grub screw.

[@marcoescolin8981]

Long term review for GHK M4 next pls!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Honestly I don’t think I’ve fired a bag of bbs through it since my last video on it, all those years ago. Sorry to say, there won’t be much ground to cover. Maybe discuss it’s deficiencies in the system as a whole, but information on the subject is fairly well reported.

[@travelingfamily2534]

Dudemm u know how the hop up works ?

[@MrJose786]

Would you choose the TM Ak over the ghk?

[@BadaBingPictures]

It’s tough because I’m already so invested in the GHK. It’s all down to my real converted bakelite magazines. For my own personal reasons I enjoy that element the most, so I appreciate it more than the TM. And that’s all down to it’s authentic aesthetic. If I were to use common sense and logic it would likely be the TM.

[@MrJose786]

@@BadaBingPictures yeah I agree, I had hard time with hop up on mine and even considered selling it and getting the tm, but the feel of it and the recoil with the heavy bolt tops the tm

[@TheShinyHaxorus3D]

I would push back on these being easy to work on. I own around 10 gbbrs, from ARs to G3s, and this AK is by far the biggest pain in the ass to service. The problem is that the internal systems are held together with tightly tensioned springs and tiny, easy-to-lose screws, and while it's not so hard to take apart, putting it back together can take hours in comparison if you don't have otherworldly fine motor skills and small hands. Perfect example is the W&S single hook trigger. 20 mins to take apart, and almost 3 hours to put back together because of how the tiny screw attaches to the trigger, and how the springs have to be placed in order to tension properly. Just a warning for those of you that plan to do heavy work on this rifle.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Interesting you say that. I didn’t find it difficult. I do have girly dainty hands though… haha I find the WE M4/G36 trigger packs to be my arch nemesis’s. I just can’t.

[@Dizzyfatpigeon]

no way, did not expect to see you here, You're an awesome animator man, followed your FNV Anim Guide many moons ago (still mod it and play to this day) great to know you're also a GBBR aficionado.

[@noahmc7804]

Do the WE AKs have steel internals?

[@m72ar]

Nope, Steel Receiver, but Pot metal internals. The Pot Metal Trigger Groups needs replacing as the hammer breaks relatively quickly. Once you swap the trigger group to steel (will cost you around 100 USD, but don't get Ra Tech, too many horror stories from those) it will be mostly alright

[@morers]

aaahhh, Alyonka with coffee... thats the stuff

[@BadaBingPictures]

The chocolate itself is alright. I would’ve preferred Babaevsky dark chocolate instead but it wasn’t available at the time.

[@TheWolvesCurse]

i have the underfolder version, gitted with a tnt barrell and a maple leaf hop unit and bucking. with .36g bbs its kinda okay in terms of range and precision. full auto is not an option as i live in germany and full auto is illegal here. i use it for LARPing, where shooting in general is less of priority. for more action and target oriented play i prefer (S)AEG guns.

[@Ascension.z]

I always had a feeling that GHK was overhyped the question is where do I look to to get a good quality GBBR AK?

[@BadaBingPictures]

You don’t have many options. The other two contenders are mainly the WE Tech and Tokyo Marui AKM. The TM is a high quality GBBR, if you can look past the cast receiver and plastic furniture.

[@ArmandD]

How does this compare to the WE ak?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I have no idea. Never owned a WE AK before. I know the externals are not as nice and it has a full-travel bolt. Well, I think it stops a couple of centimetres in front of how far the real AK bolt travels…but it’s as full travel as you can get. It also drops the hammer when it’s empty, so it’s more realistic on two accounts.

[@Ironcobra666fuckyou]

Blyatiful review.

[@msgtvarela]

When’s the review for the Umarex/ VFC PSG-1 coming?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’m aiming towards the end of the year on the PSG. Multitasking was never strong suit.

[@msgtvarela]

@@BadaBingPictures cool. Take ur time, as long as it’s coming!

[@msgtvarela]

@@BadaBingPictures and I’m still on the fence of getting one and no else on KZbin does reviews as through and in depth as you do!

[@connerstines1578]

No offense intended, but I did detect some Slav in your stunning looks, thanks for the info. I'm considering a TM AKM or the GHK SG553 for my next purchase, it'll be a while off from now but the GHK AK never really impressed me for a few reasons. It does look good externally, that can't be denied.

[@BadaBingPictures]

😅 I talk with my hands 🇮🇹 and also grew up with boiled food 🇵🇱. Not my favourite cuisine! Oooo that’s a tough choice. I love them both. The Marui AKM is great but it’s extremely difficult to find the mags.

[@connerstines1578]

@@BadaBingPictures I have to order mags from Asia for my GHK AR, just about all of them are all permanently out of stock here in the U.S., and it seems like that's the case with everything except like the Umarex UMP, it's definitely inconvenient, but I guess it comes with the territory.

[@MKAnr1]

I think my TM MWS is great and maybe the best GBBR I have. But it just lacks soul, I'd rather use my GHK or even my WE PDW, the feeling is just different and I have more fun. It might sound stupid, but it's a bit like the TM is just too good an airsoft rifle, namely airsoft, if you understand, the ghk is just another step up in the feeling of realism, just like the step from AEG to MWS, but TM is just better for games.

[@Alex_K1390]

Spasibo!)

[@codyvon.]

That intro and a Russian font looks cool.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you!

[@KKKKKKK-sr1fz]

I am not even a airsofter just bumped in here … insane edit nice information style good quality video … but 600€ for a ak airsoft way too much for me

[@BadaBingPictures]

I appreciate you stopping by and watching the video. Thanks!

[@DonaldJPump24]

Oh no you used REAL bakelite mags?? Those things are like gold now.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Depends where in the world you are, I suppose. Last I checked they were obtainable here. And for a reasonable price too.

[@DonaldJPump24]

@@BadaBingPictures in the states you cant find one for less than $150 in working condition.

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@DonaldJPump24 Wow! That’s a ripoff. Hmmm…now I could capitalise on this hah

[@mrwickairsoft6345]

Always wanted a ghk

[@sjzee82]

im stuck whether to get a tokyo marui or a GHK, which one do you prefer?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I have the benefit of owning both. The GHK is nice to look at and the TM is a pleasure to shoot. I like both tbh. These days I might just opt for the TM

[@Terminatorbart]

At least it looks cool!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Haha. “The GHK AKM. I’m ever so sorry, but at least it *looks* cool”

[@woody7948]

ghk: better replica tm: better airsoft gun - ollie talks airsoft

[@BadaBingPictures]

Standard operating procedure. Nothing changes 😄 Ollie is a legend!

[@blyattacticool]

I need a drum gbbr mag production 😓

[@SupraTompan]

The GHK AKM is my next best GBBR, only falling behind The TM M4 GBBR.

[@OneThousandEyes]

There are rumours of a classic style steel receiver coming out for the TM AKM, along with a set of classic wood furniture. Perhaps going that route would be safer, rather than risking it with GHK? TM are after all much better in the QC department.

[@ferdinandolatin2125]

Please note 37:00 is kwa m11, lol

[@leventeszekeres8601]

Please a game video with GHK AKM

[@BadaBingPictures]

Sorry to say, I don’t play airsoft anymore.

[@Scorpiusza]

That 'look' watching Goldeneye.. hahaha

[@FlyingToadster]

Пожалуйста, Bada Bing, отличное видео, осталось понять где такие можно найти в СНГ

[@anonymousnoone77]

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