Metal Gear Solid - The Patriot Functional Replica

[@howardjones6432]

He stated it was heavy, loud, and impractical. Couldn't handle the power like the Boss. The game itself stated to handle such a weapon effectively, took a special individual...

[@zman9415]

Compared to the M1911 I show in the video, and essentially any standard handgun, it is indeed heavy, loud, and impractical. It doesn't matter what kind of individual you are, a 5.3lb (that's the empty weight) pistol with poor balance and no front sight, plus the supposed tumbling bullets, has very little practicality. Granted, if it magically had infinite ammo, you'd have accuracy by volume and not have to worry about reloading (don't tell Revolver Ocelot), so it'd be a little bit more practical, but even then you'd be pushing it!

[@CaptDestro]

@@zman9415 It's only impractical because the barrel is so short. You lose a lot of velocity and each shot has some serious muzzle flash/concussion. It might be worth doing in 300 Black Out but I'm not sure how reliable that would be from a drum.

[@zman9415]

@@CaptDestro caliber isn't really the issue, although you are correct about the 5.56 round losing tremendous amounts of velocity at this barrel length. The lack of sights and the general bulk are the major issues from the practicality aspect. Sure you could use a carry handle mount, but that's against the look. .300 BLK would still have some concussion issues as well, although not nearly as bad. As for the drum, it struggles because of the fast cyclic speed of the pistol gas system. Maybe a custom, extra-heavy buffer would help, but it's honestly not worth it.

[@AXLbutimreallyChad]

@@CaptDestro the short barrel was purposely meant to destabilize the 5.56 rounds (to make the rounds slither through the air like snakes) as stated in the games. It wasn't made for accuracy (which was shown by the lack of a front sight), it was made to rapidly fire a shower of slow, innacurate tumbling lead that would messily wound unarmored opponents and deal copious amounts of damage to the tissue instead of just piercing through. If used as a standard rifle/pistol, definitely impractical: if used as a man-shredder for close range, it's still impractical, but it damn well won't leave the person on the business end standing for long.

[@emmy4537]

He’s not The Boss. What do you expect?

[@SharpForceTrauma]

Now we just need to figure out an infinite drum.

[@zman9415]

I wish. Not going to lie, if I had a magical infinite magazine, I'd probably put it in another gun.

[@testname4464]

just use infinity face paint.

[@rickeyrat7342]

You could change the internal feeding device so that it’s shaped like an infinity symbol

[@rickeyrat7342]

*mechanism

[@thatoneguy1839]

@@zman9415 plus to make it automatic

[@KKovacsUSN]

Lets all remember that solidus beat metal gears with a p90 so this isnt even the highest suspension of disbelief to have a drum mag 20 years early.

[@killerratchet1973]

His P90 was loaded with explosive rounds to be fair but yeah

[@zerocalvin]

"it was heavy, loud, and impractical" lets not forget that not even Big Boss or Old Snake can handle this gun... both legendary soldier uses this gun like two handed assault riffle while The Boss uses it as single handed pistol on full auto.. so pretty much only The Boss is able to use this gun mainly because this gun is specifically design for her..

[@pythondeuce1174]

The Boss was God in the flesh.

[@testname4464]

One thing I just realized is without the dual-drum magazine, it looks like a baby AR-15

[@zman9415]

It is an AR15, just with a short barrel and no ability to attach a stock. The drum magazine is something that can be used on any firearm that accepts magazines that are STANAG compatible (use the same magazine that an AR15 does).

[@justadummy8076]

Yh it also looks like an HK 416 if it had a round hand guard, especially the hand grip, very similar

[@SPACKLEBOX]

I recently saw a video about a firearm by Franklin Armory called the Reformation which, for those who don't know, is a short barreled AR with a true stock that doesn't require a tax stamp because it has a linear-rifled barrel. The interesting thing about its ballistics is that the bullets tumble significantly mid-flight because the barrel has no twist ratio. Anything past 50 yards gets slapped sideways by 5.56 bullets, >>>much like what we saw with the Patriot in MGS3

[@jason1182000]

SPACKLEBOX the Patriot does actually have a twist rate, that being 1/12 since it's supposed to be a shortened, customized XM16E1. It is implied that The Boss uses heavier bullets which tumble as they’re not properly stabilized by the twist rate and the shortened barrel. While, tumbling provides little in the way of accuracy it increases the lethality in close quarters and given the Patriot's size, it is perfect for that role.

[@lincolnpascual]

It's called "keyholing" when the bullets tumble like that. Just in case you were at a loss as to what it's called. 🤷‍♂️

[@helennethers9777]

The right to bear arms shall not be infringed. Period.

[@redlol123]

A weapon to surpass Metal Gear.

[@snakeeater1589]

0:03 Let's make this the greatest 10 minutes of our lives Jack.

[@jakefoley9539]

Insane attention to detail, maybe the best video game gun replica I've seen. That gas block is a monster.

[@testname4464]

Gonna have to learn about gunsmithing to make one myself.

[@zman9415]

Building an AR15 doesn't really require much in the way of actual gunsmithing. Other than a few specialized tools and a vice block to hold the receiver as you attach the barrel, it's pretty much just roll pin punches and a torque wrench.

[@DaveSmith-cp5kj]

Like ZMan said, it is armoring not gunsmithing since you are assembling gun parts. Gunsmithing means to start out with raw materials like a billet of aluminum or steel barstock and end up with a gun. Neither is really hard if you are willing to do the basic of research and monetary investment.

[@Vvtism]

As a side note, Konami just a weird company... Remastering a game to be a pachi-slot gambling machine that hardly anyone knows about, and choosing to shit can the whole project instead of making a game version of the remaster on console or PC. They missed a huge opportunity to make extra money off of the same game they sold 12 years ago lol

[@zman9415]

To my understanding, they considered a pachi-slot machine as having more earnings potential.

[@arx3516]

the gambling business is much more profitable than the video game one, just ask any casino owner or any mafioso!

[@johnnyg4mer764]

@@zman9415 That can't make any profit. Not at least any decent ones. _Because pachinko's are just Japanese Arcades. That exist only in Japan._ [Angry Fanboy Noises]

[@kazmiller7820]

2021 AR pistols will literally just be the patriot

[@zman9415]

Nonsense. I'd want some actual sights. That and a gas block that doesn't weigh over a pound by itself.

[@JaredAF]

This is the best Patriot replica out there, hands down. I want to make my own at some point. I think to get the bullets to tumble reliably I'd cut down a 1:12 or get a 1:14 made

[@bradleyduquette7047]

As someone who works for a major U.S. gun company I’m impressed with your knowledge and dedication are you an engineer of sorts??

[@zman9415]

Yes. I am a mechanical engineer.

[@andrewtapio7675]

Congratulations bro you have gained my subscription because of this gun you did a damn good job bro

[@zman9415]

Thanks! It means a lot to hear stuff like that!

[@gamingnoob2903]

I like how this is the only result from what im looking for

[@MrParkinthedark]

Bro like I can't stress enough, you might be fuckin' epic for making an accurate functional-firearms of this... Bro, in other works... Your pretty freakin' epic dude... Holy Shit!!!

[@xCrimsonxTidex]

Actually, in the MGS3 cutscene where Snake returns to Groznyj Grad in Russia for the second time, right before The Boss shoots Snake's Blackbird pod (with the tumbling bullet slow motion), she actually charges the weapon with her palm. However on your clone, I don't think that'll be possible with that belt clip, where as The Boss's hand animation clips right through the belt hook. I'd link a video, but KZbin keeps deleting my comment.

[@SPACKLEBOX]

I've been looking for a video like this for years. This is a dream come true, thank you for making this! Btw, do you know if Heatnbeat would be willing to produce more of those parts for others willing to pursue this project? And if you don't mind me asking, how much did this entire project cost you (shipping errors and the like aside)?

[@MDCI3]

Saw a Patriot at a Cabela’s in Illinois couple years back. Still amazes me lol

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Did you look at a piston system for it or go with a looped gas tube? Who's lower did you use? A Binary trigger system would signifigantly increase your rate of fire. With practice, you can allmost run it as fast as a full auto. As an aside, I think The Patriot buffer tube was a little shorter..

[@TheSundayShooter]

The gas tube is clearly visible at 21:58- though Eugene Stoner's patent for the gas operation describes it as a _stationary piston_ The lower is simply an A2 receiver with an A1 pistol grip, not even an NFA item because of the receiver extension. A Swift Link is overwhelmingly less expensive than a binary trigger and easy to destroy/disappear

[@TheSundayShooter]

@@jorqlip It is an imitation of an A1 lower that anyone could build, an _actual_ A1 lower would cost about $20,000 if transferred on a Form 4

[@javy11128]

Use the infinity bandana

[@shaharzur123x9]

the weight is about the same as the 1 in mgs peace walker

[@0neDoomedSpaceMarine]

The M231 is a very odd kind of weapon. They opted to not have a stock on it because the gun is practically completely useless outside of it's intended mount. The FPW will not spin stabilize bullets at all, and they will just keyhole away, the idea is that you load a magazine of tracers and then walk a stream of keyholing projectiles towards a target. The gun threads into a ball pintle mount, which ensures that in CBRN contaminated battlefield conditions, the vehicle maintains its CBRN protective seal, because NATO saw the BPM-1, had a freakout, and envisioned a vehicle capable of fighting in some kind of ludicrous doomsday scenario, which it probably would (while the BPM-1 might not). It's not a bad vehicle, but its origins are some kind of bizarre Cold War fever dream.

[@zman9415]

Very true, but this is not something that' s based on the M231. Within the canon of the game, the time this exists is several decades before the M231 would even be thought up. Additionally, within the game you can see The Patriot firing from closed bolt rather than the open-bolt system used on the M231. It also lacks the modified side plate that the FPW has.

[@0neDoomedSpaceMarine]

@@zman9415 I know, I just got to thinking about it given you bringing it up in the video.

[@zman9415]

@@0neDoomedSpaceMarine Ah. I misunderstood then. Yes, the M231 FPW is a strange thing.I guess it did what it was designed for, but it seems like a strange way to get to that solution.

[@Texasmilitarydepartmentvid9654]

M231(FPW) Firing Port Weapon 1980-Present Day it's used by M2 Bradley Crewmembers.

[@nejinaji]

Don't really feel like getting custom machined parts so I'm gonna go for closest commercially available option. Which means muzzle brake, handguard, gas block, buffer tube. Definitely using nodakspud receivers though.

[@bradleyduquette7047]

Also how do you feel about binary triggers? It’s definitely a cool replica!

[@SPACKLEBOX]

Hey for this build I recommend you look into Franklin Armory Binary (gen III) or Fostech Echo (gen II) triggers. Might be worthwhile for this build

[@zman9415]

Hey Spacklebox. I did consider those very briefly, but to be honest I determined that it wasn't worth the money.

[@SPACKLEBOX]

I understand. Most ranges don't allow rapid fire like that anyways - plus it might not be the safest thing to do with that build. Thanks!

[@zman9415]

The range I belong to doesn't limit fire / is basically "as fast as you can safely control". Still, with the amount of shooting that this will actually see, the basic FCG I had sitting around was more than adequate!

[@testname4464]

boi

[@rustleracing]

Its a rocky mountain arms patriot pistol, gained popularity in 3000 miles to graceland

[@zman9415]

Not quite. The Rocky Mountain Arms Patriot was part of the inspiration for the MGS3 Patriot, but they are not identical. The RMA used non-standard receivers: a cast lower with a different profile and an upper that had a massive rise before the rail. It's hideous. Some later ones came with a lower rail and some with A2 upper-receivers. Allegedly some came with Canadian C7 upper, but any you see with a M16A1 upper is not original and was replaced by the owner to make something closer to a MGS3 Patriot. Meanwhile, the MGS3 one gets the front end look of the tubular handguard and squared-off, recessed gas block, but is otherwise standard Vietnam-era parts. You can arguably say that the receiver extension is mirror from the RMA pistol, evident by the knurled end used for it's custom buffer system. That length of receiver extension without stock notches did exist in 1964, as it was used by the Colt 607. As for 3000 Miles to Graceland, I don't know how much I'd say the Patriot gained popularity through that movie. The ones seen in 3000 Miles to Graceland were modified to try and look like a super-compact rifle. They had the receiver extension replaced with a carbine one so a stock could be mounted and had carry handles attached to their massive riser-rails. This had been done before in at least two other, previous films (Congo and Soldier), but none of these movies really did well. It'd be a stretch to say something got really popular from them.

[@raiden1395]

If you want a gun that sits in between a rifle and a pistol then the FN P90 is your go to.

[@Thomas-qg7vy]

Very nice job. Looks great!

[@Lill-AKM]

If you ever see this comment i would like to know if you still hold on to the 3d files of the handguard and such. i thought it would look cool used on a XM177 GBBR airsoft replica.

[@nickcashino6546]

Please make a video on how to make the 1911!!! Thank you!!

[@Katurodrake]

So the handguard you have is custom. Well great. Had my hopes up because a few years ago they were selling ARs with tube shaped handguards. But as you say they are longer or shorter than normal.

[@zman9415]

Tube-style handguards are still something you can get. However my particular one is custom to match the one from the show, including the number of ribs. If you don't want to get as particular about the details, an off-the-shelf tube-type handguard could work just fine for you.

[@JoeP1943]

Would you be able to make another handgaurd? I'm in the process of making one, just haven't landed on the right one.

[@Milspecpoptart]

Nice build man. Just save up for a DIAS and go through the proper paperwork. Then you can run through that beta mag in rock n roll mode like its supposed to be.

[@coopersmith9828]

You know what you call a functioning replica? A FUCKING GUN!

[@ulungprabowo]

Isn't the XM16E1 not full fence and the M16A1 is full fence? so the patriot is M16A1

[@suckadik2902]

this replica of the gun bring back memories when i play apocalypse rising in roblox

[@bertanderny]

Did you ever get around to posting anything on the prop version? Really interested in something like that for non-gun allowing countries (UK)

[@zman9415]

I have not! Sadly that project kinda fell by the wayside. I have to remake some of the parts, but I do have the "host" airsoft gun, which is this cheap little spring super-short AR. I can see if I can find a link to that if you'd like.

[@bertanderny]

@@zman9415 would be appreciated yes. How much would it cost to reproduce the parts you've made and are you willing to do it again?

[@Mr3344555]

@@zman9415 I'd highly be interested in an airsoft version

[@postaldude7879]

guess whos getting the snake eater remake ?!

[@mbgutierrez3]

Could you tell me how you made the belt clip? Trying to make one of these right now.

[@SCH292]

Hmm..I think if I ever get into building my own Patriot replica..I think my FIRST Patriot I will go with 1:9 twist because most of the time the twist rate barrels are more commonly sold, 55 grain and 62 grain are more common to be found in the shops. Maybe later on in the future build more Patriot replicas? If I do they each will have their own twist rate. 1:12, 1:8 and 1:7. After that get the "twist rate" engraved on each lower to remind me of which pistol is which and which twist rate it has. Lol Big Boss: Engraving give you no tactical advantage whatsoever. Me: Yes it does when come to these AR pistols. You wouldn't want to make a mistake and shoot 90 grain out of your 1:12 Patriot AR pistol and make yourself look like a fool at the range or something. Or shoot 55 grain out of your 1:7 twist.

[@nobail5403]

Much better than my duplo rc90 from 007

[@masaodkakihara1955]

Just got this gun . Was wondering what kinda ammo you would suggest running threw it . It has never been fired before and I notice it had a problem ejected more then one round is this a break in process . Any suggestions? I have oiled it properly everything seems to be working as it should

[@brucerefuse2972]

3500 for the patriot is insane!

[@outis7080]

This would be awesome with a forced reset trigger.

[@misterhuman895]

saw this on reddit once, came back to reminisce, can i ask what parts you used for this? What is the upper receiver, the handguard and the gas block, the barrel, and the muzzle brake, and the buffer tube, beacuse it doesnt look like its from an original M4, i already know what the magazine is though, im pretty sure you listed what those things are in the video but im not as good as spoken english as i am in written english, so id appreciate a text based list

[@zman9415]

Hey there! The Reddit posts should detail the parts list, but I can give you an overview here. Receivers: M16A1 receivers. These are from NoDak Spud, which has since closed pending a merger with PSA. Barrel: This was an off-the-shelf part, but it was very hard to find a 7" barrel as many are 7.5". You can always have longer one cut down and rethreaded if you really wanted/needed to, just make sure it has a pistol-length gas system Receiver Extension / Buffer Tube: This is a pistol-length receiver extension that I had modified. The difficult part is finding one that doesn't use a castle nut. Gas Block, Muzzle Brake, and Handguard: These are completely custom. I designed them myself to match the game and had them machined.

[@JimmyJacksOfficial]

Why doesn’t it shoot full bullets

good video

[@drakario4553]

Would you be willing to show the drawings or dimensions so others can machine their own parts?

[@TheUssrcjak47]

Do you still have the measurements for this?

[@razieltalos]

where can i find the pats for the barrel and handguard setup, no site ive looked at seem to have that specific handguard

[@zman9415]

Those parts were custom designed by me. You won't find them in stores.

[@Thorax7x686]

It was light as a pistol

[@LoserHands]

Did you at any point try ripping the Patriot's 3D model and textures from the game? It's difficult to rip assets from MGS3 afaik. Your Vietnam War era parts are cool af dude. Steezy gun!!!!

[@krono5el]

honestly don't think this is as impractical as you think it is. you should try to see if you can hit a silhouette at 100rds. i know a 7.5 inch bull barrel w/ 1:7 twist can easily hit 12" plate at 300 yards.

[@zman9415]

Yeah but the lack of a front sight makes it hard. With some sort of scope or dot sight I bet it would be possible.

[@krono5el]

all you need is a post on the front end of the handguard and would be incognito enough to not kill the authentic look

[@DelightfulTyrant]

Then you also have to consider that if he is using appropriate ammunition, you have ZERO fragmentation range out of a 7in barrel. Fairly impractical. 5.56 is lethal thanks to velocity primarily, after that you just have a very heavy .22.

[@krono5el]

oh yeah, but if you want to plink out to 400 yards its doable and fun. i wouldn't try to hunt or defend myself out past 100 yards w/out frangible ammo or 77 grain w/ my 7.5' but w/ multiple grains i was able to hit out to 400 pretty consistent

[@DelightfulTyrant]

Oh, I'm not talking about frangible, I wouldn't shoot frangible at anything but steel targets, I mean FMJ fragmentation. But I get what you're saying, different definitions of practicality. Some of us that means practical lethality, others mean plinking, neither is wrong.

[@mmartinisgreat]

How did you attach the buffer tube w/o a castle nut?

[@zman9415]

@@mmartinisgreat The receiver extension (often called the buffer tube) has a shoulder on it after the threads, similar to one you'd find on a rifle. The shoulder butts up against the belt clip and receiver when it's tightened down.

[@yeefulor9954]

where did u get the and guard

[@RonJeremy514]

What a thrill...

[@te179]

I know I’m real late but would this lower work with a daniel defense MK18 upper?

[@zman9415]

Nonsense. I'm always happy to answer questions! Yes. This lower is a M16A1 pattern lower and will work with any standard AR15/M16 upper. In fact, the earliest CQBR/Mk.18's actually used A1 lowers instead of A2 lowers! Just be aware that my lower is in the original grey anodizing color while a Daniel Defense Mk.18 upper is finished in the more modern black anodizing. If you want an M16A1 style lower in black, I suggest you'd look at Brownell's as they offer this style in black or grey. However, M16A1 lowers are more expensive as they are lower production and typically used for "clone" builds.

[@te179]

@ZMan941 Thanks buddy really appreciate the quick response too. I live in Mass and our gun laws suck but a shop near me has one of these for sale that was grandfathered in so I think I’m going to build a MK18 with the lower of this gun. Again really appreciate the speedy response pal have a good day and stay safe!

[@piratekingthaszar7912]

I RAISED YOU. I LOVED YOU. I’VE GIVEN YOU WEAPONS, TAUGHT YOU TECHNIQUES, ENDOWED YOU WITH KNOWLEDGE. THERE IS NOTHING MORE FOR ME TO GIVE YOU. ALL THAT’S LEFT FOR YOU TO TAKE IS MY LIFE, BY YOUR OWN HAND. ONE MUST DIE AND ONE MUST LIVE. NO VICTORY, NO DEFEAT. THE SURVIVOR WILL CARRY ON THE FIGHT. IT IS OUR DESTINY… THE ONE WHO SURVIVES WILL INHERIT THE TITLE OF BOSS. AND THE ONE WHO INHERITS THE TITLE OF BOSS WILL FACE AN EXISTENCE OF ENDLESS BATTLE.

[@boof994]

It's always windy in gun vids

[@GregsGruns]

You’re pretty good…

[@Wolfwood428]

would you be willing to discuss, share docs, or sell the parts (FH, Belt Clip, HG, and GB) on this build? as this is the most accurate representation of the on screen pistol

[@Wolfwood428]

UnusualKitsune i noticed in one shot. I'll have to find it. But the gas block looks to have some relief cuts to lessen the weight.

[@zman9415]

Thanks! That's what I was going for. I'd have to update some of the drawings as there were a few changes during their actual machining. The gas block could also probably be lightened in the unseen areas since the current design is literally just a block and about 1.1lbs. The belt clip was also made differently; initially I had planned to try and weld it to a existing receiver extension, but we changed it so it was bent to shape from steel and had a boss welded on. The muzzle brake needs a material change. I selected 4140 because it's used for muzzle devices pretty regularly, but did not factor in the significantly increased pressure from the 7" barrel. Even after 100 rounds, it is showing signs of erosion.

[@zman9415]

It doesn't. Just the required holes for the barrel, gas tube, and gas tube roll pin. The bottom has three set screws holding it in place. Other than that, it's just a block of steel. Here's a picture of it from one of the albums: imgur.com/Luv4y0v

[@Gchang54]

is this gaseous snake

[@terrol5950]

How much was the build?

[@Swanhub]

Not to beat the dead horse, but could you sell those belt clips yourself or give us the means to order one elsewhere 👀

[@zman9415]

I honestly didn't realize there was that much desire for them I can check with the guy who I gave my designs too, but it was sort of modified as we went so I'd have to make some new drawings for it. The biggest thing then would be seeing if that machinist was game to do more (and how many) or if there's another machinist who'd be willing to do them at a reasonable price. The machinist I used is another firearms enthusiast that liked the project and does stuff like this as a hobby. Most traditional job shops are going to charge a significant amount more.

[@cheeseymann]

I've wanted to build one for a while. Where can I purchase your cad models

[@FartSexOfficial]

I’m like 50% you can just modify an m231.

[@cheeseymann]

@@FartSexOfficial and for the low low price of $40,000 plus mod costs.

[@zman9415]

Nah. M231's are quite different.

[@zman9415]

Honestly, I looked into this sort of thing initially and I'm not sure how I'd handle the proper distribution, not to mention the potential liability.

[@gruntspy44]

I have something you may want to try.... eaa tangfoglio thor

[@UnusualKitsune]

That's not something I'd have to design and/or build myself. You can just buy those.

[@TheAceLewis]

*robbers break into the house This guy: “what is this fairy disguise?” *patriot goes brrrrr

[@thematt6705]

How much did it cost?

[@zero5496]

nice now you need to do it fully auto and without aiming and make the fucking bullets flip

[@patriot1525]

Where'd you get the bandana?

[@zman9415]

The bandana is something I made myself. It's just a strip of fabric sewn to make a nice seam.

[@gruntspy44]

Real a1 gri?

[@zman9415]

Yup. The grip is a vintage A1. I didn't go all out like I did on my full-vintage rifle build so some of the components are reproductions, but the pistol grip is not one of them. I love the A1 grip and had extras around. I've replaced Magpul grips and the like with them because they are very comfortable.

[@headcase96]

but does it have infinite ammo?

[@zman9415]

I wish. Although if the drum magically did grant infinite ammo, I'd slap it in one of my rifles instead.

[@jefferysilver9808]

lucky he hadnt held it sideway

[@devil5hlygrim972]

Does it keyhole?

[@zman9415]

Nah. It's a 1:7 twist barrel, so it stabilizes most rounds. Low velocity would probably cause issues further out, but hitting targets further out without a front sight is another issue. I could have tried getting a 1:14 twist barrel, have it cut down, and then thrown some heavy/long rounds through it for some spectacularly under-stabilized rounds, but that would have been a lot of added cost and made this thing even more useless.

[@devil5hlygrim972]

@@zman9415 oh yeah that makes sense, ever think about making the end’s mosin?

[@zman9415]

@@devil5hlygrim972 Not really. It wouldn't be too hard to do as it's just making the custom stock and grip, but I wouldn't want to start cutting up a 91/30PU to make it. It also sort of lacks some of the fun factor.

[@devil5hlygrim972]

@@zman9415 do you think we’ll ever get a MGS game in WW2 featuring the cobras and the boss?

[@whitecat2594]

Anyone remember ar 1? Ahh my childhood

[@Pliskin_LTJG]

Nice

[@zman9415]

Thanks. I saw your airsoft one and it's nice to see someone making custom parts instead of just settling! Have you considered the G&P Vietnam A1 receiver set? From your video that's really all that's left on yours to make it perfect!

[@Pozibly0706]

Put an acog on it

[@kurtnewman6340]

Fuckin' unbelievable. Beautiful. send this to me or else nanomachines

[@zman9415]

Your nano machines don't scare me!

[@pacificpleb7402]

Wouldve rather you wore The Boss' outfit

[@zman9415]

I don't have the figure to pull off her outfit.

[@Butter_Warrior99]

I know this video is old, but if your still out their, what are the legalities of this firearm?

[@zman9415]

This is completely legal under Federal law. it is classed as a semi-automatic pistol.

[@Butter_Warrior99]

@@zman9415, Ah wonderful.

[@user-ip2jk4vr7n]

Would you ever sell this? And if so how much for?

[@zman9415]

For legal reasons and cost reasons, the closest that I'd ever go would be selling a parts kit that included the major custom parts. I'd have to change the material of the muzzle brake and would possibly want to attempt a redesign on the hidden part of the gas block to save weight. The handguard would also have to include a barrel nut, which is something taken from another complete handguard assembly unless I can find one of the companies that makes them willing to sell me just the barrel nuts (or maybe make the handguard custom too, which is possible if the amount is high enough). I would leave the barrel and probably receiver extension off as well. The barrel is a pain to find in the correct length and some people might want something slightly longer anyway. The receiver extension is somewhat similar, as some people may want one that can take a QD swivel or something.

[@user-ip2jk4vr7n]

@@zman9415 hmm well let me know if you go about selling the parts. I have a big ar pistol enthusiust who is interested in building me one, but i do live in nevada and would be able to purchase this pistol

[@user-ip2jk4vr7n]

And how much in total did it cost to make this?

[@zman9415]

There were some setbacks that inflated the cost a bit, but around $$1100-$1200 if I remember correctly. I'd have to double check my detailed notes for a more correct number.

[@zman9415]

Honestly, if you just want an AR pistol there would be much better, more cost effective options. I did this as a hardcore fan of Metal Gear Solid and went to great lengths to get all the details correct (aside from select fire, of course). You could do a basic AR pistol for under half the cost that this build took, sights not included.

[@M4A1BestGirl]

How would the ATF feel about this?

[@darkshock42mlg05]

If the bullets did the tumble out of the barrel it would probably be one of the most useless weapons because the last thing you want on the battlefield is for your bullets to Keyhole a trained and if it's doing it as it leaves the barrel then it's even more useless

[@skyflakes1754]

that long tail in the back of the patriot could really hurt you if you get too close

[@zman9415]

That "long tail" is the receiver extension. It houses the buffer on the AR15 design.

[@SPACKLEBOX]

Is there any way we can acquire the custom fabricated parts from your sources if we were to attempt this build?

[@zman9415]

I looked into that a while back when I was first getting questions about this, but didn't move further due to concerns about liability. If something went wrong and I were to have gotten hurt from my own personal project, that'd be one thing. If a part were sold and something happened, that's a whole different story. On top of that, I don't know about production at any sort of scale. All of these parts were one-offs.

[@tdgt]

I do imagine if Hideo Kojima made a limited edition Patriot gun, that has the signature of him, The Boss and Big Boss, this will be a masterpiece.

[@datura9441]

Is that a doublestar 9mm ar 15 pistol

[@zman9415]

No. The pistol is custom made and includes several custom parts that were designed by me.

[@datura9441]

@@zman9415 oh

[@datura9441]

@@zman9415 ok

[@Rogue-76]

has the patriot but not the more practical operator pistol

[@dand7422]

Rifle he was shooting is M231 FPW

[@zman9415]

No it wasn't. That's a misconception and I explain why it isn't an XM231/M231 FPW in the video at 16:04

[@nobail5403]

I like modern nerds

[@tdgt]

Until the time comes, we still don't know how to make the drum magazine never run out of ammo.

[@TheEnigma101]

well the Patriot has sits around the handle is a fully automatic and has infinite ammo soon ya never gave to reload

[@zman9415]

Sits around the handle? Not sure I understand what you're saying. As for fully-automatic, if you have a registered lower you're willing to transfer, go for it.

[@dwaynegresham8428]

the apocalypse rising days

[@ghostfeaturizedxd6135]

Apocalypse rising

[@patriot1525]

Bruh it's not from ar and no one knows some old roblox game

[@ChrisTheDragon]

Hello fellow Phantom Forces players

[@deadman2oo]

no im here cuz of the olden days of apoc

[@iragedevil]

This is the comment i've been looking for

[@jonesiboybeastmode6857]

Ryan Claydon ahhh hello fellow apoc player

[@deadman2oo]

@@jonesiboybeastmode6857 hello!

[@patriot1525]

The M231 is literally a completely different gun, and one that isn't even fictional

[@ashgonza92]

Would be better to use an M231

[@harpseal9234]

Crisp :3