Tokyo Marui AKM: The GBBR Juggernaut - 1.5 Years Later

[@rmtheg234]

So which one do you think in your opinion is better, tm or the ghk akm?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Ahh yes. Seen this question pop up a few times. The GHK has a lot of shit going on with it. The core advantages though are great, and it’s too bad the lack of standards and fundamentals within the company prohibit that series from achieving greatness. Tokyo Marui is a decision you make logically. Yes you’re accepting its (few) insignificant features in return for a platform that has had the best minds in the industry develop it. I said it somewhere else that if you take into consideration what would be on the horizon, it’s a GBBR that has a lot of value. And it can be whatever you want it to be. Just like an M4 we’ve all come to know and love.

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Thnx

[@rolandyu8557]

@@BadaBingPictures If ghk (in the fantasy we all hope to live in) release the ak with all steel parts including the internal stock along with better qc with the hopup ramp... oh boi

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@rolandyu8557 That’s a big ‘if’! The whole chamber and nozzle section needs to be overhauled. Consistency and durability, with as little margin for error as possible. Then it’ll be doing what every other good gas gun can do…as standard. I think that’s asking too much though.

[@RazorNLD]

@@BadaBingPictures Not to mention that the externals are pretty much LCT so spare parts are very easily obtainable. Besides that, slap some Hephaestus stuff in it and you can rock and roll with a GHK AK. With the TM now that there are real wood kits and also steel barrel and rod and more internal upgrades coming up, it makes a very interesting platform. So in my opinion it's like this: If you want realism, pick GHK. If you want performance, pick TM. Am I right?

[@KhanSeb]

Great video as always ! I'm surprised to see the receiver paint finish on your list of bad things, as far as I'm concerned I really do like the finish of it ^^ I agree on the limited capability to lift heavier bbs, 0.28 gr is really the maximum you can use. Which feels good enough to me though. And personally I've never been a big fan of the "green gas mod". I guess there is a point if you want to load bbs in your magazine during a game (which is understandable since magazines are hard to get), but personally I always have the possibility to put gas when I put bbs in my magazines, so in comparison I prefer to not have to care about putting too much gas in my magazines.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hey buddy! Hope you are well? Thanks. Yeah, I had to mention the finish as personally I find it unattractive. I couldn’t go without saying something about it haha. Absolutely. I was disappointed it couldn’t shoot 0.30’s too. I prefer not having to worry about having too much gas in the mags too. So much easier. It has its benefits, but major disadvantage too!

[@WillScaryForCandy]

Wow, what a very kind shoutout m8. I just happened to see this video now and remembered how impressed I was with your first video, that I wanted to watch your thoughts a second time around. Ironically, I'm sitting here holding my 1975 Izhmash AKM in my lap, realizing I need to do a video on it soon.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hah. Bet you didn’t expect to hear your name come up! And how could I not draw attention the finest content on the Tube? Really appreciate seeing you on my little channel! Thanks for all the beautiful content. Can’t wait to see more. Especially your ‘75 Izzy!

[@WillScaryForCandy]

@@BadaBingPictures Absolutely mate, you have a an extremely keen eye for detail.

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@WillScaryForCandy Cheers bud. Likewise!

[@dannyotter7247]

Another great vid dude - loved the intro followed by your usual attention to detail and retrospective :-)

[@BadaBingPictures]

Why thank you, good sir.

[@8man_01]

I say, an airsoft with good internals and performance; we can excuse the externals. But an airsoft with a lottery for internals and performance, what use are the good externals? The bucking is all you really need replaced in the TM AKM as you said. The nozzle assembly doesn't even need anything to allow the use of propane/green gas. I'm very excited with the aftermarket parts already available and are being teased by manufacturers. Lots of people are waiting on some good-fitting shortened front kits. The mags though... yeah, it's still the biggest thorn (though I guess the only one?) in the TM AKM. I only got 2 more in December after I've had mine for 7 months haha.

[@davidsong4624]

Not even have to replace the stock bucking. It's already super good!

[@8man_01]

@@davidsong4624 true, you just need a BavTac MHN if you're gonna use .30g or heavier BB weight

[@docthorr]

​@@8man_01after thorough testing with friends, I found the easiest and more efficient hop up upgrade is an Modify Xrange 55° bucking. Lifts 0.32 consistantly on 3 1/2 setting.

[@Deus1236]

An all around class act as usual, Badabing!

[@thememelord7684]

I’ve been waiting for this vid for such a long time thanks for posting an update on it :)

[@BadaBingPictures]

You’re very welcome. Had to come back with an extended review.

[@gdd29]

Thank you for this great video. I have an old TM M4A1 MWS GBBR which is perfect and I love it. but since I watched this video I decided to buy this TM AKM for myself this Christmas. Imagine a life having both good M4 and good AK in your room, what a heavenly luxury!

[@BadaBingPictures]

That’s what I love about getting Christmas presents from yourself. You always know what to get yourself! Thank you for watching. I appreciate your support. Cheers 👍☕️

[@airtacjames2532]

Ayy, something to watch over lunch! Henry and I have been working on a HPA adapter for this, which while heretical, has turned out pretty damn cool looking

[@sogerc1]

I've just remembered to vote on the Players' Choice Awards, hope you win! And good luck to HRC too!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Ahhh.. Why, thank you good sir. The nomination alone is an enormous achievement.

[@MrGoogle87]

Excellent review: you added accuracy and range test, most skil that which is most important to me: accuracy and range (plus quality!)

[@morers]

very impressive. happy 1,5yrs birthday!

[@Aiden01000]

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

[@ferdinandolatin2125]

Great video. Really likes the trajectory bb that you shows. We can see how the hop up performs in standard form. And Marui Akm is great product. None of those negartive aspect really matters.

[@BadaBingPictures]

That’s so true. The insignificant aspects are just that. Insignificant. I’m delighted how it turned out. Seeing the bbs fly out to range. If I install a new hop rubber I’ll reshoot that scene and we’ll see the difference.

[@datcalicat]

Thanks again badabing very detailed review

[@BadaBingPictures]

You are most welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@datcalicat]

@@BadaBingPictures I'm watching all the TM akm content you have since I'm a owner now of one . Can't wait for your new content

[@joeterrelluk]

Brilliant work as always.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks Joe. I do what I can.

[@tier1_shenanigans]

Great video, you convinced me to get an MWS years ago and you've now done the same with the AKM. I'm really not at all fused with the half travel bolt. As for the fake wood furniture, I'd probably replace it with a Magpul handguard and stock.

[@BadaBingPictures]

I convinced you? It’s not me. It’s all the M4! I can’t take credit for how good it is. I just shot it in front of a camera! Haha. If you can get the magazines, go for it! It’s a beast

[@tier1_shenanigans]

@BadaBingPictures I'm a patient man, I don't mind waiting on magazines. The mws is an excellent platform, the sheer amount of aftermarket support for the platform means anything is possible. I've mine setup as a near clone correct mk16 URGI. Just need a 11.5 inch barrel, I currently have the 10.3

[@facundocorradini]

As a WE AK fan, I have to reckon that TM did an excellent job with this gun, prioritizing skirmishability as they usually do. I freaking love how they implemented the dry fire switch on the gun rather than the magazines. If I had a dime for every time I forgot to push the WE AK magazine switch down after loading the bbs... The lacking hop up is the only unexpected downside, TM always have the best hop ups :s

[@l.h.9747]

Can i ask a couple of questions? I realy want to have an airsoft ak 74 that is as realistic as possible. I ordered the ak 74 gbb from WE tech but i also heard that WE tech is apparently shit and i should get one from ghk but at the same time there are lots of people that say that ghk went to shit in the last couple of years so yeah. It doesnt become easier with most of the source material being nearly a decade old. What would your advice be and i dont mind if i have to replace or modify some parts of the WE tech or another system and what was your experience with it?

[@facundocorradini]

@@l.h.9747 brother, WE AK are the best, don't listen to the haters. Your gun will outperform GHKs any day .

[@jimmystancliff2843]

Hi Jimmy here I'll watch your videos on the TM akm I don't know if you remember me but I bought it because of your video I have it love it I'm thinking about purchasing the ghk the AK 74u you you think I should get it I don't know if you did a review if you did help me out I'd be much obliged

[@VR-ke9wc]

What you think about the tm in detail? I wanna get one too but am unsure...tm akm...we ak74...ghk ak74

[@Lostandfoundbinwow]

Thank you for making this video without it I wouldn’t of found out about this airsoft gem!

[@BadaBingPictures]

My pleasure. I’m glad to hear it’s helped you. Enjoy! All the best

[@Lostandfoundbinwow]

Would you recommend this for a first time gbbr

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@Lostandfoundbinwow I would say so. It’s very easy to setup and use. They also have a great record for reliability. If you gave prior knowledge from operating GBB pistols, it’ll translate well.

[@Lostandfoundbinwow]

Thanks for responding, from your review and from a person at the field I play at who has it say it’s spring can get weak over time would it be worthwhile to replace it with a better spring?

[@Sch1z0Aff3ct1ve-xm1bt]

Thank you for your content. These in-depth reviews help me out a lot. I was going to go for the GHK but now I am going for this one instead. Hopefully I am able to get my hands on one before they run out of stock. I am going to go for a fallout/Wasteland outfit build with this. I am also going to take great care of this like I do with my other collection of Airsoft rifles.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank for watching the video! Glad you enjoy the content. Go for it! I think you’ll really enjoy this AKM.

[@RazorNLD]

Once again, you made a very long lengthy but solid review about a GBB. And it's always a fair review to watch. As I've come to known you for. Also I really appreciate that you do not shy away from a shoutout to other channels, like for instance Ollie speaks airsoft. That guy is a walking TM encyclopedia and I really enjoy his content aswell! But back to you. I've always digged your content and you really deserve a bigger number of subscriptions and followers. Maybe do a GHK AKM vs TM AKM review, like you did with the 416A5 vs GHK M4 back in the day? :)

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hi bud. Welcome back to the comments. Good to see you again. You’re very welcome, thanks for your support! Oh yes, Ollie has an amazing channel. Always learn something new with every video. I just hit 17k and I’m thrilled to have every one of them. It’s crazy that all those people decided to click that button, I find it incredible. Sure. A versus video would be great! Won’t be for a while yet though. Takes forever to produce these things.

[@chiehhan610]

Badabing has been killing it with these vids

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks man. Doing my best 👍

[@jgn69]

Thanks for the effort put into this video, and your evaluation, great job. I bought my TM AKM a year ago, and I have not been disappointed. it has worked without problems so far. I agree on the criticism of the of plastic furniture, So I have put some effort into upgrading many esthetic parts the replica. I don't mind doing this as I like that sort of projects and details, but I can see how it can be a negative for some. I guess I can agree that TM has been more focused on performance, but that it delivers in my opinion. the coming upgrade parts look exciting, I am keeping an eye on those. i solved the gas filling problem by putting a small gasket into the magazine fillingvalve, it seems to work.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks! Amazing to hear your AKM has been a great success. They’re wonderful rifles and it’s great seeing all the 3rd party upgrades being made for it. RPA Steel receiver is a welcomed addition to this platform.

[@nicolas44991]

I'm getting one that's arriving tomorrow so i can't wait to see how good it is in the field !

[@BadaBingPictures]

Happy New Gun Day for tomorrow!!

[@julotlebulot1502]

it's fun ; yesterday i was trying to find your after x time video on this gun

[@Jerv165]

Excellent review as always. Makes me curious as to how a WE AK would stack up against this and the GHK

[@TyWilliamsson]

"honey, quick! fire up the coffee maker! new badabing videos out!"

[@EditorKalandr__]

3:02 I never noticed they had a patch where can I get one and also the HRC

[@liambrown4214]

I’ve had my AK since Christmas. Have changed a lot. Zenitco furniture and 20mm stock adapter. New 245mm maple leaf inner barrel and maple leaf MR hop. Had to put some glue on the right side arm of the hop so that it would make a more even contact with the bb. Results are I am lifting a .32 on about level 4 of the hop wheel, and getting great distance. With a joules high of 1.08 with lowest being 0.94. Average of roughly 1.01 joules or 270 fps. Am very happy with those numbers

[@GruelingFive8]

What gas are you using with that btw?

[@liambrown4214]

@@GruelingFive8 I’m using Abby Predator Ultra. Which is similar to Nuprol Green. I like the Abby gas because I find the plastic nozzles seem to work best with gas mag valves. Also they’re cheap enough (£8.99-£10.99 in UK). In the winter, meaning like 2degrees or below, i switch over to red and go semi only. But right now in January, the Predator gas works fine.

[@GruelingFive8]

@@liambrown4214 awesome, thank you I'll keep this in mind. I had a Mr hop in my ak but BBs were just curving to the left, swapped it out for a purple maple leaf which upped my fps to the edge of site limits, I think I'll have to give Mr hop another go, whether I made a mistake installing it or it was made oddly Edit: I'm in the UK too btw, not seen another player in person with this ak yet!

[@liambrown4214]

@@GruelingFive8 honestly not your fault. The hop wheel seems to apply more pressure that on the left than on the right. But by only slightly. I tried many ways to fix it. 1 layer of electrical tape worked, but I had inaccuracies because….well….it’s tape 😂. I also tried an aeg nub and honestly it is awesome. But lifts a minimum of a .4. Which leaves me with no options if I wanted to take it cqb. So instead I put some super glue on the right side arm, dried it instantly with glue hardening spray, then just kept slowly filing until I could see that the hop rubber was nicely even. Bit of a ballache but I’m happy it’s working now

[@GruelingFive8]

@@liambrown4214 that sounds like a good idea honestly. I've been kinda hoping someone comes out with some sort of after market replacement for the arm or nub for the ak

[@jaysonsladen9756]

Thanks for the update. I still cannot get around to buying one of these due to the lack of mags making it unplayable. I missed one that Firesupport had in a few weeks ago, but meh if I can't take it out to a game. The aftermarket bits for it are fairly impressive though.

[@jpisback]

Really? I bought a tm And a whole set of 6 mags, whereas I'm still 3 short for my ghk

[@thememelord7684]

You should check eBay I can find a pack of 3 mags there

[@FernandoSoffa]

I just gave up on buying one for myself. The lack of mags, the higher price of 3rd party parts...I will wait a little more and see how it goes with the TM AKM. Great video badabing!

[@BadaBingPictures]

Understandable. Keep an eye on it. This is just the beginning!

[@MrGoogle87]

The metal sticking out on back for stock is Probably for durability: it is not steel so potmetal needs more sturdy points

[@rambomw2]

great sound

[@robertjohnstone9570]

Quick tip, press the triangles together on a Toblerone. Nice clean snap

[@jameslyons1978]

Hi Bing, I did the green gas mod on my m4 mags. I left around an inch of the tube, which seems to allow me to fill till gas escapes without overfill issues. Maybe I've just been lucky?

[@kozaa7978]

Gonna wait for this video just like I’m still waiting for AKM gas mag restocks 😢

[@sogerc1]

Hey BadaBing! You just surprised me with the perfect video to pair with my wife's home made vanilla pudding with strawberries ;-) Do me a favour, look inside the fake gas block. If I know TM they put some spring or something inside there to soften the blow of the returning carrier. At least that's my guess why the piston goes that deep inside the gas block. And by the way, this MacBook that I'm using right now is telling me that I made a typo in the word "favour" as if the American spelling would be the right one. And here is some input for your GKM vs TM AKM video that you'll hopefully make: My GKM didn't hop BBs, not even on max! So I got a Maple Leaf hopup set with a 410mm Crazy Jet. But that is almost a centimetre longer than the OEM barrel, the hopup unit's tabs are thicker than the OEM's and my trunnion is crooked so I can't install the Maple Leaf upgrades. Unfortunately it is too late to send the Crazy Jet back and exchange it to a 370mm one. People at GHK think I'm crapping money or something. I thing the OEM hopup wasn't hopping because the nub came incorrectly installed from the factory :-/

[@BadaBingPictures]

Vanilla pudding and strawberries?! No way! Sounds divine. Glad to see you back in the comments section! There is no spring in the gas black by the way. It’s just empty. Haha, yeah American spelling = always incorrect. They still loathe English people on some level. 😂 Interesting pearls you’re sharing. Cheers buddy. A versus video is a long ways away from now, but one day. Lot of man hours! Thanks!

[@sogerc1]

@@BadaBingPictures Awesome, I can't wait! In the meantime I've confirmed, indeed the nub came incorrectly installed, once I've assembled everything correctly the GKM started working very well for an OEM gun. So I've iced the maple leaf upgrades until the OEM hopup breaks. Right now I'm struggling with the already known mag feeding issue. So annoyingly problematic gun, and this comes from a guy who has 5 WE GBBRs :) But hey, it works well in 7℃ on normal green gas.

[@RoachDoggJr2112]

Shipping a 600 dollar airsoft replica with fake wood furniture is actually unforgivable IMO. That price for what is ostensibly a toy should garner some actual effort on TM's part.

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Just bought one and love it.

[@65Confused]

Just recently got one of these bad buys home, to lift .30 or heavier bb's all i did was changing the rubber to a maple leaf 70 degrees autobot and did a barrel swap to a 245mm crazy jet barrel, shoots far and on point, besides my MWS, its one of the best guns in my collection, now im waiting for a bowmaster 130% recoil spring, otherwise the rest will stay stock.

[@jimmystancliff2843]

What if you don't do the green gas mod take that tube out we'll still do the same

[@hfa762g]

Thanks for taking the time to put together such nice videos ! I really hope TM comes out with a 5.45 model in the future...

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Really good assessment, watched it 2x. What lubrication do you use on the internal parts ? Thnx

[@Hulk7110]

I do love me GBBR's! what are peoples thoughts on GBLS and their aeg Hybrid rifles?

[@flintbackwoods1416]

I got 3 GHk's so far and I really want a AK variety but with QC issues I might not complete the set.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Same here. I would love a 74MN or even a 74SU but it’s too risky.

[@referenceplz5547]

Thanks for the video, would you ever consider using some black grate polish on the body? I am thinking about it to try and make it look more metallic or dare I say realistic? Recommendation please!?

[@BadaBingPictures]

You’re very welcome. Hmmm. I’ve not thought about that. Might change the hue but the grainy texture will still shine through. I thought about rubbing it down smooth and having a cerakote treatment…but after the expense I may as well throw a bit extra in for that RPA Stamped Receiver.

[@ethannie316]

i fucking love hera arms stocks, so im probably gonna slap one on there. but great video man! I'm gonna order an AKM plus 7 mags, then take off all of the fake wood furniture. I just want a gbb modern ak.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks! I recently got back into Airsoft where I used this for the first time on the field. Just incredible performance and dependability. I think you’ll get on with it really well.

[@ethannie316]

@ also, if you hop .2 bbs they fly really far as well. Way farther than .30 or .28, so if you prioritize range you can go with .2

[@BadaBingPictures]

@ to be honest, .2’s are a waste of time. No precision at all when it comes to distance. Only good for testing the cycling operation of the rifle. GBBR’s need that tight group compression that only comes with bbs .28 and upwards. I installed a BavTac Hop Nub and it allowed me to lift heavy bbs to long ranges. You could also replace the rubber instead, but that’s what I did. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2LKkKOFhZh9arM

[@ethannie316]

@@BadaBingPictures k thanks for the tips man. I usually never notice because I use this thing for cqc and midrange. But this would probably help me in future milsim when I’m old enough. Also, shipping is like 50 dollars so can I potentially 3D print the part myself?

[@BadaBingPictures]

@ You are very welcome. Also, with these things you want to ensure you are using the best ammo you can afford. Like in real steel precision shooting, if you put crap in, you’ll get crap out. A lot of people are very upgrade-centric but forget about the main thing that needs to get to the target. Bbs. I’m sure you’ll be able to find something similar to print, yeah. BavTac also make upgrades recoil springs, so it’ll help return the working parts a bit quicker. Just in case you wanted to further enhance it 👍

[@imperatorepictures7603]

I just got one in Italy but is too powerful for the normative here (must be

[@BadaBingPictures]

Look into a U.K. company called BavTac. They have a Power Down valve which goes in the Marui AK nozzle.

[@ooacheezit836]

What can be done to increase the range? An after market hop up nib? Or more?

[@BadaBingPictures]

For an affordable boost in range + heavy lifting capabilities. Check out BavTac Magic Hop Nub. Works great for improving the stock rifle. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2LKkKOFhZh9arM

[@Dizzyfatpigeon]

You nailed the point on the section talking about full auto. This is something I noticed about the Marui AK which to me is peculiar, given how even on 134a the MWS will clear a magazine with little to no slowdown, the AKM on propane, just doesn't seem the same, no matter how much I make sure the mag is filled the AKM just doesn't seem to match the consistent pace Did you do anything to improve on this since?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I haven’t done any tinkering to stabilise the FA rate. It is what it is, and I can live with that. It does seem to be fussy when it comes to gas charges. I hate that about it. Perhaps popping an o ring inside the inlet valve to make it silent fill would deliver favourable charges….I dunno. I might have a play with this concept if I get a free afternoon.

[@Dizzyfatpigeon]

@@BadaBingPictures Thanks i'm glad its not just me but all I can say is that, I've bounced between WE and GHK AK's for years, and within 10 minutes of having this every single problem between both platforms is non existent here, I'll take a little bit more sluggish fire rate towards end of the mag over the countless problems over its peers I am blown away by the AKX announcement today, mainly because for the first time in Maruis history they have made a gas mag with a polymer shell

[@jespervanstrien3042]

Bing, have you heard. E&l has anounced an upcoming gbbr ak line.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Indeed I have. And have you heard it’s going to be HPA powered through the grip, or co2 capsules in the stock? What a piece of junk.

[@stewbacca117]

I'm still torn, we have a few AKs lying around including the GHK and Marui ones, but over here basically everything is skirmishable so it's difficult to see the benefits in Marui (they aren't so widely used in Taiwan given the cost and import issues compared to locally produced GHK or WE equivalents) it's well produced, but the external finish can definitely be an issue for some, but then they never understand manufacturing and costs. #NotAnotherM4 at least...

[@BadaBingPictures]

Exactly right. It’s not another M4. Wayyy cooler than those. Soon to have an E&L AK GBB series too! So we’ll see what those are like!

[@wick5888]

Another great video thank you for the work keep going ! Have you ever tested the pp2k ?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thank you, Mr Wick. Glad you enjoyed it. I have not. No. It’s cool, but not cool enough for me to buy it.

[@Gunsandscience]

What camp are you wearing

[@BadaBingPictures]

“Russian” camouflage that was purposely created for the 1984 movie, Red Dawn. Basically known as ‘Red Dawn Russian Camouflage’. Extremely difficult to find these days. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b33coqV7lr1qnc0

[@Teumke]

Really good video Bing! Those Michail stickers are very fun! Where did you get those?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks mate. Well, I’m glad you asked! They are very cool. I got these vintage Soviet style stickers, plus a few more over on Red Bubble.

[@daviddaniels1271]

Awesome akm gbbr review!... Is there a GHK akm gbbr vs TM akm gbbr comparison in terms of recoil, performance etc?

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks, bud. Not one that I’ve made. I don’t know if anyone else has made one.

[@nottodaydevilshindowraithe501]

There's a third-party full bolt travel kit in the works, and there's also a wood kit for the furniture, so by far the TM is the better offer for anyone interested in 1:1 AKM GBBR. One thing to note, however, is I don't like the sling position as it's inaccurate to the real deal, sadly, on the stock of both the main plastic version, and the wood offer. Might have to hope I can either make actual furniture fit, or someone else can sell a more accurate deal.

[@astragreen]

Yes definitely a no go for me I can’t stand the stupid mistakes to detail it’s really not on is it so much so I’d go elsewhere, also the plastic stock the halfway bolt travel it’s just sloppy amateur details that just won’t do especially when you consider the price!.

[@Aiden01000]

Hello one question! In your opinion, which one do you recommend, the "akm tokyo marui gbbr" or the new "akm ghk version 3 gbbr"? Which one would you stay with?.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hi, I can’t comment on the new V3 GHK. No one can, really. Not until it’s been released and thoroughly tested. Once the 1st batch of them have been sold, we’ll soon hear feedback from everyone that has bought one. I was going to compare my V2 GHK with the TM AKM, but it might be pointless at this stage.

[@Aiden01000]

@@BadaBingPictures Hey, sorry for bothering you but I have one last question/doubt! How do those lots work? Does the manufacturer make the weapons until they have reached a certain amount of orders or what is it like?

[@Aiden01000]

@@BadaBingPictures I hope my English is good, since I'm not from here!

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@Aiden01000 Im not entirely sure. I know that they’ll release a run of GBBR’s and once the local retailers run out of those stocks, it might be a while receive new ones. They aren’t constantly being produced. As far as I know. I could be wrong.

[@Aiden01000]

@@BadaBingPicturesThanks, Very Thanks!

[@kristofdemuynck7876]

how do you laod the bbs the most easy way in the mag

[@BadaBingPictures]

The little adapter you get with the speedloaders that feeds into pistol magazines works okay-ish. Federal Concepts have a great adapter which works like a dream

[@kristofdemuynck7876]

@@BadaBingPictures i recently got the akx with brand new mags i think the spring needs to break in

[@chaos817]

joule creeps like a demon putting in anything longer than its stock 200mm(done on purpose per japanese regulation "35C" temps to be legal even in dead hot summer weather) inner barrel. toosing that out there.

[@zhaoyun3153]

I wonder if Tokyo Marui will ever release an AK-12 GBBR.

[@ivanhartley4378]

great review, i love my akm, i have the RA tech wood kit and 6 layers of electrical tape on the bolt iirc to get it to lift .36g bbs ... the only down side is the lack of the optic mount imho

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks man. Are you still enjoying that wood kit? That’s exactly where I was struggling. I needed an magnified optic!

[@ivanhartley4378]

@@BadaBingPictures the wood kit is beautiful, it could do with another varnish…. But I like how it looks tbh. I think I may have just located a replacement hop arm …. Just waiting for the manufacturer to let me know what the max bb weight is.

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@ivanhartley4378 Ahh yess. You mean the BBF stainless HU arm? I saw that one and it peaked my interest

[@ivanhartley4378]

@@BadaBingPictures yeah I have dropped them a message …. See what they come back with

[@ivanhartley4378]

@@BadaBingPictures just got a message back …. Apparently it will lift .43’s 😎👍

[@Relaxed_GunGuy]

if you have ever slept with your new airsoft rifle, go ahead and hit that subscribe button.

[@BadaBingPictures]

😂 not the most comfortable night sleep. I still recommend an escort. Or a classy hooker.

[@wafflelite]

Where did you get that hoodie from?

[@BadaBingPictures]

eBay Original Red Dawn Russian Camouflage is extremely hard to find now. Thankfully repros are made by a few people. Try Moe Guns or Camo HQ. 👍

[@wafflelite]

@@BadaBingPictures Cheers! Much appreciated 🙂

[@Jesscrayons]

At the start of this video I was thinking 'I've got 2 working ghk aks I don't think I'll want the tm one' at the end I was like 'I might sell one of my ghks and get a tm'.

[@BadaBingPictures]

😂 Two working GHK’s, I wouldn’t let one of those go! Unless it’s the AKMSU….to me.

[@chaos817]

i find the green gas mod wholly unnecessary, like just top off the mags in between matches and trust marui engineers, thats what the intentionally designed overfill blow off venting the inlet valve is designed to do to have consistent even fills every time. places phrohibit reloading in the field anyways,

[@snipermonke8366]

How does it feel after a lot of time? Is it durable? Would it break if I drop it?

[@BadaBingPictures]

It’s still here. No issues, and it’s still rock solid. Remember that it’s still a toy gun. The furniture will likely break if you drop it.

[@snipermonke8366]

@@BadaBingPictures alright then,that sounds good for Tokyo Marui. Thanks!

[@SuperEvilMonkee]

Finally had a chance to get hands on with one today, have to say its well put together compared to a GHK but it really lacked something in the firing. The recoil really wasn't there at all for me which is half the fun of a GBBR. I felt distinctly underwhelmed.

[@ArmandD]

Will you ever consider getting a We ak now to complete the AK GBBR review set?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I don’t think I will. Its a big investment when you consider the costs of the rifle + mags and time. Time is perhaps the biggest cost of all because it takes a lot of it to get to know the system. Plus all the weeks sat behind the computer. I just don’t have that ability.

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Hi Bud. Any thoughts on which is the best / optimum gas for this TM AKM ? Thnx

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Ultrair / Zero one pro etc.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hi. Recommended gas with TM GBB’s is always 144a type. Me personally I only use propane. The best gas would be anything without silicone oil additives, because that gets squirted through the system and you’ll be forever cleaning out your inner barrel/hop.

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Thanx, good point about the silicone. I’ll look up the propane option.

[@Terminatorbart]

Fun mode! 🔥

[@cathalhegarty2495]

Great video. But what's better a good second hand ghk AKM. That's working well , or the TM ??? . I'm really torn between the two 😫

[@BadaBingPictures]

How badly do you need the extra 5 bb capacity?

[@BadaBingPictures]

And thanks for watching! 😊

[@cathalhegarty2495]

@@BadaBingPictures no not really

[@MrGoogle87]

Great video, still want a gas replica at some point, but play outdoor this does not cut it. (Even shoots to hot first 2 shots, 1.2J is max here). Just get the BOLT AKM, mine shoots 60+ meter (like a laserbeam) with Psionic upgrades Rhop barrel kit (at 0.73Joule! And 0.30gr bb) Bolt BRSS = alot recoil, I think more then this TM AKM, but never shot Tm ak

[@2lbsTrigrPull]

Looks too sterile in my opinion. Real AKs are rougher around the edges in every aspect. Too bad, no real wood and no steel. That's a deal breaker for me but what TM really excels in, is the actual function of the gun. I doubt you get a more accurate, durable and reliable Gas blowback AKM from any other manufacturer. Compared to the new upcoming GHK AKM V3 this seems to be the better GBBR when not taking the built materials into account.

[@BadaBingPictures]

I like to think that’s what it would look like if the Japanese made real AK’s. Flawless, sterile and highly functional.

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Brilliant vid. What gas does it use straight out of the box?

[@GruelingFive8]

I've been using green gas in this since I got it though technically it's meant for lower powered gas. Seems to be holding up okay!

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Thnx for the reply. Have you done any mods. that you would recommend ? Keep going with the vids, much better than Netflix.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Thanks! As bluairsoft said, officially it’s only recommended to be used on 144a gas. Same as with all Tokyo Marui Gas Guns. I have only used propane and it’s been a-okay.

[@GruelingFive8]

@@davidhalliwell6844 Honestly I do recommend changing the stock hop up bucking/rubber. The maple leaf purple bucking I have at the moment is advertised to increase fps, with green gas it gets me on the line of site limits so I'd recommend a Mr.Hop, the range I got using one was great using 0.28g BBs. I think I fitted it wrong as shots curved to the left at long range, I'll give it another go or get a new one and see. Though I have seen in a few places that this could be fault of the hop arm design and looking into a nub or something for that is good to lift heavier BBS and keep them straight. Just something I've been meaning to look into myself :)

[@davidhalliwell6844]

Thnx again

[@tintero969]

Will charging the handle repeatedly not damage the internals as shown in 7:07? Never tried it with my akm because I'm afraid it might break it.

[@BadaBingPictures]

Nope. It’s all good. If it’s jammed for whatever reason, I don’t suggest kicking it open though. That’s a bit too hardcore!

[@tintero969]

@@BadaBingPictures Wow! the tm akm really does inspire confidence doesnt it?! Never regretted buying it, nor doubted it. Thanks for the awesome review man, you really did went into detail as always.

[@tintero969]

@@BadaBingPictures I literally just jammed my akm a few hours ago trying to mag dump all my mags lol, got me worried for a sec there.

[@GokuTo69]

The most realistic gun you can find in airsoft

[@cruzpershing8424]

Well did you get the Red Dawn camo from ?

[@BadaBingPictures]

A popular auction website many many years ago. It’s extremely rare to find, although I saw a smock listed on there the other week and it sold for 4 or 5 hundred dollars!

[@cruzpershing8424]

@@BadaBingPictures damn nothing's affordable anymore thanks anyway mate 🍻

[@BadaBingPictures]

@@cruzpershing8424 Nope! I made a video of this camo here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b33coqV7lr1qnc0 Also, I’ll throw you a bone 😉 Moe Guns in the US make repro hoodies with this pattern. And they’ve just released it as a windbreaker jacket too! It’s a bit more affordable.

[@cruzpershing8424]

@@BadaBingPictures thank you for the bone ✊

[@astragreen]

No that half bolt travel is definitely not in my liking one little bit, I don’t see why they make such a huge gaff here, I’m afraid it could well be a deal breaker in my case, say nothing about the ‘plastic’ stock and hand guards I know the AR platform has polymer (keep your hair on) they have been polymer from the factory from the get go in the 50s, I’m an AR guy so I’m probably nit picking however you can buy a AK airgun with full wood where wood is suppose to be half price of this AKM, I must say it looks good in fact it’s a beauty, but it’s just not right not for the price, I think this time I’ll probably get another colt, gbb carbine M4 platform instead!.

[@jimmystancliff2843]

That has the ZET system correct

[@BadaBingPictures]

Nope. The ZET system only applies to their M4. During the development of their M4, they created the ZET plate which represents their final revision of the bolt lock device. ZET plate = ZET system. AKM doesn’t feature bolt lock/hold open.

[@RazorNLD]

I am waiting for a third party to make an AKMN receiver. If they do, I would buy it!

[@alibehrami8573]

you should trie convert it to East German MPI KM

[@PeterPing]

I'm still getting GHK version because I can't get over plastic toy look on TM.

[@longbowsiu6806]

Rock & roll!!!! AK!!

[@michagromek6342]

Try Maple Leaf 2021/modify x-range bucking ( or sth similar ) to extend range on heavier bbs... I use autobot/MR Hop in my airsoftguns and I am satisfied with the results .

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’ll look into it. Cheers!

[@maX0229567]

being able to do a click no bang is a must for me

[@ErikLosLobos]

It's impressive how they got so many parts moving like the real deal, but all that gas needed just to make it move. It must be like 90% of the energy is used on just cosmetic parts. I find the world of airsoft a bizarre place these days

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hey bro, good to see you in the comments! To be fair to them they squeeze a lot out of a mag full of gas. Enough to run the big old action beyond a single magazine load. (Depending on gas fill of course) Not like the old days where you’d hope it’ll last for a full 30. The airsoft world is a terrible place nowadays tbh. The golden years. We didn’t realise it then.

[@ErikLosLobos]

@BadaBingPictures really enjoying your stuff by the way. Also love the fact you are enthusiastic but never loose sight of what the whole thing really is. Good work!

[@PoorWorksmanship]

someone's been watching a lot of GT

[@tylerbarr5733]

Biggest gripe about this platform and the only reason I haven’t bought is that there’s no 5.45 variants available yet and not even in the aftermarket TM needs to make these: AK-74, AK-105, AKS-74U

[@BadaBingPictures]

Dude, I was going to add a statement similar to this in the video. I would LOVE 5.45 options. I would truly kill for the new AKV-521. I know it’s a civi rifle but I just think it’s the most gorgeous thing ever. Along with the Bren2.

[@8man_01]

After they release the Saiga and P320. sooo.... 10 yrs or so later T_T lmao but yeah, we need more TM AK mag variants as well as AK variants themselves.

[@tylerbarr5733]

@@BadaBingPictures sameeeee I’ve been waiting for one, someone at Tokyo Marui needs to see this. I hope they’re aware of the demand to expand their GBBR AK platform That would be super sick I’ve seen those and they’re crazy cool looking

[@NeoMartel]

Maybe after Vityaz, WellPro copy this AK with steel reciever and dust cover for under 470€/513$/441£/2000PLN.

[@bronklab9777]

Gonna pick one up once I have ukara

[@Jokur182]

GHK ak or tm?

[@BadaBingPictures]

I love my GHK. Looks and feels great. But the quality of the TM shines so brightly it eclipses the GHK. If folks want to see a comparison I might just take the time to put one together…

[@PhantomM16]

Try a Flamingo 60 degree bucking in it.

[@DutchessNDukes]

Still hope you'll eventually do a WE Scar l review so I can lie to myself and justify my own purchase

[@BadaBingPictures]

haha, hmmmm…well I had one for about a week, after swapping a GHK G5 for it. I did a favour for a friend as he wanted my G5. Swapped and moved it on very quickly. Scar was okay. Sorry to say it didn’t do anything to standout. I used it for a couple games during its time between us and it was only okay. More reliable bolt lock than their AR series. Cold weather performance was slightly better too. Hop consistency was all over the place from what I remember. Champagne colour was ghastly.

[@CoyoteFeral]

Ay, let's not get ahead of ourselves here. We all know the WE AK74 is the juggernaut. If I wanted blueballs from a bolt carrier I'd dick around in the backyard with my $200 Crossman BB gun. :P

[@BadaBingPictures]

Let’s not get ahead of ourselves here. We all know the couple extra cms of bolt travel isn’t going to be noticed by anyone else in-game. Even the owner. 😂

[@GiuseppeSimonetti]

I would just put my own furniture on it anyways. I have real AK furniture I heard that fits airsoft rifles. The real AK selector switch is very sturdy and hard to operate, my Saiga 7.62 AKM has a stiff safety.

[@garrettwilson2626]

At this point, might as well get a real one lmao. But for an airsoft ak, this is probably as authentic as you can get to the real thing. Plus, you learn the fundamentals of a real ak, taking out the recoil spring and the gas piston, cleaning them, etc. The only problem for me is the plastic stock as mentioned, mags, and of course, price. Being a 500 dollar airsoft and having a plastic stock is kind of a let down. And mags? I hope they have a variation of different styled mags for it. Like a "waffle pattern" mag, and/or a bakelite mag. I wouldn't like to be stuck using a ribbed mag only. I wanna be able to spice it up. Price. Yeah this airsoft is up there for a legit reason. I just feel like I can stretch out 500 and get instead of just 1 gun, plenty of gear and couple new backup rifles and pistols, along with ammo and gas. It is indeed a sick gun, I feel like it would be worth 500 if it had REAL wood for the handguard and stock, and different styled mags to choose from. To me, it seems like playability for this gun is kinda low.

[@BadaBingPictures]

I’d like a real one too. I would be too tempted to fire it in the house though. I heard a pillow will muffle the shot. I don’t think TM would make different mags for it. At a stretch for the M4 they released a 20rd shorty and also a slightly different one for their Type 89 Japan Defence Rifle. If they get around to making a 5.45 version the mags might be interchangeable…maybe.

[@woody7948]

my favorite thing about the akm is the chocolate

[@facundocorradini]

The "proprietary magazines" and "no 3rd party mags" items in your _cons_ list seem a bit out of place. Each AK GBBR manufacturer has their own mag specs it would be weird to expect otherwise. Plus these mags work great so I don't see the need for aftermarket ones. Almost feels like you were really, really trying to take the list to 9 in order to match the _pros_ list. On the other hand, the lacking hop and the plastic fantastic furniture are easily worth 2 points each :p

[@BadaBingPictures]

Hey Mr Corradini, Hope you’re well. Yeah sure. It would be nonsense to expect cross compatibility. They’re the ones setting the standard, so that’s my shoddy writing. I suppose it wouldn’t be much of a problem regarding the hop if we all had to abide by the same regs as Japan. Thankfully we don’t. Now we’ll have to open it up to do something about it. Honestly the plastic furniture isn’t all that bad. Side by side with the LCT furniture and it’s disheartening.