This video reviews the Aly & Kaufman AKB-23, a kit that allows users to build an SA80/L85 lookalike using a Brownells BRN-180 upper. The reviewer highlights the clever adaptation, noting its AR-180 origins and the reliability of the BRN-180. The kit includes a milled aluminum lower (requiring FFL transfer), iron sights, a cheek rest, and a front handguard. The AKB-23 is presented as an affordable and accessible way to achieve the SA80 aesthetic with modern, reliable internals, offering a fun shooting experience.
This YouTube video analyzes and compares the Aly & Kaufman AKB-23 to the SA80/L85 rifle. It highlights the AKB-23 as a potential improvement over the British bullpup design, likely focusing on its features, handling, and performance in a comparative review format. The description and title suggest an in-depth look at a bullpup conversion or variant, drawing parallels and contrasts with a well-known military rifle.
This video explores the concept of bringing the British L85 rifle platform to the US market. It focuses on the Brownells BRN180 upper receiver and how the AKB-23 kit can be used to create a close replica of the L85. The description highlights that the L85 has historically been unavailable to US civilians, making this modification a noteworthy development for firearm enthusiasts interested in the platform.
This TFBTV video highlights the top five long guns showcased at SHOT Show 2025, featuring a mix of shotguns and rifles. The selection includes a military contract shotgun, a controversial prototype, and a classic battle rifle making a return to the US market. Specific firearms mentioned as potential contenders or honorable mentions include the B&T 300K, Daewoo K2, AKB-23, Beretta A300 Chisel, and the Mossberg 590R/590RM. The video encourages viewer interaction to determine their favorite pick and promotes viewer support for independent content creation with monthly gear giveaways.
This video from SHOT Show 2025 introduces the AKB-23, a firearm inspired by the UK's SA80/L85 bullpup rifle. It features a lower receiver compatible with AR-type uppers, specifically mentioning the Brownells BRN-180 Gen 2 with an 18.5-inch barrel. The displayed model includes furniture designed by A&K. The description also highlights TFBTV's viewer support program, offering monthly gear giveaways.
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