Videos tagged with Ambidextrous Thumb Safety

This review of the Bul Armory Blaze, conducted by Brett from Nightwood Guns, highlights its design for competition with a focus on performance-to-value. The pistol features a lightweight slide, heavy frame, excellent grip texture, and a modular trigger system. While praised for its shooting dynamics and reliability, a sharp corner on the aluminum magwell is noted as a potential downside. The Blaze is recommended for serious competitors rather than general self-defense.

This review of the Springfield Armory Hellcat RDP Rapid Defense Package highlights four key differences from the standard Hellcat: the HEX Wasp 3.5 MOA red dot sight, a 3.8-inch barrel with an integrated compensator, a Gen 2 trigger with a wider trigger bar safety, and an ambidextrous thumb safety. The reviewer notes the optic co-witnesses with the tritium front sight and the compensator is lightweight and easy to attach/detach. The trigger pull remains around 5.5 pounds, consistent with the standard Hellcat.

This video details the Colt Combat Elite Series of 1911 pistols, available in Defender, Commander, and Government sizes, chambered in 9mm and .45 ACP. It highlights features like two-tone stainless steel finishes, 25 LPI checkering on the front strap and mainspring housing, a full magazine bevel, ambidextrous thumb safeties, and Novak night sights. The instructor also provides a crucial technique for 1911 shooters on proper thumb safety manipulation for enhanced grip and recoil control.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Colt Combat Elite family of 1911 pistols, introduced at the 2018 NRA Annual Meetings. Paul Batali of Colt highlights the distinctive two-tone finish, updated features like ambidextrous safeties and undercut trigger guards, and the availability of the pistols in multiple sizes and calibers. The discussion emphasizes the blend of duty-ready features with an elegant aesthetic.

This video provides a quick overview of the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ .380 ACP pistol, highlighting its user-friendly features designed for individuals with reduced hand strength. Key features include an easy-to-rack slide, easy-load magazines, a grip safety, and an ambidextrous thumb safety, making it accessible for a wider range of shooters. The firearm is presented as a viable option for concealed carry and self-defense.

This video introduces the Kimber Micro CDP .380 ACP, a new pistol for 2012. It's described as a miniature 1911 built in Kimber's custom shop, featuring custom elements like stainless steel construction, an aluminum frame with checkering, ambidextrous safety, night sights, and Crimson Trace laser grips. Production is starting, with deliveries expected in Fall 2012.

This video provides an expert-level guide from Wilson Combat on installing an ambidextrous thumb safety onto a 1911 pistol. The process involves detailed fitting, precise filing, and critical sear engagement adjustments, emphasizing the need for gunsmithing skills. The instruction highlights safety checks, component preparation, and final testing to ensure proper function and reliability.