Videos tagged with Apex Trigger

This video details the process of cleaning Glocks that have reached a point of malfunction due to extreme round counts and neglect. Ben Stoeger explains that his Glock 47s, with tens of thousands of rounds each and aftermarket Apex triggers, eventually stopped functioning reliably in cold weather and with lighter ammunition. He describes field stripping, cleaning slide rails, and addressing striker channel issues as necessary steps when firearms reach this state.

This video provides an expert-level review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 aluminum frame pistols, specifically the full-size and compact models. The instructor, Reno May, offers a counter-narrative to online criticism, highlighting the firearms' suitability for duty, carry, and competition. He details personal experiences, compares them to other popular models, and discusses aftermarket support and potential modifications.

This guide, informed by an experienced instructor, details how to optimize your handgun's grip and backstrap fit for improved control and comfort. It emphasizes the importance of trigger reach and how the grip feels during rapid fire. The guide suggests testing different backstraps and using grip tape to smooth transitions, ultimately leading to a more stable shooting platform.

This guide details the process of building a modern performance pistol, focusing on component selection and tuning for enhanced shooting dynamics. It covers installing optics, compensators, lights, and recoil management systems, drawing from expert insights on optimizing handgun performance. The video emphasizes that such builds require a deep understanding of firearm mechanics and a commitment to maintenance.

This video provides an expert-level overview of a custom Browning Hi-Power MKIII build by MK3 Firearms. It details significant modifications including an RDIH SFS system for safe 'cocked and locked' carry, an Apex two-stage trigger for improved performance, and upgraded sights (Trijicon HD front, Heinie rear). Aesthetic enhancements like custom grip facetting, VZ G10 grips, and a Graphite Black Cerakote finish are also showcased, demonstrating advanced gunsmithing techniques.

This guide details how to remove the magazine disconnect and install an Apex trigger on an M&P 40C. The video highlights that removing the magazine disconnect prevents accidental discharges in grappling situations and that Apex triggers offer a significant improvement in pull weight and feel for M&P 1.0 models. The presenter emphasizes that these modifications can be done affordably, making older law enforcement trade-ins a viable option for a high-performance handgun.

This video explores a custom Smith & Wesson M&P Shield build chambered in .357 SIG, focusing on maximizing power and reliability for concealed carry. The presenter details how to convert a .40 S&W Shield by swapping the barrel and discusses the advantages of .357 SIG, including its ballistics and feeding reliability due to its bottleneck design. The build incorporates aftermarket parts like an Apex trigger and Mag Guts for increased capacity, offering a potent and affordable self-defense option.

This video by Joel Park, a firearms instructor, focuses on improving trigger control and managing firearm input, particularly for triggers with a defined wall versus a rolling break. He introduces the 'Trigger Control at Speed' drill, emphasizing continuous, rolling pressure to prevent influencing the firearm during the shot. The content is suitable for intermediate shooters looking to refine their marksmanship fundamentals.

This video features a comparison and competition between two Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistols set up for everyday carry (EDC) and USPSA competition. The hosts detail their specific modifications, including aftermarket slides, triggers, magwells, and optics. A competition is held to determine who wins a mystery box prize, ultimately revealing a Sig Sauer P320 X-Five Legion as the grand prize for the winner, Peter.

This video reviews a prototype trigger from Tactical Trigger, comparing it to the speaker's preferred Apex triggers for Glocks. The speaker discusses different trigger brake styles, including 'rolling brake' versus a 'crisp wall,' and expresses a preference for the rolling brake. The video also details the installation process for aftermarket Glock triggers and compares the feel and function of various options.

This video explores the nuances of Glock trigger designs, specifically comparing a 'defined wall' trigger with a 'rolling brake' prototype from Tactical Trigger. The speaker, Joel Park, details his experience swapping triggers between a Glock 47 with a Tactical Trigger and another with an Apex Trigger. He highlights the subjective nature of trigger preference, discussing how different trigger types suit various shooting styles, such as 'prep and press' versus a single-motion pull.