This guide details the customization of a Smith & Wesson M&P Metal pistol for USPSA Carry Optics competition, particularly for California shooters. It covers essential aftermarket upgrades like an Apex trigger and barrel, a Mischief Machine backstrap, and a Calculated Kinetics weight and optic plate. The modifications aim to enhance accuracy, control, and overall shooting performance, making the M&P Metal a competitive choice. Instruction is provided by Reno May, a competitive shooter aiming for Master Class.
This guide, drawing on the expertise of Joel Park, details how to select the optimal backstrap for your handgun, focusing on grip comfort and trigger reach. It emphasizes practical testing, including rapid-fire drills, and suggests modifications like grip tape for improved handling. The advice is geared towards intermediate shooters looking to fine-tune their firearm's ergonomics.
This expert-level discussion from a Lead Firearms Instructor explores the evolution and purpose of the modern performance pistol. It delves into the trend of customizing full-size handguns with optics, lights, and compensators to enhance shooting efficiency and control. The video highlights key components for recoil management, military influences, and the inherent trade-offs in reliability, cost, and complexity associated with these highly tuned firearms, emphasizing that performance builds demand increased owner responsibility for maintenance and system understanding.
This video details a comprehensive custom build of a Browning Hi-Power MKIII pistol by MK3 Firearms. It highlights significant upgrades including an 11-degree barrel crown, Trijicon HD front and Heinie rear sights, and the innovative RDIH SFS system for safe 'cocked and locked' carry. The build also features a custom two-stage Apex trigger, aesthetic enhancements like grip facetting and a beveled magwell, VZ G10 grips, and a durable Graphite Black Cerakote finish. The presentation demonstrates a high level of gunsmithing expertise.
This video focuses on practical upgrades for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol, aiming to enhance its shooting feel and performance for training and competition. The presenter details specific modifications like the Apex trigger, Holosun 407c optic, DPM recoil system, and Taran tactical baseplates. The content includes real-world testing, installation tips, and a bonus tip for significant improvement, distinguishing between functional upgrades and purely aesthetic 'gucci' mods. The presenter also promotes their Range Day Ebook and offers a discount code for Modern Warriors.
This video provides a direct comparison between the Apex Trigger and a Tactical Trigger. While the specific firearm models are not explicitly stated in the provided data, the title suggests a focus on trigger upgrades and their performance differences. This content is likely aimed at firearm owners looking to enhance their weapon's ergonomics and shooting experience, potentially for competition, self-defense, or general use.
This video focuses on the installation and potential benefits of an Apex Trigger for a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol. It likely covers the process of swapping out the factory trigger for an aftermarket one, aiming to improve trigger pull weight, reset, and overall shooting experience. Viewers can expect a demonstration or discussion of how the Apex Trigger might enhance the performance of their M&P 2.0.
This video directly compares a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol against Glock firearms, with the presenter asserting the M&P 2.0 is superior. The video details various upgrades and modifications made to the M&P 2.0, including a Trijicon SRO optic, slide cut, SureFire X300 Turbo weapon light, Apex trigger, Floyd's Custom Shop magwell, safety removal, and an enhanced slide release. The presenter argues three key reasons why the M&P 2.0 'kills' Glock, and concludes with shooting drills like the Cold Bill Drill, fast slide manipulation tests, and split time comparisons against a Glock. The video also includes POV shooting footage and final thoughts on the comparison.
This video demonstrates the installation of an Apex Tactical Specialties trigger on a Sig Sauer P320 pistol. The description provides links to in-person classes and digital coaching through Practical Shooting Training Group (PSTG), as well as Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon. It also links to the PSTG podcast. The content focuses on firearm modification and potentially performance enhancement for the P320.
This video is a product spotlight on the Ed Brown Fuel M&P pistol, a customized version of the S&W M&P. Steve from Brownells highlights the unique features of this high-performance handgun, including Ed Brown's extensive customization, a lightweight stainless steel slide with weight reduction cuts, and an optic and suppressor-ready design with suppressor height sights and a threaded barrel. The video also details the pistol's Glock sight cuts for wider sight selection, an Apex trigger system tuned by Ed Brown for a crisp pull, a machined locking block and frame rails for durability, and ergonomic enhancements like an aluminum flared magazine well and ambidextrous controls. The discussion covers internal customizations, a special recoil rod, flat spring, and a match-grade Ed Brown barrel.
This video focuses on upgrading the Smith & Wesson Shield pistol by installing an Apex Trigger Shoe. It likely details the process of replacing the existing trigger with the Apex upgrade, aiming to improve the shooting experience, such as trigger pull weight and feel. The content is geared towards owners of the Smith & Wesson Shield looking to customize their firearm.
This video discusses the Apex trigger, a popular aftermarket upgrade for firearms. The description provides links to practical shooting training, Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon, and a podcast from PSTG, suggesting the content is geared towards competitive or performance-oriented shooting enthusiasts who are interested in improving their firearm's trigger performance for better accuracy and control.
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