Videos tagged with Atlas Pistols

Ben Stoeger, a professional competition shooter and instructor firing over 150,000 rounds annually, shares his pragmatic insights on 2011-style pistols. He discusses personal experiences with Staccato, Atlas, and Kimber models, comparing them to Sig Sauer, Beretta, and CZ platforms. Stoeger emphasizes the importance of warranty, customer service, and the practical benefits of features like compensators, offering advice for those considering a 2011 for competition or duty use.

Ben Stoeger discusses his extensive firearm review process, emphasizing the need for high round counts (around 10,000) to form a comprehensive opinion on a firearm's performance and durability. He explains that his reviews are integrated into his regular training and teaching, rather than being a separate activity. Stoeger highlights the Smith & Wesson M&P as a particularly interesting platform for review due to its broad appeal as a full-size service pistol, despite not being as widely discussed as Glocks or Walthers.

This video discusses the Staccato XC and P pistols, addressing viewer comments on their cost, performance, and reliability. Ben Stoeger emphasizes that while expensive, Staccato pistols are production guns, not bespoke, offering accessibility. He also touches on the importance of using manufacturer-specific magazines and the potential issues arising from modifications or using parts from other brands. The discussion highlights that while Staccatos are capable for EDC and competition, their value proposition is debated against their price point and the performance of other 2011 platforms.