This video explores the challenges of finding modern double-action (DA/SA or DAO) semi-automatic pistols for concealed carry, as most are larger service pistols. Chris Baker highlights the safety advantages of DA/SA triggers, such as a heavier first pull and the ability to manually control the hammer. He recommends the Beretta PX4 Compact, HK P30, and CZ P-07 as top DA/SA carry options, while noting the limited 'slim' DA/SA market. Alternatives like striker-fired pistols with manual safeties or Striker Control Devices (SCDs) are also discussed for enhanced safety.
The Beretta Px4 Compact Carry is a factory-upgraded DA/SA pistol designed for concealed carry, featuring low-profile controls and an improved trigger. While the factory grip is noted as too smooth, aftermarket solutions like Talon Grips or custom stippling can enhance handling. The Ameriglo sights offer good visibility but may be slightly wide for precision shooting at distance.
The Casino Drill, developed by Tom Givens, is a challenging shooting exercise designed to test accuracy under cognitive load and stress. It requires drawing, engaging six numbered shapes in sequence, firing a specific number of rounds at each, and performing emergency reloads, all within a 21-second par time. This drill pushes shooters beyond basic mechanics, evaluating their performance when thinking is required beyond simple muscle memory.
Chris Baker, a recognized firearms instructor, discusses his shift from the Beretta PX4 Compact to a Smith & Wesson 3953 for his daily carry. Despite the S&W 3953 being an older, metal-framed, DAO 9mm with an 8-round capacity, Baker prioritizes shooting enjoyment and practice motivation over marginal tactical advantages like higher capacity. He emphasizes that choosing a firearm you enjoy practicing with is a valid approach to EDC, provided it's safe and reliable.
This review delves into the Beretta PX4 Compact's performance and customization options. Chris Baker highlights its reliability and ergonomics, detailing accuracy tests with various ammunition types, with Speer Gold Dot 124gr +P achieving 3.4-inch groups at 25 yards. The guide covers practical upgrades like Talon Grips, a Beretta 'D' hammer spring to reduce trigger pull, and holster recommendations, emphasizing the growing aftermarket support and the upcoming PX4 Compact Carry edition.
This review of the Beretta PX4 Compact highlights its enduring appeal as a double-action alternative in a striker-fired dominated market. Expert analysis from Chris Baker, referencing Ernest Langdon's advocacy, details the PX4's reliability over 3,400 rounds, its smooth trigger, and the recoil-mitigating benefits of its rotating barrel design. The PX4 Compact is presented as a highly concealable option offering performance comparable to larger pistols.
This video combines the classical music of Bach's Prelude in C Major with a showcase of various firearms, highlighting the appreciation for fine art among gun owners. The description lists a diverse collection of handguns, including models from Browning, Rock Island Armory, CZ, HK, Kahr, S&W, Sig Sauer, Glock, Beretta, Bersa, Chiappa, and Colt. It also mentions RZ Targets, Diet Coke, and Deer Park H20. The video is presented by Sootch00.
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