Videos tagged with Double Action Pistol

This video compares the Melik Gold 9, a Beretta 92 clone with a striking gold and nickel finish chambered in 9mm, against the Retay RXP 22, a .22 LR pistol equipped with a Fletcher Rifle Works Taquito suppressor, PowerTac flashlight, and Valkyrie Red dot. Both are double-action/single-action pistols with good triggers, offering distinct shooting experiences and applications.

This video introduces the Lionheart Industries Vulcan, a new premium double-action semi-automatic pistol. The reviewer highlights its "Double Action+" trigger system, which is a novel experience for them. The description also includes affiliate links for various recommended gear, including optics, holsters, eye protection, gun oil, and hearing protection. The video emphasizes that all shooting is conducted safely on approved ranges by trained professionals for educational and entertainment purposes only.

This video demonstrates an advanced tactical training drill focused on drawing a pistol from a holster while under simulated attack from a live assailant wielding a training knife. The instructor, identified as an expert by their analytical debriefs and demonstration of complex techniques, emphasizes the importance of efficient draw mechanics and shot placement under extreme stress. The drill highlights the critical time lost due to suboptimal holster use or drawing technique, especially with unfamiliar equipment, and incorporates movement to simulate real-world scenarios.

This video provides a basic guide on how to shoot a double-action pistol, addressing common criticisms and highlighting its advantages as a safety system. The instructor emphasizes the importance of consistent trigger pull and suggests a slow, deliberate pace for new shooters to master the technique. While acknowledging that the world has largely moved towards other designs, the presenter shares personal positive experiences with DA/SA pistols from their service. The video aims to equip viewers with the fundamental principles for correctly using this type of firearm.

This video analyzes a self-defense incident in Brazil where a concealed carrier successfully deterred a robbery attempt. Key takeaways include the importance of recognizing cultural cues for situational awareness, such as motorcycles signaling potential threats. The defender's quick, albeit slightly flawed, draw and the analysis of his double-action pistol technique offer valuable lessons for armed citizens.

This video showcases Elvis Presley's personal Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 pistol, a significant piece of firearms history. The hosts highlight its transition from revolvers to semi-automatics in law enforcement, with the Model 39 being one of the first domestic double-action 9mm pistols. It was gifted to Elvis by a fan and later passed to his bodyguard, Sonny West. Despite minor exterior rust, likely from a shoulder holster, the pistol is in good condition and offers insight into the development of popular "Wonder Nines."

This video provides a comprehensive review of the Ruger P89 DC pistol, an upgraded variant of the P85 originally designed for the US Army. The reviewer highlights its robust, overbuilt construction, comfortable shooting experience despite its weight, and its suitability for home defense and concealed carry. Key features discussed include the unique decocking mechanism, ambidextrous controls, and easy takedown for cleaning. The video notes that while production ceased in 2013, the P89 DC remains readily available on the secondary market at an attractive price point, with ample accessories still in production.

The Colt Double Eagle is critically reviewed as a failed attempt to modernize the 1911 platform with a double-action mechanism. While featuring interchangeable slides and barrels with the 1911 Series 80, its design is considered an 'abomination' with poor ergonomics, a thick grip, and a tendency to point low. Reliability issues and comparisons to the Colt Lightning revolver lead to a recommendation only for collectors.

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.

The Marius Berger repeating pistol from the 1880s represents a unique transitional design before semi-automatic pistols. It features a novel double-action mechanism where a single trigger pull cycles the action, extracting, ejecting, and chambering new rounds from its 5-round tubular magazine. Chambered in a proprietary 7.5mm cartridge, this manually operated handgun showcases intricate mechanical engineering from a bygone era.