Videos tagged with Double Stack Magazine

This review of the Sig Sauer P211 GTO highlights its impressive build quality, with excellent machining and a comfortable ergonomic feel. The pistol is optic-ready, features ambient controls, a flared magwell, and comes with multiple magazines and recoil springs for tuning. It demonstrated reliability across various ammunition types, including steel-cased and match-grade rounds, after an initial spring adjustment.

This video demonstrates the H&K SP5, a civilian variant of the MP5, highlighting its factory diopter sights and double-stack, double-feed magazine for reliability and ease of loading. It features a Mosan Beak drill, showcasing rapid engagement and emphasizing the minimal recoil of the roller-delayed blowback system. The instructor also notes the importance of finishing ammunition boxes to avoid partials.

This video explores the rising popularity of 2011-style handguns, which offer increased capacity and modern features while retaining the classic single-action trigger of the 1911. The discussion highlights their availability in various calibers, optic-ready configurations, and safety features like ambidextrous external safeties and backstrap safeties. While acknowledging their appeal for range use and as an upgrade from traditional 1911s, the presenters note that the wider grip may not suit all hand sizes.

Johnny Q addresses a viewer question about single-stack versus double-stack magazines, explaining the fundamental difference in round alignment. He highlights that single-stack magazines, like those for the Glock 48, align rounds straight, leading to a slimmer firearm profile. Double-stack magazines, exemplified by a Glock 9mm with a 17-round capacity, stagger rounds for increased capacity. The speaker expresses a preference for double-stack for self-defense due to the higher round count, while acknowledging single-stack guns are typically smaller and lighter.

This guide breaks down the popular 2011 handgun platform, explaining its evolution from the 1911, key features like double-stack capacity, hammer-fired single-action operation, and common safety mechanisms. It highlights the prevalence of optics-ready slides and various frame materials, while also advising on suitability for concealed carry versus range use due to size and weight. Expert insights emphasize the importance of trying the firearm before purchase.

TheYankeeMarshal, an experienced firearm enthusiast, reviews the SIG P229, highlighting its strengths as a double-stack 9mm handgun. He positions it as a top-tier option, comparable to the Beretta 92, due to its excellent ergonomics, hammer-fired DA/SA action with a manual decocker, and overall dependability. The review touches upon previous experiences with 2011 platforms like the Springfield Prodigy and Kimber KDS9C, suggesting a shift in preference towards the P229's design.

This review of the Springfield Prodigy 1911 DS (5-inch barrel) highlights its features, including an optic-ready slide, fiber front sight, U-notch rear sight, ambidextrous safety, and an extended magazine release that allows for quick magazine changes without breaking grip. The reviewer notes the gun's comfortable grip texture, decent magwell, and the inclusion of a 17-round magazine. While acknowledging it's a budget-friendly 2011 option, the reviewer compares its trigger and overall feel to more affordable 1911s, suggesting it's a good starting point for those entering the 2011 platform.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the new Kimber 2K11 Comp Series pistol, presented by Dan from Gun For Hire. Key features highlighted include its 1911-style trigger, double-stack capacity, flared magwell for faster reloads, a 'chunk port' for recoil reduction, and a fiber optic front sight for improved target acquisition. The firearm is noted to be available in both black and stainless finishes.

This guide demonstrates the proper loading, live-fire, and post-firing inspection procedures for a Smith & Wesson Model 59. The video, presented by Misha with high authority, showcases safe firearm handling and accurate rapid fire. Key steps include magazine insertion, chambering a round, firing, and confirming the firearm is clear after use.

This video introduces the 30 Epic cartridge, a new high-power round designed for the AR-15 platform. Developed by Olympus Arms, Inc., the cartridge aims to maximize power while fitting within standard AR-15 magwells in a double-stack configuration. The focus is on achieving potent performance without compromising compatibility.

This video provides an expert overview of the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro Elite, presented by Tony Pignato from OA Defense at SHOT Show 2024. The firearm combines 1911 ergonomics and trigger with double-stack capacity, featuring a billet aluminum frame, Type 3 hardcoat anodizing, and Dawson Precision sights. It is available in ported or standard barrel configurations and is optics-ready.

This video provides an expert overview of the upcoming Palmetto State Armory SABRE-11 pistol, presented by Sean Curtis of Pew Pew Tactical. The discussion highlights its 100% billet machined construction, double-stack 9mm configuration, and tight slide-to-frame fit, emphasizing its premium build quality and extensive endurance testing. While pricing is TBD, it's expected to be higher than standard PSA offerings due to its advanced manufacturing processes.