Videos tagged with Optic Ready Pistols

This live stream covers a range of firearms topics, including a detailed discussion on the challenges of installing an optic on a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 10mm due to a small hex screw size. The host also delves into gun news, legislative updates in Tennessee, and personal firearm preferences, highlighting the Glock 20 as a top 10mm pistol and the Colt Python Combat Elite as a favorite handgun. The discussion emphasizes self-defense and Second Amendment rights, with practical advice for new and experienced gun owners.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores budget-friendly firearm options, highlighting the Derya Arms TM22 rifle at $129 and the Derya Arms DY9Z pistol around $220. It also details a custom 9mm build using a PSA lower for $189. The instructor, demonstrating experienced authority, provides insights into market pricing and product features.

This video provides an in-depth, unbiased review of the Glock Gen V and the upcoming Gen 6 models, detailing their technical specifications, ergonomic changes, and the controversial reasons behind some of the updates. The discussion covers the Gen V's subtle slide modifications aimed at preventing full-auto conversions, the Gen 6's new direct-mount optic system, enhanced ergonomics like the 'gas pedal' and RTF6 texturing, and a return to a single recoil spring. It also touches on historical Glock calibers and the company's business strategy in response to market demands and regulations.

This video covers several new firearm releases and industry updates. It details new pistols from BNT USA (Phoenix Redback and Drake), IFG (Tanfoglio Defiant Tactical Pro), Beretta (92X Performance Carry Optic Dark Series), Ruger (MAX-9 threaded barrel), and Smith & Wesson (Shield X). CZ also announced its new 600 series rifles with interchangeable barrels. Industry news includes Barrett's new facility and Thompson Center Arms acquiring Green Mountain Barrels.

This video provides a detailed comparison between the Savage Stance XR and the Springfield Hellcat Pro, two micro-compact 9mm pistols. It highlights key differences in barrel length, sights, optic readiness, rail systems, stippling, manual safety availability, magazine capacity, and price. The presenter offers insights into shootability, concealability, and reliability, concluding that both are excellent options for concealed carry, with the Stance XR excelling in concealability and the Hellcat Pro offering higher capacity and potentially better reliability with certain ammunition types.

This video reviews several high-end and limited edition firearms, including the SK Guns Sidekick, ZEV Technologies Heartbreaker, and Ruger 1911 Street Edition. It highlights their unique features, craftsmanship, and significant price points, offering a perspective on the luxury segment of the firearms market. The M&P9 Metal compact is also discussed as a more accessible option.

This video from Line45 reviews five new 9mm handguns that aim to challenge the dominance of the Glock 19. Host Ted highlights the Sig Sauer P365-Fuse, Kimber R7 Mako Carbon Compact, Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F Comp, CZ P-09 Nocturne, and Walther PDP Compact Steel Frame, detailing their unique features like increased capacity, integral compensators, and optic-ready slides. The review provides a comparative look at modern handgun advancements beyond traditional platforms.

This video compares three popular factory-compensated micro-compact pistols: the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro Comp, SIG Sauer P365 XMacro Comp, and Shadow Systems CR920P. The instructor highlights their shared features like portability, optic readiness, and compensated slides, while detailing individual pros and cons regarding grip, trigger, recoil impulse, and price. The comparison aims to help viewers choose a pistol that maximizes performance in a small, carryable package.

This video compares the Walther Q5 SF and the Walther PDP SF (4.5-inch steel frame), detailing the speaker's preference for the PDP SF due to its less 'bouncy' recoil and better balance. The speaker discusses aftermarket modifications, including an OverWatch Precision trigger and IMBEL/Lock grips, which were crucial for resolving trigger reach issues on the PDP SF. Ultimately, the Q5 SF is retired from the speaker's safe in favor of the PDP SF.

The SIG SAUER ROMEO-X ENCLOSED optic is designed for extreme environmental conditions. It features a fully enclosed, sealed, and argon-purged optical system to protect against moisture, dust, and debris. Constructed with 7075 aluminum and Spectracoat lenses, it offers superior clarity and fast target acquisition, with an ultra-low deck height enabling co-witnessing with standard iron sights on optic-ready pistols.

This video reviews five top 1911 pistols for 2024, highlighting surprising picks and modern enhancements. The selection includes the Bull Armory SAS Tac 2 (a double-stack 9mm), Kimber KDS 9C Rail (a 9mm with double-stack capacity), Springfield Armory TRP Carry Contour (a 4.25-inch 45 ACP for concealed carry), Wilson Combat CQB (a classic 5-inch 45 ACP), and Dan Wesson Specialist (a premium 1911 available in 9mm, 10mm, or 45 ACP). The presenter emphasizes improvements in sites, triggers, materials, and the evolution into 2011 platforms.

This review highlights several concealed carry firearms that the presenter believes are poor choices for 2024, citing issues like recalls, outdated features, and high price-to-value ratios. The video contrasts these with recommended alternatives, emphasizing practicality, performance, and affordability in the micro-compact and compact pistol markets. Key concerns include reliability, magazine capacity, and the availability of modern features.