Videos tagged with Pistol Review

This video compares four hybrid duty pistols: the Glock 19X, Glock 45 Gen 6, SIG Sauer M18, and Springfield Echelon 4.0 FC, and Walther PDP SD Pro. The hosts discuss the concept of hybrid pistols (short slide, long frame) and their benefits, such as full grip with slide compactness. They then provide shooting impressions and rankings for each model, highlighting ergonomics, recoil impulse, trigger quality, and overall feel.

The Taurus GX2 Toro is a new optics-ready variant of the GX2 pistol. It offers an optics cut at a slightly lower price point than expected, though it includes only one magazine. The firearm is noted for its comfortable grip, decent trigger for its price class, and compatibility with existing Taurus TX series magazines. It's presented as a strong contender for handguns under $300.

Micah Mayfield provides an in-depth review of the Sig Sauer P211 after 3,500 rounds, focusing on its performance, reliability, and comparison to other 2011 platforms. He highlights its Series 80 design for drop safety, its flat shooting characteristics, and the effectiveness of its island compensator. The review also touches on ergonomics, trigger quality, and magazine compatibility with SIG P320 magazines.

This video provides an update on the Kimber Warrior DS 9mm pistol after approximately 650-700 rounds. The primary issue encountered is with the optic mounting plate screws not threading fully into the slide, causing play in mounted optics like the SRO and RMR. The presenter contacted Kimber customer service, who provided a shipping label to send the slide for repair. The video also details the pistol's features, including its three-piece frame, aluminum frame, bushing barrel, 1911-style extractor, and trigger characteristics, while noting its compatibility with Springfield Prodigy/Duramag magazines.

This video provides a first look at the Archon Type B pistol, highlighting its polymer construction that feels substantial, adjustable grip texture panels, and modularity allowing for subcompact, compact, and full-size configurations. The firearm features a unique straight-rearward barrel movement, contributing to a distinct recoil impulse. The reviewer praises the trigger, sights, and comfortable controls, noting its German manufacturing with US and Czech Republic presence. The pistol comes optics-ready, with this model featuring an Acro optics cut.

This video reviews the Springfield Armory SA-35 4.0, a compact variant of the Browning Hi-Power, highlighting its modern features like an oversized safety and increased magazine capacity. It also showcases a Galco Combat Master OWB holster and a Buck 110 automatic knife as part of a classic EDC kit. The SA-35 4.0 is compared in size to a Glock G19, noting its all-metal construction contributes to a slightly higher weight but improved shooting dynamics.

After three months of testing, the reviewer finds the HK CC9's ergos and dry-fire trigger to be excellent, with the optic sitting low due to its direct mount. However, the shooting experience is hampered by a significant recoil impulse and a stiff, ambidextrous magazine release. While the reviewer is still working to improve their shooting with the platform, they do not envision carrying it.

This video provides a first look at the new HK VP9CC, comparing it to the existing VP9 and CC9 models. The VP9CC is presented as a smaller version of the VP9, retaining its core features like ambidextrous controls, a good trigger, a picatinny rail, and interchangeable backstraps. It also features an optics cut and co-witnessed sights. The reviewer notes the VP9CC is more slender than the VP9 and includes finger grooves, unlike the VP9. The European-style magazine release is highlighted as a carryover feature.

This review compares the new HK VP9 CC micro-compact pistol with the HK CC9, highlighting their differences in size, features, and manufacturing origin (Germany vs. USA). The video details their respective specifications, ergonomics, trigger characteristics, and shooting performance, offering insights for concealed carry choices. It also covers field stripping and reassembly procedures for the VP9 CC.

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 22X highlights its ergonomics, trigger feel, and ambidextrous controls, which are reminiscent of the standard M&P line. The firearm demonstrated a preference for standard velocity .22 LR ammunition for optimal accuracy, with higher velocity rounds leading to less consistent groups. The reviewer also details how to adjust the rear sight, a process made simple with an accessible Allen screw.

This review of a Beretta APX, a former law enforcement trade-in, highlights its reliability after 500 rounds. The primary critique focuses on the heavy 12 lb trigger pull, which is significantly heavier than comparable pistols like Glocks and M&Ps (around 6-7 lbs). While acknowledging the potential rationale for heavier triggers in law enforcement to mitigate accidental discharges, the reviewer expresses a personal disagreement with this approach.

This comprehensive 6,000-round review of the Langdon Tactical 92G Elite II by Regular Guy Training LLC highlights significant improvements over previous Beretta 92 iterations. The video details enhanced grip texture, updated slide serrations, a superior optics mounting system, and a staked front sight, all contributing to improved handling and reliability. The reviewer concludes it's the best 92-series pistol currently available, offering exceptional value and performance straight out of the box.