Videos tagged with Polymer Frame

This review of the Colt All-American 2000, designed by Reed Knight and Eugene Stoner, challenges historical claims of extreme inaccuracy. While the pistol exhibited reliability issues and a heavy, unusual trigger pull, the reviewer's tests showed significantly better accuracy than reported in early 1990s firearms publications. The reviewer suggests that the pistol's ergonomics, trigger, and potentially manufacturing tolerances contributed to its poor reception, rather than outright fabrication by journalists.

This video provides a first-shot review of the budget-friendly Ross Martin RM1C, a 9mm striker-fired polymer pistol. The reviewer highlights its impressive feature set for the price, including a single-port compensator, ambidextrous controls, and an optics-ready slide. While generally positive, the reviewer notes a smooth grip texture that can be an issue in hot weather and a slightly narrower grip that affects trigger reach for some shooters. The RM1C is presented as a strong contender in the saturated market of compensated, striker-fired pistols.

This video provides a clear, step-by-step guide to field stripping the Girsan Witness CMX X pistol. It emphasizes safety by starting with unloading the firearm and checking the chamber. The process involves aligning the slide with a specific notch to remove the takedown pin, then separating the slide, recoil spring, guide rod, and barrel. The presenter notes the pistol's construction, featuring an aluminum slide and polymer frame, common in 2011-style firearms.

Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo details the Kel-Tec P32, a groundbreaking pocket pistol that influenced the modern concealed carry market. Despite its small size and .32 ACP chambering, it utilizes an innovative locked-breech design for improved shootability and reliability compared to contemporary blowback pistols. While newer, larger caliber options exist, the P32 remains uniquely suited for deep concealment and ultra-light carry.

This review of the Rost Martin RM1S subcompact handgun highlights its features, price point, and initial range performance. The presenter found the RM1S to be a feature-rich option for its price, noting its compatibility with A-Rex Delta magazines and the included Vidian RFX11 optic. Initial reliability tests were positive, suggesting it's a strong contender in the subcompact market.

This guide details the process of mounting an optic on the Ruger RXM, emphasizing the importance of using the correct pins for various footprints and checking for co-witness with iron sights. The video features Jay Grazio, Executive Editor of American Rifleman, providing expert insights into the RXM's design and functionality, including its modular chassis system and Magpul frame.

This review of the Derya DY9 Island 9mm pistol by A REGULAR GUN GUY provides an in-depth look at its features, performance, and value. The presenter, RGG, utilizes a structured 10-category rating system after extensive live-fire testing with various ammunition types. The review highlights the pistol's reliability, unique island barrel, and Glock magazine compatibility, offering a comprehensive assessment for potential buyers.

This comprehensive review from Honest Outlaw provides an expert-level assessment of the Springfield XDM Elite 9mm pistol. The video details its features, compares it to historical competitors, and evaluates its performance over a significant round count, offering insights into its reliability and handling characteristics. The instructor highlights both the strengths and weaknesses of the platform, making it a valuable resource for potential buyers and firearm enthusiasts.

This review of the Archon Type B, presented by Spartan Defense, highlights its advanced features and modularity. The pistol boasts a unique non-tilting barrel system for reduced recoil, direct optic cuts, and a highly customizable grip. Expert insights from Forrest and Josh Yates emphasize its performance potential and value proposition for shooters seeking a feature-rich, adaptable firearm.

This review highlights the Savage Stance XR as an excellent everyday carry (EDC) option, praised for its comfortable ergonomics, micro-compact size, and impressive capacity for its class. The instructor emphasizes its value under $500, featuring a ported slide, ambidextrous controls, and a unique quick-release optic mounting system, making it a highly recommended, affordable, and capable concealed carry pistol.

The Springfield XD Tactical is a controversial 9mm pistol, noted for its polymer frame, striker-fired action, and features like a magwell, threaded barrel, and optics mounting system. While its grip angle and feel are compared to the 1911, attracting some shooters, the video highlights controversy surrounding its reliability and perceived low quality standards, with reported failures during competitions.

This entry details the manufacturing adaptations Indumil made to produce the Cordova pistol, drawing heavily on their experience with the Galil rifle. Expert insights highlight the strategic reuse of tooling and material specifications, including forged and milled steel for the slide and a 1:8 barrel twist rate derived from Galil production. The use of injection molding for polymer components also reflects leveraged expertise.