Videos tagged with Slimline Pistol

This TFBTV spotlight focuses on Glock's new all-metal 15-round magazines for the G43X and G48. These magazines offer a significant capacity increase, elevating the slimline pistols into contention with full-size duty handguns. The reviewer notes the premium feel of the metal construction and confirms their reliable performance in testing.

This video provides a detailed comparison of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp (.380 ACP) and the Smith & Wesson Shield X (9mm) for concealed carry. The presenter, Phil from USCCA, highlights differences in concealability, stopping power, magazine capacity, recoil management, accuracy, and reload speed, offering insights for end-users to make an informed decision based on their priorities.

Brett from Nightwood Guns provides an in-depth review of the IWI Masada Slim Elite, a micro 9mm slimline pistol. After 1,000 rounds, he finds it to be one of the best in its class, praising its ergonomics, trigger, and reliability. While noting a heavier trigger pull and less aggressive slide serrations as minor drawbacks, he highlights its excellent value and suitability for concealed carry.

This guide details the field strip procedure for the Derya Arms DY9Z pistol, as demonstrated by GBGuns. It covers the initial safety checks, slide and internal component disassembly, cleaning recommendations, and reassembly. The video highlights the pistol's Glock-based design with improvements and provides insights into its mechanics, drawing on the instructor's high level of expertise and factory visit experience.

This review of the Canik Mete MC9 Prime, conducted by an experienced independent reviewer from PSR, highlights its evolution as a double-stack slimline pistol. The firearm is manufactured in West Palm Beach, Florida, and competes directly with models like the Glock 43X and Sig P365 X-Macro. Key features include a ported barrel with an integrated compensator, an RMSc optic footprint, and a highly praised trigger with a crisp break and short reset. Performance tests show it achieving times comparable to competition-focused firearms in speed drills, though some ergonomic considerations for high-volume shooting are noted.

This video provides an unboxing and initial impressions of the Glock 43X MOS. The presenter highlights its compact and slim profile, making it suitable for concealed carry. Key features discussed include the MOS (Modular Optic System) for optic mounting, front and rear serrations, and the standard 10-round magazine capacity, which the presenter expresses dissatisfaction with.

Hickok45, an experienced firearm reviewer, reflects on his Glock 48, questioning why he rarely uses it despite years of ownership. He conducts range tests, compares its slim profile to the Glock 19, and highlights the significant capacity increase offered by Shield Arms 15-round magazines. The review covers performance with various ammunition and concludes with a comparative assessment for concealed carry.

This review covers the Canik Mete MC9 Prime, highlighting its status as the first all-American Canik, manufactured in West Palm Beach, Florida. The presenter details its features, including a 3.6-inch compensated barrel, night sights, RMSC optic cut, and a 17-round magazine capacity for 9mm ammunition. It's positioned as a competitor in the slimline pistol market, compared directly to the Glock 43X.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of different pistol sizes, from micro 'mouse guns' to full-size pistols, explaining their intended uses, pros, and cons. It emphasizes how grip size, barrel length, and capacity affect shootability, recoil, and concealability, offering guidance for selecting the right firearm for various needs, including concealed carry and home defense.

This video provides a detailed tabletop review and field strip of the Canik Mete MC9 LS pistol. The presenter, Graham, highlights its features, compares it to other Canik models like the MC9 and Prime, and demonstrates its disassembly. He notes the pistol's slimline design, 17-round capacity, and ambidextrous controls, while also discussing trigger feel and potential carry considerations.

This review compares the Shadow Systems CR920 XL to other CR models, focusing on how grip and muzzle length impact carry comfort, recoil management, and shooting dynamics. The CR920 XL offers a longer barrel (4.2 inches) and 15-round capacity, providing better velocity and potentially softer shooting than shorter variants. However, like other slimline pistols, its narrow grip can challenge support hand placement for recoil control. Holster compatibility is a key consideration, especially with full-length dust covers.

This review provides an in-depth look at the Shadow Systems CR920XL, comparing its performance and handling to the CR920XP. The instructor, with extensive experience carrying the CR920XP, evaluates the XL's shooting dynamics, reliability, and concealability. Key takeaways include its surprising controllability without a compensator, its effectiveness in various drills, and its position in the market relative to competitors like the Glock 19 and 48.