Videos tagged with USPSA Carry Optics

This video provides an 8,000-round report on various firearms and gear used during a multi-week training trip. Ben Stoeger discusses the performance of the Zerat Arms Waltz 9 with a comped barrel, the Staccato HD45, a modified Glock 47 Gen 5, and a Glock 17 Gen 6. He also reviews new competition gear, including a Blade Tech belt, Double Alpha Racer 2 mag pouches, and the Double Alpha Edge timer, offering insights into their durability and functionality under heavy use.

This video documents a participant's 6th USPSA match, focusing on the CZ Shadow 2 in Carry Optics and Open divisions. Key takeaways include the importance of smooth target transitions and maintaining situational awareness on the range. The speaker, a hobbyist, shares their experience and learning moments from the competition.

This video provides an expert overview of popular handgun divisions in competitive shooting for 2026, focusing on USPSA Carry Optics, IDPA Carry Optics, and USPSA Limited Optics. It details the 'meta' guns for each division, discusses their pros and cons, and offers advice on choosing a firearm based on division rules, budget, and personal preference. The instructor emphasizes that while specific guns are popular, shooter skill remains paramount.

This Q&A session with David Petta, designer of the Zermatt Arms Waltz 9, delves into the pistol's development, design philosophy, and technical features. Petta discusses the transition from his DC9 to the Waltz 9 under Zermatt Arms, emphasizing the use of high-quality CNC machining and a patented roller locking block system for enhanced reliability and accuracy. The discussion covers magazine choices, competition legality, material composition, and the rationale behind its premium pricing.

This guide details the installation and adjustment of the Trigger Tech ACE trigger for Glock pistols, based on expert insights from Ben Stoeger. It covers the process of fitting the trigger, adjusting pull weight, and emphasizes safety and competition compliance. Stoeger, a professional shooter and instructor, highlights the trigger's performance characteristics for competitive use.

This video features an unboxing and ASMR experience of the Hunter Constantine Carry Belt, an EDC belt designed for concealed carry. The description highlights the belt's elastic properties, which allow for comfortable carrying of a wide range of handguns, from compact to full-size, enhancing versatility for appendix carry. The video aims to showcase the product and its benefits for everyday carry enthusiasts.

This short video demonstrates confirming a firearm's zero at close distances (7 and 10 yards) after an initial zeroing procedure. The shooter aims at the top of targets and verifies impacts are consistent with their point of aim, indicating the firearm is "dialed in" for further drills.

This video showcases a USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) match, specifically detailing the shooter's experience on the fourth stage. The title and hashtags indicate a focus on competitive shooting disciplines within USPSA, including Carry Optics and Open divisions. The content is likely to offer insights into practical shooting, stage strategy, and potentially the equipment used in these dynamic shooting sports. It's aimed at viewers interested in competitive shooting, particularly those involved or looking to get involved in USPSA.

This YouTube video appears to document the creator's third participation in a USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) match. The title explicitly mentions USPSA and provides relevant hashtags like #ipscshooting, #ipscstudy, #uspsacarryoptics, and #uspsaopen, indicating the focus is on competitive practical shooting. The mention of "carryoptics" suggests a specific division within USPSA where firearms are equipped with optics and likely carried concealed or in a similar manner during competition. The video is likely to showcase stages, shooting techniques, and potentially the gear used in this discipline.

This video delves into a detailed comparison between the CZ Shadow 2 and various 2011 platforms, focusing on owner experience, reliability, and maintenance. Ben Stoeger, a seasoned firearms instructor, argues that while 2011s may require less initial tinkering for basic function, Shadows, when properly set up and maintained, can be highly reliable competition tools. The discussion highlights the nuances of extractor care, trigger modifications, and the impact of ammunition choices on performance. Stoeger emphasizes that the perceived 'hassle' often stems from pushing firearms to their absolute limits for competition, a practice that requires meticulous attention regardless of the platform.

This video discusses the practical considerations of choosing ammunition for competitive shooting, particularly USPSA Carry Optics. The speaker emphasizes that for most shooters, factory ammunition is the more practical and cost-effective choice due to the high initial investment and time commitment required for reloading. He also touches on the importance of consistency in ammunition choice for training and competition, advising against frequent switching between heavy and light recoil loads.

This YouTube Short showcases a shooter's third competition experience, with a focus on IPSC and USPSA carry optics divisions. The hashtags indicate a strong emphasis on competitive shooting disciplines and potentially a learning process for the participant. The content is likely fast-paced and action-oriented, aimed at engaging viewers interested in practical shooting sports.