Videos tagged with USPSA Competition

This video provides an in-depth look at the Heckler & Koch VP9 L, highlighting its 'L' for long slide designation and the 'OR' for optics-ready feature. The presenter, hickok45, discusses firearm preference, the importance of a consistent manual of arms across different handguns, and the practicalities of competition shooting with extended magazines. He emphasizes that while equipment can help, shooter skill is paramount.

This comprehensive review of the Atlas Gunworks Titan 5-inch double-stack 1911 pistol covers 17,000 rounds of testing. The video details the firearm's immaculate fit and finish, aggressive yet customizable ergonomics, and exceptional trigger quality. It highlights the pistol's perfect reliability, minimal maintenance requirements, and how it significantly improved the reviewer's shooting performance, leading to an M-Class classification in USPSA within nine months. The reviewer concludes that despite its high price, the Titan is a worthwhile investment for those seeking a top-tier competition or performance pistol.

Alyssa Seymour, an intermediate USPSA competitor and certified instructor, shares 10 key lessons learned in her first year of competition. Her advice focuses on mastering stage strategy, efficient reloading, and utilizing practice tools like dry fire and VR systems. Seymour emphasizes that skill and smart planning are more critical than expensive gear for success in USPSA.

Colion Noir reviews the Kimber KDS9c Comp, a 2011-style pistol designed for high performance in both competition and personal defense. The review highlights its integrated compensator, unique carbon fiber grip texture derived from the R7 Mako, and ambidextrous controls, emphasizing its speed and controllability. The firearm is positioned as a versatile option for competitive shooters and those seeking a capable defensive tool.

This review provides first impressions of the new Staccato C4X from SHOT Show 2026, delivered with high authority by Alyssa Seymour. The firearm is presented as a compensated 2011 aiming for XC-level performance in a concealable package. Key features include an aluminum frame, Glock magazine compatibility, an island barrel with an integrated compensator, and a focus on shootability for duty or competition. The analysis critically examines its premium price point relative to its performance benefits.

This video features a discussion between two firearm content creators, RTT and Direct Thread, focusing on their experiences with Canik firearms. Direct Thread shares a highly negative review of the Canik TTI Combat, detailing numerous malfunctions and deeming it a "paper weight" despite its cost. He contrasts this with a positive experience with an older Canik TP9 SFX. The conversation also touches on the broader gun industry's review practices, YouTube's content moderation policies, and the challenges faced by firearms creators. Both creators express frustration with platform censorship and the difficulty of maintaining channels.

This video provides an in-depth, long-term review of five Holosun pistol red dot sights after accumulating over 50,000 rounds across five different firearms. The presenter, a self-proclaimed "average big China supporter" due to his positive experiences with the optics, emphasizes price and performance as key factors. He details his extensive testing, including burndown tests, and highlights the durability and reliability of the Holosun optics, specifically recommending the 507 Comp for various applications.

This video features a comparison and competition between two Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistols set up for everyday carry (EDC) and USPSA competition. The hosts detail their specific modifications, including aftermarket slides, triggers, magwells, and optics. A competition is held to determine who wins a mystery box prize, ultimately revealing a Sig Sauer P320 X-Five Legion as the grand prize for the winner, Peter.

This video details the author's initial struggles with the Walther PDP Steel Frame, highlighting a perceived heavy recoil spring and grip issues. Modifications like a ZR Tactical guide rod with a 15lb spring and potential grip tape are discussed as solutions. The author also touches on magazine base pads and the subjective feel of a heavier, steel-framed pistol compared to polymer alternatives.

This video offers an in-depth review of the Walther PDP steel frame pistol, focusing on its performance, trigger, and recoil characteristics. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, shares his experiences after shooting the pistol extensively, highlighting its reliable function and exceptional trigger while also discussing challenges with its recoil impulse and frame ergonomics. He compares it to other platforms like Glock and plastic-frame PDPs, and incorporates viewer feedback on modifications like grip enhancements and recoil spring tuning.

The Tisas PX-9 2.0 Comp is presented as a significant upgrade, featuring a ported barrel for reduced muzzle rise, new aluminum controls including an ambidextrous slide release and extended magazine release, and a flared magazine well. It offers 20-round capacity with included plus-two extensions and an optics-ready slide cut low for co-witnessing. The pistol is highlighted for its value, comfortable grip, and ability to facilitate faster, flatter shooting, making it suitable for various applications from home defense to competition.

Lead Firearms Instructor Ben Stoeger re-evaluates striker-fired pistols as race guns, influenced by the Trigger Tech trigger. After extensive testing with various ammunition types, he found that a well-tuned striker-fired pistol, particularly with a light, consistent trigger, can rival the performance of 2011 platforms, especially at closer ranges. The key lies in minimizing shooter input and leveraging the inherent handling advantages of striker-fired designs.