The Sig P211 GTO is a purpose-built, steel-framed pistol designed for performance shooting, particularly in competition and extended range sessions. It features a factory-integrated compensator, P320 magazine compatibility, and a refined trigger, offering excellent recoil control and fast sight recovery. While not intended for concealed carry, it excels in delivering consistent firepower and a stable shooting platform.
The Bull Armory SAS2 Air is a competition-focused 2011 pistol designed for USPSA Limited and Limited Optics divisions. It features a hand-fit construction, a 5-inch ramped bull barrel, and an RMR-pattern optic cut. The pistol offers an exceptionally light and crisp trigger, averaging around 2 lbs, and comes with three 19-round 9mm magazines.
This video covers the 2021 USPSA Cornhusker Classic competition, specifically focusing on the Limited division. It promises a breakdown of the match and directs viewers to a website for further details. The content is centered around competitive practical shooting.
This video features a discussion among competitive shooters about gear recommendations for USPSA divisions in 2020, covering Open, Limited, Production, and Carry Optics. The participants debate best-in-class and budget-friendly options for firearms, belts, holsters, and pouches, offering insights into their personal experiences and preferences. They also touch upon training adjustments and the challenges of transitioning between different shooting disciplines and optic usage.
This episode of Practical Shooting After Dark discusses new products and trends from SHOT Show 2023. Key topics include the Dan Wesson DWX pistol, new Tanfoglio Defiant models, the Double Alpha Primer Pro, and the innovative but expensive Lage Arms Alien. The discussion highlights the evolving landscape of competition handguns and the increasing quality of factory options.
The Laugo Arms Alien pistol, distributed in the US by Lancer Systems, features a revolutionary low bore axis, described as 'negative bore axis,' which sits below the grip axis. This design significantly reduces muzzle flip, allowing for faster follow-up shots and a stable sight picture as only the slide's side reciprocates. It utilizes a gas-delayed blowback system for a soft shooting experience and offers interchangeable top rails for various sighting systems. Initially available as a limited edition Signature Edition package for $5,000 USD, it includes the pistol, two top rails (one with iron sights, one for red dot), a red dot sight, three 17-round magazines, a custom hard case, and a competition holster.
This expert comparison, led by Honest Outlaw, delves into the performance nuances between the CZ Shadow 2 and the Sig P320 X5 Legion, both 5-inch competition-style pistols. The analysis highlights differences in frame construction, modularity, sights, trigger mechanics, shootability, and ergonomics. While the Sig offers affordability and modularity, the CZ Shadow 2 is ultimately crowned the 'king' for pure performance and competition due to its superior trigger and handling characteristics, despite a higher price point.
This YouTube video covers the 2018 USPSA Limited National Championship. The USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) Limited division involves a variety of firearms, typically semi-automatic pistols, with an emphasis on speed, accuracy, and tactical movement through challenging courses of fire. Competitors in this division often utilize single-stack or double-stack 1911-style pistols, or similar platforms, chambered in common handgun calibers. The event showcases high-level marksmanship and the practical application of shooting skills in a competitive environment.
This YouTube video captures a USPSA Limited competition held at Winnequah, WI, on October 20, 2018. Despite challenging weather conditions including snow and hail, and encountering issues like light primer strikes, the shooter, referred to as Benwa, perseveres on his birthday. The description also includes a George Orwell quote about truth and a mention of the music track 'Cake' by RetroVision from NoCopyrightSounds. The match number is identified as #17.
This review of the STI Apeiro 2011 pistol, presented by Honest Outlaw, offers an expert-level analysis for serious competitors. The video details the pistol's unique features like the island barrel and 'saber cuts,' its competition-focused design, and its high-end performance. It highlights accuracy, trigger quality, and ergonomics, while also addressing limitations for non-competition use and its significant price point, making it a valuable resource for those considering a top-tier competition firearm.
This video documents a USPSA Limited competition match held at Winnequah, WI on June 16, 2018. The shooter attempts to beat their brother in the competition. A notable moment includes a "make ready" press check stage where the shooter discovered they hadn't chambered a round before going live, which was both surprising and perplexing. The video uses the NCS track "Lensko - Let's Go!" as background music.
This review of the Les Baer Premier II 9mm by Hickok45 highlights its status as a premium, custom-built 1911. The video details the meticulous hand-fitting process that justifies its high price point, emphasizing the tight tolerances and guaranteed 3-inch accuracy at 50 yards. Hickok45 demonstrates its exceptional performance on the range, noting the manageable recoil of the 9mm in a full-size 1911 frame and its reliability with various ammunition types, making it suitable for competition like USPSA Limited.
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