Videos tagged with USPSA Open Division

Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical provides an expert overview of the Vulcan Machine Works 3L3V3N-R at SHOT Show 2026. This Open Division race gun features a monochromatic stainless steel finish, Ignis ports, a large compensator, dimpled metal grips, and a flared competition magwell. Barrera also demonstrates the crisp trigger pull and notes the Trijicon SRO mounted on a frame-mounted bridge, emphasizing its suitability for competitive shooting.

The Sig P211-GTO enters the double-stack 1911 market with a competitive price point under $2,500, positioning it as a potential alternative to higher-priced options like the Staccato XC. It utilizes readily available SIG P320 magazines and features a Delta Point optic cut. The removable compensator allows for flexibility in competition divisions, and the pistol offers good ergonomics and a smooth slide action. While the trigger reset is noted as more aggressive than a Staccato, the overall performance and value are highly praised.

This YouTube Short showcases the user's fourth USPSA match, specifically focusing on Stage 4. The video includes hashtags related to USPSA, IPSC shooting, and IPSC study, suggesting an interest in competitive shooting and its learning aspects. While the title mentions 'airsoft' and 'shorts', the primary focus appears to be on practical shooting disciplines within the firearm community.

This YouTube video documents the creator's third match in the USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) competition. The title includes relevant hashtags like #ipscshooting and #uspsaopen, indicating a focus on competitive practical shooting. The mention of #edc (Everyday Carry) and #shootingrange suggests a broader context of firearm ownership and range activities. The video likely showcases the challenges and experiences of participating in a practical shooting match.

The TTI Sandviper is a highly specialized 9mm pistol designed for speed and accuracy, featuring a direct-mount optic system and an effective compensator. Its performance excels in rapid fire, maintaining a stable red dot and offering exceptional trigger quality. The pistol also demonstrates impressive long-range accuracy for a handgun, hitting steel targets over 300 yards away.

This video details a troubleshooting journey with a MasterPiece Arms MPA DS9 Open pistol, highlighting issues stemming from an incompatible guide rod and shock buff that caused binding. The presenter, an experienced shooter, experienced significant malfunctions during competitive matches, leading to a deep dive into the firearm's internal mechanics. The video emphasizes the importance of proper component compatibility and thorough break-in periods for high-performance race guns.

This comprehensive 1000-round review of the Canik TTI Combat, a collaboration with Taran Tactical Innovations, highlights its performance as an affordable 'John Wick' style pistol. The review covers technical specifications, external features, controls, trigger performance, and reliability testing. While praised for its speed and recoil management, its accuracy at longer ranges is noted as a potential drawback compared to higher-end competition models.

This entry details the performance of a Carne Customs 9mm Major 2011 'Open Gun' as demonstrated by the Honest Outlaw. The video showcases the firearm's capabilities in rapid fire scenarios, highlighting the significant impact and speed advantage of 9mm Major ammunition in competition settings. The expert assessment notes the instructor's high authority and familiarity with competitive shooting equipment and ballistics.

This guide details performance testing of the Atlas Gunworks Erebus, a high-end 2011 pistol. Expert reviewer Chris (Honest Outlaw) demonstrates its capabilities in accuracy and speed drills, highlighting its precision, recoil management via a single-port compensator, and a 2-pound trigger. The review emphasizes its suitability for 3-gun open competition, despite a $7,000 price point, calling it potentially the greatest pistol ever made.

This comprehensive review of the Staccato XC, presented by an established subject matter expert, details its performance over 1000 rounds. The analysis covers its 2011 platform design, trigger characteristics, reliability with specific magazines, and exceptional accuracy at extended distances. The expert highlights its suitability for competition and home defense, while also addressing its premium price point and maintenance needs.

Joe Farewell of Team Atlas Gun Works compares the Athena and Erebus models, highlighting key differences for potential buyers. The Erebus is optimized as an open-class race gun with a compensator and no iron sights, excelling in speed and reduced muzzle flip. The Athena is presented as a versatile 'jack of all trades' pistol, suitable for self-defense or competition, offering the flexibility of iron sights or a red dot optic without pushing into open-class divisions. Both are noted for excellent return to zero.

Honest Outlaw provides a highly impressed, expert-level review of the Staccato XC 9mm pistol. He highlights its 'cheat code' performance, comparing it favorably to custom race guns like Atlas Gunworks and Infinity, while being more accessible. The review emphasizes the pistol's exceptionally flat shooting, accuracy at distance, and flawless reliability over several hundred rounds, making it suitable for competition and home defense despite its weight for concealed carry.