2G-ACM - M4 VS AK74 - Stage 2 - Pistols Only!

Published on November 9, 2016
Duration: 4:30

This video details Stage 2 (technically Stage 4) of a competition, focusing on a pistol-only scenario. Shooters must engage multiple static and steel targets from a starting box, move to a secondary location, and neutralize a spinner target while also hitting a steel plate. The stage emphasizes accuracy and speed with pistol-only engagement, highlighting the importance of hitting all targets correctly to avoid penalties.

Quick Summary

This pistol-only competition stage requires neutralizing all pistol targets, engaging steel plates twice, and spinning a spinner target. Penalties include misses for unhit knockdown steel or static steel with less than two hits. Failing to spin the spinner incurs a 60-second penalty, with a 90-second part time for the stage.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Stage 2 Introduction
  2. 00:10Pistol Only Rules
  3. 00:14Target Engagement
  4. 00:30Steel Target Engagement
  5. 00:39Moving Between Bays
  6. 00:43Miss Penalties
  7. 00:50Part Time and Penalties
  8. 01:05Stage Start
  9. 01:13Shooter Feedback
  10. 01:40Reload
  11. 02:35Stage Completion Recap
  12. 02:43Pistol Comparison: Beretta 92 vs CZ-75
  13. 02:50Unfamiliar Firearm Performance
  14. 03:12Spinner Target Success
  15. 03:46Recoil Management: Mass vs Polymer
  16. 04:10Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key rules for this pistol-only competition stage?

Shooters must start with a loaded and holstered pistol, engage all pistol targets through windows and doorways, and not move beyond the building's frame. A specific rule requires hitting a steel plate twice on the way to a spinner target.

What penalties apply in this competition stage?

Knockdown steel left standing is a miss. Static steel requires at least two hits to avoid a miss. Failing to spin the spinner target results in a 60-second penalty, and the stage has a 90-second part time.

How does the Beretta 92 handle recoil compared to other pistols?

The Beretta 92's substantial mass significantly absorbs recoil, making it feel like it has almost no recoil, even when firing 9mm ammunition. This is contrasted with polymer-frame guns, where mass is the primary factor in recoil reduction.

Can a shooter perform well with a firearm they've never used before?

Yes, an accomplished shooter can pick up an unfamiliar firearm and perform well, even firing it for the first time under timed conditions. This demonstrates that skill and adaptability can overcome lack of prior experience with a specific model.

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