Competition Ready Pistols from PARA USA

Published on July 15, 2013
Duration: 4:49

This video features professional shooter Travis Tomasi demonstrating the PARA USA Pro Custom 1640, a competition-ready 1911 pistol. Tomasi, a national champion, highlights its features designed for speed and accuracy in competitive shooting, including VZ G10 grips, adjustable sights, and a durable ion bond coating. The content includes a friendly shooting competition between Tomasi and host Ryan, showcasing draw and shoot scenarios.

Quick Summary

The PARA USA Pro Custom 1640 is a competition-ready, double-stack 1911 pistol chambered in .40 S&W. Designed by pro shooter Travis Tomasi, it features VZ G10 grips, adjustable sights with a fiber-optic front, a flat top slide, and an ion bond coating for enhanced speed and durability in competitive shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction with Travis Tomasi
  2. 00:24PARA USA Pro Custom 1640 Overview
  3. 00:32Pistol Features: Grips, Sights, Coating
  4. 00:47Competition Setup with Ryan
  5. 01:05First Draw and Shoot Competition
  6. 02:03Second Competition Round Setup
  7. 02:40Second Draw and Shoot Competition
  8. 03:07Replay and Analysis
  9. 03:23Pro Shooter's Perspective on the Pistol
  10. 03:34Specifics of the Pro Custom 1640
  11. 03:46Ready for Competition Out of the Box
  12. 03:56Competition Strategy and Focus

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the PARA USA Pro Custom 1640 a competition-ready pistol?

The PARA USA Pro Custom 1640 is designed for competition with features like VZ G10 grips for enhanced control, an adjustable rear sight and fiber-optic front sight for precision, a flat top slide, and a durable ion bond coating for speed and reliability.

What caliber and configuration is the PARA USA Pro Custom 1640?

The PARA USA Pro Custom 1640 is a double-stack 1911 pistol chambered in .40 caliber. It is specifically mentioned as being suitable for divisions like USPSA Limited.

Who is Travis Tomasi and what is his role with PARA USA?

Travis Tomasi is a national and world champion professional shooter for PARA USA. He has designed several pistols for the company, including the Pro Custom model featured in this video.

What are the key features of the PARA USA Pro Custom 1640 for competitive shooting?

Key features include VZ G10 grips for superior handling, an adjustable rear sight paired with a fiber-optic front sight for quick target acquisition, a flat top slide, and a robust ion bond coating across the entire firearm.

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