Full Auto Suomi in the 2021 AZ PCC Championship

Published on October 2, 2021
Duration: 19:15

This video showcases the Stemple Suomi submachine gun in action at the 2021 Arizona PCC Championship. Despite the full-auto nature typically being a disadvantage in competition, the Stemple Suomi demonstrated remarkable reliability, firing approximately 750 rounds with zero malfunctions. The content highlights the challenges of various stages, including long-range iron sights and rapid steel engagement, emphasizing trigger control for managing full-auto fire.

Quick Summary

The Stemple Suomi, a modern version of the Finnish Suomi KP, proved highly reliable at the 2021 AZ PCC Championship, firing around 750 rounds without malfunctions. While full-auto is usually a disadvantage, effective trigger control allowed for accurate bursts, even at longer ranges with iron sights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Stemple Suomi
  2. 01:23Stage 10: Car and Texas Star
  3. 02:10Stage 11: Long Range Iron Sights
  4. 03:59Stage 2: Rapid Steel Engagement
  5. 05:34Stage 3: Trigger Control and Hangers
  6. 07:28Stage 4: Activators and Moving Targets
  7. 08:36Lunch Break: Canned Reindeer
  8. 09:50Stage 5: Tower Shooting
  9. 11:47Stage 6: Long Range Steel
  10. 13:03Stage 7: Helicopter Stage
  11. 14:52Stage 8: Plate Rack and Activators
  12. 16:03Stage 9: Wobbly Bridge and Spinner
  13. 17:44Conclusion and Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

How reliable was the Stemple Suomi in the competition?

The Stemple Suomi demonstrated exceptional reliability during the 2021 AZ PCC Championship, firing approximately 750 rounds throughout the event with zero mechanical malfunctions reported by the shooter.

Is full-auto fire advantageous in PCC competitions?

Typically, full-auto fire is a disadvantage in PCC competitions due to increased recoil and difficulty in precise shot placement. However, the video shows that with proper trigger control, controlled bursts can be effective.

What are the magazine capacities mentioned for the Stemple Suomi?

The Stemple Suomi utilizes high-capacity magazines, specifically mentioning 71-round drum magazines and 36-round stick magazines, which are beneficial for stages with numerous targets.

What challenges did the shooter face using iron sights with the Stemple Suomi?

Shooting at long range with iron sights presented a challenge. The shooter noted the gun was zeroed slightly to the right, requiring compensation and careful aim to hit distant targets accurately.

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