Masterpiece Arms DS9 Open

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 video provides an in-depth look at the Atlas Chaos, an 'open gun' designed for competitive shooting like USPSA and IPSC. It details the features that contribute to its speed and flatness, including specialized calibers (9mm Major, 38 Super Comp), oversized magazines, a heavy steel frame, a tri-topped slide with weight reduction, and a multi-port compensator. The instructor emphasizes that every component serves a purpose in maximizing points per second, while also outlining the significant cost, maintenance, and specialized ammunition requirements associated with these high-performance firearms.

The Bul Armory Spitfire is presented as a highly capable 'open gun' for competitive shooting, excelling in both major and minor power factor divisions across USPSA, IPSC, and Steel Challenge. Its design emphasizes stability and shootability through features like a heavy tungsten magwell, integrated compensator, and exceptionally tight slide-to-frame fit. The firearm offers modularity for optics and grip customization, with a remarkably smooth action and a precise trigger, making it a significant step up for competitive shooters.

This video showcases the CZ 75 TS Czechmate, a high-performance pistol tailored for IPSC Open Division competition. It highlights key features like the 9mm Major caliber, frame-mounted red dot optic, multi-port compensator, and extended slide racker, demonstrating its suitability for demanding competitive shooting scenarios. The content is presented by 'Lady Sharpshooter', identified as a Shooting Sports Influencer with expertise in competitive firearms.

This guide synthesizes expert instruction from Taran Butler on the TTI Sand Viper pistol, a competition-focused firearm. It covers optimal setup with optics like the Trijicon SRO, the benefits of its integrated compensator for flat shooting, and techniques for rapid reloads and accurate fire on steel targets. The guide also touches upon the pistol's versatility with various 9mm loads and its ergonomic safety features, emphasizing its performance in 2-gun and 3-gun competitions.

This review of the STI DVC Open 2011, presented by Roger of QVO Tactical, focuses on its performance in USPSA Open Division competition. Roger highlights the pistol's flat shooting characteristics, fast cycling, and the benefits of its non-reciprocating red dot. He emphasizes the need for specialized, high-power factor ammunition and meticulous maintenance, comparing the firearm to a 'race car' that demands specific care and components to achieve its full potential.

This guide details a practical experiment to debunk the myth that an AR-15 round would 'blow off' an ear. The Humble Marksman demonstrates through testing with pig ears that common rifle rounds, and even heavier calibers, create clean holes rather than explosive damage on thin tissue. The expert's analysis highlights the difference between tissue interaction and ballistics gel cavitation.

This guide showcases the specialized 'Space Guns' used in Open Division competition at the Double Tap Championship. It highlights custom 2011 pistols, advanced optics like C-More RTS2 and Sig Sauer Romeo3 Max, and high-end holsters from Safariland and Double Alpha Academy. The content, presented by a seasoned competition shooter, offers insights into the gear and techniques employed in high-level shooting events.

This guide details an efficient iron sight technique, drawing on insights from 3-division USPSA Grand Master Tim Herron. It emphasizes a shift from rigid front sight focus to a more effective target-oriented approach, using the rear sight for gross aiming and the front sight for fine-tuning. This method is particularly beneficial for shooters transitioning from red dot sights.

This guide details the disassembly process for three popular 2011-style pistols: the Staccato P, Springfield Armory Prodigy, and Bul Armory SAS II Tac 4.25. It highlights differences in guide rod systems, with the Staccato P featuring a toolless system, the Bul Armory requiring a paperclip or staple, and the Springfield Armory Prodigy needing a hex wrench. Proper maintenance of the guide rod system is crucial for reliable firearm function.