Maybe it wasn't a fair comparison

This video provides an expert overview of popular handgun divisions in competitive shooting for 2026, focusing on USPSA Carry Optics, IDPA Carry Optics, and USPSA Limited Optics. It details the 'meta' guns for each division, discusses their pros and cons, and offers advice on choosing a firearm based on division rules, budget, and personal preference. The instructor emphasizes that while specific guns are popular, shooter skill remains paramount.

This video introduces the CZ TS 3 Orange, a competition pistol designed for IPSC and USPSA Optics divisions. Eric Grauffel, a 10-time IPSC world champion, highlights its new universal mounting interface for direct red dot sight attachment, a crisp 700g single-action trigger, and ergonomically designed controls for enhanced performance. The pistol is presented as a high-performance, competition-ready firearm straight out of the box.

This video compares the trigger characteristics of a Staccato XC and a Sig Sauer P226 Legion, highlighting how trigger stiffness impacts shooting at distance. The speaker notes that while the Sig P226 Legion is mechanically accurate, its stiff trigger requires significant effort to shoot straight, especially at longer ranges. In contrast, the Staccato XC's lighter trigger, combined with its compensator, facilitates faster shooting and easier recoil management, though it can tempt the shooter to fire too quickly.

Ben Stoeger, a professional competition shooter and instructor firing over 150,000 rounds annually, shares his pragmatic insights on 2011-style pistols. He discusses personal experiences with Staccato, Atlas, and Kimber models, comparing them to Sig Sauer, Beretta, and CZ platforms. Stoeger emphasizes the importance of warranty, customer service, and the practical benefits of features like compensators, offering advice for those considering a 2011 for competition or duty use.

This video delves into a detailed comparison between the CZ Shadow 2 and various 2011 platforms, focusing on owner experience, reliability, and maintenance. Ben Stoeger, a seasoned firearms instructor, argues that while 2011s may require less initial tinkering for basic function, Shadows, when properly set up and maintained, can be highly reliable competition tools. The discussion highlights the nuances of extractor care, trigger modifications, and the impact of ammunition choices on performance. Stoeger emphasizes that the perceived 'hassle' often stems from pushing firearms to their absolute limits for competition, a practice that requires meticulous attention regardless of the platform.

This video provides a practical shooting assessment of various Staccato 2011 pistols, including the CS, C2, P, XL, and XC, all chambered in 9mm. The instructor evaluates each model's performance at seven yards, focusing on shot placement, grouping consistency, and reliability by firing two magazines per pistol, with the second magazine at an increased rate. The assessment includes identifying any malfunctions, such as failures to eject or lock back, and comparing the resulting targets to determine individual preferences and the 'best' shooting pistol for the instructor.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.