Novice shoots Outlier Backdraft AR9

Published on January 10, 2026
Duration: 5:04

This video follows a novice shooter, Vendetta, as she is introduced to the Outlier Backdraft AR9 at SHOT Show. Guided by Matthew from Arken Optics/Outlier, the instruction covers essential firearm safety, control familiarization, proper stance, and optic adjustment. The session culminates in live fire, demonstrating the AR9's manageable recoil and Vendetta's accuracy, followed by a comparison with a 1911 pistol.

Quick Summary

The Outlier Backdraft AR9 is an AR-style carbine chambered in 9mm, featuring a suppressor and red dot optic. Instruction for novice shooters covers safety, controls, stance, and optic adjustment, noting manageable recoil and good accuracy during live fire.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Novice Shooter
  2. 00:09Firearm Safety & Controls Briefing
  3. 01:06Proper Grip and Stance Instruction
  4. 01:31Red Dot Optic Adjustment
  5. 02:06Live Fire: Backdraft AR9 Performance
  6. 03:06Comparison: AR9 vs. 1911 Pistol

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key controls on the Outlier Backdraft AR9?

The Outlier Backdraft AR9 features standard AR-15 style controls, including a magazine release, bolt catch, and safety selector, which are explained during the initial safety briefing.

What safety precautions are emphasized before shooting the AR9?

Before firing, a comprehensive safety briefing is provided, covering safe firearm handling, proper stance, and awareness of surroundings. The instructor ensures the novice shooter understands these critical safety protocols.

How is the recoil of the Outlier Backdraft AR9 described?

During live fire, the instructor notes that the Outlier Backdraft AR9 exhibits manageable recoil, making it suitable for novice shooters, especially when fired from a stable stance.

What issue was encountered with the red dot optic?

The red dot optic's brightness needed to be increased because it was initially too dim to be clearly seen against the target, requiring a quick adjustment before effective shooting could commence.

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