Sunday Shred: New Atlas Gunworks Artemis

Published on September 12, 2021
Duration: 18:27

This video provides an in-depth review and range test of the Atlas Gun Works Artemis pistol, highlighting its performance in accuracy, speed, and recoil management. The instructor demonstrates zeroing the optic, engaging steel plates at various distances, and performing speed drills, offering insights into the pistol's capabilities for competition shooting. The review emphasizes the Artemis's exceptional accuracy and low recoil, while also discussing its premium price point and suitability for dedicated shooters.

Quick Summary

The Atlas Gun Works Artemis is a high-performance competition pistol featuring a 'sight block' barrel weight for reduced muzzle flip, a sub-2-pound trigger, and custom slide cuts. It offers exceptional accuracy and extremely low recoil, making it ideal for speed and precision in shooting sports.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Intro & First Look: Atlas Gun Works Artemis
  2. 00:15Introducing the Atlas Gun Works Artemis
  3. 00:31Artemis Features: Sight Block & Slide
  4. 01:05New for 2021: Atlas Artemis Details
  5. 01:24Atlas Grip & Trigger Specs
  6. 01:41Full Length Rail & Tactical Options
  7. 01:50Optics: SRO 5 MOA & Co-Witness Sights
  8. 02:15Safety & Magazine Release Features
  9. 02:39Magazine Well & Custom Slide Cuts
  10. 03:02Barrel Crown & DLC Coating
  11. 03:22Ambi Safety & Combat Hammer
  12. 03:35Zeroing the Artemis: First Shots
  13. 04:01Initial Grouping at 7 Yards
  14. 04:39Zeroing Adjustments & Holster Test
  15. 05:47Confirming Zero at Close Range
  16. 06:35Group Check After Adjustments
  17. 06:46Moving to 15 Yards for Confirmation
  18. 07:00Discussion on Flinching
  19. 07:35Accuracy at 15 Yards
  20. 08:15Accuracy Testing: 6-Inch Plates
  21. 08:40Recoil Discussion: No Recoil?
  22. 09:21Engaging Plates at 50 Yards
  23. 10:05Longer Range Plate Shooting
  24. 10:4475 Yard Plate Challenge
  25. 11:53Speed Shooting: IPSC Targets
  26. 12:16Speed Drill Results (2.10s)
  27. 12:42Consistency & Draw Speed Trade-offs
  28. 13:00Weight vs. Recoil Control
  29. 13:26Plate Rack from the Ready (10 Yards)
  30. 13:40Plate Rack Time: 2.79s
  31. 14:21Draw Speed with One Miss
  32. 14:37Plate Rack Reload & Reset
  33. 15:05Final Plate Rack Engagement
  34. 15:22Atlas Artemis: Final Thoughts
  35. 15:35Sight Block Effectiveness Discussion
  36. 16:06Overall Impression of the Artemis
  37. 16:12Recoil Advantage & Disadvantage
  38. 16:21Ammo Choice & Recoil
  39. 16:31Trigger, Accuracy, Ergonomics
  40. 16:40The Price of Atlas Firearms
  41. 17:01Who is the Artemis For?
  42. 17:22Running the Artemis Like a Ferrari
  43. 17:44Excels at Speed and Accuracy
  44. 17:54Cheaper Options Exist
  45. 17:56Where to Buy: Manning and Sons
  46. 18:09Outro & Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Atlas Gun Works Artemis pistol?

The Atlas Gun Works Artemis features a 'sight block' barrel weight for reduced muzzle flip, custom slide cuts, a DLC coating, an aggressive aluminum grip, and a sub-2-pound trigger. It also includes a full-length tactical rail and comes with a 5 MOA SRO optic and co-witness iron sights.

How does the Atlas Gun Works Artemis perform in terms of recoil?

The Artemis is noted for having extremely low recoil, making it very manageable. While the sight block is designed to further reduce muzzle flip, the effect with 9mm competition ammo was not dramatically different from other Atlas models, though it's expected to be more pronounced with .40 S&W.

What is the trigger pull weight on the Atlas Gun Works Artemis?

The trigger on the reviewed Atlas Gun Works Artemis pistol measured an impressive 1.9 pounds out of the box, without any prior break-in period, indicating a very light and crisp pull.

Is the Atlas Gun Works Artemis suitable for beginners?

While the Artemis offers excellent performance, its high price point and competition-focused features suggest it's best suited for experienced shooters or those dedicated to competitive shooting. Beginners might find more affordable and less specialized options better for initial training.

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