5 Handguns I Hate To Shoot

Published on August 13, 2023
Duration: 21:16

Chris from Honest Outlaw provides a critical review of five handguns he dislikes shooting, citing ergonomic flaws, poor trigger quality, and excessive recoil. He emphasizes that his subjective opinions are based on extensive daily firearms experience, aiming to guide viewers away from potentially negative shooting experiences. The review covers the Colt King Cobra, Beretta Cheetah 80X, Taurus PT 1911, Standard Manufacturing S333 Thunderstruck, and the Altor Single Shot Pistol.

Quick Summary

Chris from Honest Outlaw, an experienced firearms reviewer, dislikes shooting five specific handguns: the Colt King Cobra (rough trigger, poor sights), Beretta Cheetah 80X (sharp recoil, injurious grip), Taurus PT 1911 (heavy trigger, reliability issues), S333 Thunderstruck (heavy trigger, poor ergonomics), and Altor Single Shot (dangerous trigger, extreme recoil).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 01:505. Colt King Cobra
  3. 05:324. Beretta Cheetah 80X
  4. 08:513. Taurus PT 1911
  5. 11:572. Standard Manufacturing S333 Thunderstruck
  6. 16:571. Altor Single Shot Pistol

Frequently Asked Questions

Which handguns does Chris from Honest Outlaw dislike shooting?

Chris from Honest Outlaw dislikes shooting the Colt King Cobra, Beretta Cheetah 80X, Taurus PT 1911, Standard Manufacturing S333 Thunderstruck, and the Altor Single Shot Pistol due to various ergonomic and performance issues.

Why does Chris dislike the Colt King Cobra?

Chris finds the Colt King Cobra's double-action trigger to be rough and gritty, its trough sight difficult for accuracy, and its grip design painful, making it inferior to other Colt revolvers.

What are the main complaints about the Beretta Cheetah 80X?

The Beretta Cheetah 80X is disliked for its sharp recoil from blowback operation and, more significantly, its downward-angled beaver tail that digs into the shooter's hand, causing injury.

Are there better alternatives to the Taurus PT 1911 mentioned?

Yes, Chris suggests budget alternatives like Girsan or Rock Island 1911s over the Taurus PT 1911, citing the Taurus's heavy trigger pull and reliability issues.

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