American Handgunner Reviews The IWI Jericho Enhanced

Published on September 5, 2022
Duration: 7:57

This review of the IWI Jericho Enhanced highlights its evolution from the all-steel Jericho 941, focusing on its polymer grip with interchangeable backstraps, 1913 rail, and Mec-Gar 17-round magazines. The firearm is chambered in 9mm and features a 4.4-inch cold hammer-forged barrel. The reviewer details a training drill designed to track improvement over multiple runs, noting a significant reduction in time and misses. The DA/SA operation and manual safety offer flexible carry options, and the pistol is presented as a competitive value in the DA/SA market.

Quick Summary

The IWI Jericho Enhanced, an evolution of the Jericho 941, features a polymer grip with interchangeable backstraps, a 1913 rail, and 17-round Mec-Gar magazines in 9mm. Its DA/SA operation offers flexible carry options, and at an MSRP of $559, it presents strong value in the market.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to IWI Jericho Enhanced
  2. 00:17Evolution from Jericho 941
  3. 00:29Key Features: Grip, Rail, Magazines
  4. 00:50Barrel Specs and Action Type
  5. 01:02Accuracy Testing and Ammunition
  6. 01:51Group Size Measurements
  7. 02:05Manual Safety and Carry Options
  8. 02:46Course of Fire and Progression Drill
  9. 03:23Overall Shooting Experience
  10. 03:38Low Bore Axis Benefits
  11. 03:51Drill Performance Results
  12. 04:13DA/SA Transition Practice
  13. 04:25Concealed Carry Considerations
  14. 04:56Safety Feature Analysis
  15. 05:23Slide Lock and Reload Procedure
  16. 06:16Serrations and Grip Texture
  17. 06:29MSRP and Value Proposition
  18. 07:11Viewer Engagement and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the IWI Jericho Enhanced and the older Jericho 941?

The IWI Jericho Enhanced features a modern polymer grip with interchangeable backstraps and a 1913 Picatinny rail, distinguishing it from the original Jericho 941 which was an all-steel pistol.

What is the capacity and caliber of the IWI Jericho Enhanced?

The IWI Jericho Enhanced is chambered in 9mm and comes with Mec-Gar magazines that hold 17 rounds, providing a substantial capacity for its class.

How does the double-action/single-action (DA/SA) operation of the Jericho Enhanced affect carry options?

The DA/SA system allows for flexible carry: 'cocked and locked' like a 1911 with the hammer back and safety on, or hammer down with the safety off for a DA first pull, which can be perceived as safer for some carriers.

What is the MSRP of the IWI Jericho Enhanced and how does it compare to competitors?

The IWI Jericho Enhanced has an MSRP of $559, placing it competitively with striker-fired pistols and offering significant value for a DA/SA firearm compared to higher-priced options like the Beretta 92.

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