Apollo 11 with major upgrades - SHOT show 2025

This video covers highlights from SHOT Show 2025 Range Day, focusing on new firearm releases and performance. Key takeaways include a critical review of the Kel-Tec P57's malfunction issues and praise for the Staccato HD lineup's ergonomics and performance. Other notable mentions include updates from HK, Live Free Armory, Oracle Arms, STP, Kimber, and Walther.

This video from SHOT Show 2025 introduces Girsan's new Match series of 2311 pistols. The Match X features a 4.25-inch barrel with an integrated compensator, an alloy frame, and is optic-ready with an RMSC footprint. The standard Match model offers a 5-inch bull barrel and a steel frame, catering to match shooting needs. Both are presented as affordable, competition-ready options.

Honest Outlaw provides an in-depth review of the Live Free Armory Apollo 11, a 2011-style pistol made in the USA. The review highlights its features, including an aluminum frame, night sights, a ported bull barrel, and an optics-ready slide on the subcompact model, all while maintaining a price point under $1000. The reviewer's expertise is evident through detailed component analysis and industry presence.

This review of the Live Free Armory Apollo 11 highlights its value proposition as a sub-$1000 2011-style pistol. The presenters praise its feature set, including an optics-ready slide with RMSC footprint, tritium night sights, and a bull barrel. They conducted a 1000-round review, noting good performance and reliability with both factory and compatible magazines, though some noted occasional lock-back issues with specific extended magazines.

This review of the Jacob Grey TWC9, presented by an experienced firearms reviewer from Civilian Tactical, focuses on three key criteria for a good 2011 pistol: machining quality, accessory compatibility, and reliability. The TWC9 is highlighted for its tight slide-to-frame fit, standard accessory features, and demonstrated reliability over 300 rounds. The review also briefly compares it to other popular 2011 models like Staccato, Live Free Armory, and Springfield.

The Civilian Tactical Host provides an enthusiastic review of the Jacob Grey TWC9, comparing it favorably against other popular 2011-style pistols like the Springfield Prodigy, Staccato CS, and Live Free Armory Apollo 11. The TWC9's premium feel, attributed to its machined aluminum frame and grip module, leads the reviewer to declare it the best 2011 he has ever shot. The review highlights direct comparisons and practical range testing.

This guide details a practical experiment to debunk the myth that an AR-15 round would 'blow off' an ear. The Humble Marksman demonstrates through testing with pig ears that common rifle rounds, and even heavier calibers, create clean holes rather than explosive damage on thin tissue. The expert's analysis highlights the difference between tissue interaction and ballistics gel cavitation.

This guide showcases the specialized 'Space Guns' used in Open Division competition at the Double Tap Championship. It highlights custom 2011 pistols, advanced optics like C-More RTS2 and Sig Sauer Romeo3 Max, and high-end holsters from Safariland and Double Alpha Academy. The content, presented by a seasoned competition shooter, offers insights into the gear and techniques employed in high-level shooting events.

This guide details an efficient iron sight technique, drawing on insights from 3-division USPSA Grand Master Tim Herron. It emphasizes a shift from rigid front sight focus to a more effective target-oriented approach, using the rear sight for gross aiming and the front sight for fine-tuning. This method is particularly beneficial for shooters transitioning from red dot sights.

This guide details the disassembly process for three popular 2011-style pistols: the Staccato P, Springfield Armory Prodigy, and Bul Armory SAS II Tac 4.25. It highlights differences in guide rod systems, with the Staccato P featuring a toolless system, the Bul Armory requiring a paperclip or staple, and the Springfield Armory Prodigy needing a hex wrench. Proper maintenance of the guide rod system is crucial for reliable firearm function.