Archon Type B Shooting Impressions

Published on October 15, 2019
Duration: 15:05

This video provides shooting impressions and reliability testing of the Archon Type B pistol. The reviewer highlights its unique locking system, low bore axis, and comfortable grip texture. The 'What's for Dinner' segment tests various ammunition types, demonstrating the pistol's ability to cycle reliably with different weights and casings. Accuracy testing is also performed.

Quick Summary

The Archon Type B pistol is noted for its unique locking system, resulting in a very low bore axis that minimizes perceived muzzle flip and aids in quick target reacquisition. It demonstrated impressive reliability across a wide spectrum of ammunition during testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Archon Type B
  2. 00:14Full Mag Plus One Test
  3. 00:34Included Magazines
  4. 00:56Ammunition Overview
  5. 01:48Reliability Test: 16 Rounds
  6. 02:04What's for Dinner? Ammo Test Setup
  7. 03:11Ammo Test: Ammo Inc 85gr Frangible
  8. 04:13Ammo Test: Winchester 90gr Zinc Core
  9. 05:08Ammo Test: Magtech 95gr JSP
  10. 05:53Ammo Test: Norma 108gr MHP
  11. 06:32Ammo Test: Hornady 115gr HP
  12. 07:17Ammo Test: Barnaul 115gr Steel Case
  13. 07:49Ammo Test: Blazer 115gr Aluminum Case
  14. 08:15Ammo Test: Remington UMC 124gr Ball
  15. 09:12Ammo Test: Stealth 165gr
  16. 09:44Accuracy Test Setup
  17. 09:47Accuracy Test: Norma Hexagon 124gr
  18. 11:14Reviewer's Thoughts on Type B
  19. 11:33Magazine Release Feedback
  20. 12:01Sights Feedback
  21. 12:31Grip Texture and Low Bore Axis
  22. 12:55Trigger Characteristics
  23. 13:34Trigger Feel and Heat
  24. 14:10Overall Shooting Experience
  25. 14:18Conclusion and Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Archon Type B's shooting dynamics unique?

The Archon Type B features a unique locking system that results in a very low bore axis. This design allows the pistol to sit lower in the hand, significantly reducing perceived muzzle flip and enabling faster follow-up shots.

How reliable is the Archon Type B with different types of ammunition?

During the 'What's for Dinner' test, the Archon Type B demonstrated excellent reliability, successfully cycling through a wide range of ammunition weights and types, from light 85-grain frangible rounds to heavier 165-grain loads.

What are the key ergonomic features of the Archon Type B?

The pistol has a comfortable grip with unique texturing that applies pressure effectively. While the ambidextrous magazine release can dig into some fingers, it offers easier manipulation for those with shorter hands.

Does the Archon Type B have external safeties?

No, the Archon Type B is designed as a ready-to-go fighting gun and does not feature external safeties or a trigger dingus. Its trigger has a long, heavy initial take-up that acts as a passive safety measure.

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