Athena Review in Progress

This video provides an in-depth review of the Taran Tactical Pit Viper, a highly anticipated pistol inspired by John Wick 4. The reviewer, Chris, highlights its performance, accuracy, and features, comparing it to other high-end 2011 platforms. The review emphasizes the gun's reliability, fast handling, and exceptional trigger, making it a top-tier choice for competitive shooters and enthusiasts.

This review provides an in-depth look at the Sig Sauer P211 GTO, highlighting its performance and handling characteristics. The speaker, an experienced shooter, praises the firearm's 'buttery' slide, excellent return to zero, and comfortable grip, comparing it favorably to other 2011 platforms like Staccato and Kimber. The review covers shooting impressions, ergonomics, and potential competition use.

Micah Mayfield provides an in-depth review of the Sig Sauer P211 after 3,500 rounds, focusing on its performance, reliability, and comparison to other 2011 platforms. He highlights its Series 80 design for drop safety, its flat shooting characteristics, and the effectiveness of its island compensator. The review also touches on ergonomics, trigger quality, and magazine compatibility with SIG P320 magazines.

Ben Stoeger, a seasoned shooter, provides an overview of his experience with various 2011 platform pistols. He details his journey into the 2011 platform, highlighting specific models like the Staccato XC, Staccato P, Atlas Titan, Atlas Athena, Kimber 2011, and Staccato HD. Stoeger discusses round counts, reliability, shooting characteristics, and personal preferences for each firearm, offering insights into their performance in his shooting regimen.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of the pros and cons of the 2011 pistol platform, drawing on the speaker's experience over the last six months. Key advantages highlighted include high magazine capacity, crisp single-action triggers, excellent recoil management due to weight and potential compensators, modularity for customization, and inherent accuracy. Conversely, cons discussed are the premium price point for many models, increased maintenance requirements compared to striker-fired firearms, potential challenges with size and weight for concealed carry, magazine reliability issues, and the learning curve associated with manual and grip safeties, especially for those accustomed to striker-fired pistols.

Ben Stoeger compares the Glock Gen 6 17 and Gen 5 47, noting that while the Gen 6 17 feels softer and slower shooting, his personal preference currently leans towards the Gen 5 47 due to its snappier feel and the modifications (grip tape, Trigger Tech trigger, brass butt plug) it has received. He emphasizes that the comparison is not apples-to-apples due to the differing states of modification and that further testing is needed to form definitive opinions on the Gen 6 17.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.