Atlas Gunworks Apollo | Yes, It’s That Good!

Published on May 11, 2024
Duration: 14:48

This review of the Atlas Gunworks Apollo highlights its exceptional performance on the range. The firearm demonstrates incredibly fast split times, minimal recoil due to its ported design, and impressive accuracy at both 10 and 25 yards. The trigger is noted for its crispness and short reset, contributing to the gun's ability to 'shoot itself.' The review also touches on holster fitment and the overall build quality expected from Atlas Gunworks.

Quick Summary

The Atlas Gunworks Apollo is a high-performance 2011 pistol known for its exceptionally smooth shooting and accuracy. Its advanced porting and lightweight 2lb trigger with short reset significantly reduce recoil and muzzle rise, allowing for incredibly fast split times and making the gun feel like it 'shoots itself.' It demonstrates impressive accuracy at 10 and 25 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:22Introduction to the Atlas Gunworks Apollo
  2. 00:49Reviewer's Disclosure: Loaner Gun from Atlas
  3. 01:11First Rounds and Initial Impressions
  4. 01:36Grouping and Zeroing the SRO
  5. 01:53Marco and Landon's First Thoughts
  6. 03:01Build Drills at 7 Yards
  7. 03:12Marco's Build Drill Results (1.66s)
  8. 03:37Marco's Build Drill Results (1.82s)
  9. 04:05QVO Tactical Holster Showcase
  10. 04:24Landon's Build Drill Results
  11. 05:06Landon's Second Build Drill Run
  12. 05:30Incredible Split Time: 7 Shots in 0.90s
  13. 06:00Marco on Metallurgy and Heat Dissipation
  14. 06:36Accuracy Testing: 10-Yard Group
  15. 07:44Accuracy Testing: 25-Yard Group
  16. 08:4625-Yard Group Results
  17. 09:21Atlas Apollo Trigger Breakdown
  18. 09:40Perfect Zero Tracking Explained
  19. 09:59Marco's Double Shots Demonstration
  20. 10:16Explanation of Perfect Tracking
  21. 10:43Slow-Motion Shots with Different Ammo Grains
  22. 11:29Final Thoughts on the Atlas Apollo
  23. 12:40Roger's Final Thoughts and Cons
  24. 13:38QVO Tactical Holster Details
  25. 14:01Outro and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Atlas Gunworks Apollo shoot so smoothly?

The Atlas Gunworks Apollo features a 4.6-inch barrel with advanced porting designed to significantly reduce recoil and muzzle flip. Combined with a very light, crisp 2lb trigger with minimal take-up and reset, the pistol offers exceptional 'perfect zero' tracking, allowing the optic's dot to return to the target center quickly, making it feel like the gun is shooting itself.

How accurate is the Atlas Gunworks Apollo?

The Atlas Gunworks Apollo demonstrates impressive accuracy. At 10 yards, it produced a tight group with nearly all 10 shots touching. At 25 yards, despite windy conditions, 10 shots were grouped within a 6-inch circle, with several rounds touching, showcasing its capability for precise shooting.

What are the key features of the Atlas Gunworks Apollo trigger?

The trigger on the Atlas Gunworks Apollo is a standout feature, weighing approximately 2 lbs. It offers very little take-up, a crisp break, and a short reset, which enables extremely fast follow-up shots and makes it easy to achieve rapid split times, contributing to the gun's overall performance.

How does the Atlas Gunworks Apollo handle heat during rapid firing?

Remarkably well. Even after firing an estimated 150-200 rounds in quick succession during drills, the Atlas Gunworks Apollo remained barely warm to the touch. This suggests superior metallurgy and heat dissipation design from Atlas Gunworks.

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