Atlas Gunworks Erebus Review

Published on May 15, 2020
Duration: 14:20

This review covers the Atlas Gunworks Erebus, a high-end competition pistol designed for divisions like USPSA Open and 3-Gun Open. The reviewer highlights its exceptional fit and finish, a very light trigger (claimed sub-2lb), and a meaty compensator contributing to a flat shooting experience. While not designed for concealed carry, its performance in competition is emphasized, with a discussion on its price point and target audience.

Quick Summary

The Atlas Gunworks Erebus is a high-end competition pistol designed for divisions like USPSA Open and 3-Gun Open. It features a meaty compensator, KKM bull barrel, and an exceptionally light trigger (claimed sub-2lb) for a flat shooting experience and quick reloads, priced at $6,250.

Chapters

  1. 00:33No Slide Lock Back Discussion
  2. 00:40Competition Load Sequence Question
  3. 01:09John Wick Impression
  4. 01:52Reloading Experience
  5. 02:25Atlas Gunworks Erebus Introduction
  6. 02:50Competition Suitability (3-Gun, USPSA)
  7. 03:23Erebus Facts and Figures
  8. 03:37Compensator Performance
  9. 04:02Slide Window Cuts
  10. 04:06KKM Bull Barrel
  11. 04:18Frame with/without Rails
  12. 04:37Optic Setup and Options
  13. 05:00Interchangeable Plate System
  14. 05:22SRO vs RMR for Carry/Competition
  15. 05:42Ambi Safety and Grip
  16. 05:55Aluminum Grip Texture
  17. 06:14Sub 2lb Trigger Discussion
  18. 07:00Double Undercut Trigger Guard
  19. 07:04Beefy Magwell and Reloading
  20. 07:28Magazine Release (Lefty Issue)
  21. 07:50Unique Gun Sound
  22. 08:15No Iron Sights
  23. 08:34Thumb Safety and No Grip Safety
  24. 08:43Atlas 'Perfect Zero' Concept
  25. 10:17Price Point and Value
  26. 11:12Comparison to Traditional Guns
  27. 11:46Fit and Finish
  28. 12:03Trigger Lightness Comparison
  29. 12:36Lamborghini of Guns Analogy
  30. 13:00Call-out for Other Atlas Models
  31. 14:03Concluding Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What competition divisions is the Atlas Gunworks Erebus suitable for?

The Atlas Gunworks Erebus is specifically designed for competition shooting and is suitable for 3-Gun Open Division and USPSA Open Division (minor only). Its features are optimized for these fast-paced shooting sports.

What are the key performance features of the Atlas Gunworks Erebus?

The Erebus boasts a very flat shooting experience due to its meaty compensator and KKM bull barrel. It also features a phenomenally light trigger, claimed to be sub-2 pounds, and a beefy magwell for quick reloads, all contributing to high-level competition performance.

What is the price point of the Atlas Gunworks Erebus?

The Atlas Gunworks Erebus is positioned as a top-tier competition firearm with a price of $6,250. This places it firmly in the high-end category for 2011-style pistols and specialized competition guns.

Does the Atlas Gunworks Erebus come with iron sights?

No, the Atlas Gunworks Erebus is a dedicated competition optic-ready pistol and does not come with iron sights. It is designed to be used with a red dot sight.

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