Best Striker Fired Trigger...Period!..(Semi-Auto Collection Pt.16)

This review of the Colt All-American 2000, designed by Reed Knight and Eugene Stoner, challenges historical claims of extreme inaccuracy. While the pistol exhibited reliability issues and a heavy, unusual trigger pull, the reviewer's tests showed significantly better accuracy than reported in early 1990s firearms publications. The reviewer suggests that the pistol's ergonomics, trigger, and potentially manufacturing tolerances contributed to its poor reception, rather than outright fabrication by journalists.

This review of the Springfield Echelon Compact Compensated pistol highlights its effectiveness in controlling muzzle rise due to its factory-installed compensator. The pistol offers a robust feature set including an optics-ready slide, usable night sights, and a reliable trigger, making it a strong contender for concealed carry and duty use. The reviewer emphasizes its solid performance and value for the price point.

This review of the BRG-9 Elite, a budget-friendly full-size 9mm pistol, highlights its Springfield XD clone design and affordable price point. The reviewer details its features, including an ambidextrous magazine release, grip safety, and nitrided finish, while also discussing its performance and potential drawbacks like out-of-spec accessory rails. Despite minor cons, the BRG-9 Elite is presented as a feature-rich and reliable option for budget-conscious buyers.

This review of the Kimber R7 Mako Carbon Compact highlights its suitability as a concealed carry option. The presenter praises its accuracy, comfortable ergonomics with good stippling, and a crisp trigger with a 90-degree break, comparing it favorably to a 1911 trigger feel. The pistol is shown to be reliable with various carry ammunition types and features easy disassembly.

Brett from Nightwood Guns provides an in-depth review of the IWI Masada Slim Elite, a micro 9mm slimline pistol. After 1,000 rounds, he finds it to be one of the best in its class, praising its ergonomics, trigger, and reliability. While noting a heavier trigger pull and less aggressive slide serrations as minor drawbacks, he highlights its excellent value and suitability for concealed carry.

This video provides an in-depth look at Eugene Stoner's Future Assault Rifle Concept (FARC) program, specifically the FARC 2 and FARC 3 prototypes. It details their development by Aries Inc. in the early 1970s, highlighting unique features like a pivoting dust cover, a combined handguard/bipod, a specialized muzzle brake, and a striker-fired mechanism. The review covers disassembly procedures for the FARC 3, compares it to the FARC 2, and discusses the program's discontinuation due to funding cuts after the Vietnam War.

This video critically reviews five handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry by TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator. The analysis focuses on practical issues like reliability, concealability, metallurgy, and effectiveness in self-defense scenarios, highlighting specific models from Bersa, Ruger, Taurus, Magnum Research, and Kel-Tec. The speaker's extensive experience and direct references to personal ownership and observed failures lend significant authority to his assessments.

The Yankee Marshal provides a practical, budget-conscious review of new handguns available for under $200, focusing on reliability and self-defense utility for a college student. He highlights five specific models, detailing their pros and cons based on extensive personal experience and current market pricing, emphasizing value for money in the entry-level firearm market.

TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator with practical self-defense knowledge, outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry. He emphasizes avoiding dangerous methods like Mexican carry and pocket carry without holsters, and discourages less secure options such as small of back, improper shoulder holster use, and ankle carry. The guide stresses the importance of proper holsters with reliable retention and safe access, drawing on real-world safety incidents and extensive personal experience.

This guide, informed by TheYankeeMarshal's extensive experience with 14 1911s, helps viewers navigate the diverse 1911 market. It provides specific recommendations based on budget and intended use, from entry-level Springfield Armory GI series to concealed carry options like the Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg, value-packed Springfield Armory Loaded series, near-custom Dan Wesson CBOB, and the highly recommended Colt Combat Commander as a customizable platform.