Colt All-American 2000 (Disassembly and Shooting)

Published on October 26, 2014
Duration: 10:39

The Colt All-American 2000, a polymer-framed pistol designed by Eugene Stoner and Reed Knight, was Colt's unsuccessful attempt to compete in the 1990s 'Wonder Nine' market. Despite its innovative rotating barrel locking system and polymer construction, it suffered from significant accuracy and reliability issues, largely attributed to a heavy 12-pound trigger pull (increased for liability) and a front sight mounted on a wear-prone barrel bushing. These flaws, combined with manufacturing problems, led to its market failure and a safety recall.

Quick Summary

The Colt All-American 2000, designed by Reed Knight and Eugene Stoner, was Colt's failed attempt at the 'Wonder Nine' market. It suffered from accuracy issues due to a front sight mounted on a wear-prone barrel bushing and a heavy 12-pound trigger pull mandated for liability reasons.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Historical Context
  2. 01:31Design Origins & Colt Modifications
  3. 02:25Shooting & Trigger Assessment
  4. 03:17Mechanical Operation: Rotating Barrel
  5. 03:48Disassembly & Internal Components
  6. 06:58Design Flaws & Accuracy Issues
  7. 08:59Reassembly & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main design origins of the Colt All-American 2000?

The Colt All-American 2000 was originally designed by Reed Knight and Eugene Stoner. Colt purchased the rights and made modifications, including a longer grip and barrel, and switched to a double-stack magazine, transforming a promising prototype into a problematic production firearm.

What were the primary accuracy and reliability issues with the Colt All-American 2000?

A major flaw was the front sight mounted on a barrel bushing, which caused instability as it wore, impacting accuracy. Additionally, a mandated heavy 12-pound trigger pull and manufacturing issues contributed to its poor performance and reliability.

What type of locking mechanism does the Colt All-American 2000 use?

The Colt All-American 2000 utilizes a rotating barrel locking mechanism combined with a short recoil system. The barrel and slide remain locked briefly before the barrel rotates to unlock, allowing the slide to cycle.

Why did Colt increase the trigger pull weight on the All-American 2000?

Colt's legal department mandated the trigger pull weight be increased from the original 6 pounds to a heavy 12 pounds. This was done primarily for liability reasons, aiming to reduce the risk of accidental discharges.

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