Dan Wesson DWX "Still Worth It or Too Late?" - TheFirearmGuy

Published on January 31, 2025
Duration: 6:22

The Dan Wesson DWX is a hybrid handgun blending CZ-75 and 1911 platforms, featuring a 5-inch reverse crown bull barrel and aluminum grips. Initially released without optics cuts and at a high MSRP, it has since become optics-ready and seen a price reduction. The reviewer questions its market position against more affordable 2011-style competitors, despite its perceived quality.

Quick Summary

The Dan Wesson DWX is a hybrid handgun combining CZ-75 and 1911 elements, featuring a 5-inch bull barrel. Initially not optics-ready and priced around $2160, it has since become optics-ready and seen a price drop to about $2000, though it faces stiff competition from more affordable 2011-style pistols.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Dan Wesson DWX Review
  2. 00:05Is the DWX Still Worth It?
  3. 00:10First Impressions at Shot Show 2019
  4. 00:24DWX Full Size vs. Compact
  5. 00:30Included Case and Magazines
  6. 00:43Magazine Base Plate Design
  7. 00:51Production Delays and Release
  8. 01:06Initial Release: Not Optics Ready
  9. 01:092011 Market Boom
  10. 01:13Original MSRP and Price Drop
  11. 01:16No Grip Safety, Hybrid Design
  12. 01:25Barrel and Grip Details
  13. 01:32Trigger Quality
  14. 01:38Dan Wesson Quality
  15. 01:47Trigger Time at Trade Show
  16. 01:57Optics Ready Models Now Available
  17. 02:05Price Reduction Explained
  18. 02:19Market Competition: Under $1000 Options
  19. 02:35Other Competitor Examples
  20. 02:41Did Dan Wesson Miss Their Chance?
  21. 02:45Close to 2011 Platform
  22. 02:48All Steel Frame
  23. 02:52Sight Picture (Non-Optics)
  24. 02:56Handgun Screams Optics
  25. 03:00Price Drop Indicates Sales Slowdown?
  26. 03:04Personal Interest Wanes
  27. 03:07Lost Interest in Non-Optics Ready
  28. 03:25Transitioning to Optics
  29. 03:34Late to the Game?
  30. 03:40Interest in the DWX Today
  31. 03:42Ideal Price Point Discussion
  32. 03:54Personal Desire vs. Sacrifice
  33. 04:05Performance Aspects
  34. 04:10Compact Model Differences
  35. 04:14Red Grips and Trigger
  36. 04:19Appreciation for Dan Wesson
  37. 04:22Magazine Drop
  38. 04:24Disassembly: Bushingless Barrel
  39. 04:28CZ-75 Style Breakdown
  40. 04:30Heavy Ambi Thumb Safety
  41. 04:37Worth It in Today's Market?
  42. 04:41Availability and Price Comparison
  43. 04:44Similar Characteristics
  44. 04:51Hand-Tuned Quality
  45. 05:00Shifting Interest
  46. 05:07Renewed Interest
  47. 05:09Viewer Thoughts Requested
  48. 05:14Deal or Must-Have?
  49. 05:22Late to the Optics Game
  50. 05:27Release Strategy Critique
  51. 05:38Optics Ready Release
  52. 05:41Top Manufacturer Expectation
  53. 05:46Viewer Input
  54. 05:46Nice Handgun
  55. 05:50Full Pic Rail Design
  56. 05:54Heavy Duty Steel
  57. 05:57Coating and Build Quality
  58. 06:03Ambivalence: Want vs. Don't Want
  59. 06:07Other Options Captured Attention
  60. 06:10Call for Viewer Thoughts
  61. 06:13Subscribe and Share
  62. 06:15Appreciation for Likes
  63. 06:17Closing Remarks
  64. 06:20Stay Safe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dan Wesson DWX and what makes it unique?

The Dan Wesson DWX is a hybrid handgun that merges features from the CZ-75 and 1911 platforms. It boasts a 5-inch reverse crown bull barrel, aluminum grips, and a design that breaks down similarly to a CZ-75, featuring a bushingless barrel.

Has the Dan Wesson DWX always been optics ready?

No, the initial release of the Dan Wesson DWX in late 2022/early 2023 was not optics-ready. Optics-ready models have since become available, addressing a significant market demand.

How has the price of the Dan Wesson DWX changed?

The Dan Wesson DWX initially had an MSRP around $2160. More recently, the price has been reduced to approximately $2000, and optics-ready versions are now available.

Why is the Dan Wesson DWX considered late to the market?

The DWX is considered late to the market because it was released after a significant boom in 2011-style handguns, many of which are now available for under $1000, offering similar characteristics.

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