Grand Power Q100 Shooting Impressions

Published on June 6, 2017
Duration: 12:28

This video provides shooting impressions of the Grand Power Q100, highlighting its rotating barrel and ambidextrous design. The reviewer notes its comfortable shooting experience, accuracy potential, and a smooth but long trigger pull, suggesting it could be good for training. Ammunition compatibility was tested with various bullet weights, and the firearm was also evaluated for left-handed operation.

Quick Summary

The Grand Power Q100 is a striker-fired pistol featuring a rotating barrel for reduced recoil and fully ambidextrous controls. It was tested for reliability with various ammunition types and weights, demonstrating good function. The trigger is smooth but long, potentially aiding new shooters in developing consistent trigger control.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Grand Power Q100
  2. 01:35Q100 Features: Rotating Barrel & Striker-Fired
  3. 01:40Ammunition Testing: 65gr ARX
  4. 02:01Ammunition Testing: 95gr Mag Tech Soft Point
  5. 02:35Ammunition Testing: 124gr Speer Gold Dot
  6. 03:06Ammunition Testing: 147gr Federal HST
  7. 03:41Ambidextrous Shooting: Dominant vs. Non-Dominant Hand
  8. 04:19Right-Handed Shooting Results (7 Yards)
  9. 05:04Left-Handed Shooting Results (7 Yards)
  10. 05:08Overall Impressions: Q100
  11. 05:34Trigger Feel Analysis
  12. 07:18Left-Handed Operation & Slide Release
  13. 07:44Trigger Comparison: Q100 vs. AK
  14. 08:41Q100 vs. K100: Striker-Fired vs. Hammer-Fired
  15. 10:00Trigger Wall Comparison: Q100 vs. K100
  16. 10:26Striker-Fired vs. Hammer-Fired Debate
  17. 11:09Conclusion: Grand Power Options

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Grand Power Q100?

The Grand Power Q100 is notable for its rotating barrel system, designed to reduce recoil. It's also Grand Power's first striker-fired pistol and features fully ambidextrous controls, making it user-friendly for both right and left-handed shooters.

How does the Grand Power Q100 perform with different ammunition?

The Q100 was tested with various ammunition weights, including 65-grain ARX, 95-grain Mag Tech, 124-grain Speer Gold Dot, and 147-grain Federal HST. It generally functioned reliably, with one stovepipe attributed to improper grip during left-handed shooting.

What is the trigger like on the Grand Power Q100?

The trigger on the Q100 is described as smooth and comfortable with no grit, but it has a long pull. This consistent, long pull is considered by some to be beneficial for teaching new shooters proper trigger control techniques.

How does the Grand Power Q100 compare to the K100?

The Q100 is Grand Power's first striker-fired model, while the K100 is hammer-fired. The Q100 has a longer, smoother trigger pull, whereas the K100 offers a shorter, crisper break with a more defined wall, which some prefer for faster shooting.

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