I just wanna use the 4.5 right now

This expert review by Ben Stoeger delves into the Staccato HD 4 and 4.5 inch pistols, highlighting their 2011 platform with Glock magazine compatibility and unique sight block features. Stoeger, with extensive personal experience and over 10,000 rounds fired, discusses the guns' performance, design choices, and potential issues, offering a nuanced perspective on their value and functionality for serious shooters.

Ben Stoeger provides an expert-level comparison of the Zermatt Arms Waltz 9 against the 2011 platform, focusing on its suitability for competitive shooting. He details the Waltz 9's heavy, all-steel construction, adjustable barrel lock-up, and striker-fired trigger, contrasting it with the 2011's design. Stoeger highlights the Waltz 9's advantage in its lack of a manual safety for faster manipulations and discusses optic choices like the Holosun 507 Comp. The review also touches on the pistol's high price point and community perceptions.

Ben Stoeger, a professional competition shooter, analyzes the reliability of the Staccato HD 4.5 after approximately 10,000 rounds. While the HD 4.5 is noted for its speed and flat shooting characteristics, it requires more diligent lubrication and cleaning compared to the HD 4 to prevent malfunctions, particularly failure to go into battery when dry and dirty. The video highlights the importance of consistent maintenance for this model's optimal performance in demanding shooting conditions.

This video provides an in-depth range evaluation of the Nighthawk Custom double stack 9mm pistol by experienced shooter Ben Stoeger. Stoeger discusses the pistol's excellent finish, aggressive grip texture, and classic 2011 trigger feel, noting a 3lb pull weight. He also comments on the slide's weight and the traditional guide rod, offering insights from a competitive shooter's perspective.

Colion Noir provides an enthusiastic review of the Kimber 2k11 Pro Comped, highlighting its performance in a shooting demonstration. He praises the firearm's rapid fire capability and recoil management on steel targets, calling it a 'beast' and expressing genuine appreciation for the platform. The review showcases expert-level firearm handling and familiarity with high-end 2011-style pistols.

Shortshot Tony reviews three Kimber pistols: the 2K11 Stainless Comp ($2,345 MSRP, 9mm) with a notable compensator and crisp trigger, the 1911 DS Warrior (OR) ($1,290 MSRP, .38 Super) positioned against competitors like the Springfield Prodigy, and the 2K11 Pro - Eclipse ($1,445 MSRP). The review highlights price points, key features, and market positioning.

This video highlights a critical firearm malfunction where the magazine drops during firing, indicating a potential issue with the magazine catch or frame interface. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, demonstrates professional handling of the malfunction, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing mechanical failures promptly. The firearm in question is a customized Shadow Systems MR920.

This video demonstrates a critical uncommanded discharge incident with a Sig Sauer P320 during a holstering procedure. The footage, analyzed by expert Ben Stoeger, highlights the importance of firearm safety and mechanical reliability, showing the discharge occurring without the shooter's finger on the trigger. It serves as a stark reminder of potential risks even during routine actions.

Ben Stoeger debunks common red dot sight misconceptions, emphasizing that 'finding the dot' and 'blooming' indicate a misunderstanding of optic mechanics. True red dot use requires focusing on the target, not the dot itself. Stoeger suggests training methods like occluding the optic to promote binocular vision and target focus, comparing this skill to trigger control which needs constant refinement.

This 15-minute dry fire program by Ben Stoeger focuses on refining fundamental shooting skills through deliberate practice. It covers slow-motion draws, varied draw techniques including lateral movement, and meticulous reload mechanics. The program progresses to advanced drills like strong-hand/weak-hand reloads and positional shooting from a kneeling stance, emphasizing precision over speed initially.