Laugo Alien: Sand Test (feat. Moon Dust)

Published on December 26, 2021
Duration: 7:18

The Laugo Alien pistol underwent rigorous sand and 'moon dust' tests to assess its reliability in harsh conditions. While it performed flawlessly in standard sand, extremely fine dust caused a failure to feed by affecting the magazine follower. However, the pistol's core mechanism remained functional, demonstrating robust design even when fouled.

Quick Summary

The Laugo Alien pistol performed flawlessly in a standard sand test. However, extremely fine 'moon dust' caused a failure to feed by affecting the magazine follower. After switching to a clean magazine, the pistol resumed perfect function, indicating its core mechanism is robust despite fouling.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction: Sand Testing the Laugo Alien
  2. 01:04Standard Sand Test Procedure
  3. 02:13First Test Results: Flawless Performance
  4. 02:48Extreme 'Moon Dust' Test Setup
  5. 03:41Moon Dust Test: Failure to Feed Explained
  6. 05:18Clean Magazine Test: Core Reliability
  7. 06:01Final Assessment: Harsh Environment Confidence

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Laugo Alien perform in the standard sand test?

In the standard sand test using local sandy soil, the Laugo Alien fired a full magazine without any issues. The pistol's performance was noted as flawless during this initial phase of the reliability test.

What caused the Laugo Alien to fail during the 'moon dust' test?

The failure during the 'moon dust' test was caused by extremely fine dust entering the magazine. This fine particulate matter caused the magazine follower to stick, resulting in a loss of spring tension and a failure to feed.

Does the Laugo Alien's core mechanism remain reliable after fouling?

Yes, after switching to a clean magazine, the Laugo Alien continued to function perfectly. This demonstrated that the pistol's core action is robust and reliable, even when its exterior and magazine well are heavily fouled with sand.

Is the Laugo Alien suitable for competitive shooting in harsh environments?

Based on the tests, the speaker expressed confidence in using the Laugo Alien for competitive shooting in harsh environments. While fine dust can affect magazine reliability, the pistol's action itself proved to be robust.

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