MP 2.0 Review. I am an MP Bro now.

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 highly experienced competitive shooter, provides an in-depth review of the Smith & Wesson M&P platform, affectionately coining the term 'M&P Bro'. He emphasizes the platform's excellent ergonomics, wide variety of options, and the common practice of serious shooters upgrading components like triggers and grip tape for optimal performance. Stoeger positions the M&P as a modern, ergonomically superior alternative to the Glock.

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Metal HD highlights its evolution into a steel-framed striker-fired pistol, offering improved balance and performance. The reviewer, an expert marksman, details its features, accuracy testing with various ammunition, and recoil characteristics compared to competitors. Key takeaways include its suitability for competition and the importance of selecting appropriate ammunition for optimal accuracy.

This video features expert firearms instructor Ben Stoeger discussing the importance of unbiased gun reviews, using the Sig Sauer 211 and Trench Grenade's experience as examples. Stoeger emphasizes that reviews should focus on the product's performance without regard for positive or negative outcomes, even when provided with free firearms. He also briefly showcases a Walther PDP Steel Frame pistol.

Ben Stoeger provides an expert assessment of the Gen 6 Glock 17, focusing on its new optic mounting system, extractor, and aftermarket compatibility. He highlights that while some Gen 5 parts may not fit, the Gen 6 offers a direct mount system for common optics and features accurate barrels out-of-the-box. The review emphasizes the need for suppressor-height sights and notes minor grip dimension changes requiring specific accessories.

Ben Stoeger, a professional firearms instructor, reviews three key concerns with the new Gen 6 Glock 17. He highlights potential issues with the proprietary polymer-based optic mounting system, questions the long-term reliability of the redesigned extractor, and notes potential aftermarket compatibility challenges, particularly with internal components and grip plugs. Despite these concerns, he acknowledges iterative ergonomic improvements.

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.