New 2011 hotness - Kimber 2k11 Review

This review of the Kimber 2K11 Comp highlights its position as a top-tier 2011 pistol. The host, demonstrating high expertise, praises its flat shooting, fast cycle time, and user-friendly ergonomics, even for new shooters. The pistol's aesthetic, advanced features like the ported bull barrel and custom magwell, and competitive $2,499 MSRP solidify its status as a strong contender in the high-end handgun market.

This video provides an unboxing and initial showcase of the Kimber 2k11 (KDS9c) pistol. It highlights the firearm's presentation, smooth slide action, distinctive two-tone finish, and premium aesthetic details like the gold barrel and fiber optic front sight. The packaging emphasizes 'Legendary Craftsmanship | Unmatched Performance', setting expectations for a high-quality firearm.

This review provides a long-term assessment of the Fusion XP Pro Comp after approximately 2500 rounds. The speaker, 'A Regular Gun Guy,' compares its performance, accuracy, and recoil characteristics against the high-end Staccato P. Novice shooters were used to gauge subjective feel and performance, with a significant price-to-performance value highlighted for the Fusion.

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 in 10mm highlights its robust features, including a ported barrel, Picatinny rail, and optics-ready slide. The pistol offers a 15-round capacity and is presented as a controllable yet stout option suitable for both backwoods protection and personal defense. The instructor emphasizes choosing a firearm you can shoot accurately.

This review of the Alpha Foxtrot Romulus 2011 pistol highlights its impressive fit, finish, and trigger quality for its price point, often rivaling higher-end models. While offering features like DLC coating and tritium sights, a notable drawback is the slick grip texture. The review provides a comparative analysis against competitors like the Springfield Prodigy and Live Free Armory Apollo, offering insights into its performance and value.

This review of the Fusion Firearms XP-Pro, conducted after over 2000 rounds, highlights its solid shooting performance, aesthetic appeal, and excellent customer service. While generally reliable with minimal malfunctions, the grip module's slipperiness in heat and the pistol's size for concealed carry are noted as minor drawbacks. The trigger is praised for its clean break and positive reset.

This video debunks the myth that an AR-15 round would 'blow off' an ear by conducting a practical experiment with pig ears. The results show that even high-velocity rounds like 5.56mm and .223 Remington, as well as heavier calibers like 45-70 and 8.6 Blackout, create small, clean holes through thin tissue, similar to a hole punch. The host explains this is because the tissue is too thin for the bullet to transfer enough energy for catastrophic cavitation, unlike in ballistics gel.

This short showcases high-performance 'Space Guns' from the Open Division at the Double Tap Championship. It highlights custom 2011-style pistols, specialized race holsters from brands like Safariland and Double Alpha Academy, and features a first-person view of a shooter using a frame-mounted red dot optic during a stage. The video emphasizes the advanced technology and customization involved in top-tier competition handguns.

Tim Herron, a USPSA Grand Master, explains efficient iron sight usage by contrasting traditional front sight focus with a target-oriented approach. He advocates using the rear sight for gross aiming and the front sight for fine-tuning, likening it to a backhoe vs. spade. Training with red dots can improve iron sight performance by fostering target focus.

This review compares the Staccato P, Springfield Armory Prodigy, and Bul Armory Tac 4.25, focusing on manufacturing, ergonomics, trigger, and shooting dynamics. The Bul Armory Tac 4.25 demonstrated superior reliability with tested ammunition and offered the crispest trigger. The Prodigy was the softest shooting but had a noticeable grip safety gap and feeding issues. The Staccato P offered a good balance but was also susceptible to feeding issues with certain ammo.