NEW! DBX 57 Review

Published on February 3, 2021
Duration: 15:46

This review of the Diamondback DBX chambered in 5.7x28mm covers its features, performance at 200 yards, and pros and cons. The reviewer highlights its lightweight design, intuitive controls, and the benefits of the 5.7x28mm round for longer distances compared to 9mm. Potential drawbacks include ammunition reliability issues with specific types and the fact it does not come with a brace.

Quick Summary

The Diamondback DBX in 5.7x28mm is a lightweight and thin PCC with an 8-inch barrel, weighing only 3 pounds empty. It offers excellent long-range potential compared to 9mm and features intuitive controls. While great for the range, potential ammunition reliability issues with specific types warrant further testing for home defense applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Overview
  2. 01:03Technical Specifications
  3. 01:51Firearm Features
  4. 03:35Comparison to Stribog
  5. 04:59200 Yard Shooting Test
  6. 06:37Range Performance Impressions
  7. 07:48Pros and Cons Discussion
  8. 09:40Ammunition Reliability Issues
  9. 11:10Home Defense vs. Range Use
  10. 12:10Price and Included Accessories
  11. 12:40Brace Inclusion Discussion
  12. 13:10Controls and Configurability
  13. 13:37Overall Assessment and Rating
  14. 14:29Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Diamondback DBX in 5.7x28mm?

The Diamondback DBX features an 8-inch barrel, 16.1-inch overall length (without brace), 7.3-inch height, and weighs 3 pounds empty. It has a proprietary muzzle device threaded 1/2x28 with a 1:9 inch right-hand twist and includes a 120-round magazine.

How does the Diamondback DBX perform at 200 yards?

The reviewer successfully engaged targets at 200 yards with the Diamondback DBX, noting that the 5.7x28mm round offers better range capabilities than 9mm. The Hollison H7C optic was pre-zeroed and performed well, allowing for accurate shots.

What are the main pros and cons of the Diamondback DBX?

Pros include its lightweight and thin design, intuitive controls, minimal felt recoil, and the 5.7x28mm round's long-range potential. Cons noted are potential reliability issues with specific ammunition types (FN blue-tipped), it only comes with one magazine, and full disassembly is complex.

Is the Diamondback DBX suitable for home defense?

The reviewer suggests the DBX is excellent for range use but recommends further testing for home defense due to observed ammunition-related stoppages. More extensive reliability testing would be needed to confidently recommend it for protecting family.

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