P320 + 2011 = OA Defense 2311

Published on October 6, 2024
Duration: 18:19

This video reviews the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro, a hybrid 2011-style pistol with P320 magazine compatibility. The presenters highlight its comfortable ergonomics, intuitive grip angle, and effective porting that significantly reduces recoil, leading to fast sight recovery. Accuracy is demonstrated to be good at 10 and 25 yards, though a minor issue with failure-to-feeds after extended firing was noted, potentially requiring feed ramp polishing.

Quick Summary

The OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro is a hybrid pistol featuring a ported barrel for reduced recoil, P320 magazine compatibility, and 2011-style ergonomics. Its trigger offers a clean break around 3.5 lbs with a short reset, and accuracy is excellent, with a 2-inch group achievable at 25 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:22Introduction to OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro
  2. 00:51Sponsorship Disclosure and Holster Availability
  3. 01:40First Rounds and Initial Impressions
  4. 02:24Recoil and Grip Angle Feedback
  5. 03:11Marco's First Shots and Ergo Assessment
  6. 04:2410-Yard Accuracy Test
  7. 04:47Transition to 25-Yard Accuracy Testing
  8. 05:13Ammunition Choice for Accuracy Testing
  9. 05:4725-Yard Group Analysis
  10. 06:40Shooting an 8-Inch Steel Target at 25 Yards
  11. 07:52Bill Drills Performance
  12. 09:03Doubles Drill and Split Times
  13. 10:39Slow Motion Recoil Analysis with Different Ammo Grains
  14. 12:07Trigger Breakdown and Analysis
  15. 12:53Final Thoughts and Ergonomic Review
  16. 13:14Porting and Overall Gun Assessment
  17. 13:30Unique Aesthetics and Ergonomic Friendliness
  18. 14:15P320 Magazine Compatibility and Included Accessories
  19. 14:36Ambidextrous Features and Controls
  20. 14:57Price Point and Value Discussion
  21. 15:26Malfunction Analysis and Feed Ramp Issues
  22. 16:06Overall Range Experience and Conclusion
  23. 17:11Holster Availability and Website Promotion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro?

The OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro features a ported barrel for reduced recoil, P320 magazine compatibility, ambidextrous controls including a slide stop, and a 2011-style grip with integrated thumb ledges for enhanced control and ergonomics.

How does the porting affect the recoil of the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro?

The factory porting on the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro significantly reduces felt recoil, allowing for faster sight recovery and a flatter shooting experience. This makes follow-up shots quicker and more accurate.

What is the trigger like on the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro?

The trigger is described as similar to a single-stage AR trigger, with a clean break around 3.5 lbs, minimal pre-travel, and a very short, audible, and tactile reset, making it excellent for fast shooting.

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro?

Accuracy is reported as very good. At 10 yards, groups were nearly all touching. At 25 yards, a 2-inch group was achieved with appropriate ammunition, demonstrating the pistol's precision potential.

Are there any reliability concerns with the OA Defense 2311 Compact Pro?

After approximately 500 rounds, some failure-to-feed malfunctions were observed, potentially due to a dirty and steep feed ramp. Polishing the feed ramp is suggested as a common fix for such issues.

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