Ported Archon Type B Pistols

This video provides an in-depth review of the Archon Type B Gen 2 pistol, highlighting its modular grip system that allows for compact, subcompact, and full-size configurations. Key features include the AF Speed Lock barrel for straight rearward cycling, a low bore axis for intuitive shooting, and multiple optic cut options (Acro, RMR, RMSC). The pistol is also noted for its ergonomic design, flat-face trigger, and availability in various magazine capacities and colors.

This review of the Archon Type B, presented by Spartan Defense, highlights its advanced features and modularity. The pistol boasts a unique non-tilting barrel system for reduced recoil, direct optic cuts, and a highly customizable grip. Expert insights from Forrest and Josh Yates emphasize its performance potential and value proposition for shooters seeking a feature-rich, adaptable firearm.

This review of the Canik Mete MC9 Prime compact pistol highlights its features, including a ported slide, optics-ready capability, and 17-round magazine capacity. The presenter compares it extensively to the Glock 19, noting its comparable size but slimmer profile. Live-fire testing suggests the ports effectively reduce recoil, making it a strong contender in the compact handgun market for concealed carry.

This video reviews seven pistols presented as superior alternatives to the new Glock Gen 6, highlighting their advanced features, ergonomics, and value. The host, a long-time Glock user, details innovations like low bore axes, modular frames, advanced optics mounting, and improved triggers found in models from Archon, Springfield, CZ, Tisas, Staccato, Canik, and Smith & Wesson M&P. The analysis focuses on performance advantages, cost-effectiveness, and features that surpass Glock's latest offering.

This video provides a first look at the Archon Type B pistol, highlighting its polymer construction that feels substantial, adjustable grip texture panels, and modularity allowing for subcompact, compact, and full-size configurations. The firearm features a unique straight-rearward barrel movement, contributing to a distinct recoil impulse. The reviewer praises the trigger, sights, and comfortable controls, noting its German manufacturing with US and Czech Republic presence. The pistol comes optics-ready, with this model featuring an Acro optics cut.

This video explores the effectiveness of low bore axis pistols, comparing the Archon Type B and Daniel Defense H9 against standard models like the Glock Gen 6. The presenter, an experienced shooter, analyzes how different bore axis heights and internal mechanisms (like the Archon's AF Speed Lock and the H9's 1911-style recoil spring) affect recoil impulse, muzzle flip, and follow-up shot speed. While low bore axis designs aim to redirect recoil energy, their actual impact varies, with compensators like the Radian Ram Jet proving highly effective in recoil reduction.

This video unboxes and showcases a shipment of Norinco Type 85 sniper rifles, a rare find in the current market. The presenter expresses surprise and excitement at seeing these rifles again, highlighting their excellent condition, quality wood and metal finishes, and original factory packaging. The unboxing also reveals included accessories such as operating instructions, tool kits, cheek welds, cleaning rods, oil bottles, and PSOP optics in their own tins.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Norinco Type 85 sniper rifle, a Chinese reverse-engineered SVD variant chambered in 7.62x54R. The presenter, Matt from Atlantic Firearms, details its historical context, technical specifications, included accessories, and collectible value. The rifle features a cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel, laminate wood furniture, a 10-round waffle magazine, and an SVD-style optic rail.

This video provides an in-depth review of the new MAC IX pistol from Military Armament Corporation. The presenter highlights its direct blowback operation, compatibility with MP5 magazines, and extensive ambidextrous controls. Key features like the M-LOK handguard, picatinny rail for optics, and a three-lug muzzle device for suppressors or flash hiders are detailed, positioning it as a versatile PDW.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Hahn 9 pistol, a 9mm PCC offering an alternative to the MP5 platform. It highlights the firearm's Turkish origin, compatibility with MP5 magazines, and features like a side-folding brace, AR-15 style controls, and a Melonite-treated barrel. The review includes practical shooting impressions, noting reliable operation and a quieter experience with a suppressor.