Rock Island AL-9.0: Take 2

Published on August 12, 2020
Duration: 17:41

This video provides a 'take two' review of the Rock Island Armory AL-9.0 9mm revolver. The reviewer, Justin Opinion, expresses his continued satisfaction with the firearm, having purchased it after the initial loaner period. He demonstrates shooting the revolver, discusses its use with moon clips, and compares its ballistics to .38 Special and .357 Magnum, highlighting its advantages for those seeking a more manageable recoil than .357 Magnum while offering superior performance to .38 Special. The video also addresses the practicality of shooting 9mm without moon clips and praises the effectiveness of the included moon clip unloading tool.

Quick Summary

The Rock Island Armory AL-9.0 is a 9mm revolver that can shoot 9mm ammunition without moon clips, though extraction of spent casings is manual. Moon clips offer faster reloads and more reliable ejection. Ballistically, 9mm is superior to .38 Special, providing more energy and velocity.

Chapters

  1. 00:27Introduction: Rock Island AL-9.0 Take Two
  2. 00:30Revolver Features: 9mm, Moon Clips
  3. 00:43Reviewer's Decision to Purchase
  4. 01:20Speed Beez Moon Clips
  5. 02:06Range Time & Shooting Impressions
  6. 03:00Sights Adjustment Discussion
  7. 04:06Can You Shoot 380 in a 9mm Revolver?
  8. 04:40Shooting 9mm Without Moon Clips
  9. 06:10Test: 9mm Without Moon Clip (No Ejection)
  10. 07:13Review of Speed Beez Moon Clips
  11. 08:20Moon Clip Unloading Tool
  12. 10:10Sights Tweaked & Shooting Again
  13. 10:53Why a 9mm Revolver?
  14. 11:41Ballistics Comparison: 9mm vs .38 Special
  15. 13:36Muzzle Energy & Velocity Data
  16. 14:36Advantages of Moon Clips for Reloading
  17. 16:23Conclusion: Rock Island AL-9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you shoot 9mm ammunition in a revolver without using moon clips?

Yes, you can shoot 9mm ammunition in a revolver designed for it without moon clips. The cartridges will stop in the tapered cylinder chambers and headspace on the case mouth. However, extracting spent casings becomes a manual process, as the cylinder's extractor will not engage them.

What are the advantages of using moon clips with a 9mm revolver?

Moon clips significantly speed up reloads in revolvers, requiring less fine motor skill than speedloaders. They also allow for more compact ammunition carry and ensure all spent casings eject simultaneously, making the reloading process more reliable and efficient.

How does the ballistics of 9mm compare to .38 Special?

9mm ammunition is ballistically superior to .38 Special. With similarly weighted bullets, 9mm offers approximately 50% more muzzle energy and velocity, and a 30-40% increase in velocity, providing greater performance.

Is the Rock Island Armory AL-9.0 a good option for someone who wants a revolver with manageable recoil?

Yes, the Rock Island Armory AL-9.0 is a good option. It provides ballistics superior to .38 Special but with less sharp recoil than a .357 Magnum, making it a pleasant and respectable choice for home defense or personal carry.

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