Rock Island Derya Arms Melik Tabletop Review and Field Strip

Published on September 21, 2024
Duration: 14:03

This video provides a tabletop review and field strip of the Rock Island Derya Arms Melik pistol, a Turkish-made firearm based on the Beretta 92 platform. The presenter details its features, fit, finish, and disassembly process, noting its affordability and similarity to the classic 92FS. The review highlights the pistol's aluminum frame, melanated steel parts, and the process for field stripping, which requires depressing a spring-loaded button to rotate the takedown lever.

Quick Summary

The Rock Island Derya Arms Melik is an affordable 9mm pistol based on the Beretta 92 platform, featuring an aluminum frame and melanated steel parts. Field stripping involves depressing a button to rotate the takedown lever, then removing the slide, recoil spring, guide rod, and locking block to access the barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: Derya Arms Melik
  2. 00:19Affordable Alternative & Contents
  3. 01:00Manual Review & Specs
  4. 01:18+P Ammo & Barrel Length
  5. 02:11Melik Pistol Overview
  6. 02:46Beretta 92 Design Basis
  7. 03:14Magazine Release & Features
  8. 03:41Front Sight & Trigger Guard
  9. 04:07Double Action & Safety
  10. 04:17Trigger Talk: DA/SA
  11. 04:56Fit, Finish & Serrations
  12. 06:06Beretta 92 Open Top Slide
  13. 06:30Early 92 Locking Block Issues
  14. 07:08Right Side Controls
  15. 07:50Sights: Rear Dovetailed, Front Attached
  16. 08:03Field Strip: Melik
  17. 08:21Takedown Lever Mechanism
  18. 08:56Frame Inspection
  19. 09:53Grip Compatibility
  20. 10:29Recoil Spring & Guide Rod
  21. 10:45Locking Block Removal
  22. 11:02Barrel & Feed Ramp
  23. 11:10Chamber Fit Test
  24. 12:00Reassembly & Range Video Preview
  25. 13:21Range Test Details
  26. 13:32Full Details & Website

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rock Island Derya Arms Melik based on?

The Rock Island Derya Arms Melik is based on the classic Beretta 92 platform. It shares many design elements with the 92FS, including its overall profile, open-top slide, and double-action/single-action trigger system.

How do you field strip the Derya Arms Melik?

To field strip the Melik, first ensure it's unloaded. Depress the spring-loaded button on the left side of the frame, rotate the takedown lever down, and slide the slide forward off the frame. Then, remove the recoil spring and guide rod, and push the locking block tail to remove it and shift the barrel forward.

What are the key features of the Derya Arms Melik pistol?

The Melik features an aluminum frame, melanated steel parts for durability, a 9mm caliber, and a capacity of 17 rounds. It is designed with an open-top slide for reliable ejection and a double-action/single-action trigger mechanism.

Does the Derya Arms Melik support +P ammunition?

The manual for the Derya Arms Melik does not explicitly mention support for +P ammunition. However, the presenter notes that the pistol underwent durability tests with high-pressure cartridges and suggests +P may not be necessary due to its nearly 5-inch barrel.

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