Selling out to atlas

Published on March 15, 2025
Duration: 15:39

This video provides an initial impression of the Atlas Titan pistol, highlighting its impeccable build quality and aggressive return to zero. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, discusses the pistol's premium price point, its appeal to serious hobbyists in disciplines like USPSA, and its comfortable, albeit aggressive, grip ergonomics. He plans extensive testing to provide a long-term review.

Quick Summary

The Atlas Titan pistol is highly regarded for its impeccable build quality and aggressive return to zero, making it a top choice for serious competitive shooters. Its trigger is crisp and light, and while the grip pattern is aggressive, this specific model offers improved comfort.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introducing the Atlas Titan
  2. 00:13Initial Fit and Feel
  3. 00:23Trigger Quality Assessment
  4. 00:41Atlas Pistol Pricing and Market
  5. 01:01Target Audience: Serious Hobbyists
  6. 01:35Planned 10,000 Round Review
  7. 01:52Comparison with Staccato HD
  8. 02:20Glock 47 as a Service Pistol
  9. 02:34Optic Choice: SRO
  10. 02:44Living the 2011 Journey
  11. 03:04Ambivalence Towards 2011s
  12. 03:32Low-Drama Atlas Journey Expected
  13. 03:50Ambivalent Excitement
  14. 04:03Shooting for Enjoyment
  15. 04:27Perfection in the Atlas Design
  16. 04:31Insane Return to Zero
  17. 04:50Reining in Aggressive Performance
  18. 05:00Impeccably Built 2011
  19. 05:15Grip Panel Comfort
  20. 05:35Aggressive Grip Pattern
  21. 05:51Shaved Grip for Comfort
  22. 06:02Not Swapping Grip Panels
  23. 06:06Magazine Hang-Up
  24. 06:28Included Bag
  25. 06:36Order Wait Times
  26. 06:50The World Isn't Fair
  27. 07:01Appreciating the Bling
  28. 07:04Future Drill Supercut
  29. 07:13Nighthawk Sand Hawk Suggestion
  30. 07:20Disinterest in Nighthawk
  31. 07:29Atlas Titan vs. Masterpiece DS9
  32. 07:42Defender XL Optic Size
  33. 07:58Factory Safety Options
  34. 08:02Personal Preference on Safeties
  35. 08:07Thumb Clearance on Shielded Safety
  36. 08:19No Need for Shielded Safety
  37. 08:23Dealer Wait Times
  38. 08:27Ben Stoeger Treatment
  39. 08:32Sweet Looking Pistol
  40. 08:35Limited Optics Use Case
  41. 08:4010K Update from Range
  42. 08:49MasterPiece Arms DS9 Experience
  43. 09:03Shot the DS9
  44. 09:07Compromised Review Concerns
  45. 09:11Special Treatment from Atlas
  46. 09:15Atlas Sales Impact
  47. 09:19Channel Preference: Equal Acquisition
  48. 09:26Reservations About Review Validity
  49. 09:28This is a Blem Gun
  50. 09:34Shaved Grip and Goofy Colors
  51. 09:44Compromises for Faster Delivery
  52. 09:48Transparency in Gun Acquisition
  53. 09:51Buying a Glock at a Shields
  54. 09:58Ordering Staccato Off Website
  55. 10:04Skepticism About Special Attention
  56. 10:11Un-Zeroed Gun Example
  57. 10:18Ronin 507 Comp Optic
  58. 10:24Best Optic of All Time?
  59. 10:27Limited Optics Division
  60. 10:33Potential for Limited Optics
  61. 10:33Atlas Extra Work?
  62. 10:42No Apparent Differences
  63. 10:46Fitted Similar to Other Atlas Pistols
  64. 10:55Recoil Spring and Trigger Weight
  65. 10:58Recoil Spring Weight Not Set
  66. 11:00Expected Recoil Spring Weight
  67. 11:03Trigger Weight Estimate
  68. 11:13Feel in the Trigger
  69. 11:17Not Used To vs. Not Liking
  70. 11:23Striker Fire to 1911 Transition
  71. 11:27Hated Shooting 1911 Initially
  72. 11:31Distinguishing Preference
  73. 11:34Separate Video for Preference Discussion
  74. 11:41Hair Conditioner and Soft Hands
  75. 11:45Vision Focus
  76. 11:48Voodoo Priest Thoughts
  77. 11:55Many Can Build Good 2011s
  78. 12:14Prodigy Thoughts
  79. 12:17Need to Buy a Prodigy
  80. 12:25Sexy Gun
  81. 12:32Magwell Polish/Bevel
  82. 12:35Magwell Pain Point
  83. 12:39Dislike About Atlas Pistol
  84. 12:41Magwell Appears Different
  85. 12:52Edge on the Bevel
  86. 13:00Suspects Magwell Will Be Better
  87. 13:03Will Grind Magwell if Needed
  88. 13:11Bullet Weight for Price Point
  89. 13:15Guessing 124 Grain
  90. 13:22Bullet Weight Not Price Determined
  91. 13:26Fast Impulse Preference
  92. 13:32Preferred Bullet Weights (115/124)
  93. 13:36115 Grains Fine with Titan Weight
  94. 13:41Titans Shot with 115 Grains
  95. 13:48Gun Weight and Slide Reciprocation
  96. 13:56Preference for Soft 147 Grain Load
  97. 14:07Atlas Emis Suggestion: 124 Grain Blazer Brass
  98. 14:14Good Factory Ammunition
  99. 14:18Can it Do Sig Things?
  100. 14:21Hope it Doesn't Just Go Off
  101. 14:26No Shielded Safety Fail
  102. 14:29Dislike of Shielded Safety Look
  103. 14:37Shielded Safety Serves No Purpose
  104. 14:42Drop Safe Without Shielded Safety
  105. 14:45Living Dangerously
  106. 14:51Nice Pistol, Not for Heroes
  107. 14:56Need a Staccato
  108. 15:00Intervention: Spending on Guns
  109. 15:03Accountant Agrees on Spending
  110. 15:08Not from Jealousy
  111. 15:14Didn't Know Gun Existed
  112. 15:14Like Spending Money
  113. 15:17Justifying as Business Expenses
  114. 15:23Can't Take it With You
  115. 15:28Comments on the Atlas
  116. 15:32Full Review Coming
  117. 15:36Fun Ahead

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the initial impressions of the Atlas Titan pistol?

The Atlas Titan pistol is praised for its impeccable build quality and aggressive return to zero. The trigger is crisp, reliable, and light. Its premium price point positions it for serious hobbyists, particularly in disciplines like USPSA.

How does the Atlas Titan's grip ergonomics feel?

The Atlas Titan features an aggressive triangle grip pattern. While this can be painful for some, this specific model has been shaved down for improved comfort, which the speaker finds very pleasing.

What is the expected performance and testing plan for the Atlas Titan?

The pistol is noted for its insane return to zero, requiring shooter discipline. The speaker plans to put 10,000 rounds through it to provide a comprehensive review, comparing it against other high-end firearms like the Staccato HD.

What bullet weights does the speaker recommend for the Atlas Titan?

For a fast impulse and quick sight recovery, the speaker prefers 115 or 124-grain bullets. He found 115 grains worked well with the Titan model, balancing the gun's weight and slide reciprocation effectively.

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