Star B Pistol Range Review

Published on April 21, 2015
Duration: 6:22

This review of the Spanish Star B pistol details initial feeding issues attributed to a weak recoil spring. After replacement with a Wolff spring, the pistol demonstrated improved reliability across various ammunition types including Winchester White Box, Tula, PPU, and cast lead loads. The reviewer notes the tiny front sight as a drawback and observes some ammunition types ejecting cases closer to the shooter.

Quick Summary

The Spanish Star B pistol initially suffered from frequent feeding failures due to a weak recoil spring. Replacing the spring with a new one from Wolff Gunsprings resolved these issues, allowing the pistol to reliably chamber rounds. The review tested various ammunition types, including Winchester White Box, Tula, and PPU.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Star B Pistol Review
  2. 00:21Initial Range Outing & Feeding Issues
  3. 01:07Recoil Spring Replacement
  4. 01:24Second Range Trip & Sight Observation
  5. 01:33New Recoil Spring from Wolff
  6. 01:57Accuracy and Feeding Test
  7. 02:04Testing Winchester White Box Ammo
  8. 02:51Testing Tula Ammo
  9. 03:37Testing PPU Ammo
  10. 04:27Testing Cast Lead 3-Gun/USPSA Ammo
  11. 05:18Conclusion: New Spring Solved Issues
  12. 05:22Outro & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main reliability issues with the Spanish Star B pistol?

The primary reliability issue encountered with the Spanish Star B pistol was frequent feeding failures. This was caused by a weak recoil spring that did not have enough force to fully chamber the next 9mm round, often leaving the slide about a quarter-inch from its fully closed position.

How was the feeding issue with the Star B pistol resolved?

The feeding issues with the Star B pistol were resolved by replacing the original, weak recoil spring with a new one. The reviewer sourced a replacement spring from Wolff Gunsprings, which provided the necessary force to properly chamber rounds.

What types of ammunition were tested in the Star B pistol after the repair?

After replacing the recoil spring, the Star B pistol was tested with Winchester White Box, Tula, PPU (Prvi Partizan), and low-power cast lead 3-gun/USPSA ammunition. The pistol demonstrated improved reliability with all tested loads.

What is a notable drawback of the Star B pistol mentioned in the review?

A significant drawback noted by the reviewer is the pistol's front sight, which is described as 'super tiny' and 'very original GI issue.' This small sight can make accurate aiming more challenging for the shooter.

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