Stribog SP9A3 Redemption or Fail?

Published on February 15, 2021
Duration: 23:29

This video details the process of upgrading the Grand Power Stribog SP9A3 with an improved bolt and magazine followers. The reviewer highlights the differences between the original and upgraded components, emphasizing how these changes address potential wear and reliability issues. After installing the upgrades and conducting a 2000-round test, the firearm demonstrated zero malfunctions, indicating a significant improvement in performance.

Quick Summary

The Grand Power Stribog SP9A3 features a delayed roller lock bolt system that reduces recoil and muzzle rise, making it softer shooting than the SP9A1. Upgrades to the bolt and magazine followers, including steel-reinforced feed lips and black followers, have been shown to resolve previous reliability issues, with a 2000-round test yielding zero malfunctions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Stribog SP9A3 Review
  2. 01:03Stribog History & Evolution (A1, Gen 2, A3)
  3. 01:23SP9A3 Delayed Roller Lock Bolt Explained
  4. 02:00Price Point and Value of the Stribog
  5. 02:12Reliability Concerns: Magazines and Bolts
  6. 02:25Magazine Upgrades: Steel Feed Lips & Followers
  7. 02:47Bolt Issues and Grand Power's Exchange Program
  8. 03:12Initiating the Redemption Video Project
  9. 03:49Magazine Loading Difficulty
  10. 04:14Comparison: Stribog vs. CZ EVO 3
  11. 04:35Bolt and Follower Replacement Process Overview
  12. 05:07Full Disclosure: Ammunition and Gear Provided
  13. 06:01Installing the New Upgraded Bolt
  14. 06:35Comparing Old vs. New Stribog Bolts
  15. 08:43Reassembling the Stribog with New Bolt
  16. 09:29Magazine Follower Replacement (Brief)
  17. 09:44Bellum Ammunition Provided for Testing
  18. 10:02Range Day: 2000 Rounds of Testing
  19. 11:03Visualizing the 2000 Rounds
  20. 11:29First Magazine Firing
  21. 17:17Conclusion of 2000-Round Test
  22. 17:31Results: Zero Malfunctions with Upgrades
  23. 17:52Testing Old Magazines: One Malfunction
  24. 18:23Recoil and Shooting Dynamics (SP9A3 vs SP9A1)
  25. 19:26Return Rates and Manufacturer Responsiveness
  26. 20:12Overall Satisfaction with Upgrades
  27. 20:37Price Comparison: SP9A3 vs. SP9A1
  28. 21:24Final Verdict on the Stribog SP9A3
  29. 22:07Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main upgrades for the Grand Power Stribog SP9A3?

The primary upgrades for the Grand Power Stribog SP9A3 involve replacing the original bolt with an improved, more durable version and swapping out the original orange magazine followers for black ones. These changes are designed to address reported issues with bolt wear and magazine feeding reliability.

How does the SP9A3's delayed roller lock system affect shooting experience?

The SP9A3's delayed roller lock bolt system significantly reduces recoil impulse and muzzle rise compared to the SP9A1's blowback action. This makes the SP9A3 softer shooting and easier to control, with recoil felt more towards the front of the firearm.

What were the common issues with early Stribog SP9A3 magazines?

Early Stribog SP9A3 magazines sometimes experienced problems with feed lips and follower tension, leading to rounds jamming or cartridges falling out of the magazine. Upgraded magazines feature steel-reinforced feed lips and improved followers to resolve these feeding issues.

Is Grand Power offering replacements for faulty Stribog SP9A3 bolts?

Yes, Grand Power acknowledges potential wear issues with early SP9A3 bolts and offers an exchange program. They will send replacement bolts at no cost to owners experiencing excessive wear, ensuring the firearm's long-term reliability.

What was the reliability of the Stribog SP9A3 after the upgrades and extensive testing?

After installing the upgraded bolt and black magazine followers, the Grand Power Stribog SP9A3 demonstrated exceptional reliability, firing 2000 rounds without a single malfunction. This indicates the upgrades effectively resolved previous performance concerns.

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