Testing the Alien - The Most Expensive Handgun I've Ever Shot

Published on January 22, 2024
Duration: 15:12

Brandon Herrera reviews the Laugo Alien, a high-end 9mm handgun, highlighting its unique gas-delayed blowback system and exceptionally low recoil. He tests its reliability with various ammunition types and compares its performance and ergonomics against the Staccato XC and his Glock 43X EDC. The review covers the Alien's premium features, including its non-reciprocating top rail and excellent trigger.

Quick Summary

The Laugo Alien features a unique gas-delayed blowback system and a fixed barrel, resulting in exceptionally low recoil. It includes a non-reciprocating top rail for optics and boasts one of the best triggers for a non-exposed hammer pistol.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Laugo Alien - The Expensive Handgun
  2. 00:40Reliability Test: Cheap Ammo?
  3. 01:42Alien Features & Accessories
  4. 03:36Unique Manual of Arms & Trigger
  5. 05:23Ammo Terminal Effects Demo
  6. 08:00Internal Mechanics: Gas System Explained
  7. 11:07Laugo Alien vs. Staccato XC vs. Glock 43X

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Laugo Alien's recoil system unique?

The Laugo Alien utilizes a gas-delayed blowback system with a fixed barrel. This design is engineered to significantly reduce felt recoil, making it one of the flattest-shooting handguns available.

What are the key features of the Laugo Alien kit?

The Laugo Alien comes in a comprehensive kit including a hard case, extra magazines, and interchangeable top rails. These rails allow for easy mounting of iron sights or red dot optics, with a non-reciprocating design for the optic.

How does the Laugo Alien's trigger compare to other handguns?

According to Brandon Herrera, the Laugo Alien's trigger is exceptionally good, considered one of the best triggers available for a pistol that does not feature an exposed hammer.

Is the Laugo Alien reliable with different types of ammunition?

During testing, the Laugo Alien demonstrated reliability even when fed cheaper, steel-cased 9mm ammunition like Wolf, indicating it can handle a variety of rounds without significant malfunctions.

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