@TheRange: STI Hex Tactical

Published on March 18, 2021
Duration: 12:38

This video features Justin Opinion spending quality time with his STI Hex Tactical 2011 pistol at the range. While the pistol is praised for its shootability and competition potential, the review highlights issues with two 21-round magazines experiencing follower problems, leading to failures to feed. The instructor plans to disassemble and clean the magazines to resolve these issues.

Quick Summary

The STI Hex Tactical 2011 is a 9mm double-stack pistol designed for competition and self-defense. It features a hybrid frame, a 4.25-inch bull barrel, and typical sights include a blacked-out rear and red fiber optic front. Range testing revealed magazine follower issues requiring disassembly and cleaning.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction to STI Hex Tactical
  2. 00:33Review Assignment and Personal Favorite
  3. 01:10Setting Up for Shooting
  4. 01:24Pistol Specifications: 9mm Double Stack 2011
  5. 01:39Designed for Competition and Self-Defense
  6. 01:49Magazine Capacity and Cost
  7. 02:08First Shots and Reacquaintance
  8. 02:48Shooting with and Without Gloves
  9. 03:57Magazine Follower Issue Identified
  10. 05:01Magazine Troubleshooting and Next Steps
  11. 05:25Understanding the 2011 Platform
  12. 05:50Frame Material Hybrid Construction
  13. 06:16Pistol Balance and Barrel Type
  14. 06:42Sights: Blacked Out Rear, Fiber Optic Front
  15. 06:50Past Competition Use
  16. 07:39Shooting Without Gloves - Chilly Conditions
  17. 07:56Failure to Go Fully Into Battery
  18. 08:03Magazine Follower Problem Confirmed
  19. 08:35Magazine Cleaning and Maintenance
  20. 09:25Recap: Range Day with STI Hex Tactical
  21. 09:32Magazine Performance Issues
  22. 09:57Overall Impression: Sweet Pistol
  23. 10:09Ideal for Competition Shooters
  24. 10:30STI for All Shooters
  25. 10:422011 Configuration Advantages
  26. 10:51Versatile Use Cases: Nightstand, Concealed Carry
  27. 11:01Conclusion and Future Plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the STI Hex Tactical 2011?

The STI Hex Tactical 2011 is a 9mm double-stack pistol based on the 1911 platform. It's designed for competitive shooting but is also suitable for self-defense due to its capacity and shootability.

What are the typical features of the STI Hex Tactical?

It features a hybrid frame construction with aluminum and polymer components, a short barrel (around 4.25 inches) with a bull barrel profile, and sights typically consisting of a blacked-out rear and a red fiber optic front sight.

What issues were encountered with the STI Hex Tactical magazines?

During range testing, two 21-round magazines experienced follower problems. The follower would not return to the top properly, leading to failures to feed and the pistol not going fully into battery.

How can magazine follower issues be resolved?

Magazine follower issues often require disassembling the magazine, cleaning the follower and the magazine body, and inspecting for any debris or damage. Proper reassembly and testing are crucial.

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