Try Before You Buy Test: Trigger Reset Differences

Honest Outlaw, with over a decade of firearm reviewing experience and 1200+ videos, details five popular pistols he would never carry. The review covers the KelTec P50, Derya DY9, Walther PPK, Taurus G3C, and Diamondback DB9, highlighting specific design flaws, reliability issues, and ergonomic problems. He offers alternative recommendations for each category, emphasizing value and performance.

This review details a 500-round reliability test of the Smith & Wesson M&P9 1.0, a law enforcement trade-in pistol. The experienced instructor found the firearm to be reliable, with zero malfunctions, though noted occasional slide-lock issues attributed to grip. Recommendations for aftermarket upgrades like flat-faced triggers and red dot sights are provided.

This video provides a comparative review between the Sig Sauer P365 XMacro and the Glock 19, focusing on ergonomics, features, and trigger performance. The reviewer, Johnny Q, an established firearms influencer, highlights the P365 XMacro's slim profile, integrated compensator, and crisp trigger reset as significant advantages over the Glock 19's bulkier design. The comparison emphasizes modern features versus traditional reliability.

This review of the Fusion Firearms XP Pro 3C at SHOT Show 2026 highlights its compact, all-metal 1911 design. Expert Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical details its compatibility with Glock 19 magazines, integrated magwell, RMR/RMSC optic readiness, and a 3-inch barrel. The pistol is praised for its ergonomics and a trigger with minimal take-up and short reset, aiming for a sub-$1,500 price point with an anticipated release in late April/early May.

This review of the FN 309 MRD by Honest Outlaw focuses on practical shooting performance. The shooter demonstrates effective recoil management and trigger reset with iron sights during rapid fire. Transitioning to a red dot optic, the video highlights the pistol's accuracy and speed in target acquisition, showcasing its capabilities as a micro-compact firearm. Honest Outlaw's high authority level is evident in their practical and performance-oriented assessment.

This review of the Sig P226 X Legion SAO highlights its Single Action Only trigger, optics-ready slide with co-witnessing sights, and overall reliability. The reviewer, Honest Outlaw, notes the pistol's excellent trigger, estimated at 2.5-3 lbs, and its accuracy at distances up to 85 yards. Despite a slightly long trigger reach for some, the P226 platform's proven reliability and the SAO variant's performance make it a strong contender for duty or home defense.

This video provides expert guidance from Instructor Mike on how an Illinois concealed carrier should comply with police during a traffic stop. It details maintaining officer safety, proper disclosure of a concealed firearm, and presenting identification and permits from a lanyard to avoid sudden movements. The instructor emphasizes proactive communication and adherence to safety protocols taught in his courses.

Instructor Mike, identified as a Firearms Instructor, provides expert guidance on secure firearm storage within a vehicle. He strongly advocates for carrying the firearm on your person as the most secure method, with shoulder holsters presented as a viable alternative. The video explicitly discourages several common but unsafe storage locations, including between seats, sun visors, door pockets, near the steering column, center consoles, and glove boxes, highlighting the risks associated with each.

This video from Instructor Mike critiques an off-duty officer's poor tactical choices while working a side job. Key takeaways include the dangers of wearing a hoodie that obstructs peripheral vision and the risks associated with using earbuds that diminish auditory awareness. Instructor Mike emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness even when off-duty or in a secondary role.

This video demonstrates a traffic stop scenario involving Instructor Mike and a Chicago police officer. It highlights the importance of maintaining visible hands during an interaction and provides a practical example of how to communicate effectively with law enforcement. The officer issues a warning for a missing license plate, emphasizing the need for proper vehicle documentation.