Who Made the Best DA/SA Pistol?

Published on February 20, 2026
Duration: 65:18

This video provides a detailed comparison of several popular DA/SA pistols, including the Beretta 92 FS and its Langdon Tactical variant, the SIG Sauer P226 Elite and X-Five Legion, and the CZ Shadow 2 Carry. The hosts evaluate each firearm across five categories: overall shooting, trigger, price, aftermarket support, and cool factor, offering insights into their performance, ergonomics, and value.

Quick Summary

This video compares popular DA/SA pistols like the Beretta 92 FS, SIG Sauer P226 Elite, and CZ Shadow 2 Carry. They are judged on shooting performance, trigger quality, price, aftermarket support, and 'cool factor' to determine the best double-action/single-action pistol.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The DA/SA Pistol Question
  2. 01:21Showdown Setup and Criteria
  3. 03:36Judging Categories Explained
  4. 06:08Beretta 92 FS: Shooting Impressions
  5. 13:05Beretta 92 FS: Scoreboard Analysis
  6. 19:57Langdon Tactical 92 Compact: Review
  7. 24:54Langdon Tactical 92 Compact: Scoreboard
  8. 28:25SIG Sauer P226 Elite: First Impressions
  9. 32:19SIG Sauer P226 Elite: Scoreboard Analysis
  10. 37:34SIG Sauer P226 X-Five Legion: Review
  11. 42:54SIG Sauer P226 X-Five Legion: Scoreboard
  12. 48:45CZ Shadow 2 Carry: Shooting Experience
  13. 56:06CZ Shadow 2 Carry: Scoreboard Analysis
  14. 64:20Part 1 Conclusion & What's Next

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main DA/SA pistols compared in the video?

The video compares the Beretta 92 FS, a Langdon Tactical 92 Compact, the SIG Sauer P226 Elite, a SIG Sauer P226 X-Five Legion, and the CZ Shadow 2 Carry. These represent key players in the double-action/single-action pistol market.

What criteria are used to judge the DA/SA pistols?

The pistols are judged on five criteria: overall shooting performance (recoil, controls, grip), trigger quality (DA and SA pull), price, aftermarket support, and 'cool factor,' with each category weighted equally.

How does the Beretta 92 FS perform in shooting and trigger categories?

The Beretta 92 FS offers good shootability with manageable recoil and a nice grip angle. However, its double-action trigger is considered not great, and its overall size is noted as being thick.

Is the SIG Sauer P226 Elite considered better than the Beretta 92 FS?

The SIG Sauer P226 Elite is rated as more fundamentally shootable than a stock Beretta 92 FS due to its thinner profile, more ergonomic grip, and user-friendly controls. Its stock trigger also surpasses the 92 FS's.

What are the key strengths and weaknesses of the CZ Shadow 2 Carry?

The CZ Shadow 2 Carry excels in ergonomics and shootability, feeling great in hand. Its weaknesses include a clunky takedown, an uncomfortable decocker direction, and a less impressive single-action trigger compared to its DA pull.

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