Joe Rogan Shoots the Genesis Gen-12 and TTI Pit Viper @joerogan

Published on March 3, 2023
Duration: 8:35

This video showcases Joe Rogan and Taran Butler demonstrating the TTI Pit Viper and Genesis Gen-12, firearms featured in John Wick 4. The drill involves transitioning between the 9mm 2011-platform Pit Viper and the 12 Gauge AR-style Gen-12 shotgun on a tactical range. Key takeaways include the Pit Viper's exceptionally low recoil due to its 'island barrel' technology and the Gen-12's reliability and familiar AR ergonomics. The discussion highlights competition performance and the preference for iron sights in certain scenarios.

Quick Summary

The TTI Pit Viper, featured in John Wick 4, boasts an 'island barrel' design with a fixed front sight that doesn't move with the slide. This innovation drastically reduces perceived recoil and allows for exceptionally fast sight acquisition, making it feel like 'cheating' due to its smoothness and stability during rapid fire.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Initial Shooting Drill
  2. 00:24John Wick 4 Firearms Introduction
  3. 00:37TTI Pit Viper Review
  4. 03:09Genesis Gen-12 Shotgun Overview
  5. 06:06Competition Performance and Iron Sights
  6. 07:14Technical Features: Island Barrel

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the TTI Pit Viper unique?

The TTI Pit Viper features an 'island barrel' design where the front sight is fixed, preventing it from moving with the slide. This innovation significantly reduces perceived recoil and allows for faster sight acquisition on subsequent shots, making it exceptionally smooth to fire.

How does the Genesis Gen-12 shotgun perform?

The Genesis Gen-12 is an AR-style 12 Gauge shotgun known for its reliability, especially with 10-round detachable magazines. It offers familiar AR ergonomics, making it comfortable for shooters accustomed to AR-15 or MPX platforms, and is suitable for tactical applications.

Which firearms were used in the movie John Wick 4?

The Taran Tactical Innovations (TTI) Pit Viper handgun and the Genesis Gen-12 shotgun are the specific models highlighted in the video as being used in the movie John Wick 4. They are showcased by Joe Rogan and Taran Butler.

What is the advantage of the 'island barrel' on the Pit Viper?

The 'island barrel' technology on the TTI Pit Viper keeps the front sight stationary while the slide cycles. This design minimizes sight movement during firing, leading to a smoother shooting experience and enabling quicker, more accurate follow-up shots.

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