Torture Test! Sig Legion P226 vs Rex Zero 1

Published on August 29, 2016
Duration: 30:57

This video details a rigorous torture test comparing the Arex Rex Zero 1 and the Sig Sauer P226 Legion. The test involves submerging and burying the firearms in various mediums (water, sand, dirt, mud) and firing them. The Arex Rex Zero 1 demonstrated superior reliability under extreme conditions, while the Sig P226 Legion experienced significant malfunctions. The speaker, with high authority in firearm evaluation, provides a transparent, data-driven comparison.

Quick Summary

In an extreme torture test, the Arex Rex Zero 1 significantly outperformed the Sig Sauer P226 Legion. The Rex Zero 1 completed all stages involving water, sand, dirt, and mud, while the P226 Legion suffered multiple malfunctions, including a seized slide, highlighting the Arex's superior reliability under harsh conditions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Methodology
  2. 01:21Test Subjects: Rex Zero 1 vs. Sig P226 Legion
  3. 02:16Testing Protocol Details
  4. 05:13Rex Zero 1 Torture Test
  5. 08:11Sig P226 Legion Torture Test
  6. 12:21Sig P226 Legion Cleaning and Re-test
  7. 14:46Ultimate Torture Test: Rex Zero 1
  8. 17:46Ultimate Torture Test: Sig P226 Legion
  9. 21:22Final Assessment and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Sig P226 Legion perform in the torture test?

The Sig P226 Legion experienced significant issues, including failures to chamber, erratic ejection during the dirt stage, and eventually a seized slide during the ultimate sand test, indicating poor performance under extreme environmental stress.

What was the outcome of the Arex Rex Zero 1 in the torture test?

The Arex Rex Zero 1 demonstrated exceptional reliability, completing all stages of the torture test, including the demanding 'ultimate' cycle without rinsing. It only failed to lock open on the last round after the mud stage, showcasing its durability.

What was the testing methodology used in the video?

The test involved four stages: submerging in water, burying in sand, burying in topsoil, and burying in mud, with 10 rounds fired after each stage. An 'ultimate' test repeated these stages without cleaning between them.

Which pistol was more reliable in the torture test and why?

The Arex Rex Zero 1 was more reliable. Its design and finish proved more resilient to contaminants like sand and mud, allowing it to function consistently, unlike the Sig P226 Legion which succumbed to malfunctions.

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