Atlas Gunworks | Athena Tactical 2011

Published on January 12, 2020
Duration: 14:19

This guide details advanced shooting drills demonstrated by Roger Barrera and Paul using the Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical 2011. It covers the Bill Drill for speed, the Modified El Presidente for reload proficiency, single head shots for precision under pressure, and a USPSA/IDPA-style course for overall performance. The instruction emphasizes speed, accuracy, and proper gear utilization, reflecting an expert-level approach to firearm training.

Quick Summary

The Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical 2011 is a premium 9mm pistol featuring a bull barrel, optics-ready slide, and Cheely aluminum grips. It's known for shooting 'flat' and returning to zero easily, enabling fast and accurate shooting. With an MSRP of $5100, it includes a 1-year warranty and is often paired with optics like the Trijicon SRO and lights like the SureFire X300U-B.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Range Shooting Introduction
  2. 00:35Welcome and New Year Greetings
  3. 01:04Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical 2011 Introduction
  4. 01:24Disclosure and Acquisition of Firearm
  5. 01:41Athena Tactical Key Features
  6. 02:19First Shots and Impressions
  7. 02:50Course of Fire Setup
  8. 03:44Roger's Course of Fire Run
  9. 04:27Paul's Course of Fire Run
  10. 05:14Shooting Performance and Gear Details
  11. 06:01Bill Drills
  12. 08:00Modified El Presidente Drill
  13. 10:38Single Shot to the Head Drill
  14. 12:41Pricing and Warranty Information
  15. 13:16Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical 2011?

The Athena Tactical is a 9mm 2011 pistol featuring a bull barrel, optics-ready slide with a removable iron sight plate, Atlas Tactical magwell, and Cheely aluminum grips. It offers trigger pull weights of 2 lbs (competition) or 3.5 lbs (duty).

What kind of performance can be expected from the Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical 2011?

During drills like the Bill Drill, users achieved times under 1.5 seconds for 5 rounds. The pistol is noted for shooting 'flat' and returning to zero easily, making it highly accurate and fast for competition or tactical use.

What is the price and warranty information for the Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical?

The Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical has an MSRP of $5100 and a lead time of up to 6 months. It comes with a 1-year muzzle-to-magwell warranty and a limited lifetime warranty for defects or premature wear.

What accessories were used with the Atlas Gunworks Athena Tactical in the video?

The pistol was equipped with a Trijicon SRO red dot sight and a SureFire X300U-B weapon light. It was holstered using a QVO Tactical OWB holster, paired with an RDR Gear belt and Safariland QLS/UBL system.

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