Hey guys, thanks for checking out this video on ammunition. Here we cover considerations related to standard pressure, +P, and the new M1152 ammo. Trevor gives an overview of the FBI testing protocol and what it means for your defense ammo selection. Enjoy!
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Technical Tuesday – How to Clean a Gun
Gun cleaning is a religious experience for some and a “never tried it before” for others. It should be a fast process that hits the areas that matter and focuses on reliability, not museum quality restoration. Here we do a quickie on how to clean a gun. Use what you’ve got. If you’re looking for […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – Firing Pin
Here’s an overview of the different generations of firing pins in our pistols. We also cover a very common mistake during reassembly that can impact reliability. If you’re looking for products featured in this video, you can find them below: Cleaning Mat Armorers Tool Round Tip Firing Pin MR/DR/XR Round Tip Firing Pin CR Rectangle […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – What is the Shadow Systems Backstrap System?
How does the Shadow Systems backstrap actually change the point of aim? How do I select the right backstrap? Here we talk through the system and why it works. We also lay out the process for selecting the right backstrap for you. If you’re looking for products featured in this video, you can find them […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – How to Break Your Gun
Cody joins Trevor for a quick discussion of the top three most common “oops” customer service calls as of February 2023. Avoiding these mistakes will help keep your gun in your hands and out of our shop. Stay safe everyone! If you have a question for our Technical Support team that we didn’t answer […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – DR920P vs DR920L vs DR920 with Compensator
Now that the DR920L and the Thread-On Compensator have joined our product line, you have lots of long top end, low recoil options. Here we compare the option of putting a thread on comp on a DR920, to a complete DR920L or DR920P pistol. There are a several considerations regarding recoil control, muzzle blast, versatility, […]
Continue readingShadow Systems Releases Long-Slide Full-Size DR920L
Las Vegas, NV (January, 2023) – American pistol manufacturer Shadow Systems has announced the release of its newest pistol, the DR920L, at SHOT Show 2023. The DR920L is built on same frame as the brand’s top-selling duty-role 9mm, the DR920, and features a lengthened top end. Shadow Systems’ DR920L adds a full sight radius […]
Continue readingShadow Systems Launches Thread-On Compensator
Las Vegas, NV (January, 2023) – Shadow Systems kicks off the 2023 SHOT Show by introducing a Thread-On Compensator to fit their 9mm pistols with threaded barrels. The Compensator is designed to fit seamlessly with the slide design for the existing MR920, DR920, and XR920 pistol lines from Shadow Systems; it fits all […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – SHOT Show 2023!
Hey everyone! We can’t wait to show you some of our new products next week at Shot Show. Please tune into YouTube and Instagram for all the coverage of our new releases. If you are headed to Vegas make sure to visit us at Booth 41522. You can catch all of our live coverage from […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – Holosun EPS/EPSC/K-Model Spacer and Trevor’s Hand
At last! We now offer a Holosun EPS/EPSC/K-model spacer for our MR/DR/XR platforms. The kit includes two screws used for installation and the spacer. It provides a nice lower 1/3 co-witness and a slick, seamless appearance. Be sure to follow mounting instructions and pick up some Loctite 243 from our website for proper installation. Link […]
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