If one malfunctioned during the face-off, we would attempt to correct the problem at the range. We then field-stripped, cleaned and lubricated each pistol-the only maintenance they received. Once we received our test pistols, my wife, Becky, and I zeroed each from an MTM K-Zone rest at 15 yards and were pleased to see that all four were capable of producing groups 2 inches or less in size. Three of the guns-the EAA, Sig and Walther-also have extended, reversible magazine releases while the Springfield’s is ambidextrous. In addition, the Sig and Walther magazines have extended basepads to ensure they are seated completely. The Springfield is the only gun with interchangeable backstraps as well as a loaded-chamber indicator.įast reloading is a must for competition, and for this reason the EAA, Sig and Walther all have magazine well funnels while Springfield’s entry has a flared magazine well opening. Race Gun PistolsĮach race gun featured checkered or textured grip frames for enhanced recoil control, and the EAA and Walther have removable grip panels. The EAA has an ambidextrous thumb safety, and the Sig Sauer depends solely on the longish stroke of its flat-faced trigger. The Springfield has a similar trigger-mounted safety in addition to a grip safety.
The Walther has a paddle in the face of its trigger that must be depressed before the trigger can be pulled. The safety arrangements also differ to a marked degree. The other three guns are striker-fired pistols. The EAA stands out with a traditional fixed front post as well as a double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger arrangement. While some might feel comparing them is unfair, we thought it would be interesting to see if the pistols’ weights made a difference in the final scores.Īll four have fully adjustable rear sights while the Sig, Springfield and Walther feature fiber-optic front sights. First of all, the Sig and Springfield utilize polymer frames and steel sides while the EAA and Walther are all steel. These pistols have a number of similarities and an equal number of differences. You only have to meet “minor” power factor requirements as well, so we chose only 9mm pistols: the European American Armory (EAA) Witness Elite Stock II, Sig Sauer P320 XFive Coyote, Springfield XD-M 5.25” and Walther Q5 Match Steel Frame (SF) Pro. In other words, each gun must be as close to factory stock as possible with iron sights, no barrel porting or compensators or weights, and only 10 rounds of ammo in each magazine. Of course, there are various action pistol disciplines, but we decided to restrict our test to those guns that are “legal” for USPSA’s Production division. For this reason, when our editor broached the idea of using such pistols in our next “Battle Royale,” it took me about half a second to tell him “That’s a great idea!” I’ve been an avid competitor since the 1980s, so I wholeheartedly approve of these advances in the handguns used in the sport today. Proudly manufactured by American workers in Novi, Michigan.Woman in Palatine, Illinois Holds Intruder at Gunpoint Race Gun Battle Royale Sold in 250 round packages - buy bulk and save with tiered pricing discounts! This is a TRUE match grade cartridge you can depend on to get you that extra edge.ĩmm 147 grain ammunition is naturally subsonic, making it a perfect choice for use with silencers and suppressors. Guaranteed to meet power factor requirements (125) out of any 4.25" or longer barrel pistol, or we'll refund your match fee. As with all of our ammunition, these are 100% hand inspected using precision cut gauges to ensure functionality in custom pistols commonly found in competition including those manufactured by STI, Cheeley Custom, Hayes Custom Guns, and others. Used by all our sponsored competitive shooters including Matt Koopikka, Nick Molina, Rick Birdsall, and others. We team these up with our proven 147 grain projectiles, Federal primers, and a special slow burning extruded powder designed specifically for low recoil.
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