Beretta APX A1 Compact Shooting Impressions

[@GBGuns]

Full review with specs and pricing: www.gbgunsdepot.com/post/beretta-apx-a1-compact

[@GBGuns]

@lizzapaolia959 never trust a government that doesn't trust citizens to be properly armed.

[@cl71698]

I bought a PX4 storm compact last year , finally contacted customer support after 11 weeks and it showed up a few days later, I have submitted twice for my APX A1 and it keeps getting kicked out

[@lizzapaolia959]

You're absolutely correct in your comment. CA. Approved firearms list has been used as a method of gun control. Sad how corruption can ruin a beautiful state. Iits a place I wouldn't care to live. Hope your having a great time in Nuremberg 🙏

[@josepha6821]

My issue with this gun is that I can't find any magazines.

[@maddog8148]

Beretta truly makes an awesome firearm. They have been doing it for 500 years of perfection. 🙌🏼👍🏼🇺🇸🇮🇹💪🏼

[@daveandrews5998]

Yet another honest, informative review. Thanks for being one of the few reviewers I trust.

[@GBGuns]

Thank you. We take that trust seriously

[@Zach-ov1cd]

Hear! Hear!

[@InvidiousIgnoramus]

Yes, the modular chassis system is for military contracts. the APX was designed as Beretta's hail mary for the US Modular Handgun System program in case they were unable to convince the military to adopt M9A3s (the military didn't even bother to test it, unfortunately). I believe it is currently the sidearm for the Italian military and several other nations. Not sure if you saw my comment on the benchtop video, but the takedown lever can be removed by rotating it back to the locked position after the slide has been removed. if you look a the right side of the takedown lever you can see that it is keyed to prevent it from coming all the way out in any other position.

[@harrisla123456]

I know we were all rooting for you to shoot the swinging target successful!!! Anyone who shoots on a regular basis with a compact firearm knows it is not easy to shoot a moving target, especially if you wear glasses or contacts and the target is moving away from you and the whole world is watching. I shoot much better when no one is watching!!! (HUMOR) Enjoy your honest straight forward reviews!!

[@kenbecker8410]

I have the apx a1 full size. Flat shooter and plenty accurate. The grip feels great also.

[@badbasla]

Beautiful gun very underrated

[@alansimmons9744]

Hey guys, I loved your review, I have been pushing this gun for years, the full size version. The original APX and the A1 are great shooters, and they are amazingly accurate and dependable. I have owned all of the APX current models and I love them. I just recently sold a friend my A1 Compact that you were shooting, now I want it back because I never shot it. Thank you for this review. Beretta APX is great firearm. One other gun that is also over-looked is the SAR 9, it is also great.

[@GBGuns]

Yes, we have done a lot with the SAR9 models

[@bobcarrera3858]

This was my first GBGuns video. Excellent no-nonsense, intelligent, entertaining, and interesting review. You guys are good! I have an APX A1 full-size and I love it. I've subscribed and look forward to watching many more of your vids. Thanks!

[@GBGuns]

Thank you and welcome to the channel. If you appreciate this format you'll be pleased to know this was just one of over 400 handguns reviewed this way. Additionally please not that I separate range video from tabletop videos and both videos are typically part of a full review article. See pinned comments for article links.

[@ValiantSlothman]

Haven't seen your reviews in a little while, but I love all of the different guns you have on the channel. I'm also really liking seeing you and your wife on the channel. The banter and what not is great.

[@budjohnson2990]

I love this channel. You and Teya are great,simple,HONEST reviews.I like the way you break it down to a 2 part review. tabletop/range.I know your a BIG GP fan but you never let that stop you from giving honest reviews of OTHER manufactures and I thank you for that. Posting all these reviews is alot of work. BTW I just bought a gp P1...great gun

[@GBGuns]

Thank you. Part of the boringly-repetitive range protocol is it strips away our ability to be biased positively or negatively. The guns can speak for themselves. There may be things we like or don't like, but the performance tells of the gun's potential regardless.

[@budjohnson2990]

When I first watch your review of a grand power and saw that barrel I was drawn to the gun right off. I knew that was a QUALITY built gun.I was a precision machinist all my life,holding tolerances of +/- .0005. Anyways thank you again for great reviews

[@adamkaminski]

Your wife shoots very well, most of shots she missed were extremely close to the target, maybe the misses were because of the movement of the target, but she doesn't need to be frustrated at all. Nice review. Great gun.

[@nycgrafix]

Love mine. Beretta knows what they are doing.

[@PeeJayBrownJr]

The mags get much much better. I couldn't load them without a loader when I first got it. I have the compact and full size versions. My wife loves them too. She actually claimed the compact as her own. LOL

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Absolutely great review. Huge thanks. Miss Teya is a real trooper with the swinging target test. But she proves she can definitely shoot very well with the other tests. My youngest daughter chose this pistol as her first edc. She doesn't like the Shield, P365 size "micro" guns. Her favorite gun that I have for training has always been my M&P40C 1.0. She wanted that basic grip dimension. The price on this Beretta and my confidence in Beretta drew her to this over the more expensive S&W, Sig & Walther options. We are all extremely impressed with it overall. We don't care for the take down. But the ergos and overall shooting experience is top shelf for sure. Once we all learned the trigger we really like it. Thank you again for the encouraging review. I am more comfortable with her decision.

[@JacksonWalter735]

Always nice to have a video to watch right before bed.

[@anthonysmith5530]

My wife and I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for everything 😊

[@GBGuns]

Thank you

[@Zach-ov1cd]

At first I was thinking: Teya can also have a ick day at the range - then she shot circle number 3... and 4 and 5 😄 Liked: "... I don't care, I like it." Wow! circle 9. Liked: "This is not my favorite game to play." BUT SHE DID 😂 Nice accuracy test shooting y'all. Having a man and a woman's perspective on the same gun in the same video: priceless. Even though you're each only a sample size of one it's still, IMO, great for the community. Good on ya!

[@pleasebekindtwnty4sven]

What a fantastic review. You both have me sold on this gun.

[@GBGuns]

Thank you

[@jamesalbin6194]

I think it's a great gun and they do feel good in hand. I bought a Beretta APX A1 CARRY and that's been like three years ago and I never got my $50 rebate.

[@owenjohnson3985]

In my experience with the apex-platform is that it was made to compete with all the world guns as a mild test I carried in my pool for a summer I have several defensive firearms and I trust this one most if I’m in inclement weather with submersion I do believe the army should’ve went with the apex platform . The disassembly can be tough if you are going to change the chassis . It’s a sleeper for sure I bought the new apex a1 at launch I got the full size as I already have the 92fs , apex centurion, px4storm , and apex a1 fs the field strip is easy the full takedown can be a bit frustrating but not un bearable. Quick note you don’t need to take the chassis out all the time either so it’s take down is simple rotate takedown lever by pressing the opposite side while twisting the lever it can be done in a rapid manner with no drama

[@Scott079]

Don’t get your hopes up of having your rebate anytime soon, I bought my Beretta APX A1 tactical back in August and still have not got my $100 rebate. I’m at the point where I’m gonna contact my attorney general’s office because it’s bullshit that it’s been since August and I still haven’t received it

[@nookbandit]

Sorry to hear that, it took 8 weeks to get mine

[@v.german11b]

I got my rebate after about 8 weeks or so, too. No complains.

[@JD-tn5lz]

The standard question is...have you contacted Beretta USA and what do they say?

[@Scott079]

@@JD-tn5lz I emailed them on Sunday and have not heard a word yet, I had talked to them probably three or four months ago, and I will look into it, and then never heard back from them

[@gswguy4554]

I haven’t gotten mine either.

[@surewill5141]

I'm getting! I Stumble across this gun 🔫 and gotta have it... and the new springfield mod.3

[@robertkimbrell4324]

I own the full size, and getting the 17th round in was extremely difficult the first few times I loaded them. It got easier by the 4th or 5th time I loaded them

[@MegaOatman]

Love watching these two ! Great videos. Just have to figure if I want the compact or full ?😊

[@justanotherpatriot7873]

Great way to start my day! This is a great bargain too I think as far as the asking price. Not a bad looking gun, and as long as it's reliable, I can get over the take down procedure. Great video as always you two.

[@Bobby-m5i]

Awesome Video. Just bought this and the apx a1 carry. Can’t wait to try both, especially the compact

[@d2indy]

Wish I could find one that works like the ones in all the reviews. Found (1) compact at a gun store and it had the crappiest trigger I've ever tested on a pistol. Mushy pull & release with side to side wiggle as a bonus. Made my Smith Shield Gen 1 trigger feel high quality in comparison.

[@killacoiler1707]

In all fairness it is manufactured by the oldest firearms manufacturer in the world. With 498 years of continual service under their belt one would surely assume they would know a thing or two about manufacturing a quality firearm. The interesting thing about Beretta is that their pricing still remains very reasonable when you consider the average price of a premium brand polymer pistol from other long term players in the game. I have seen the APX models retailing in the high 300s to low 400 dollar range which makes it an impeccable value. On another note, I have always found Beretta pistols to be ergonomically pleasing and easy to shoot. I believe that there is some brilliance behind their designs that seems to instill a higher degree of competency in anyone who picks up one of their firearms and inherently makes them a better shooter overall.

[@johndeere1951a]

Great analysis as usual. Polymer Flexible Flyer's and the cursed dingus triggers. I'm collecting metal Sig Sauer now after tasting polymer. Best of breed polymer are VP9's, PDP's, even Steyr with their adjustable back straps and side panels. It's all about ergonomics after all. Right coast 48.5 miles from Sig Sauer HQ.☮️🇺🇲

[@craigslue]

Checkout their tactical version. Looks like the green vp 9 tactical.

[@miketaylorID1]

The APX A1 compact is a sleeper - my EDC - It is definitely a trigger that is made to be pulled through and not staged. It is in every way a defensive firearm

[@bbmw9029]

This gun has a couple of natural competitors as a potential CCW gun. I'm thinking of the M&P M2.0 9mm 3.6" Optics ready, and the Hellcat Pro. In addition, I might also look at the SIG P365 XMacro Tacops (or non-Tacops also.) How would you compare this gun to any / all of those, specifically as a carry gun?

[@lizzapaolia959]

Outstanding video of yours. We. Hope you both are having a great time in Nuremberg Germany 🙏. God bless 🙏

[@chrisdjernaes9658]

Great review. Can you do a comparison between beretta’s APX CC and Px4 CC? How does a rotating barrel affect the performance and experience? 🍻

[@chrispierce1988]

Scooch has a review on this gun and shows the chaste system being removed.

[@richdubbya]

I have 3 of these. 1 A1, 1 A0 andca Centurion. I grew to love these after getting used to the triggers. They're just different than say, a Glock. Im interested in your thoughts on the trigger. I can see you both loved the ergos, an APX strong point.

[@MkArms1997]

Same , I have a regular full size apx a1’s and two of the tactical full size 😁 next I’m gonna get a compact and the compact tactical they are amazing guns for the price

[@jprice541]

I have this gun I'm so glad you didn't call it a Budget gun Great video

[@GBGuns]

We do our best to treat all firearms equally until they demonstrate a reason to do otherwise.

[@Swampytheroot]

Nice review. I have the full size model that I placed an insanely low bid on and won (pre covid). At that time, I picked up 12 magazines at nine bux each(!) for factory 17rd. I guess NOBODY was buying them at that time. Gun and 15 mags total was about three fifty. The trigger on mine is stellar. As in CZ or Canik clean with a very short reset. Have you tried the full-size to know how this compact compares?

[@GBGuns]

That was a steal! We haven't tried the full size yet but are interested

[@bigbass421]

As usual, great reviews- I never miss any! I had a Beretta APX Centurion compact. Had. It's the only gun I've ever sold. I NEVER knew where the gun was hitting. Shooting it, was fine, no malfunctions, the trigger was decent, but even with splatter targets, I just could never shoot it well. I never did find out why. All my other pistols, are quite good. I am hesitant to purchase another APX, I'd rather focus on another gun, like a Grand Power K 100. P.S., I now have about 300 rounds through my Q100- it's the most accurate gun I own, but it stovepipes a LOT, with all kinds of ammo- all brass... making it unsuitable for EDC. I'm hoping it breaks in after a third range trip- but it really shouldn't be doing that. My Q1 does not suffer from the same issue.

[@rogermurphey7444]

Yesterday I just purchased one. I hope I don't have any problem with the $100 rebate. I Hurd it takes upto 8 weeks for the rebate. Does anyone know if it's automatic when you purchase the firearm. Or do you need to let Burreta know and send them a cope of the recent??? Thanks so much. GB. Thanks for the review 😊

[@glennw5095]

Took the full 8 weeks for the rebate...

[@toddparsons2980]

Great review of this pistol. Thanks guys 👍

[@shootsouthpaw7771]

The chassis removal is super easy. As for why take it out if you're not changing the grip module, deep cleaning. Popping out the chassis and letting it sit in some clp while cleaning the grip frame is great. Having owned stainless guns forever you can see dirt in tight spaces. You don't see it in black polymer guns but knowing it's there drives me crazy. 😂

[@garetz2011]

Anticipation... when I was younger and much more stupid I didn't anticipate. I didn't anticipate a single shot in 1990, 1991 or 1992. 27 years later, much heavier and wiser, I believe any shot can end up on a huge explosion with steel fragments flying everywhere and I just can't stop flinching.

[@GBGuns]

It's a reality

[@bbazzracing]

How does it compare to the 3.6" M2.0 with the new trigger? Been trying to decide between these two?

[@MkArms1997]

You should try out the apx compact tactical next!

[@budjohnson2990]

love your website

[@GBGuns]

Thank you. It's a lot of work, but a good home for information that just doesn't work well on video.

[@jiheem2006]

8:51 What does slide "bottom-out" mean🤔... Is that a car metaphor, like when the shocks compress all the way u feel the car hit the bottom, so the gun spring compress all the way and the sli3hit the frame.

[@GBGuns]

Great description, yes the slide travels as far back as physically possible and comes to a stop hitting the rear most point of travel. This impact is generally where most of your perceived recoil comes from. If it can be avoided the gun feels like it shoots softer.

[@jiheem2006]

@GBGuns thanks for the reply, I just took an educated guess.

[@ronmartblog]

Tell your dad 🙌🏻 - glad to see that target not fall apart

[@JD-tn5lz]

Good video. Thank you. Looks like a fine sidearm and a great shooter. Essential message to gun shoppers and to shooters in general... Always build your budget to purchase a firearm that was built to a high standard instead of just buying a gun that was assembled to a pricepoint. "Made in Tukiye", are you listening?

[@taracarrow9977]

I am curious if Teya would rather carry it or the Walther F 3.5?

[@GBGuns]

She says neither, they're both too heavy for her

[@taracarrow9977]

@@GBGuns what is her pick for carry now? I recall she had a shield at one point but sounded like she didn't like the trigger.

[@GBGuns]

@@taracarrow9977 these days she carries a Canik MC9

[@taracarrow9977]

@@GBGuns on my list as well. I love the Walther PDP compact or F and the way they feel but they are bulky for sure. Thanks for the replies.

[@rccoachwenger]

Would you say this is in the "26x" range of a longer grip and shorter barrel ? S&W has one that is 3.6 compact and it's like a big 43x or what I assume a 26x would be. Sad Glock won't ever make it.

[@v.german11b]

I got me the Beretta APX A1 4" barrel full size 4.25" barrel. I like it, but I prefer my Walther PDP F-series 4" compact for carry over the Beretta.

[@GBGuns]

Why do you prefer the PDP?

[@v.german11b]

@@GBGuns The PDP F-series. Because it has a smoother consistent trigger pull. It makes a difference in improving accuracy.

[@michaeljones5986]

Went shooting yesterday with my APX A1 Compact, and it shot nicely but failed to eject the last round fired repeatedly, even with other shooters trying it. Bad ectractor?

[@The3OfSwords]

Any way you could get a PSA micro dagger C? It's a glock 48 clone with a comp integrated into the slide. Like the sig macro, except unlike the sig It's 400$

[@GBGuns]

We may buy one if our Patrons want us to review one. They help fund the channel so they decide.

[@SB-mw1bg]

This gun appears to be quite accurate, and it shoots flat. I have owned the APX centurion, and it was comfortable in the hand.

[@bobsanders8030]

Very thorough. Thank you.

[@BT2SS]

So which “heavily marketed gun that takes down much easier” are you “worried about the longevity of”???

[@happyhaunter_5546]

not much of a brand loyalty person, usually look at individual models; but I love Beretta almost always for some reason; possible bias because I loved my M9 in the Navy and shoot my Wilson Combat 92G better than anything just due to all the practice I have with em.

[@elijahbrooks8589]

I bought the FS to try some competition shooting don’t like this gun the sights are ok but the trigger is so wide it’s like a Kahr I have trouble interacting

[@owenjohnson3985]

Who is taking their modular firearms down to the chassis ? Frame slide barrel spring magazine that’s it I hear people complain about the take down , I not only recommend this fire arm as a first gun I often carry it while range training

[@MrZonacat1]

I have the full size and like it.

[@SeeJojoSenpai]

can you please do a comparison test with Beretta APX A1 and Ruger Max 9 thank you for budget minded folks😁

[@benhicks7238]

Where do you get your paper targets?

[@MrBuckeye63]

This pistol is on my radar Actually the Fullsize… I like a longer grip .. crazy .. my small hands like longer grips …

[@nastymkfan]

I hope this becomes CA compliant.

[@lizzapaolia959]

I don't think it meets the requirements for the approved firearms list in CA. Unfortunately CA has been using that list as a form of gun control. It's a fantastic pistol as my husband and I have the full size and compact. Thank you for sharing your comment 🙏

[@michaelkeough9507]

Would you do a review on the Savage Stance MC9

[@GBGuns]

We have reviewed the MC9, but Savage has been shy about the Stance. Considering the Stance is a rebranded HonorGuard, I'm sure it's a decent gun.

[@captainJack1960]

THANKS I WILL BUY NOW

[@5Ring]

Huge by today's carry standards. I love Beretta though. My 92 series pistols are my favorite range pistols, would never carry one concealed though. Too big, just like this one.

[@triggerman1092]

Im gonna get this

[@Edward-wd5gl]

I have to keep hitting subscribe for your channels 😮. They are being suggested still but I have to keep resubing.

[@GBGuns]

Sounds like KZbin suppressing. We have an email list on our website and of course Patrons get first views. Thank you for continuing to fight

[@user-jetmachinist]

My apx gen1 full size is more accurate . Maybe a red dot will make it more accurate. Thanks for the review.

[@3.eyes.open.]

11:46 she pulls every one of the shots that are loaded a little hotterv

[@GBGuns]

It had been several months since she's shot, and she has a recoil sensitive wrist

[@charles17508]

Tia is a bad ass shot oregon girls kick ass .

[@hermitrob5481]

Maglula. Been under rock?

[@mikejaan66]

$100 off compacts and $50 off carry’s until March 31 guys!

[@coastalpoodlerescue]

😊😊👍👍

[@m.watson708]

I beg your finest pardon? Circle #3 is what now ? 😂😂

[@bagel411]

Cool

[@haroldwillrich9046]

Every single time theses reviewers mentioned Glocks makes go out and other gun to buy that's not a Glocks.

[@3Pillers]

👍

[@michaelphillips1532]

Did get my $100 rebate, but wish I would get all my money back cause this thing is a paper weight and will live the rest of its years in the bottom of my gun safe. Tried cycling several 100 rounds and Couldn’t get a single round to cycle with multiple ammo types and grain variants. Beretta customer service is abysmal or none existent. Glad our service men and women weren’t subjected to this garbage.

[@wayneaubrecht9247]

I'll take the Beretta APX handguns over Glock all day every day.

[@charlesbeall2589]

Too bad it doesn't have a LEFT side🤔

[@GBGuns]

Welcome, you must be new to the channel. We separate shooting from tabletop into two videos. It sounds like you're looking for close-up shots. Check the pinned comment.

[@EternalityEU]

''European pistol'' The Beretta is Italian, and as Italian i don't understand why Americans say ''Europe or European thing'' as if Europe was a whole nation wtf. It is an ITALIAN pistol. Europe is only the continent.

[@GBGuns]

What do you mean by "Americans"? Are you generalizing all people on a continent?

[@EternalityEU]

​@@GBGuns (Sorry for my bad English tho) You're also right. By Americans i meant the United States, which are certainly different states, but under the American flag. But it is not the same with Europe. Every nation is totally different, we don't speak the same lenguage, we don't live under the flag of ''Europe'' but under our country's flag, we have our own history, we have our own roots. Here also in School when you talk about U.S. you will never hear about single states, but just'' In the United States ...''. In Europe it is simply not the same, you must talk about the single nation. We always hear ''I am from America, i am from U.S.'' But you will never hear ''I am from Europe'' Anyways, thanks for your video, it is helpful for me to decide the gun i must buy XD

[@MarkD.-wb3yg]

Mushy trigger… but it’s a budget gun, so… yeah

[@philliplatham4256]

👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸💯💯🔫🔫☕️☕️

[@wardroland270]

Thanks guys. Great job. Good info. God bless. LETS GO BRANDON

[@adamwebb9246]

sick of these dam comercials

[@GBGuns]

Are you talking about the ads on KZbin? They've got to make money somehow!

[@miamibeachvf]

You left out a very important part the full length rails on the chassis play an important enlarged part on how the gun shoots no other Striker fire pistol has those rails

[@timtaylor1483]

Sig Sauer has them

[@LOLATF.3]

Slap the mag In. C'MON