7 Pistols You Can Bet Your Life On

[@wgd19671]

Great video! Disappointed no M&P’s ! You left one outside for a few months and it still shot like a champ! No greater endorsement for reliability than that!

[@FirstLast-ff7qx]

Technically thats durability.

[@DJ42487]

Yeah, Smith and Wesson have done and are doing great things in the gun market when it comes to quality, design, and innovation. The newer M&P Metal handgun that released is really a pleasure. My only personal drawback is the amazing trigger. It's amazing in terms of smoothness and reset, but I want my personal carry/duty gun to have a stiffer trigger like a Glock so there's no accidental discharges during possible highly tense lethal threat situations where one's adrenaline will be high. I mean you just put a bit of pressure down on the M&P Metal and bang! Great for the range, but not my personal carry.

[@FirstLast-ff7qx]

@@DJ42487 the metal smith with the comp is the only striker gun that has excited me in years. Im waiting a year or so n if i dont hear of major problems im gonna pick one up

[@RepentorPerish77]

On top of the torture testing by Garand where the M&P outshined all of them…it’s been adopted by law enforcement and has a very nice track record

[@stevennunez6013]

Grand thumb proved m&p’s are reliable

[@feendog2711]

RIP Paul Harrell

[@factorybear5264]

He’s waiting for us with orange soda filled pumpkins on that range up in the sky. 😇 🎃 🙏🏻

[@itisnownow-brian9575]

researching how to download all video's from his/any youtube channel now. RIP Paul, and thank you for your work!

[@peterraab3411]

Sir Harroll

[@garethoreilly6948]

RIP uncle Paul ❤🇿🇦 love from South Africa

[@russellridge8623]

Better shed of him. Not a fan.

[@joshuaslate3719]

Glad you mentioned Paul Harrell's name. I loved his work, as I'm sure you did as well Chris. Rest in peace Paul, the godfather of gun channels.

[@professionalpookie]

✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@nn-dj2nu]

Ah man, I didn't know Paul passed. RIP

[@clintwestwood1895]

I love how Outlaw always mentions the youth shelter YSS, thinking of my childhood makes me truly admire this man and people like him who try to speak for the voiceless children.

[@cabotcat1]

Glock 🤮

[@clintwestwood1895]

@@cabotcat1 what you talkin bout Willis? if you consider the totality of Glocks fame from its relatability simplicity of takedown and maintenance and even aftermarket support you must at least admire them friend.

[@IsaacIKE]

I really feel that man. I pray you've found your peace, or that you will. Jesus bless you.

[@ferrisbueller9991]

Kids really are second class citizens in a way. I mean you trade doing what you want (or having pretty much any rights... like whether you want to keep your foreskin or not) as a kid for being safeguarded. And a lot of kids don't get the second part. Sadly. But a little effort can go a very long way.

[@ronalddunne3413]

Amen.

[@MattTheBandGuy]

7. Springfield/HS Produkt Echelon -- I've got one! 6. H&K USP -- I've heard a lot of good things, but I'm not an H&K fan. 5. CZ P-07 -- I've got one! Love it! One of my favorites! 4. SIG P226 -- I have the SAO Legion. I don't need a 2011 be cause I have the P226 SAO Legion! 3. Wilson Combat 1911 -- It's a 1911. I'm not a fan, but other people like them. They can have mine. 2. S&W 686-- I have three of them. 686+ in 3", 4", and 5". Love love love them!!! 1. Glock! Yes!!! I don't have the 34, but I just like Glock. Period! Love the reviews!

[@gera2396]

I'll take your Wilson combat 😊

[@daviniadekle5840]

Have hk shots like echelon

[@andyhenderson441]

Is take 1911 over a revolver 8 days a week.

[@arnox4554]

You can make a good argument for almost all these guns on HO's list, but I swear to hell... Glock is so fucking overrated. I have seen video after video of glocks failing while other guns like an M1911 and a S&W M&P 2.0 succeed with flying colors. Now, I WILL say, I think perhaps the older Glocks may have been much more reliable than the newer models for whatever reason, but regardless, I hate how Glock gets this place of honor in so many gun lists that it really REALLY doesn't deserve. Overpriced, shitty out-of-the-box trigger, temperamental, bad finishes, lacking in features, and without any external safety. The Glock is just a joke with the only exception being, again maybe, the older models. Like gen. 3 and down. And only because they might actually have the purported reliability that glocks are supposed to have.

[@bigfootsdead]

You said we could have your 1911, all right bro I’ll take that gift 🎁 😅

[@regalesq.3687]

I would definitely add the S&W M&P 2.0

[@oldcop18]

Agree, my2.0 Compact has been 100% for several years & several hundred rounds of everything.

[@PutTheLimeInTheCoconut]

@regalesq.3687 I would put that over a wheel gun anyday of the year. This isn't the 1900s anymore

[@bestgunsreview]

I'm as sure as you

[@waterboy239]

Yep love my m&p

[@Gusgus_7777]

@@regalesq.3687 yup, as is good. add an apex duty kit + flat trigger= amazing. And if you got time and money, monsoon tactical porting and Floyd custom shop slide work, custom stippling = amazing gun.

[@danzepping374]

I have to say, I am not a super gun crazy guy, but I like this guy a lot. I just appreciate the honesty. There is a reason why he is so popular.

[@jrdsm]

yes he is honest, but he's still an outlaw

[@ellwoodwolf]

This is probably his worst list ever.

[@samb8369]

You can become a super crazy gun guy…. It’s not too late for you friend

[@danzepping374]

@@samb8369 haha I grew up obsessed with guns and gun history as a young man but as I got older just just gave less of a shit. They are a hobby for sure... I even wanted to be a gunsmith for a long time but people change, for better or for worse... Who knows what the future brings.

[@danzepping374]

@@ellwoodwolf what makes you say that?

[@propblast82nd]

I got a Glock 19 in 1988 , it was my duty sidearm for years and after retiring in 2008 it’s now my winter conceal carry favorite

[@5.56NTO]

i got a Bugatti in 100BC it was my daily for weeks and after starting my career in 101BC it became my favorite summer weekend car.

[@MrRell1986]

Wow I wonder how many rounds been put thru it!?

[@pollock56th]

Eleventeen thousands

[@iamtruth6056]

I got an old gen 2 glock 22 and after thousands of rounds it has never not gone boom. I dont even like it but it is the most reliable gun I've ever owned.

[@smkordis]

I also purchased a Glock 19 when they were first imported in the late 80s. Got a lot of grief about having “a toy gun”. I cannot give an accurate round count, but probably close to 10,000. Recoil spring has been replaced once. I also have gen 3 models 26 and 27 for home defense and carry. All have been incredibly durable.

[@UnknownUser_0000]

THANK YOU for FINALLY showcasing the Echelon. I carry and compete with mine...with this gun you don't need any other.

[@UnknownUser_0000]

@HoneestOutlawReviews Yes, please scammer what did I win?!

[@oddballgunman5288]

They just released a Comped/ported "plagued" Echelon

[@FirstLast-ff7qx]

Top 5: Hk usp/ p30 Beretta m9/92 Sig p226/p229 Cz 75 Glock 17/19

[@wheelguns4wheelmen802]

That’s also my top 5 based on word of mouth, but I don’t own a Glock or an HK USP, so based on personal experience I’d have to swap out those two for a Walther PPS M2 (3000 rounds with no malfunctions) and a H&K VP9.

[@Clayman5577]

Thanks

[@mattmurphy7030]

Solid list

[@ellwoodwolf]

Don't forget stock Glock ,not all Gucci'd out.

[@FirstLast-ff7qx]

@@ellwoodwolf totally agree

[@clsr1911]

I'm a huge fan of your channel for a multitude of reasons. My go-to channels for honest, detailed reviews are Honest Outlaw and Humble Marksman because I think you both throw the details in that matter to gun-nerds like me. I watch all the main channels and as many of the lesser-known ones as I've been exposed to, but I check yours first for any pistols I'm curious about. Also, it needs to be mentioned that Mrs. Outlaw's involvement and perspective lend something that is difficult to find elsewhere. Y'all are doing great, don't change a thing, thank you for the excellent & frequent content. Cheers!

[@believe722]

Well said!!

[@clsr1911]

@@believe722 Always worth throwing some positive reinforcement at content you enjoy, right? Thanks for the reply, I just want to see great creators get the algorithmic boost they deserve when it seems so likely the odds are stacked against them.

[@landonjones8819]

CZ P07 is my personal GOAT handgun. CZ is my personal GOAT manufacturer.

[@AK47Uprising]

The Echelon but no M&P is wild imo.

[@chadillac95]

RIGHT?!?! I couldn't believe the echelon was in here but the M&P was. I don't love the m&p lineup, but I at least know they're reliable. I can't say the same about the echelon

[@RadDadOrtiz]

​@chadillac95 i have over 3k rounds through my echlon, and it has been nothing but reliable. Out of those rounds, i have had maybe 3-5 malfuntions (from minuteman ammo). It's my EDC, and I'd bet my life on it. I owned an M&P Shield chambered in .40 and would chose the Echelon each time. This is my own biased opinion so take it as you will.

[@frenchonion4595]

Most reviewers disregard the M@P but it's one of the best performers in all the torture tests

[@ericstl4529]

I have the echelon. Feels good in my hand and I shoot it well. I have a 507c on it. I have maybe 1000 rounds through it with absolutely zero malfunctions. I also have an S&W M&P 2.0 and I don't even take it to the range. Some guns just fit better to different people I guess.

[@outdareoutdoors6638]

@@RadDadOrtizI have a Glock 19 gen 5 and Glock 22 gen 4 and have never had a single malfunction ever

[@lawsonlwsnify]

Honest Outlaw , you have become one of my favorites ! FACTS , You and Hickock 45. Because of you i got the Echelon for my big hands and it CONCEALS VERY WELL. And Shot Flawlessly. Good Video HONEST DAMM OUTLAW 👏🔥🔥

[@jeffreybrooks8643]

Hickock45 talks way too much in all his videos.

[@lawsonlwsnify]

@@jeffreybrooks8643 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@m.r7168]

Thanks you Mr. and Mrs Honest Outlaw, You're the Best !

[@ferrisbueller9991]

Traditionally, not that it's my place, but it is Lady's first (alongside never separating a man from his name.) I mean, opposed to Mr. and Mrs. X, is the opposite: saying it as Mrs. and Mr. X. which is how Shakespeare would advise Not to be a grammar nazi, and not like it really matters. But if you ever want to write a constitution of your own with a quill, your proclamation will be more formal for the manifesto readers.

[@g.k.6913]

We want P-09C update😁

[@aliennnjoe1998]

So far has been great for me you can also run czpo7 mags through it i havent had a jam using the p07 mags but you cant use nocturn on p07 im so far loving it

[@alejandrocosme1]

lets wait for cz to fix it. I hope the update fix the problem.

[@g.k.6913]

@@alejandrocosme1 I meant the video of possible couses and more info about it, its a machine like many others, it either works or no and if it doesn't then why and what can be done about it. After all you don't have a place for machine that doesn't do itits job and fails you

[@PPD1911]

@@alejandrocosme1there is no problem as long as u don’t put yo long of optic screws in. I’ve shoot 300 rounds thru my full size then put an optic on it and found I had to shave off my ejector port side screw to get it not to bottom out on ejector assembly

[@hanswurst2189]

Bought a compact nocturne 3 weeks ago. Put 600 rds through it w/o any malfunctions. Gonna take it to 2,000 rds before judging, but so far so good

[@carguy862004]

Got my P-07 2 months before i discovered your channel, back in 2020. And all your videos made me feel like i made a good purchase. And, can confirm... Ive had zero issues with it after about 3k+ rounds.

[@TheCdean1]

I never liked the trigger so I sold it but different strokes for you know the saying

[@Asghaad]

@@TheCdean1 same, the Omega trigger pull is so long and require you to put the trigger itself against the frame of the gun that it literally pinches skin on my trigger finger - it was my fist piece and i HATE it because of that P-10 on the other hand ... just about perfect at least to me

[@Slider6294]

@@TheCdean1 Most CZ devotees do the trigger package through Cajun Gun Works...

[@willbar1961]

Sig metal p series, Beretta 92 series, CZ 75, SA XDm, S&W M&P, Glock, Dan Wesson Pointman 1911.

[@5.56NTO]

Lamborghini Huracan Ferrari sf-90 Maclaren 765 LT and so on...

[@covertguy1575]

Awesome video…I have four the seven. But yeah I agree here, really any Glock, any CZ, P226/229, USP’s or Beretta is gonna be a solid SHTF gun.

[@dcs0113]

Great video!....among the many firearms i have, my #1 for accuracy and dependabiilty is my glock 29.....10mm and small, its amazingly accurate, at least for me....cheers

[@SethGoldberg-k7v]

Holy crap, Chris! The Echelon made a top gun list! Lovin’ it!

[@ThomasSimmons-j9l]

Hate mine

[@rutrutbella600]

Been a fan of 1911 since 60s my go to i don't care what anyone says it has saved my butt more than oncee

[@carminemurray6624]

Use what you know, don't let anyone sway your opinion, The 1911 will always be an Experts gun and this from a guy that fields a Glock 17 as an EDC, however the trigger of a well conditioned 1911 will always rule the roost. This comment always infuriates some folks.

[@AMXSShirt]

Mad respect to Wilson. Ed Brown mags are pretty good. Ole 1911 guy here.

[@danielmackormack8524]

I have to say I rate your list 100% in line with my personal experience of weapon collection over the past 30 years ❤

[@TacticalMischief-zj8tn]

I can't believe you would have a 1911 and the P226 without the Beretta 92 series. The PX4 Storm has also been an exceptional pistol for reliability.

[@Sleepy7666]

Well the p226 beat it in US army testing...

[@TacticalMischief-zj8tn]

@@Sleepy7666 Not true. Check out SmallArmsSolution on the break down for the XM9 program. The P226 even got a rematch and the Army still didn't see any difference in reliability. The 1911 did the worst, but that was probably due to the guns being worn out.

[@Gman010]

P226 is one of the GOATs

[@machongwei7082]

These days beretta has issues with their qa/qc, and that’s a solid hit to their reliability.

[@kirkchartier7141]

**that really doesn't mean much of anything the military goes in with their ideas of what they want based on their outdated and flat out wrong ideas, and then they choose a weapon based on that or sometimes just political correctness, or who's going to oil their "machine" the best.

[@alanrawson-wg8io]

My go pistol is a Ruger SR1911 standard model 45acp. I’ve got at least 3500 rds through it and it’s never failed. Runs 7rd, 8rd and 10 rd mags with zero problems. Fed and fired anything I’ve fed it. Sometimes it’s 500rds between cleanings and it just runs.

[@elsanto8879]

I have several pistols including the Echelon but nothing can touch my HK VP9 SK. Absolutely love it!

[@5.56NTO]

a lamborghini hurican is definitely better

[@fckjoebdn1776]

​@@5.56NTO A lambo can't protect your life... just costs a bunch of money. I'd much rather have my gun collection.

[@5.56NTO]

@@fckjoebdn1776 you know what, I totally agree with you.

[@williegillie5834]

I’m a huge H&K fan. I have the VP40 among other H&K’s.

[@NoVaReflex212]

Vp9sk has been my carry for 6 years, and I've never thought of replacing it. No matter how many of my buddies handguns I shoot😂

[@tsrboomer09]

I bought an echelon based off of your review of it and I absolutely love it.

[@landofsmo]

A Glock 34 and S&W 686 are the oldest guns I own. Absolutely dead reliable. I'm over 20k on the Glock, and just replaced the springs. Was still running like a champ, but preemptive maintenance is the right way to go

[@Tennessee_est1983]

I’m surprised the CZ P-01 didn’t make the list but solid lineup! I love my P-07 and 686 plus!

[@GeneralPanDeBer]

I agree. I like that the P-01 has compatibility with CZ 75 parts. It opens the gun up for insane customization options.

[@Tennessee_est1983]

@@GeneralPanDeBer I carry the OD Green P-01 every day and absolutely love it!

[@maybeso1547]

I agree! And they take the Sp01 mags if you want more capacity.

[@Ghostrider-71]

The Glock is the best, I love my G17 and G19. Uber reliable and doesn’t break the bank. Plenty of parts are available, better sights and now MOS versions. Can’t be beat.

[@Jbird18]

They have terribly uncomfortable triggers tho that are hard to pull.

[@redplayz5900]

Have you ever used one​@@Jbird18

[@carminemurray6624]

Well, that may be true, but You can have an aftermarket trigger installed and problem solved.

[@200130769]

Glocks are easy to beat. Even Taurus is above them at this point. Glocks come with the worst sights, triggers, ergonomics, plastic guide rods, and unsupported chambers. Not to mention they aren't even top 5 in reliability. Most other handguns come with premium parts out of the box except glocks. Possibly the worst choice except for a sccy or hi point.

[@bhmichigan8731]

CZ 75 ... I love the P01 Compact and SP01 Tactical ... they are right up there with Legion P226 ... I first carried a P226 back in the 80s ... If I had to pick just 1 handgun to have > it is going to be 1 of these 3 ... I guess the P01 gets a bit of a jump on that decision based on the size towards a carry ... I prefer DA/SA and I prefer a decocker

[@Txthrashking]

I have a request for a top 10 guns for elderly/arthritic hands That would help people like me with older parents

[@IRUKANJI]

weird answer is the USP. One of the few semi-auto guns that has a lighter and easy to pull slide and the recoil buffer system is a lot easier on the hands.

[@Slider6294]

One suggestion is to not fixate on the trigger pull but on the grip. Then, once you have a comfortable grip, do a customization on the trigger to make the pull lighter/softer. But any mod to your own comfort level so you can fire accurately.

[@IRUKANJI]

@@Slider6294 It's really dependent on what kind of arthritis they got. If it's mostly in the finger joints then definitely focus trigger but if it's in the wrists then the big focus needs to be recoil shock and slide pull weight. A lot of 9mm pistols have easy triggers but punishingly hard slide pulls to rack them. It's a tough balancing act.

[@Bouncing22]

Great list. Lots of cool guns and like you said, there can be a lot of honorable mentions. I’ve tried to move on from glock but it’s just boringly beautiful, reliable, durable and shootable. I carry my Glock 45 mos everyday. It’s my go-to side arm for every occasion.

[@raymondproulx1095]

Can’t argue with the P226, Glock 34 or the Wilson CQB. I have owned all or these for years. Performance and accuracy are fantastic. I have carried all of these at various time and shot IDPA with the Glock and Wilson for more than a decade. Never had a malfunction with any of them, not caused by me or hand-loaded ammo.

[@ShaneABaker]

My issued Duty Gun through my department is a Gen 4 Glock 21. My off Duty carry is a Glock 45 with ACRO P2. My bedside gun is a Gen 5 Glock 21 with Holosun 508, and I love all of them. Glock isn't perfect, but it works best for me

[@5.56NTO]

you should get a f-16 fighter jet for your bed side instead

[@Nearsightedfarseer]

I love my G21 gen 4 so much but honestly I wish I would have went with a Gen 3 for aftermarket support. My main gripe was the finger grooves but fixed that with files and sanding. The Gen 5 is tempting dang it as is a G2O cause it's basically the same frame.

[@200130769]

They're all the same, I'm surprised you need different ones for different scenarios.

[@gregentclemory9285]

I do a fantastic impression of the honest outlaw. I have somebody videotape me and I just shoot as fast as I can and a guy off camera rings a bell really fast 😮

[@PeasantKing-od5lg]

😂😂😂😂

[@mdubb4855]

No, because HO shoots so far down range, it takes a second to hear the bullet hit the gong.

[@BelovedChatter]

Easier to add the sound in post production...matches the sounds up perfectly. Make sure to work in a miss every now and then though.

[@williamgrissom1995]

😂🤣

[@akbychoice]

I saw that video, that tea bell threw me off.

[@dominicksalvato5143]

Those M&P 2.0's seem rock solid. Didn't you leave one out all winter?

[@ellwoodwolf]

I think he was drinking or had AI make this list.

[@satagaming9144]

@@ellwoodwolf He makes these videos a couple times a year, gotta shake it up a little

[@ImmaSaveUFromMe]

@satagaming9144 yep. all creators do. They make content in circular patterns, but updating the lists as new stuff comes out. Youll notice 90% of channels are the same content over and over again if you watch over time.

[@CelticLittleHawk1]

I'm glad to see a wheel gun on the list. From BB guns to 155 mm howitzers, the GP100 is my absolute favorite I've ever used.

[@carminemurray6624]

Yes, The GP of various types is an important gun in my humble opinion, it was incarnated into a .38 special for NYPD, and those turn up used rarely, very cheap and well used.

[@bobsundquist2039]

RIP Paul. You will be missed.

[@199ALLSTAR]

Got my CZ P 09 after being introduced to it after one of these videos. It was a steal for the price. Might get an 07 for CC.

[@Slider6294]

I bought my P-09 after a range day with a buddy, it was my intro to CZ years ago. Since then I've added more of them to the repertoire, but I'll be damned if the P-09 doesn't remain my go-to bedside handgun. It has been the most reliable weapon I've ever owned. Lost count of how many thousand rounds I've put through it, all perfectly.

[@nicholasdangelo8174]

I just bought my first revolver. The S&W Performance Center 686. I’m so crazy about it. So much fun to shoot! Great vid as always sir

[@VictorSanchez-fi9lf]

Hey Chris, I know you put a lot of effort and data you have collected into each of these videos, it really shows with your final product. Your videos are always well thought out, and I know you make some tough calls when you do top lists like this. We really appreciate your opinions. I was thinking it would be sweet if you had a 2011 series comparing the best in each price range. I’m shopping for one right now and there are so many options, I had no idea. I think I’m going to go with the Vudoo Priest, but of course it’s a hard decision, especially when spending that kind of money on a gun that I can’t function test or feel before purchasing. Always appreciate your content, thanks again Chris!

[@HonestOutlawReviews]

I just got my Vudoo Priest, first shots will be coming in a couple weeks

[@VictorSanchez-fi9lf]

@@HonestOutlawReviewsoh snap! Can’t wait! The only concern I had with it is the slide serrations appear to be pretty light. I’m assuming that isn’t an issue because of the 10lb recoil spring.. (according to Humble Marksman) thoughts? If you don’t mind me asking, how long was your wait from purchase time?

[@CasualGaming76]

When I was a kid, I was introduced to the USP.45 pistol in COD4 and ever since then I’ve wanted one. Beautiful pistol.

[@karltang9590]

No PDP was a surprise to me

[@oceaser6977]

Idk how he lists the Echelon and not the PDP. PDP been out longer, proven and has a LE contract Sometimes he makes list just to make lists Igs

[@Holret]

PDP is relatively new and despite the fact that I own one, my USP is definitely more solid. Not to mention, the PDP is not really mean to use +P or +P+ ammo. Again, Unlike my USP.

[@oceaser6977]

@@Holret but the Echelon is in the list

[@mattmurphy7030]

@@Holretechelon is more new and less proven…

[@ellwoodwolf]

There's lots more proven than the eschelon and no way that revolver works fine if he did that identical eschelon test to it

[@rini3159]

New subscriber. Love every single video you post. Very informative, straight to the point, fair reviews with little to no bias. Keep grinding!

[@ccovemaker]

I've done my own 1000 rounds on the Echelon. It is rock solid and not a hiccup. It is also a complete package with a set full of modern features.

[@peterpiper3790]

Is it true that it heats up too hot after shooting

[@ccovemaker]

@@peterpiper3790 I haven't seen anything different than any of my other guns in that regard.

[@peterpiper3790]

@@ccovemaker oh ok. I saw another youtuber saying that after shooting the echelon that if u touch the slide it’s very hot. Well that’s why I was asking

[@David-mz8mo]

@@peterpiper3790yeah the front serrations get hot after 2 mags at the range. So do my other hand guns - it’s not a deal breaker IMO. It’s super reliable with your mag properly assembled.

[@tysonfromm5397]

My brother and I planned on renting a few different autoloaders to try out and ending up putting all our ammo through this one. Was too much fun to go trade it for the next.

[@joesantiago413]

Good list. I have to say I'm putting the M&P over the echelon. I have no doubt it's solid but the M&P is much more proven and Smith and wesson just keeps making it better. I also would of liked to see a walther on there Somewhere. Possibly the ppq.

[@Munchums]

I still want that S&W SD9 2.0 1000 round review

[@HonestOutlawReviews]

working on it

[@Munchums]

Thanks for the update, keep up gods work.​@HonestOutlawReviews

[@PeasantKing-od5lg]

Work faster, it’s not like you have a life to live. 😂

[@impolite2n1p3r8]

Throw it away and get a m&p 2.0

[@tobylam952]

The sd9 is so gross

[@DesertDuc]

I had an Echelon... *Had* an Echelon. Loved the way it felt while getting to know it in dry-fire practice, HOWEVER the magazines couldn't handle the Arizona desert. I took it to a competition as it's maiden voyage. Stage one, flawless. There was a reload in the stage so I dropped one of the the mags in the dirt. Picked it up, banged it on my knee to knock the dust off it, loaded it back up. Stage two, jams, failure to feed. Convince the RSO to give me a mulligan. Go back to the tech table, completely disassemble the mag, run a rag through it, wipe off the follower, reassemble and reload, run the stage again. Jams, failure to feed. Good thing I brought a backup pistol, I finish the match with gun X. Afterward I experiment with the Echelon again. Clean the mag again and I get it to run. Drop BOTH mags in the dirt, bang them on my knees, reload, BOTH mags jam. Repeatable results, this is an unreliable system. What was gun X? A Shadow Systems XR920. That same XR920 went through a 2-day ~500 round pistol training class and allowed me to qualify Expert, no jams or problems AT ALL, all while dropping those mags (Magpul GL9) in that same dirt, them getting kicked and stepped on, and all me doing to clean them off is banging them on my knees and loading them back up. But that's more a testament to the mags than the gun, right? Well, I traded my Echelon for a used Shadow Systems MR920 with an RMR on it. I brought THIS one to a 2-day ~750 round pistol optics training course. About 2/3 of the way through day two I dropped the gun, at the time it didn't have a magazine in it and all that desert dirt went up into the frame through the magazine well and locked it up to where I could barely get the slide off the gun. But I managed to field strip it, wanged the frame and slide on a folding table a few times to clear out as much dirt as I could, blew into the crevices a few times, added some fresh oil to the slide rails, rammed it all back together, and ran it the rest of the class without any further maintenance. Racking it sounded like I was rubbing two pieces of sandpaper together and I could feel the grit in the trigger, but despite all that there were zero malfunctions. Ran the qual with it like this, achieved Expert with it like this. Shadow Systems products have earned my trust, I've owned 4 of their handguns at this point and plan to own more. I know FOR YOU Shadow Systems has NOT been reliable, and that's completely the opposite of my experience. And here you are recommending an Echelon, which is completely OPPOSITE of my experience! Funny how much a change in environment and/or a bad case of QC can completely change the end-user experience.

[@jefferybrown1806]

Great to see some love for the Echelon! Absolutely love mine!

[@wrangler4405]

Great video my man! brand new to the channel, I just bought my first glock yesterday! Not new to guns but new here, and seeing the G34 on the top of the list makes me feel good about my purchase! I just got a G34 gen 5 MOS so i'm very excited to go pick it up!

[@mr.spartacus6390]

I’ve got a p07 with like 4500 rounds. Only failures where from limp wristing heavily and a broken trigger return spring, replaced and fully canonized now, my absolute favorite handgun I’ve ever had

[@mitchellcorona8]

First pistol to ever abtain sainthood.

[@ghostofcpast8893]

I've had my Sig 228 for many years and it has always been good. I have had many guns over the years and right now my favorite is a Wather ppq m2 navy

[@victorhasselblad6458]

Great video. RIP Paul😢.

[@peterraab3411]

Sir Harroll

[@5.56NTO]

1. out of context 2. i can guarantee you have never met him and dont know anything about him 3. he doesnt know who you are 4. if you died he wouldnt give a shit 5. you saying "RIP Paul" isnt going to benefit him now that he is dead 6. its not that deep, much more important people have died and the world doesnt care 7. people die every day and its normal so clearly, you making that statement was quite unwise to say that least.

[@MrNexor-cj8gs]

​@@5.56NTO 1. Get a life

[@5.56NTO]

@@MrNexor-cj8gs if I didn’t have a life I wouldn’t be able to make that comment because I’d be dead

[@DragovsSly]

My duty weapon is a first gen Springfield 9mm tactical. Have over 15000 rounds no misfires or double feeds. Never changed anything. Only thing is I replaced the trijicon sights

[@hunter1028]

That echelon has really been catching my eye....

[@fe2890]

It won’t disappoint

[@PeasantKing-od5lg]

I saw it on cheaper than dirt for 499

[@BlackWinds]

Me too. Mainly just waiting on a compact version.

[@CodyKuester]

Trust me, i just got it. Its perfect, plus theres the gear up bundle going on till the end of october so you can get a bag and 5 mags with it

[@hunter1028]

@@PeasantKing-od5lg now that's a steal

[@geraldhartman2336]

My first handgun (1985) was the S&W586. (6”, RRWO sights, Pach grips) Since then I’ve purchased the 686 and the 686+ I carry a G23, but I have to say that the 586/686 has always felt more like an extension of my body, moreso than my G23 - and my G23 goes everywhere with me - literally an extension of me.

[@terryballard4674]

thank you for including a REVOLVER!!! Made my day...

[@ellwoodwolf]

Hahaha yeah go slam that in gritty mud and see how great it is...

[@5.56NTO]

If a video on youtube of someone including a revolver in a gun video made your day then try changing your life up a little because that doesnt sound like the most admirable and exciting life. i would actually go as far as leaving the country and starting a new life if i was you...

[@terryballard4674]

@@5.56NTO Wow....what a weird comment. I don't need to "change up my life a bit"...I like it how it is. If I enjoy revolvers more than semi-autos, so be it. Maybe it's time for YOU to leave the country!

[@5.56NTO]

@@terryballard4674 ooof that’s powerful.

[@PANICBLADE]

​@5.56NTO Bro, you went out of your way to dog on a guy leaving a positive comment on a video he likes, and you're telling HIM he doesn't have an admirable or exciting life? Maybe you're right, and he should spend his free time scouring the internet being a bummer like you. Way more admirable and exciting, right?

[@davidroberts4868]

Glad I bought my Springfield echelon great gun 🔫 thanks for for the listing

[@Trey_816]

I have an original 1911A1 that I carry (for hunting/camping/hiking/fishing).

[@derekheuring2984]

Same here, although mine is still in original 1911 trim.

[@nelvaldo.4850]

Cz p07 is the most underrated pistol, and im glad this gentleman has given it a mention. Great gun💫.

[@rdienes7903]

The Beretta 92 needs to be on this list

[@danivanciu]

Yes, its really good, but its heavy.

[@TheSansoomike]

Big fan of the P07. I have several thousand rounds thru mine. Have had two major failures.Broken trigger reset spring and firing pin retainer roll pin. I think both were the result of a lot of dry firing. Both were easy repairs and now when I dry fire. I always use a dummy round with a soft primer bumper. The P07 is my carry gun for the last 3 years.

[@entropicdoom8018]

Mr. and Mrs. Outlaw, could you guys start reviewing 10mm hanguns?

[@jijjr]

second this, we like 10mm

[@evaneason6906]

Autumn's Armory channel shoots a lot of 10mm.

[@Derek_Farmer]

Your gun reviews are awesome, equally impressive is the fingernail polish your ole lady is wearing in this video. That creamy green 🍏 is beautiful and I think you talked this old boy into a P226. Thx.

[@stampdatazz]

The echelon has my whole heart my personal favorite of them all

[@5.56NTO]

1 trillion dollars is better than the echelon no doubt.

[@lindanelson8400]

I grew up with the original 1911. As far as my dad was concerned, that was the only semiautomatic pistol. He never considered any other. I like the 1911, but once I fired a Glock 19, I was hooked. It just fits my hands, and I can shoot it well. I found that extended to most of the Glock family. I have the standard calibers, 9 mm, 40 caliber, and 45 caliber.

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

Walther PDP makes my list. I would replace the 686 with the Ruger GP100; I have had horrible luck with S&W revolvers.

[@bradtaylor8096]

Good call on the GP100. I HATE revolvers but that's one that I would own.

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

@@bradtaylor8096 - Ruger does well with revolvers. I have 2 GP100s, a Blackhawk, and a Super Redhawlk. I wouldn't trade any of them.

[@chrislumpkins9389]

Great video. i watch every video you put out. I watched the 5 best guns for beginners and i bought the cz p10f OR used for $370. its an awesome pistol. i wanted to thank you for your videos and content.

[@troydecker9685]

I love my P07 so much I bought another.

[@stern2701]

I was looking at the nocturne version but people having issues so I’ll stick to old reliable.

[@imdo301]

I have one but i may need another one.

[@favor4afavor823]

That was me on the P01. I sold it to a friend during covid and was like, nah, I need one of these around

[@mrmiked6577]

Of the guns in this video, I own the 226 Legion and the 686 (mine is the 686+ version). I buy & sell guns a bit, as a hobby, but I will NEVER sell my 226 or 686+ because they are awesome pieces that MUST BE in my collection at all times. Everything he said in this video is spot-on!

[@ka-powUSA]

Tha- tha- first gun. I am truly stunned 😮😮😮

[@USVRANGERS]

My favorite! Love my little XD9 subcompact! I carry the full size for work but this little guy does a surprising amount of carry for work as well!

[@kennethwalton5582]

I was expecting to see the Walther PDP on the list…..🤷🏽‍♂️

[@KPHVAC]

I absolutely love my PDP, one of my all time favorites!

[@mattmurphy7030]

Probably my favorite gun right now. Tho I just picked up an M9A4 centurion that’s giving it a run for its money

[@UnknownUser_0000]

Why it just had a recall? Lol

[@mattmurphy7030]

@@UnknownUser_0000 no it didn’t lol. I just read their whole recall page it’s not on there.

[@RobertPatton-kz6lq]

@@UnknownUser_0000 where you seein that at? I just looked it up

[@Biomass1]

In 1999 I bought a brand new P95DC in 9mm. It's a tank but is one of the softest shooting 9mm I've ever shot. My buddies are amazed at the different recoil impulse. It has no metal in the slide rails and have never read of one that failed. They designed it for military and law enforcement use. Amazing pistol.

[@Rk-mz4bb]

My old Browning hi power and CZ 75B has been rock solid .

[@derekheuring2984]

I have carried both. Still have the BHP.

[@RiQWitDaBliQ]

I carry a Glock 27 and sometimes I carry my Glock 23 but I also used to carry the Smith and Wesson M&P 2.0 and it’s a very good gun. It’s very comparable to the Glock 19.

[@jrc0004]

Dad gave me a new S&W 586 4" in 1988 for graduation from HS. God knows how many rounds have gone through that pistol (im 54 now). I will never get rid of it. It is so fun to shoot and accurate. Went through a Police Academy after Navy with that gun (couldn't afford anything) and did great. Reliable, accurate, stock never an issue!. S&W makes the best revolvers IMO.

[@implodinggoat]

I know you don't like the Beretta 92; but it should be on the list. It went toe to to with the Sig P226 in the military trials and came out on top although the Sig did finish slightly ahead of it in the reliability test.

[@Asidebar]

I also don't like the Beretta.

[@implodinggoat]

@@Asidebar I do like the Beretta. Fits my hand great. Safety placement is dumb; but they fixed that on the newest ones. I've learned to live with the old safety though since its not that important on a DA/SA that you're going to carry with the safety off anyway.

[@implodinggoat]

@@ullrichgebhardt2737 The Langdon LTT trigger bar does a lot to improve that. You can buy it separately from the rest of the Langdon upgrades for around $80 and install it yourself without too much difficulty.

[@davidgardner2181]

The sig is a much better gun. They did fix the issues with the Beretta, but I still will never like the Beretta after working in the Armory. The original slides were horrible. They shot ok, but after shooting the sig there is way too much to like. I will admit some bias against the Beretta but even without that I still don't think it would be close for me.

[@nn-dj2nu]

The Beretta sure is a good looking gun! No ugly guns for me 😁

[@kevinsauer5794]

I had a P07 for a while, just didn't like the ergonomics, but it was super accurate and reliable.

[@ElmCreekSmith]

I've retired 3 times from the Army and two LEO/security agencies. I carried the M1911A1 .45ACP, the M9A1 9x19mm, the S&W Model 686-6 4", the S&W Model 65-1 4" as primary carry, and the S&W Model 37, Model 12-2 2", and Model 642-1 as backup guns on duty. I have also carried several Taurus 856 2" & 3" revolvers, some Taurus G3s/G2Cs 9x19mm, and a S&W M&P 2.0 5" FDE since I retired the last time. My current EDC is a fairly early Sig-Sauer P365X with a Holosun EDCCarry optical sight, a Streamlight TLR-7 SUB weapons light, with magazines from 12 to 17 rounds. I don't have a problem with any of your choices, but my hands don't like Glocks.

[@gerkeybowers8019]

TYM for keeping us informed.

[@machendachen]

Chris I believe your Cz-p07 is the gen 2 model. The gen one was called “duty”. Also very reliable handgun. Anyway glad you have some long term reviews on it since I own a gen one model myself! Great review as always! 👍

[@archipelago93]

I’m shocked that no M&P made this list, considering: 1) your own proven first hand testing & experience 2) the outstanding performance during other grueling reliability tests from people like Garand Thumb (eg mud, freezing, dropping, etc.) 3) Its own track record with military/LE I know you like 1911s, but no way I’m taking one over a modern M&P 2.0 if I had to bet my life on it. That’s clearly just your love for 1911s coming through 😅

[@SergiuM42]

Agreed

[@Allups50]

2.0 I have carried it 8 years never have had one malfunction. It’s perfect!

[@A_Son_Of_Yahuah]

M&P didn't pay him enough to put their gun on the list 🤣😂🤣.

[@AICW]

Despite its name, the M&P has had exactly zero militaries adopt it as a service weapon. It's only found success with police departments.

[@ZrodIridium6]

No M&Ps. Accuracy issues.

[@eliriddle331]

Im going to take a hard look at the Springfield Echelon and the CZ P-07. I need a lighter pistol in 9mm because the only pistol I still own is a Springfield 1911 Custom Loaded that I bought in 2004 (first gun I ever purchased). It needs a refinish since it's 20 years old, but it is very reliable.

[@Hoodstapizzo]

Absolutely love the echelon it has been solid 3k plus rounds so far got it soon as it released

[@5.56NTO]

to be honest, if i was you i wouldve gotten a Lamborghini instead??

[@timking9456]

Carried a 6" 686 on duty for years, qualified distinguished expert and did well in PPC competition. Moved on to 1911's for a while, then had to go to M&P when the department deemed it the one to carry. I miss my 686!

[@SuperJulian357]

Been carrying my 686 snub daily since 2008

[@chrisjohnson7179]

Good old Brownells...been around forever and still going strong!

[@BoSamson1680]

I appreciate all the great content Mr and Mrs Outlaw! It's always informative and entertaining, that's hard to pull off every video but you guys manage to do so with RELIABILITY. Much respect 🙏

[@jrpdls]

Love my Echelon!!!

[@mtnyoda]

Man, what a great video. Not only do you learn something but they’re fun. My wife loves her p229 Sig Elite Scorpion. I keep the P226 scorpion elite next to my bed. Sometimes it gets rotated out for something else, but that’s very rare as I always go back to the Sig P226. thanks for sharing. Great video love that little CZ.

[@ShelleyFrank-qh5or]

This video is so good! I'm hooked!

[@gnashyathuur8513]

I would definitely add the S&W M&P to this list, but I agree with all of your picks as well. :)

[@andrewvillavicencio8496]

LOVE my USP in .40 that I bought back in 1995, and my P30 LEM! Still my daily carry.

[@mattmurphy7030]

Love the LEM. I had a USP C LEM but I sadly sold it to buy a 1301

[@andrewvillavicencio8496]

@@mattmurphy7030 I bought a custom barrel for the USP in .357 Sig..SWEEEET Except that ammo is boku $$ now and kind of a pain to reload.

[@samchase2563]

I too love the 686. I recently acquired a 686 no dash to go with my 629 no dash. No rubber grips, but I love those big rosewood grips.

[@tomilove3856]

I recently traded my G34 for a G19 and I couldn’t be happier

[@FirstnameLastname-vy2dg]

Why not have both???!

[@5.56NTO]

@@FirstnameLastname-vy2dg because. thats why...

[@MoistSmok]

4:44 100% can confirm best pistol I’ve purchased other than my m&p 2.0 haha I’ve been edcing my echelon since your 1000rd video haha I absolutely fell in love with this pistol since day one 10/10 would recommend

[@stealmysunshine]

Lovely shout out there to Paul Harrell. You guys are my two favourite gun guys. RIP Paul.

[@Caliboy94]

Love my Echelon 🔥

[@Auldus]

My list: 1. Sig P226 2. Beretta 92 3. Glock 17 4. CZ 75. 5. S&W M&P