Stealth Arms Platypus

[@kniter01]

"a platypus?" >glock mags "gary the gatypus??"

[@Jackal19x]

W comment

[@brownmangaming1529]

GATYPV5 is the serial # for my platypus

[@peterquinn2997]

RIP Gary the Glock. 😢

[@ericbergfield6451]

Good video, I like the name oddly, probably because the Platypus is a very uniquely weird animal - which is why Stealth Arms named it as such

[@CompetitionChris]

I'm guessing they named it the platypus because the platypus is kind of a otter but also kind of a duck. The platypus is kind of a Glock but also kind of a 1911. It's a mix between the two just like the animal is a mix between two animals

[@MikeA817]

I was enticed by the Platypus from Twista and Honest Outlaw. Now I'm sold. This gun will be in my collection, guaranteed.

[@baddadjokes9330]

Same. I just gotta start saving.

[@rawmail102171]

Building mine online at the moment. 14-16 weeks gonna seem like an eternity.

[@HB-kp6rl]

The new grip looks grippy af and they’re offering bull barrels. Im in

[@sigxm5thumb]

@@rawmail102171that’s estimated lead time from dummy’s calling in to redo their gun since they fucked it up in the builder I got mine three weeks ago with a lead time of 14-16 weeks if you are certain on what you want it’ll be like 1-2months

[@TonyTen13]

I ordered two 🙌

[@xSPORTSMAN1993x]

Really appreciate the continued public uploads and the Platypus review!

[@KalashmanNC]

Damn. 10 years ago was 2014. I feel ancient.

[@mc4056]

Counter Strike award for ancient one 😂

[@Czechmate88]

Most important video on the Platypus and the one I was waiting for

[@ThanksHero]

Living in WA this is great. I have loads of G17 mags from before the ban but havent been able to get into 2011s yet because I refuse to buy 10 round mags.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

Good on you for following the law. I hate seeing men just decide to do their own thing. Complying is the only way to live a long happy life. 👍

[@critaper328]

same, will be getting one with the bull barrel and new extra sharp grips soon

[@Mr.J.Diesel]

I’m here with ya. Wa laws just ridiculous

[@bradystroman7475]

Where you at in WA? Fellow WA guy here

[@lllllllllllillllllll]

Yeah, one of the primary reasons I got one. It works great though some of my magpul mags don't want to cooperate. I am also concerned about the wear on the mags from the mag release. Haven't had anything happen yet but I don't really want to find out the hard way.

[@tyrellmoss262]

I just got mine last week and love it. Straight from the box to the range, no malfunctions and accurate

[@ManleyArts]

Despite the fact that you are a lefty (Devil's Spawn) this is the most in-depth & well presented review I've seen on this pistol. Excellent!

[@CompetitionChris]

The humble marksman made a great review.

[@gregnowlin1494]

I've never seen one of your videos. That said, I really liked your review. I appreciated your honesty. In regards to this specific video, I felt like your opinions were well informed. Your pros and cons were concerns in line with my own. One of the biggest points for me was I don't think I ever heard you mention a price comparison to another gun. In an honest review, I don't feel like there is much of a place for cost, especially comparing it to another gun. I know how much guns cost, I watch videos to get your opinion of how the gun ran, not what it cost. I'm not saying costs can't be mentioned, it just not what I, personally, am looking for in a review, Thanks, great job. I'm now a subscriber.

[@ICanDoItMyself]

Your comment about designing a reliable magazine is so accurate. The POF Tombstone is a neat idea. A magazine fed 9mm lever action. It uses POF's own magazines, but they're garbage. If they made it to accept Glock, MPX, or CZ Scorpion mags, they could have a winner. Even at $1,800. Great video!

[@tims_4x4_garage]

100% agree

[@BarnDoor-won5ve]

I have to say so 10-12 years ago after I got a pof and realized it's not quite so compatible with gen 3 pmags, I was a little disappointed. I really enjoyed that gun, though, and wish I never traded it

[@chap23305]

A Platypus is a mammal that lays eggs. The gun is a 2011 that takes Glock mags. It's a fitting name I think.

[@Dang_Near_Fed_Up]

Just because I understand the name, does not mean I have to like the name. Personally I would like the option to leave the name off the firearm as an option during the creation of a custom build.

[@UrbanDefenseSystems]

@@Dang_Near_Fed_Up It's a cool animal bro, do you have like a Tiger/Dragon tattoo on your chest or back? LOL

[@Dang_Near_Fed_Up]

@@UrbanDefenseSystems Too many scars to have any kind of tattoos. The list of things I have survived would sound like the butchers bill for Frankenstein's monster's component parts. And I am waiting for the day when they can do bionics, I need a good replacement leg.

[@benjamenross2326]

They also have poison in the rear spurs on their back legs.

[@paulh6101]

Your review is exactly how mine went in my head after renting one. Fun to shoot and extremely accurate. Most accurate pistol ive ever shot. The only issue i had was the grip texture. And they have a grip texture upgrade now, so i bought one. Long wait ahead.

[@williamjohnson9047]

The only review I have waited for .

[@MrGater96]

For real though!

[@Ben-Dover75]

Same, been waiting for it for a long time.

[@brandoncordle7470]

I’ve been very pleased with my Platy though admittedly I haven’t run as many rounds through mine yes as you ran for your review. Everyone that handles it loves it.

[@Olivehollow]

The Platypus is an awesome gun. Super fun and nice to customize. Love mine.

[@ArchetypeofMan]

I'm so happy you reviewed this one too. I've been very pleased with my Platypus as well- at just shy of 5300 rounds. The slide stutter you mentioned I've seen a couple times. I attributed this this me letting it get a little dry- but who knows. I also was a little worried it was going to be gimmicky. Very happy I haven't experienced that to this point. Great video Aaron.

[@1776SolidSnake]

I have had mine for 4 months now, shot it in 4 competitions thus far, probably 2k round total and mine has been amazing. I think i had 1 ftf in the first 10 mags or so but never an issue since. Really happy with it so far

[@Leadandsteel_73]

What mags do you use? Glock, Magpul, other?

[@1776SolidSnake]

Ive used both, i havent had luck with standard g17 magpul mags because the baseplates wont seat when the magwell is on (too big) but the extended magazines work great

[@Dave-0]

According to the stealth arms site: “The Stealth Arms Platypus maintains the 1911 grip angle of 17.5 degrees.” Thanks for the review! My only concern is cerakote wear. I’d hate to buy one and then it look sloppy after a year of light use.

[@SageDynamics]

Yeah, I don’t think I did a great job of explaining my take on the grip/grip angle.

[@WearilyCorrect]

Spray paint, man. It looks great!

[@jeffersondaviszombie2734]

If your Cerakote wears off, it means it hasn't been properly applied. Properly applied Cerakote should be extremely tough. I can't even think of a gun surface finish that is supposed to be tougher than Cerakote.

[@jeffersondaviszombie2734]

I'll leave this here, from Sniper's Hide user Redcreek1, from a thread discussing what is the best gun finish, about Cerakote (because KZbin hates links): "Cerakote’s properties for rust resistance as tested using ASTM B117 Corrosion testing is over 5,000 hours without onset of corrosion. Hardness for firearms finishes it typically tested using the ASTM D3363 Pencil Hardness scale and Cerakote is rated at 9h, which is as high as the scale goes. In Tabor Abrasion (wear) Testing ASTM D4060 Cerakote withstood 0ver 8,000 abrasion cycles of an 8” abrasive wheel against 1.0mil coating Adhesion Cross-Cut Tape (ASTM D3359) shows a rating of 5b Impact (ASTM D2794) Cerakote withstands 160inch pounds of impact without cracking or loss of adhesion." Some claim QPQ nitriding is tougher, but: 1) that works only on steel, while Cerakote works on everything 2) claims corrosion resistance, but nothing beats Cerakote at corrosion resistance 3) claims increased lubricity, but there are Cerakote types for increased lubricity if you need that - increased lubricity on the outside of a slide or outside of a barrel is worse than useless.

[@billdischer3032]

The Platypus is a 1911 grip angle.

[@aw412]

Only channel that actually reviews the products. I want to buy something I come here and then decide.

[@JoshuaE-BiblePatriot]

I am happy to have you on Patreon. Worth it for sure

[@rosstheboss13]

Happy to see a channel with a left handed shooter. Great info no longer on the fence especially after this review and they have the shot show updates available now!!!

[@GoldenWebb]

Perry the Platypus?

[@giborchayil1071]

GREAT HONEST VIDEO!!! I really dig my Platypus as well...CHEERS!!!

[@MrCaneZach]

I've had mine for about 6 months now and I still love it. It has run flawlessly, no matter what its been fed

[@UltimateEnd0]

How is the cerakote holding up?

[@MrCaneZach]

@UltimateEnd0 It has held up pretty well, considering it's been used exclusively in USPSA matches, so it gets bumped against barricades and whatnot.

[@Mr.J.Diesel]

And with the new grip texture and bull barrel they are about to come with. Will make this a top tier pick for me💯✊🏽

[@lordhuck2689]

Did you like this gun better than the CZ shadow 2?

[@LeifyGuy]

Yes! The review we've all been waiting for!

[@Citizen2ACitizenLLC]

Great review. I am 7 weeks in of my 14 week lead time for mine. Looking forward to putting it through its paces. Thanks for sharing. Just sub'd

[@rccaraddict294]

How long did it finally take to get yours ?

[@Citizen2ACitizenLLC]

@@rccaraddict294 it’s shipping on 9/12. So it appears to be the full 14 weeks

[@jonathanvelez4385]

Had been hoping for this one to go public!! Thank you

[@acrienteangelic1862]

Wonderful and very honest objective reviewing as always, Aaron! Agreed though, could use a better name, but I'm glad to see a shooter and I do mean a real shooter talking about this gun and giving it and Stealth Arms the love they deserve. I've had hands on with these for a while now and every gun has been a very good build with excellent quality. The gunsmithing side also appreciates that this gun is still very much a 1911 under the hood so any tuning is very familiar to any (American) smith worth their salt. I do agree it needs a new name though, but as to that name I myself can't really think of much that also doesn't sound corny or overused by other gun companies like mythical hybrid creature names, other normal animals, etc. ("Stealth Arms Chimera" sounds like a cheap Turkish gun for example)

[@TheRancor53]

Didn’t realize it feeds regular 2011 mags too. Definitely seems to be the best reviewed sub 2k 2011, customization is freaking cool.

[@garrettdunyon4505]

It doesn't actually feed regular 2011 magazines. MBX makes all metal Glock pattern/Glock compatible magazines. They're still Glock pattern mags.

[@TheRancor53]

@@garrettdunyon4505gotcha thanks for clarifying

[@ArchetypeofMan]

Stealth Arms claims standard 1911 grip angle of 18.5 degrees I believe.

[@GoldenWebb]

Interested to see what you think about it.

[@Thomas-vt7cz]

Again Arron good job bruh. I may not be purchasing a Platypus anytime soon due to being vested in a Staccato P, Atlas Apollo and Legion Precision Chiraq which those two are on order. If you would have made this video a month ago I would have thought about it. 😎

[@SuperArtarded]

I like and got the full size full rail look with the fun color design, now I am thinking of a carry version for winter!

[@Downfal1]

His Patreon is worth every penny. The instructional videos are terrific.

[@Xmus_Jaxon_Flaxon_Waxon]

Do you get all his videos on the cheapest option ?

[@Firefox14131]

@axon_Flaxon_Waxon I signed up for the $5 and can view all previous videos.

[@LeadSlinger_]

It might be, but when people do the patreon exclusive content, it screams that they hate helping the gun community unless it's paid for. Which is pathetic and shows the type of person they are, which is a greedy person who only cares about money and not helping the 2A community.

[@Xmus_Jaxon_Flaxon_Waxon]

@@LeadSlinger_ I get your point and seems that way. But Aaron doesn’t get paid for these reviews and has to pay for gear on his own. The patreon pays for the gear he reviews so he can continue to do reviews for viewers.

[@Downfal1]

@@LeadSlinger_ do you work for free? He gives free you tube content what else do you want?

[@MarvinTurner-oc4ml]

I first clicked on this video several months ago, and clicked away about 7 minutes in for some reason I cannot recall now. Tonight I clicked on it again and resumed watching from the point where I had left previously. I'm glad I came back! You made a good video about my second favorite pistol. My absolute favorite is and will always be any traditional 1911 in .45ACP. I have three of those. I have two Platypus ( Platypii ? ); one bull barrel and one bushing barrel. When they finally release the other calibers they have said are coming I will probably buy another one in either .45ACP or .40 S&W. I have other double-stack 1911 type 9MM pistols, some less expensive and one more expensive than the Stealth Arms Platypus. They aren't getting shot as often because I enjoy the Platypus more. You are correct - this is a really good gun.

[@_SKDK_]

2:42 Not sure about that one amigo. Also, you might like the new updates they added to their website. They've got a new grip module and a bull barrel option now. Not sure if its tool-less yet but they did say that was coming at shot show.

[@MoistSmok]

I enjoyed your video more than most on the platypus thank you for the info and entertainment, I was already sold on getting one but now I’m absolutely doubling down haha. I’ve been hearing through the grapevines there’s going to be a bull barrel variant so I may have to continue to be patient and wait for the best I can get

[@TheTexasVet]

They already have a bull barrel variant. I ordered mine today and chose the bull barrel option.

[@longbow0728]

Would you recommend the bull barrel non bushing or the bushing version? Talk of the Staccato around the department. Of course drop safety is a problem, but if a 2011 is approved then I see this as a rational contender. Only issue will then being able to pair it with a Safariland Lvl ALS/SLS holster that works.

[@5jjt]

"Platypus" came from Humble Marksman who created, in his head, an ideal gun, then came up with the name Platypus. The designers used Humble's ideas.

[@davidhenry8137]

Yes! I bought one, absolutely 💯 love it. ❤️.. It's crazy nuts sexy and smooth. Shoots great!!

[@GATSIncTV]

We've had one since October and about 3500 rounds in, it's a delightful gun

[@MartyBugg]

I opted for P320 AXG legion only because I havent trained muscle memory for a safety in many years. Ill probable pick one up at some point but the new P365 AXG Legion I just added left me without disposable income for a bit. Im loving the SCS for P320 you reviewed recently. Running EPS carry on the P365s now and love them as welll.

[@aaronfarnsworth7653]

The Oracle Arms 2311 takes P320 mags. Then you can share mags between it and your AXG.

[@LVbibby]

Great review thanks. I really like mine very much a very well made pistol. I actually love the name and it's quite fitting.

[@CannibalWarthog]

Do the Patreon Exclusives get the awesome shooting montage at the beginning of the video like your videos uses to have?

[@KLUTch_G]

6 months late to the party but trying to decide between one of these or an agency 19x with a ramjet(maybe the sage special). About the same money (little more on the agency because of the ramjet)

[@Cristian-n9b5h]

Isn’t the Mag release made out of aluminum? If it is, I believe is going to be just fine with the polymer mags. Also, the frame is made out of aluminum as well. 18:49

[@DeMortuisAutNilAut]

I was waiting for a trusted opinion on this gun before ordering one.

[@mikescncshop]

Same here.

[@405cop5]

Have had a commander size for about a year . Really do like. Getting ready to order 5 inch with bull barrel.

[@kjm45cal]

What cans were used? Did it need a nielson device? I have a platy or order that should come in in a few weeks. This video and admins sold me.

[@wittech6116]

Thank you for posting this to KZbin sir. I’m 3 weeks into the wait game for mine.

[@gabrielchatwin7459]

Great review as always

[@politicalpolarbear]

How is that grip texture on the front for racking up there?

[@pisom4314]

i wondered why i hadnt saw your year end bourbon review!!! guess it was on payper view!!! thanks for sharing

[@brutusbreechcake]

Great review! Are you cross eye dominant?

[@reubenrowell21]

@SageDynamics Which height sites did you order, standard or high. I'm wanting to add a can, but don't want to much obstruction when the can isn't in use.

[@SageDynamics]

I honestly don’t remember.

[@masoverse1]

Any anticipated issues with more "forward" extended optics such as the SRO or the new Trijicon HD in regard to failure to extract/eject? I have a the Trijicon RMR HD mounted on a gen 5 Glock 34. Would love to confirm this would have no issues with the Platypus being the optic mounts so close to the breech.

[@justinwalker2469]

What about holster options?

[@3wheelmannc860]

Hopefully soon...thanks for the quality review.

[@paulh6101]

Its not a glock grip angle. Its a 1911 grip angle.

[@SageDynamics]

Correct. I did a bad job of explaining that part.

[@paulh6101]

@@SageDynamics all good.

[@caleblyman3763]

You have impeccable taste in firearms, beautiful wall

[@kenstirling5348]

You said it’s a Glock grip angle? Does this mean it points exactly the same as your Glocks do? Having to train and learn a different presentation, although however slight, is the dealbreaker that keeps me on the Glock train forever.

[@christoperdevore3617]

SA website says it’s a 1911 grip angle.

[@WearilyCorrect]

I hope it's a 1911 grip angle, that's what I'm used to. In some other comment replies, he states he misspoke, it's a 1911 grip angle.

[@yeredfarias7662]

I believe it's a 1911 grip angle. I saw another review somewhere and they confirmed 1911

[@christoperdevore3617]

@@WearilyCorrect they say it’s 17.5 degrees

[@charlesjohnson6111]

I have one and it is a fantastic gun!!👍👍

[@charlesgutscher1923]

I was dead set on a Staccato. But after sll the reviews i really think imgoing this route now instead

[@johnpeterka8355]

Thank you for your video! Did you have any issues with ammo going through the Platypus? Which pistol feels better when shooting, the Staccato P or Platypus?

[@seanmtak7573]

I like that they embraced the weird and stuck behind their guns with the platypus 😂. You definitely don’t forget the name and at the very least it’s kind of fun.

[@thanehanson6746]

2 reviews in one, thanks. I'm wondering about the other caliber release dates.

[@lllllllllllillllllll]

10mm is in the works and will be the first to release iirc. I'd look up their shot show booth since hearing it from them will be more accurate than my memory though. I think .45 and .357 sig are in the works too.

[@adamromero670]

Finally. Thanks SD!

[@joeywilliams5131]

Has anyone ordered the Platypus and got it back sooner than the 20-24 weeks advertised?

[@lukeman9851]

Since it's using Glock mags, does it have the shelf built in to prevent over insertion?

[@777Raze]

So would you come this a “duty” pistol or something to just have a lot fun at the range?

[@DemetrusBrown-rh7lp]

Is it a polimer magazine release that can be installed in the platypus

[@BobaVett]

The wait for mine has been EXCRUCIATING

[@MercyBlack137]

Do you zero at 25y or which range?

[@ironlordoni8465]

You should do a review on the sig MCX spear LT conversion kit

[@markmichaels5835]

does ANYONE know if and where you can get a extended slide stop/slide release?

[@TRX450rcrazy1]

The mag thing shouldn’t be much a worry how often do u destroy pmags the mag catch on a ar is 90 degree angles

[@joefeola7770]

I appreciate these videos

[@kdworak4754]

Just got a GP Arms Patriot 2011. 2011s are legit the best grip ergo ever.

[@50beowulf]

I'm really hoping Stealth Arms does a more CCW friendly varient. A G19 sized version would be wonderful.

[@wallacelee368]

They have the commander size 4.25 barrle but I wouldn't hold my breath on a shorter grip that's a whole new machine setup it would probably result in a more expensive pistol that would literally be getting less material for more money.

[@SaahilGilani32]

Id like to see a compact size like the glock 19/staccato c2

[@CompetitionChris]

By the way stealth arms specifically says on their website that it uses a 1911 grip angle. The magwell is at the Glock angle but the rest of the gun is just a regular 1911 angle.

[@AZCactusTac]

Great review and all, but the real question is where can I get that hat?

[@bluebadger83]

I got one because of how much you could customize the paint which I thought was cool thinking it would be more just a fun gun to play with.. I was so shocked that it worked well that my wife got one two lol I think it’s actually a hell of a deal for the price for all you can do to make it your own custom cooor and all that. Idk just my opinion

[@mr.blanco6763]

Omg please review the XR-1 from surefire. Please please. 800 lumens and way smaller than the x300.

[@sensei049gaming6]

waiting for mine im so glad i ordered it

[@Roundhere10]

Which mag extensions are on the mags? The ones on my shield arms dont fit with the magwell on.

[@user-ed5jh3ff6u]

Yo Aaron, if I lived closer you could do a review on the atlas Apollo I’m getting 1st of march, Matt at Arzen arms did me a solid, I don’t think anyone has one yet.

[@brojelio1518]

How’s it as a service pistol?

[@paunchouspilot6757]

Anyone suggest a compensator for it?

[@Aperson156]

Their description specifically mentions that they retain the 1911 grip angle, so I find it odd you mention it has a Glock grip angle.

[@ryanfriley8199]

Cabot Guns makes a left handed 1911 with the mag release and thumb safety on the right side only

[@roberttaylor9611]

Just for my clarity what’s the downside to a 3D printed follower?

[@WearilyCorrect]

TBD imo

[@traviscoombes3578]

It's weird how the M&P uses metal mags with a polymer mag release without issues, but others have issues when the mag release is metal on polymer magazines and vice versa.

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

I would like to see it in 45ACP 😊

[@grantjamrock3812]

When did you switch from gold dots 147gr to the 124gr? And +p?

[@SageDynamics]

About ten years ago.

[@BarnDoor-won5ve]

I keep looking for a review trashing this thing, and I can't find a single one yet. I only hope that by the time I'm ready, they won't cost exponentially more and have 1 year wait times

[@theriddler4914]

When is the OA 2311 video coming to patreon?