{"id":209278,"date":"2024-11-22T21:37:36","date_gmt":"2024-11-23T03:37:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=209278"},"modified":"2026-02-16T10:25:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T16:25:02","slug":"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">13<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Archon Firearms has, over the years, refined the Archon Type B to the most current Gen 2 model. I tested this Archon Gen 2, Type B by PTR extensively and am excited to share my thoughts and experiences with you all! Some people on the internet may compare this pistol to a Glock.<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7 5C7 3.34315 8.34315 2 10 2H19C20.6569 2 22 3.34315 22 5V14C22 15.6569 20.6569 17 19 17H17V19C17 20.6569 15.6569 22 14 22H5C3.34315 22 2 20.6569 2 19V10C2 8.34315 3.34315 7 5 7H7V5ZM9 7H14C15.6569 7 17 8.34315 17 10V15H19C19.5523 15 20 14.5523 20 14V5C20 4.44772 19.5523 4 19 4H10C9.44772 4 9 4.44772 9 5V7ZM5 9C4.44772 9 4 9.44772 4 10V19C4 19.5523 4.44772 20 5 20H14C14.5523 20 15 19.5523 15 19V10C15 9.44772 14.5523 9 14 9H5Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><span class=\"hidden\"><\/span><span class=\"overflow-hidden text-clip whitespace-nowrap text-sm\"><\/span> But, in reality, it shares only the same grip angle. Engineers have designed everything else about the Gen 2, Type B to be superior to this basic and old handgun design.<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7 5C7 3.34315 8.34315 2 10 2H19C20.6569 2 22 3.34315 22 5V14C22 15.6569 20.6569 17 19 17H17V19C17 20.6569 15.6569 22 14 22H5C3.34315 22 2 20.6569 2 19V10C2 8.34315 3.34315 7 5 7H7V5ZM9 7H14C15.6569 7 17 8.34315 17 10V15H19C19.5523 15 20 14.5523 20 14V5C20 4.44772 19.5523 4 19 4H10C9.44772 4 9 4.44772 9 5V7ZM5 9C4.44772 9 4 9.44772 4 10V19C4 19.5523 4.44772 20 5 20H14C14.5523 20 15 19.5523 15 19V10C15 9.44772 14.5523 9 14 9H5Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><span class=\"hidden\"><\/span><span class=\"overflow-hidden text-clip whitespace-nowrap text-sm\"><\/span> In this review, I&#8217;ll discuss the Gen 2, Type B, and its unique design, as well as perform an accuracy test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0116-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"A black handgun lays on a wooden table top.\" class=\"wp-image-209416\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Archon Firearms designed the Gen 2, Type B as a striker-fired handgun with a grip angle similar to a Glock. However, its unique engineering lowers the bore axis and reduces felt recoil.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-the-archon-gen-2-type-b\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">What Is the Archon Gen 2 Type B?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-does-the-type-b-come-with\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">What Does the Type B Come With?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-performance-and-accuracy-testing\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">Performance and Accuracy Testing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-accuracy-testing-results\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">Accuracy Testing Results<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-specifications-of-the-type-b\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">Specifications of the Type B<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-af-speedlock\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">AF-Speedlock<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-taking-a-closer-look\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">Taking A Closer Look<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-final-thoughts-on-the-gen-2-type-b\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">Final Thoughts on the Gen 2, Type B<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-more-photos\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-level=\"2\">More Photos<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-archon-gen-2-type-b\">What Is the Archon Gen 2 Type B?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First, I want to give a glimpse at what the Archon Gen 2, Type B is. Then I&#8217;ll go into further detail about the most interesting and unique aspects. This gun is a polymer-framed, striker-fired pistol chambered in 9x19mm that has a grip angle similar to a Glock. For maximum ergonomics, the magazine release is reversible for ease of use by right or left-handed shooters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The grip length of the Gen 2, Type B is modular, It comes with 3 backstraps and 2 grip extensions that provide 4 different grip configurations consisting of one sub-compact, two compact, and one full-size grip length. This gun is available with no optic cut, or a direct mount for RMR, RMS, or Acro footprint optics for an additional $39. This makes the optic cut on the Archon Gen 2, Type B one of the most affordable optic cuts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0121-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"The Archon Type B can be reconfigured in several ways; this modularity, as displayed here with a disassembled version, is one of the the pistol's best features. \" class=\"wp-image-209414\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You can reconfigure this handgun to a subcompact, compact, or full-sized grip. Making these changes is very easy and only involves roll-pins in the grip. This modularity is an excellent feature that will help ensure it appeals to shooters of both large and small stature. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Internally, there are other impressive engineering feats worth mentioning. First and foremost, the AF-Speedlock system keeps the barrel in line with the slide under operation, reducing felt recoil and muzzle rise. Unlike some striker-fired pistols that have a visible trigger safety, the Gen 2, Type B has an internal safety that doesn&#8217;t allow the gun to fire unless the trigger is in the rearmost position. This design makes this gun drop-safe and offers peace of mind from potentially fatal mechanical malfunctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0117-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"The internals of a handgun are layed out on a wooden table to show their unique design. \" class=\"wp-image-209415\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The U-block is a key characteristic of the AF-Speedlock system. It keeps the barrel locked with the slide until the recoil unlocks it. Also, note the three-stage recoil spring that helps further eliminate recoil.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-the-type-b-come-with\">What Does the Type B Come With?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Archon Gen 2, Type B by PTR comes in a padded hard case with one 15-round magazine and one 18-round magazine. These two different-sized magazines allow you to use any possible grip configurations. Three back straps and two grip extenders also come with this package. Also, it has two extra roll pins which are used to attach them. If you buy an optic cut model, a plate will come attached to this optic cut, keeping the slide looking sleek and seamless if you do not mount a red dot. And of course, you also get a cheap cable lock and some good instruction manuals with the package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0131-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Glamour shot of a black handgun on a wooden table. \" class=\"wp-image-209418\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All optic cut models of the Archon Gen 2, Type B come with a cover plate that keeps the gun looking pretty without an optic mounted to the slide.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-performance-and-accuracy-testing\">Performance and Accuracy Testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I used the Archon Gen 2, Type B in USPSA matches when I first got it in. This gun worked perfectly for the application because it pointed like a Glock, which I was used to. The trigger also felt similar, but the Gen 2, Type B shot much flatter and allowed me to shoot faster and more accurately while running and gunning. During this hard-use period, and throughout the rest of my testing, I didn&#8217;t experience any malfunctions or issues with the gun whatsoever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After shooting many, many rounds through the Archon Gen 2, Type B Pistol, I performed an accuracy test at 15 yards using range, defensive, and competition-type ammo. This wide variety of projectile weight and design consisted of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.norma-ammunition.com\/en-us\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Norma<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hornady.com\/ammunition\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hornady<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/magtechammunition.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\">Magtech<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cci-ammunition.com\/handgun\/blazer\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\">Blazer<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalpremium.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\">Federal<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/winchester.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\">Winchester<\/a> ammunition. for consistency&#8217;s sake, I shot these groups using a <a href=\"https:\/\/holosun.com\/products\/reflex-sight\/507\/hs507c-x2.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Holosun HS507C<\/a> red dot instead of iron sights. Please read each picture&#8217;s caption to see the specifics of each <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/ammo-test-doubletaps-6-8-remington-spc-bonded-ammo\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"3557\">ammo tested<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-accuracy-testing-results\">Accuracy Testing Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"996\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_F061F16B-87F2-41F7-84D2-ABA4CD5AEF7E-58622-00000A4649B5D1E6-1024x996.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_F061F16B-87F2-41F7-84D2-ABA4CD5AEF7E-58622-00000A4649B5D1E6-1024x996.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_F061F16B-87F2-41F7-84D2-ABA4CD5AEF7E-58622-00000A4649B5D1E6-308x300.jpeg 308w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_F061F16B-87F2-41F7-84D2-ABA4CD5AEF7E-58622-00000A4649B5D1E6-150x146.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_F061F16B-87F2-41F7-84D2-ABA4CD5AEF7E-58622-00000A4649B5D1E6-768x747.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_F061F16B-87F2-41F7-84D2-ABA4CD5AEF7E-58622-00000A4649B5D1E6.jpeg 1115w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norma Range and Training Frangible 65-grain ammunition printed a 2.12-inch group at 15 yards which is 13.48 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"932\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_314FE3CB-B316-4BAD-BEFE-E758578ABBD3-58622-00000A488C36A6FA-932x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209302\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norma Hexagon 124 grain ammunition printed a 1.55 inch group at 15 yards which is 9.87 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"946\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_1E8ADCAB-7582-49AE-AEC3-6DD78D464EC1-58622-00000A46BD9913FF-1024x946.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_1E8ADCAB-7582-49AE-AEC3-6DD78D464EC1-58622-00000A46BD9913FF-1024x946.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_1E8ADCAB-7582-49AE-AEC3-6DD78D464EC1-58622-00000A46BD9913FF-325x300.jpeg 325w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_1E8ADCAB-7582-49AE-AEC3-6DD78D464EC1-58622-00000A46BD9913FF-150x139.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_1E8ADCAB-7582-49AE-AEC3-6DD78D464EC1-58622-00000A46BD9913FF-768x709.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_1E8ADCAB-7582-49AE-AEC3-6DD78D464EC1-58622-00000A46BD9913FF.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Magtech Steel Case 115 grain ammunition printed a 1.94 inch group at 15 yards which is 12.38 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9F5617B4-7C14-4F55-B98F-A03D7C5799A6-58622-00000A47336F8A9A-1024x979.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9F5617B4-7C14-4F55-B98F-A03D7C5799A6-58622-00000A47336F8A9A-1024x979.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9F5617B4-7C14-4F55-B98F-A03D7C5799A6-58622-00000A47336F8A9A-314x300.jpeg 314w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9F5617B4-7C14-4F55-B98F-A03D7C5799A6-58622-00000A47336F8A9A-150x143.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9F5617B4-7C14-4F55-B98F-A03D7C5799A6-58622-00000A47336F8A9A-768x735.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9F5617B4-7C14-4F55-B98F-A03D7C5799A6-58622-00000A47336F8A9A.jpeg 1147w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hornady Critical Defense 100 grain FTX ammunition printed a 1.71 inch group at 15 yards which is 10.90 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"987\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_2D93CA90-90E8-4210-B133-0354F570C0B3-58622-00000A47DDAD4249-1024x987.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209303\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blazer Brass Case 147 grain ammunition printed a 2.63 inch group at 15 yards which is 16.78 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"867\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_4C7245DE-A4BF-401D-AE13-1AC1BC8BECDA-58622-00000A49212E2E31-1024x867.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_4C7245DE-A4BF-401D-AE13-1AC1BC8BECDA-58622-00000A49212E2E31-1024x867.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_4C7245DE-A4BF-401D-AE13-1AC1BC8BECDA-58622-00000A49212E2E31-354x300.jpeg 354w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_4C7245DE-A4BF-401D-AE13-1AC1BC8BECDA-58622-00000A49212E2E31-150x127.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_4C7245DE-A4BF-401D-AE13-1AC1BC8BECDA-58622-00000A49212E2E31-768x650.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_4C7245DE-A4BF-401D-AE13-1AC1BC8BECDA-58622-00000A49212E2E31.jpeg 1094w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hornady american Gunner 115 grain ammunition printed a 1.71 inch group at 15 yards which is 10.87 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"991\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_9CEA11A0-ACF0-4631-B83C-3E2E929C4672-58622-00000A499726B6DC-991x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209300\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Winchester USA Ready 124 grain ammunition printed a 2.01 inch group at 15 yards which is 12.82 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_790F54ED-6264-435E-91C7-8F99E39E17B4-58622-00000A4A117D3AFF-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209299\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Federal Punch 124 grain ammunition printed a 1.74 inch group at 15 yards which is 11.08 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"786\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_E8AEE0F3-D11B-4BEF-B522-E348460BDB6F-58622-00000A4ABF36EDFE-1024x786.jpeg\" alt=\"A used pistol target with a box of ammunition on top shows how accurate it is.\" class=\"wp-image-209298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_E8AEE0F3-D11B-4BEF-B522-E348460BDB6F-58622-00000A4ABF36EDFE-1024x786.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_E8AEE0F3-D11B-4BEF-B522-E348460BDB6F-58622-00000A4ABF36EDFE-391x300.jpeg 391w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_E8AEE0F3-D11B-4BEF-B522-E348460BDB6F-58622-00000A4ABF36EDFE-150x115.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_E8AEE0F3-D11B-4BEF-B522-E348460BDB6F-58622-00000A4ABF36EDFE-768x590.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image_cropper_E8AEE0F3-D11B-4BEF-B522-E348460BDB6F-58622-00000A4ABF36EDFE.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hornady Custom 147 grain XTP ammunition printed a 1.84-inch group at 15 yards which is 11.70 MOA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These groups were shot from a bag and bench with a Holosun HS 507C <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/red-dot-sight-terminology-glossary\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"3556\">red dot<\/a> mounted on the Gen 2, Type B Pistol. Each group is 5-shots where the best performer was Norma Hexagon Match Grade 124 grain at 9.87 MOA or 1.55 inches at 15 yards. The worst performer was the Blazer Ammunition 147 grain brass case with 16.78 MOA or 2.64 inches at 15 yards. Everything else fell in between these, averaging around 12 MOA groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specifications-of-the-type-b\">Specifications of the Type B<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Weight: 0.84 lbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dimensions: 7.7 \u00d7 1.1 \u00d7 5.2 in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caliber: 9x19mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Action: Semi-automatic, striker fired pistol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Locking System: AF\u2011Speedlock\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barrel: 4.3&#8243;, 6 grooves, right-hand twist 1:10, 45\u00b0 crown, Nitride finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sights: Serrated rear with front fiber optic sight (Glock standard dovetail)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip: Modular, black polymer, Talon grip rubber-black textured standard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trigger: Tactile-short reset, trigger weight 4,5 lbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety: Trigger block, firing pin safety block, trigger bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magwell: Flared<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magazine: 15 Round, 18 Round<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight Unloaded: 1.85 lbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frame: Steel Monocoque<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Included Accessories: 2 Magazines \u2013 1X15 RDS &amp; 1X18 RDS Magazines, 3 Back Straps, 2 Grip Extenders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MSRP: $960.00 &#8211; $999.00<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0129-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"A hand model holds a handgun for a closeup in moody lighting and a wooden table top background. \" class=\"wp-image-209408\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">cleared and safe, I demonstrate the high grip and ideal trigger angle of the Gen 2, Type B.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-af-speedlock\">AF-Speedlock<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The big claim to fame of the original Type B is decreased felt recoil and muzzle flip, which this Gen 2, Type B also boasts. Mainly, this comes from the unique AF-Speedlock system consisting of a U-shaped falling block that keeps the barrel locked with the slide until the recoil causes the block to fall away. When this block falls away, it unlocks the barrel and slide, allowing the slide to continue traveling rearward without the barrel needing to tilt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This design nests the barrel deeper into the grip, creating a lower bore axis than other striker-fired handguns. When this system is coupled with a three-stage recoil spring, felt recoil is killed through stiff spring tension being applied where it matters during operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0119-1024x661.jpeg\" alt=\"Slide removed from the Gen 2, Type B handgun shows how the barrel sits in the slide.\" class=\"wp-image-209417\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The AF-Speedlock system allows the barrel and spring to sit lower in the slide, creating a low bore axis for optimal recoil control.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-taking-a-closer-look\">Taking A Closer Look<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gen 2, Type B is very easy to disassemble for cleaning. Simply remove the magazine and clear the gun, pull the slide slightly out of battery, push the slide takedown pin through the frame, pull the trigger, and remove the slide. The parts of the Gen 2, Type B are different than other common striker-fired guns, but the manual of arms remains similar, which I appreciate. Also, this takedown pin is captured in the frame, so it cannot easily be lost during this process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The grip texture of the old Type B was polarizing. People Either loved it or hated it. This doesn&#8217;t have to be the case with this Gen 2 model, though. Talon Grips makes the adhesive texture the Gen 2, Type B comes with. This means you can have your pick between three different grip textures. These textures are  Pro (hybrid), Granulate (skateboard), or Rubber (comes stock). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0122-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Closeup view of the trigger on the Gen 2, Type B pistol.\" class=\"wp-image-209413\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Gen 2, Type B has a flat-faced trigger and I measured the trigger pull on mine to be 4.5 pounds. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Archon Gen 2, Type B comes with a serrated, blacked-out rear sight and a red fiber optic front sight. If these don&#8217;t tickle your fancy, these sights can be replaced with any Glock sights of your liking. Or you can buy an optic-cut model with RMS, RMR, or ACRO footprint and use a red dot like all the Instagram operators these days. Of course, I chose to do this when I mounted a Holosun HS507C to my RMR cut model. Naturally, the fit for my optic was perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0125-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"The Archon Gen 2, Type B is posed standing on a wooden table. \" class=\"wp-image-209411\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Gen 2, Type B has lots of slide serrations and grip texture that make this handgun easy to run.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-on-the-gen-2-type-b\">Final Thoughts on the Gen 2, Type B<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Archon&#8217;s Gen 2 Type B pistol by PTR is an incredible striker-fired handgun. It has a unique internal design that keeps recoil low and follow-up shots fast. It also proved accurate and reliable during my testing with many different ammunition weights and designs. This gun has a new modular grip system that can be reconfigured for subcompact, compact, or full-sized grip lengths quite easily to suit any task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You might also be interested in: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/the-sw-457-dedicated-ash-tray-thrower\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\"><strong>The S&amp;W 457 \u2013 Dedicated Ash Tray Thrower<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gen 2  Type B does all this for a sub $1,000 price tag while also coming with an optic cut and a 4.5-pound trigger. I would happily own and run this handgun as an EDC or competition-focused tool for these reasons. I prefer this design over other popular striker-fired options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about the PTR&#8217;s Archon Gen 2 Type B pistol here <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptr-us.com\/product\/gen-2-type-b-9x19mm-pistol\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>on the manufacturer&#8217;s website<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-photos\">More Photos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0128-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Archon Gen 2, Type B with Holosun Red dot mounted. \" class=\"wp-image-209412\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The extended slide stop is easy to engage with your thumb.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0126-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Closeup shot of the aggressive cut on the nose of the Gen 2, Type B slide. \" class=\"wp-image-209410\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The iconic nose cut on the Gen 2, Type B slide is not only for looks but lightens the reciprocating mass. It provides a very positive grip for press checks and cocking.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0127-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Closeup of gen 2, Type B\" class=\"wp-image-209409\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here&#8217;s a closeup of the slide release and magazine release of the gen 2, type B.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC_0132-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Look at the magwell of the Gen 2, Type B.\" class=\"wp-image-209407\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The magwell of the Gen 2, Type B is perfect. It is the optimal balance of function and sleek aesthetic.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn more about the Archon and its cousins: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/guns\/comments\/1dc4h03\/can_anyone_tell_me_more_about_the_archon_type_b\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit a Reddit thread where they discuss it<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guntweaks.com\/pistol-bore-axis-comparison-what-is-low-bore-axis.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Understand bore axis<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/striker-fired-magic-from-archon-firearms-shot-show-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remember the Type B from SHOT Show? <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check out some Archon history <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Arsenal_Firearms_Strike_One\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"archon-firearms-gen-2-type-b-by-ptr\" title=\"The Best Striker Fired Pistol Is The Archon Firearms Gen 2 Type B By PTR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">on Wikipedia<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This gun is a polymer-framed, striker-fired pistol chambered in 9x19mm that has a grip angle similar to a Glock.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":93,"featured_media":209592,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_specdata_upc":"","_specdata_placement":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[694,859],"tags":[4218,102,4164,75,3689,621,651],"featured":[],"hunt365":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-209278","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-gun-reviews","8":"category-gun-reviews-handguns","9":"tag-archon-firearms","10":"tag-feature-articles","11":"tag-gahome","12":"tag-handgun","13":"tag-headline","14":"tag-pistol","15":"tag-ptr-industries"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Archon Gen 2 Type B Pistol Review: A Superior Alternative to Glock<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Find out why the Archon Gen 2, Type B pistol is a step above the rest. 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