I bought the DP51 as soon as it was made available in the market. Indeed it is a magnificently made firearm with a very unique feature of the fast action trigger. The South Korean armed forces would not have adopted it as its standard side arm if it had inherent flaws. I sold several of my pistols that didn't meet my expectations. The DP51 is still with me to this day and for keeps.
I love my DP-51c. It's Smith & Wesson-esque, for sure--but I feel it's more refined, overall. Very high-quality piece of hardware made to military standards. As far as this gun being "un-safe"... initially, I had the tendency to flick the trigger back to single action, aim then fire. Which is fine, I guess... but... if you get ahead of yourself and start flicking the trigger back BEFORE you're on target... well, you know. As you said, stopping the pull in SA position isn't always easy. Long story short: pull the Fast Action trigger all in one stroke--don't try to stop it in SA, re-aim and fire it. I find the trigger works very well if you treat it like a very, very light double action. Good to see videos from you again. Your P5 and P1 videos were hallmarks of my early days as a burgeoning gun nut.
I have two of these pistols in .40 S&W. They are called DH40. I purchased them new in the late 90's with two 10 round mags. It was during the stupid clinton mag ban and older 12 round mags would not fit. At the time I was a revolver man and these are the only semi auto pistols I will ever own. I love them and will never sell them even though I am too old to use them anymore. I put over 1000 rounds through them and had one stove pipe on the first round out of the second mag on one of them. It must have been a bur on the mag lip. After that I never had another malfunction. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone who can gets their hands on one.
I bought my DP 51 as soon as it came out of the market. I still have it to this day and for keeps. The fast action trigger is considered an advance feature in some reviews.
I remember my company commender using the K5 service pistol when I was doing my service in the Korean Army. I believe that most officers who are issued with K5 seem not to be aware of its triple action trigger. South Korean military had used 1911 for a few decades before they replaced them with k5. Soldiers are likely to carry their pistol if they do, cocked and locked or with chamber emptied.
I can't imagine a trained soldier carrying this pistol on an empty chamber. Cocked and locked. Sure. Or hammer down, safety off in double action plus mode. Then you have the benefit of single action trigger without the hammer back to scare unknowing civilians. But never on an empty chamber.
@@martclark2128 Soldiers keep their firearms stored in armories during peacetime, only taking them out for training or certain duties. Loading live ammunition is only done in situations requiring shooting, like marksmanship training. During guard duty, except for marksmanship training, I inserted a magazine loaded with blank rounds into my rifle but did not chamber any live rounds before starting duty. Live rounds are usually stored in safes with locking mechanisms within the base or carried by senior personnel. However, soldiers stationed near the North Korean border must chamber live rounds when going on 9duty. In civilian areas, except for special circumstances, individual soldiers do not carry live ammunition. In summary, except for units stationed near the North Korean border, chambering live rounds is rare outside of training. Especially during non-shooting exercises, soldiers carry their firearms but do not carry any ammunition. I want to emphasize that issuing live ammunition to individual soldiers in areas other than the border region is definitely not a routine occurrence.
I have the more rare and less desirable DH40 which is basically the same thing in .40. They are neat and I'm keeping an eye out for a cheap DP51 and K1A1.
The DP51 fits the Fobus SG-21 holster (designed for the SIG P220/P225/P226/P228/P245 [and the associated S&W 39xx, 40xx, 59xx, and 69xx series]). And it is available in a LH version.
100% agree with you about the trigger. Clearly they were comments by someone who has not fired or only had minimal experience with the gun. I love mine and think it is great.
I bought the DP51 when it first came out on the market. I sold many other pistols I own except for this one that I still have this day and for keeps. The unique fast action trigger is considered a design that's ahead of its time.
Had a DP51 for a short time, from slide lock last round fired when swapping magazine's it would release the slide and chamber the top round of the new magazine no need to depress the slide release don't know if this was intended kinda cool wish I still had it
"If you can find one." Very seldom will an owner sell one unless poverty is involved! I had one for years and dearly miss it. SUPERB shooter in any mode---the trigger pull was smooth in any style, and I have never shot so well or with such confidence with any other gun. Through hundreds of rounds of all kinds I NEVER had any kind of failure---AND IT WAS VERY ACCURATE. Not heavy, and NOT BIG---it fit a Glock 19 leather holster perfectly. Beside the S&W series 59 magazines fitting Daewoo, the Daewoo mags fit the Kel-Tec P-11 double stack 9mm perfectly. And you did not mention how SLICK that slide was on that forged aluminum frame, like BUTTAH......…………………...….elsullo
Man.. got a story of how I know about this gun. Worked at a small town police department In the 90s and the city.. the chief.. decided to save some money by purchasing these as the department issued sidearm. Before this we had to buy our own handgun and everybody was different. They wanted to get us to all having and using the same so we can be trained the same on paper..which makes sense when it comes to any potential future lawsuits. I was issued this one day and I was shown how to do the hammer deal. My first thought was it'll be 2 days before somebody accidentally discharges this. It was.. to me now this is opinion.. this was dangerous as hell. Edit: maybe was earlier version now i watch more but was 96 97 or so. Also yeah somebody on range etc could fairly safely use this but first hand experience I can tell you that when the crap hits the fan and you go to pull this out that's where the issue is. The pressure situation means you're not gently pulling a trigger to half cock etc or whatever. That was just my opinion..thx guys.
Outstanding video regarding a gun that I am still looking to snag. I really appreciate your insights on the DP 51. My Daewoo rifle is a sweetheart. Glad to know that Daewoo hit the target with this model pistol as well. Thanks again and have a great weekend, my friend! 🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸 Still have a Daewoo DP 51 pistol on my pistol “to acquire” list! I have a beautiful Daewoo rifle and love it. I do wish that more upgrades were available in the West.
Thanks man. If you were looking for a collector type gun, then the DP51 is good. If you want a gun to really use, the new LH9 is definitely a bit better... too bad those aren't coming into the country anymore either.
@@firydeth, my pleasure. The more information I glean, I would prefer the LH9. Perhaps I can find one that an owner is willing to make available. Have a great week, my friend.
I hate to ask, but do you know anything about parts compatibility, specifically with the slides and barrels, between the DP51 and its 40 cal counterpart, the DH40? I'm betting a DP51 slide assembly will plop right onto a DH40 frame and vise versa like many other pistols of the era... but I could be wrong.
So...can't you carry it cocked and locked in SA also? As far as lowering the hammer manually to DA, shouldn't it be the same as lowering the hammer manually on a CZ 75? I get that it's probably not ideal compared to a gun with a dedicated decocking mechanism.
It's a Milan brand watch that I picked up from Walmart about 15 years ago for $12. I wear it when my other watch battery dies and I'm too lazy to replace it.
Let me add that typewriter correction fluid easily but non-permanently turns front sights very bright, and rear sights into "white outline." It REALLY IS very bright, and durable, yet is easily removed with any gun solvent......…………...……….elsullo
Cant even get them in the US anymore. The reasonably priced LH9 from lionheart industries has morphed into the 1300 dollar plus regulus. I don’t know about you folks but 1300 bucks is seriously overpriced for a 9mm pistol. Even at today’s insane overpricing 1300 is an awful lot of money to shell out for what’s basically a service grade 9mm from Korea
I got a great condition daewoo dp51 a month ago on gunbroker for $540. That includes tax and shipping. It was sold from Trop Gun shop. I've taken it to the range a few times runs great, minor scratches on it but that's expected with how old some of these are. Idk if you specifically want the lh9 but the dp51 is a great buy if you're patient to look online for one.
Christian T I bought the DP51 as soon as it was sold in the market. I owned several pistols that I sold because it didn't meet my expectations. To this day I still have the DP51 and for keeps. It has a very unique feature not found in any gun - the fast action trigger along with good performance and excellent design.
@@daveagbulos3218 i completely agree. I find it unique and just incredibly pleasant to shoot or simply admire. It already feels like a nice little piece of history in my hands I'm glad i got my hands on one.
@@firydeth did you block the link I posted to a pronunciation guide with audio? If you did you don't have to be that salty about it, Ian McCollum got it wrong too.
@@nicholsliwilson I did not block any links. I know a bunch of Koreans and they all agree with Wikipedia that it is pronounced DAY-woo. Go complain about non-existent problems on someone else's video.
I bought the DP51 as soon as it was made available in the market. Indeed it is a magnificently made firearm with a very unique feature of the fast action trigger. The South Korean armed forces would not have adopted it as its standard side arm if it had inherent flaws. I sold several of my pistols that didn't meet my expectations. The DP51 is still with me to this day and for keeps.
I love my DP-51c. It's Smith & Wesson-esque, for sure--but I feel it's more refined, overall. Very high-quality piece of hardware made to military standards. As far as this gun being "un-safe"... initially, I had the tendency to flick the trigger back to single action, aim then fire. Which is fine, I guess... but... if you get ahead of yourself and start flicking the trigger back BEFORE you're on target... well, you know. As you said, stopping the pull in SA position isn't always easy. Long story short: pull the Fast Action trigger all in one stroke--don't try to stop it in SA, re-aim and fire it. I find the trigger works very well if you treat it like a very, very light double action. Good to see videos from you again. Your P5 and P1 videos were hallmarks of my early days as a burgeoning gun nut.
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I own a DP-51 and always hated the grips. Thank you for the tip about the Lionheart LH9 grips.
I have two of these pistols in .40 S&W. They are called DH40. I purchased them new in the late 90's with two 10 round mags. It was during the stupid clinton mag ban and older 12 round mags would not fit. At the time I was a revolver man and these are the only semi auto pistols I will ever own. I love them and will never sell them even though I am too old to use them anymore. I put over 1000 rounds through them and had one stove pipe on the first round out of the second mag on one of them. It must have been a bur on the mag lip. After that I never had another malfunction. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone who can gets their hands on one.
I bought my DP 51 as soon as it came out of the market. I still have it to this day and for keeps. The fast action trigger is considered an advance feature in some reviews.
Love my DP51. Plus, if you need support, various parts or magazines, the good people at Lionheart are happy to help.
Parts like the detent plunger in the safety!
I forget about that sometimes then get to search for it.
I remember my company commender using the K5 service pistol when I was doing my service in the Korean Army.
I believe that most officers who are issued with K5 seem not to be aware of its triple action trigger.
South Korean military had used 1911 for a few decades before they replaced them with k5. Soldiers are likely to carry their pistol if they do, cocked and locked or with chamber emptied.
Thanks! That's wild.
I can't imagine a trained soldier carrying this pistol on an empty chamber. Cocked and locked. Sure. Or hammer down, safety off in double action plus mode. Then you have the benefit of single action trigger without the hammer back to scare unknowing civilians.
But never on an empty chamber.
@@martclark2128 Soldiers keep their firearms stored in armories during peacetime, only taking them out for training or certain duties. Loading live ammunition is only done in situations requiring shooting, like marksmanship training. During guard duty, except for marksmanship training, I inserted a magazine loaded with blank rounds into my rifle but did not chamber any live rounds before starting duty. Live rounds are usually stored in safes with locking mechanisms within the base or carried by senior personnel. However, soldiers stationed near the North Korean border must chamber live rounds when going on 9duty.
In civilian areas, except for special circumstances, individual soldiers do not carry live ammunition. In summary, except for units stationed near the North Korean border, chambering live rounds is rare outside of training.
Especially during non-shooting exercises, soldiers carry their firearms but do not carry any ammunition. I want to emphasize that issuing live ammunition to individual soldiers in areas other than the border region is definitely not a routine occurrence.
Great gun! And your review was very well done.
Best review of this pistol I have seen yet!
I'm your 1000th subscriber. Keep up the high production quality dude.
I have the more rare and less desirable DH40 which is basically the same thing in .40. They are neat and I'm keeping an eye out for a cheap DP51 and K1A1.
This video is underrated
The DP51 fits the Fobus SG-21 holster (designed for the SIG P220/P225/P226/P228/P245 [and the associated S&W 39xx, 40xx, 59xx, and 69xx series]). And it is available in a LH version.
100% agree with you about the trigger. Clearly they were comments by someone who has not fired or only had minimal experience with the gun. I love mine and think it is great.
Nice video. Apparently, Mosin Crate are selling 3 of these pistols for $400 in very good condition. Thanks for the information regarding the firearm.
I had one of these years ago. Sold it to buy something else. I kick myself often for getting rid of it. Comfortable grip.
I bought the DP51 when it first came out on the market. I sold many other pistols I own except for this one that I still have this day and for keeps. The unique fast action trigger is considered a design that's ahead of its time.
I like the slow mo shoot start and end. And twin Eric. And you made me in line to get a DR51
I have a DP51 for sale, just like new.
My friend got dp51 he wants to sale
Had a DP51 for a short time, from slide lock last round fired when swapping magazine's it would release the slide and chamber the top round of the new magazine no need to depress the slide release don't know if this was intended kinda cool wish I still had it
A lot of guns will do that, it's called "inertia charging". You can still find DP51's around, or you can hunt down a new Lionheart.
I almost had an aneurysm trying to read the thumbnail lol. Great video as always!
Thanks, yeah its a little wacky
There's also the bhp safety hammer system. Most hipowers are single action though
i was like what the heck are those weird letter on the thumbnail
"If you can find one." Very seldom will an owner sell one unless poverty is involved! I had one for years and dearly miss it. SUPERB shooter in any mode---the trigger pull was smooth in any style, and I have never shot so well or with such confidence with any other gun. Through hundreds of rounds of all kinds I NEVER had any kind of failure---AND IT WAS VERY ACCURATE. Not heavy, and NOT BIG---it fit a Glock 19 leather holster perfectly. Beside the S&W series 59 magazines fitting Daewoo, the Daewoo mags fit the Kel-Tec P-11 double stack 9mm perfectly. And you did not mention how SLICK that slide was on that forged aluminum frame, like BUTTAH......…………………...….elsullo
I have one for sale. Like brand new.
Man.. got a story of how I know about this gun. Worked at a small town police department In the 90s and the city.. the chief.. decided to save some money by purchasing these as the department issued sidearm. Before this we had to buy our own handgun and everybody was different. They wanted to get us to all having and using the same so we can be trained the same on paper..which makes sense when it comes to any potential future lawsuits. I was issued this one day and I was shown how to do the hammer deal. My first thought was it'll be 2 days before somebody accidentally discharges this. It was.. to me now this is opinion.. this was dangerous as hell.
Edit: maybe was earlier version now i watch more but was 96 97 or so. Also yeah somebody on range etc could fairly safely use this but first hand experience I can tell you that when the crap hits the fan and you go to pull this out that's where the issue is. The pressure situation means you're not gently pulling a trigger to half cock etc or whatever. That was just my opinion..thx guys.
Outstanding video regarding a gun that I am still looking to snag. I really appreciate your insights on the DP 51.
My Daewoo rifle is a sweetheart. Glad to know that Daewoo hit the target with this model pistol as well.
Thanks again and have a great weekend, my friend! 🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸
Still have a Daewoo DP 51 pistol on my pistol “to acquire” list! I have a beautiful Daewoo rifle and love it. I do wish that more upgrades were available in the West.
Thanks man. If you were looking for a collector type gun, then the DP51 is good. If you want a gun to really use, the new LH9 is definitely a bit better... too bad those aren't coming into the country anymore either.
@@firydeth, my pleasure.
The more information I glean, I would prefer the LH9. Perhaps I can find one that an owner is willing to make available.
Have a great week, my friend.
I have one for sale in San Diego ca it’s a consignment pistol I can sell it to you through private party transfer with two ten round mags
I hate to ask, but do you know anything about parts compatibility, specifically with the slides and barrels, between the DP51 and its 40 cal counterpart, the DH40? I'm betting a DP51 slide assembly will plop right onto a DH40 frame and vise versa like many other pistols of the era... but I could be wrong.
Wow, no clue. It's possible.
So...can't you carry it cocked and locked in SA also? As far as lowering the hammer manually to DA, shouldn't it be the same as lowering the hammer manually on a CZ 75? I get that it's probably not ideal compared to a gun with a dedicated decocking mechanism.
You can carry it cocked and locked, but is not necessary.
What watch are you wearing? It looks like a mint dial with bronze bezel and I find it very interesting.
It's a Milan brand watch that I picked up from Walmart about 15 years ago for $12. I wear it when my other watch battery dies and I'm too lazy to replace it.
Rock on! Another great video. More please.
Let me add that typewriter correction fluid easily but non-permanently turns front sights very bright, and rear sights into "white outline." It REALLY IS very bright, and durable, yet is easily removed with any gun solvent......…………...……….elsullo
Great video! So, you guys are like, twins?
I wonder why it says "do not use +P" in the DP51 manual. 9mm NATO is hotter than 9mm +P.
Okay you get a thump up just on the intro alone. Slow-mo triple action.
good day sir what kind of guns similar to dp51? thanks
The gun is generally based on the Smith & Wesson 59 series of guns, but the trigger I thin is unique.
Lionheart makes a slightly newer model now.
Nice pistol.
This guy central washingtons.
Better then glock 🤗
Cant even get them in the US anymore. The reasonably priced LH9 from lionheart industries has morphed into the 1300 dollar plus regulus. I don’t know about you folks but 1300 bucks is seriously overpriced for a 9mm pistol. Even at today’s insane overpricing 1300 is an awful lot of money to shell out for what’s basically a service grade 9mm from Korea
I got a great condition daewoo dp51 a month ago on gunbroker for $540. That includes tax and shipping. It was sold from Trop Gun shop. I've taken it to the range a few times runs great, minor scratches on it but that's expected with how old some of these are. Idk if you specifically want the lh9 but the dp51 is a great buy if you're patient to look online for one.
Christian T I bought the DP51 as soon as it was sold in the market. I owned several pistols that I sold because it didn't meet my expectations. To this day I still have the DP51 and for keeps. It has a very unique feature not found in any gun - the fast action trigger along with good performance and excellent design.
@@daveagbulos3218 i completely agree. I find it unique and just incredibly pleasant to shoot or simply admire. It already feels like a nice little piece of history in my hands I'm glad i got my hands on one.
Somehow that thumbnail font is equally brain-breaking for someone trying to read English and Korean.
Praise ㅋ
Weird amalgam from "just-copy-everything" country.
Everyone says this gun has garbage accuracy
I shoot mediocre with it. the tolerances are intentionally a bit loose.
Glock auto
I know this is an older video but the constant gross mispronunciation of “Daewoo” bugs me.
That's what I was going for. Thanks!
@@firydeth no it isn’t.
@@nicholsliwilson From Wikipedia: Daewoo ˈdeɪwuː/ DAY-woo;
@@firydeth did you block the link I posted to a pronunciation guide with audio? If you did you don't have to be that salty about it, Ian McCollum got it wrong too.
@@nicholsliwilson I did not block any links. I know a bunch of Koreans and they all agree with Wikipedia that it is pronounced DAY-woo.
Go complain about non-existent problems on someone else's video.