Wow. There are lots of Bul options. I made the (additional) mistake of looking beyond the SOF (even though listed at $1950 (although out of stock). Ultralight. Ultralight 2026. EDC. My head is spinning at all of the "x" vs "y" comparison searches in my future.
For sure.
I think that US website helps break it down, though - first main choice is 1911 (single stack) vs SAS lines (double stack).
They then break them down by competition vs EDC/duty carry. For the double-stacks, the ones they tag as 'comp' guns are the really tricked-out race guns, so easy to ignore them. The EDC/duty list still includes some that would be fine for comps.
So, if you're wanting double stack, that takes you down to 30 options (
https://ustore.bularmory.com/products/edc--duty).
Main differentiations from there are:
Length: 3.25, 4.35 or 5 in.
Comped or not ('Pro' model are the comped)
Frame: Stainless vs aluminium (usually badged as 'EDC' models)
If they had a comparison chart or sheet, that might make it easy, but if you know what you want from the above, it's not too hard to work it out (or just create your own comparison list).
I think part of the challenge is that page lists the updated 2026 versions, so there's about double what there should be. Might mean you can track some pre-2026 models down cheaper though.
Sorry, who are Ben and Joel? Any other links you can recommend? (We have an unusual winter storm coming, so I am anticipating lots of down time.)
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@id_jon said, Ben Stoeger and Joel Park. Ben is a multi-time IPSC champion. Both teach, put out no-fluff training tips videos (often in response to listener questions), and have some helpful handgun training manuals available on Amazon (some were reissued by Skyhorse Publishing last year, so just make sure you get the current version).
Lots of good drills in the books. Their technical videos don't traffic in pseudo-scientific mumbo-jumbo, just use everyday language and don't over-complicate things.
Joel also has a podcast, and they run the PTSG (Practical Shooting Training Group) along with Hwansik Kim. They'll sometimes team up with others for training, such as Matt Pranka and Nick Young.
how did you find this LGS with a "pre-order notice"? Happenstance? Watching Bul's social medias? Getting on a secret list from Bul Armory? Maybe like special concert ticket access - you are a member of the fan club? Did you manifest that access? Askin' for a friend.
Ha. Just on the email list from the distributor; they put a call out for deposits for new pistols they're importing, which helps them gauge the market interest, and get some up-front capital to assist with the orders. It's handy ... and dangerous!
My C was delivered to my LGS yesterday just before closing time. I will get it Monday, unless we are snowed/iced in. (Note - I could get there, but they may be closed.)
Yay. For the C re Bul - chances are good that the C will be better quality, so maybe shoot the heck out of it and then see if you still have an itch or not.
And please don't risk it re the snow and ice; I work in emergency management, and we're far happier when people just stay home and don't become statistics!
