This review of the Ruger RXM, tested over 1000 rounds, highlights its value and extensive customization potential. The Magpul EHG RG9 grip module easily converts the RXM to a Glock 47 platform, and its compatibility with Glock Gen3 parts offers significant aftermarket support. The firearm demonstrates reliability with various ammunition types and accessories like compensators and suppressors.
This guide provides an expert assessment of the Glock Gen 6 pistol, focusing on grip feel, texture, and trigger characteristics compared to the Gen 5. Instruction from a professional competitive shooter highlights subtle differences in grip size and trigger break, offering practical advice for shooters considering an upgrade. The analysis also touches on recoil impulse and its impact on shooting dynamics.
This review of the 'Gen 6' Glock, presented by PewView, offers a critical assessment from an experienced firearms instructor. The analysis delves into trigger feel, ergonomics, and accuracy, comparing it against previous generations and competing models like the CZ P10 and Springfield Echelon. The speaker highlights areas for improvement, suggesting that while the Gen 6 is a step forward, many users will still opt for aftermarket modifications to achieve peak performance.
This review of the Glock 17 Gen 6, presented by Guido from Vampire Guns, offers an in-depth analysis of its performance and technical updates. The host, demonstrating high authority, highlights improvements in balance due to the Glock 47-style slide, a refined trigger with a flush safety lever, and enhanced ergonomics via a deeper trigger guard undercut and reprofiled grip. While praising the flatter shooting and improved manipulation, he also points out potential issues for shooters with larger hands and the slide stop's design.
This video provides an expert-level unboxing and overview of the new Glock 19 Gen 6, presented by Dustin, a firearms instructor. Key updates include an integrated beavertail, deeper slide serrations for easier manipulation, and the new Optic Ready System (ORS) utilizing plastic washers for direct optic mounting. The grip features an aggressive RTF texture with a 'gas pedal' thumb rest, and the controls have been refined with an extended magazine release and enhanced slide stop guard. Internal modifications are noted to potentially aid legal compliance in certain jurisdictions.
This video provides an expert-level overview of the new Glock Gen 6, highlighting significant ergonomic and mechanical upgrades. The presenter, demonstrating high authority, details improvements in grip texture, integrated thumb shelf, beaver tail length, and a new flat-faced trigger. Key internal changes include the extractor mechanism and a return to a single-coil recoil spring, alongside increased slide/frame modularity. The optic mounting system has also been revised.
This expert-level analysis of the Glock Gen 6, presented by Shark Coast Tactical, details significant ergonomic enhancements including improved grip contours, an undercut trigger guard, and a longer beavertail. The new stippling pattern offers better traction, and the flat-faced trigger is a factory improvement. The video also covers updates to the MOS system, a redesigned extractor, and a return to a single-coil recoil spring, with a critical look at the new thumb ledge.
Ben Stoeger provides a critical review of SHOT Show 2026, noting a 'Trump slump' and less innovation. He discusses high-end and novel pistols like the Rytard Arsenal Dragon and Zermatt Arms Waltz, analyzes Kimber's entry into the budget 2011 market with the 2K11, and expresses skepticism about Shadow Systems' premium offerings. Stoeger also touches on new optics like the O-Sight, the Glock Gen 6's improved recoil, and the value of the M&P Steel Frame.
Roger Barrera from QVO Tactical showcases the Primary Arms HTX-1 handgun red dot at SHOT Show 2026. The optic features an ACSS reticle designed for quick aiming and a proprietary low-profile mounting system. Barrera demonstrates its compatibility with standard iron sights on a Glock 47, highlighting its ability to achieve a full co-witness without suppressor-height sights. The HTX-1 is noted for its in-stock availability.
This expert-level comparison, presented by a firearms instructor from Gun For Hire Range, details the key differences between Glock Gen 3 and Gen 5 pistols. It highlights Gen 5 improvements like ambidextrous controls, enhanced modularity (e.g., slide/frame swaps), a tapered slide for easier holstering, removal of finger grooves, a flared magwell for faster reloads, and front slide serrations. The instructor also touches on recoil assembly differences and personal preferences, offering valuable insights for firearm enthusiasts.
Ben Stoeger provides a candid, performance-oriented review of the Taran Tactical Innovations (TTI) Ballet Glock 17 Gen 5. He highlights its enhanced features like a 2lb Timney trigger and a deep-chambered compensator, which significantly flattens the shooting profile. While acknowledging the TTI package's superior reciprocation compared to a Glock 47 with a Ramjet Afterburner, Stoeger ultimately deems the $4,500 MSRP excessive for a Glock, despite its impressive performance.
Joel Park, a seasoned firearms instructor, explains that recoil springs primarily affect the shooter's perception of recoil, not objective performance. Lighter springs can make a firearm feel 'softer' or 'snappier,' while heavier springs can increase perceived recoil. Muzzle bounce is generally attributed to grip and technique rather than spring weight. He also discusses ammunition weight preferences and the importance of recoil springs for reliability over high round counts.
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