We Torture Your Favorite Pistols In Mud (Glock, Sig, M&P, Desert Eagle, Staccato, etc)

Published on January 15, 2023
Duration: 32:32

Garand Thumb conducted a rigorous mud torture test on numerous popular handguns. The Sig M18 and Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 emerged as the sole survivors of the extreme mud immersion and crushing test, demonstrating exceptional reliability. While many pistols passed the initial mud test, only these two proved resilient under the most demanding conditions.

Quick Summary

The Sig Sauer M18 and Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 were the only pistols to pass Garand Thumb's extreme mud torture test flawlessly. This rigorous test involved submerging firearms in mud and applying significant pressure, demonstrating exceptional reliability and durability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Mud Torture Test Scenario
  2. 01:19Testing Procedure: Initial Mud Test
  3. 04:05Initial Mud Test: Glock, Sig, Beretta, PSA
  4. 05:50Initial Mud Test: M&P, CZ, Browning
  5. 07:11Initial Mud Test: 1911s & HK Mk23
  6. 08:28Initial Mud Test: Staccato, Walther, Desert Eagle
  7. 11:20Extreme Mud Test: The Mash Test
  8. 13:32Final Winners: Sig M18 & M&P 2.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Which pistols survived Garand Thumb's extreme mud torture test?

The Sig Sauer M18 and the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 were the only pistols that passed Garand Thumb's extreme mud test flawlessly. This test involved submerging the firearms in mud and then applying significant pressure, like being stepped on.

What was the testing procedure for the handguns in mud?

The initial test involved firing 5 rounds, submerging the pistol in mud (ejection port down), and attempting to fire another 5 rounds. Successful guns advanced to an 'Extreme Mud Test' involving dropping from shoulder height and being stepped on.

Did popular pistols like Glock and Staccato pass the mud test?

Glock 17 and 19 passed the initial mud test, but failed the extreme mud test. The Staccato P passed the initial test, but the Staccato XC failed due to its compensator and tight tolerances, and both likely failed the extreme test.

Which pistols failed the initial mud immersion test?

The Browning Hi-Power failed the initial mud test due to a failure to cycle/eject. The Staccato XC also failed due to its compensator and tight tolerances, preventing it from functioning after mud immersion.

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