Custom FDE Glock 20 Gen 5: Build Walkthrough

Published on December 27, 2024
Duration: 8:19

This video provides a detailed walkthrough of a custom Glock 20 Gen 5 build by Glock Store Performance and Custom Shop. It covers Cerakoting the slide and frame, applying laser stippling, installing a Streamlight TLR-1 weapon light, mounting a Trijicon HD optic with suppressor-height sights for co-witness, and upgrading controls with extended parts and a tungsten guide rod. The presenter, Lenny McGill, highlights the increasing popularity of the 10mm cartridge and the precision of modern laser stippling.

Quick Summary

The custom Glock 20 Gen 5 build features the 10mm Auto caliber, known for its stopping power. Customizations include Cerakote finishes, basket weave laser stippling for grip, a Streamlight TLR-1 weapon light, and a Trijicon HD optic with suppressor-height sights for co-witness. Custom builds typically have a 4-8 week lead time.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction & Custom Shop
  2. 00:20Glock 20 Gen 5 Base Model
  3. 00:29Popularity of 10mm Auto
  4. 01:24Custom Build Overview
  5. 01:29Cerakote & Laser Stippling
  6. 02:33Cerakote Colors Explained
  7. 02:54Weapon Light Installation (Streamlight TLR-1)
  8. 03:59Optic Mounting (Trijicon HD on MOS)
  9. 04:51Suppressor Height Sights & Co-Witness
  10. 05:31Extended Controls Upgrade
  11. 06:06Tungsten Guide Rod
  12. 06:10Customer Specified Build
  13. 06:20How to Order a Custom Build
  14. 06:53Custom Build Lead Times
  15. 07:17Glock Store Services & Location
  16. 07:47Conclusion & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the custom Glock 20 Gen 5 featured in the video?

The custom Glock 20 Gen 5 is chambered in 10mm Auto. This caliber has gained popularity for its significant stopping power, making it a choice for self-defense against dangerous game.

What customization techniques were applied to the Glock 20 Gen 5?

The custom Glock 20 Gen 5 features Cerakote finishes on the slide and frame, along with intricate basket weave laser stippling for enhanced grip. It also includes a weapon-mounted light and an upgraded optic.

What optic and sights were used on the custom Glock 20 Gen 5?

The build includes a Trijicon HD optic with circle-dot technology mounted on the MOS slide. To ensure co-witness with the optic, suppressor-height True Glo sights were installed.

What are the typical lead times for a custom firearm build from Glock Store?

Custom firearm builds from Glock Store generally take between 4 to 8 weeks to complete. This timeframe accounts for the personalized selection and installation of various components.

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