Glock 45 Upgrades to Consider

Published on August 2, 2024
Duration: 27:10

This video details a comprehensive custom build of a Glock 45, dubbed the 'G45 Limited', focusing on aesthetic and performance enhancements. The build incorporates premium parts from Gun Company, custom slide work and engravings from Monsoon Tactical, and specialized stippling. The presenter emphasizes the modularity and functionality of the build, showcasing it as a complete loadout with custom cases and accessories, suitable for both concealed carry and range use.

Quick Summary

The Glock 45 'G45 Limited' custom build enhances performance and aesthetics with upgrades like a stripped slide, custom window cuts, Night Fision sights, a Trijicon SRO, brass controls for recoil mitigation, and a ported barrel for a softer shooting experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:41Introduction & Episode Preview
  2. 01:24The G45 Limited Masterpiece Revealed
  3. 02:24Glock 45 Base Pistol Selection
  4. 02:37Slide Upgrades: SRO, Sights, and Custom Cuts
  5. 03:15Engravings and Brass Backplate
  6. 03:42Frame Customization: Stippling and Gas Pedals
  7. 04:00Controls: Mag Release, Trigger, and Magwell
  8. 04:08Brass Base Pads and Magazine Details
  9. 04:15Favorite Build Features: Stipple and Grip
  10. 05:00Brass Components and Recoil Mitigation
  11. 05:17Stripped Slide Aesthetics and Durability
  12. 05:55Ported Barrel: Lucky 7 and Recoil Muting
  13. 07:02Suppressor Height Sights and TLR-7A Light
  14. 07:31Brass Base Pads for Magazine Ejection
  15. 08:01Optimized Performance for EDC
  16. 08:19Loadout: Custom Case and Accessories
  17. 09:11Extra Barrel and Ear Protection
  18. 09:38Killer Innovations Comp and Barrel Fluting
  19. 10:12Bottom Layer: Holster and Shot Timer
  20. 10:25Tier One Wingman Holster Review
  21. 11:11Shooters Global Shot Timer
  22. 11:23Ammunition Selection
  23. 12:01The Importance of the Trigger Upgrade
  24. 13:19Range Test: Bill Drill and Body/Head Shots
  25. 15:11Range Test: Single Shot Draws
  26. 16:04Range Test: Multiple Distances and Targets
  27. 17:02Range Test: Follow-up Shots and Time Shaving
  28. 18:51Range Test: Bill Drill on Small Target
  29. 20:05Porting vs. Compensator Discussion
  30. 21:11Suppressed Shooting with SilencerCo Can
  31. 22:16The 'Clone' Build: Gunny's Glock 45
  32. 23:11Comparing Custom vs. Clone Builds
  33. 25:33How to Clone Your Own G45 Limited
  34. 25:47Range Day Challenge Prize
  35. 26:35Episode Recap and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Glock 45 a good base for custom builds?

The Glock 45 is selected for its ideal size, offering a balance between concealability for everyday carry and sufficient ergonomics for comfortable and effective shooting on the range.

What are the key aesthetic and performance upgrades on the G45 Limited?

The build features a stripped slide with custom window cuts, Night Fision suppressor height sights, a Trijicon SRO optic, custom stippling, brass controls, a ported barrel for recoil reduction, and a TLR-7A light.

How do brass components affect the Glock 45 build?

Brass parts like the magazine release, trigger plunger, backplate, and base pads add visual appeal and increase weight in key areas, which can help mitigate recoil and improve magazine ejection speed.

What is the benefit of a ported barrel like the 'Lucky 7' on a Glock?

A ported barrel vents gas upwards, reducing muzzle rise and perceived recoil, leading to a softer shooting experience. However, it may require a firm grip to prevent malfunctions.

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