The QA Jan 2024 - SHOT Show Episode

This guide details the process of mounting a red dot optic onto a firearm, emphasizing proper thread preparation and the use of thread locker to prevent loosening. It highlights the importance of cleaning threads, applying appropriate thread locker, using a torque wrench for precise tightening, and creating witness marks for ongoing monitoring. The video demonstrates this process on a Bull Armory Ultralite Pro with a 507K footprint optic.

This guide details the installation of a Trijicon RCR red dot sight on a Glock 17 MOS pistol, emphasizing safety and precise torque specifications. The instruction, delivered with high authority, covers firearm clearing, slide disassembly, optic mounting with Loctite, and proper screw torquing using a Trijicon torque card. It highlights the importance of using the correct adapter plate for MOS systems and achieving the specified 13 inch-pounds of torque for secure mounting.

This video details the installation of an Arise Manufacturing optic plate for a Glock Gen 6, emphasizing the importance of quality components and proper technique. Jordan from Arise Manufacturing explains the design philosophy behind their plates, focusing on durability and reliability over tens of thousands of rounds. The discussion highlights potential failure points with factory or lower-quality plates, such as screw loosening and material degradation near the ejection port, and contrasts them with Arise's premium solution.

This guide details the installation of the Viridian RFX1 Custom green dot sight onto a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 pistol. It highlights the use of a custom mounting bracket that replaces the rear sight and emphasizes the importance of using a sight pusher tool due to the difficulty of removing the factory rear sight. The video, presented by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV, offers practical advice for firearm modification.

This guide details the process of installing an optic on a Glock Gen5 pistol. It covers ensuring firearm safety, disassembling the slide, selecting the correct optic plate (including options for RMR, C-More, and Leupold/EOTech footprints), mounting the plate and optic, and reassembling the firearm. The importance of using manufacturer-provided screws and adhering to torque specifications is emphasized.

This guide details the professional installation of an Aimpoint ACRO P-2 optic onto a Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS. It emphasizes proper cleaning of mounting surfaces with isopropyl alcohol and the critical use of Loctite 243 threadlocker for securing the adapter plate, along with applying witness marks for maintenance. The video demonstrates expert-level attention to detail, reflecting a high degree of firearm handling proficiency.

This video showcases a novel magnetic optic mount for pistols, demonstrating its quick attachment and detachment capabilities. The speaker tests its retention by racking the slide, highlighting its potential as a firearm innovation. While initially shown on a Glock, the mount is available for other platforms like Sig Sauer and HK.

This guide covers the basic operation and features of the EOTECH OGL, a compact laser aiming device. It highlights the interface controls, including the activation button and the illuminator adjustment lever, and explains the benefit of co-aligned visible and IR lasers for simplified zeroing. The use of VCSEL technology is also noted.

This entry details the innovative Full Conceal M1 system for the Sig P320 and a prototype Folding Glock 19, both designed for enhanced concealability. The M1 system, priced at $899, integrates an 18+1 capacity with a smartphone-like footprint and active retention. The Folding Glock 19 prototype showcases a unique mechanism for rapid deployment from a compact state, utilizing a 23-round 9mm magazine. Expert insights from Chris Tran (Guns & Tactics Magazine) and Mike (Full Conceal) highlight the technical aspects and practical applications of these designs.

This guide, drawing on expert instruction from UN12 Magazine, details the critical steps for properly installing and maintaining firearm sights. It emphasizes the use of witness marks on red dot sights to ensure screw security and highlights the importance of checking iron sights for mechanical integrity to prevent zero loss. Proper installation and regular checks are vital for all sighting systems.