Watch This... before Stippling Your Custom Glock

Published on November 21, 2018
Duration: 13:49

This video details the benefits of professional stippling for custom Glock builds, focusing on Risen Gunworks. It highlights how aggressive textures and ergonomic frame modifications like grip reduction and accelerator cuts significantly improve handling and recoil control. The content compares professional stippling durability to other methods and discusses the pros and cons of sending a firearm for custom work.

Quick Summary

Professional Glock stippling, like Risen Gunworks' 'snake skin' texture, provides superior grip and durability compared to micro-dot patterns. It offers ergonomic benefits such as grip reduction and accelerator cuts, enhancing control and recoil management for duty or self-defense use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Custom Glock 34 Build
  2. 01:13Evolution of Stippling Techniques
  3. 02:29Risen Gunworks Frame Features
  4. 03:14Texture Durability Comparison
  5. 04:01Functional Ergonomic Cuts Explained
  6. 08:31Pros & Cons of Pro Stippling
  7. 12:36Final Verdict: Is it Worth It?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of professional Glock stippling?

Professional stippling offers significant ergonomic improvements, including enhanced grip texture for better control, grip reductions for a more comfortable fit, and functional cuts like accelerator grooves and double undercuts to improve shooting performance and recoil management.

How durable is Risen Gunworks' stippling compared to other methods?

Risen Gunworks' aggressive 'snake skin' texture is noted for its durability, maintaining grip integrity over time and resisting wear from holsters, unlike some micro-dot patterns that can collapse and smooth out.

What is the typical cost and turnaround time for professional Glock stippling?

Professional stippling packages generally range from $200 to $375. The lead time for the work is typically 4-6 weeks, not including shipping time.

What are the main drawbacks of sending a Glock for custom stippling?

The primary disadvantages are the cost of overnight shipping required for frames and the downtime of being without your firearm, which can be a significant issue if it's your primary carry or duty weapon.

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