Si può vincere una gara con la GLOCK? #shooting

Published on January 31, 2025
Duration: 21:08

This video explores the competitive potential of a modified Glock 47 in an IDPA competition. The instructor details the setup of the pistol with aftermarket accessories and shares insights from his first IDPA match in over a decade. He analyzes various stages, highlighting techniques, rule interpretations, and personal mistakes, ultimately concluding that the Glock 47, with proper setup, is a competitive platform, with performance largely dependent on the shooter's skill and adaptation to the discipline.

Quick Summary

A modified Glock 47 can be competitive in IDPA, as demonstrated by its use in a recent match. Key factors include proper modifications like an optic and ergonomic enhancements, along with adapting to the pistol's unique grip angle and trigger. While the platform is capable, shooter skill and adherence to competition rules are crucial for success.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Glock 47 in Competition
  2. 00:11New Headquarters & Project 47
  3. 00:47Project 47: Glock 47 for Competition
  4. 00:51Partner Companies: Bignami, Tony System, Holosun, Ghost
  5. 01:11Pistol Configuration for Competition
  6. 01:26Balancing Tests: Mass and Center of Gravity
  7. 02:00Initial Training & Feeling Adaptation
  8. 02:13Comparing Glock 47 to More Structured Pistols
  9. 02:43Grip Angle and Trigger Characteristics
  10. 03:10First IDPA Match in Over 10 Years
  11. 03:10IDPA Rule Changes and Freedoms
  12. 03:48Mistake: Improper Magazine Change
  13. 04:05Analysis of First Exercise
  14. 04:27Competitiveness of a Modified Out-of-the-Box Gun
  15. 04:44Optics vs. Iron Sights in Competition
  16. 04:54Notable Shooters in the Competition
  17. 05:05PCC vs. Handgun Competitiveness
  18. 05:30Analyzing the Competition: Exercise by Exercise
  19. 05:56Understanding IDPA Discipline
  20. 06:21Exercise 1: Warm-up Sequence
  21. 07:08Exercise 2: Starting with Backs to Targets
  22. 08:03Exercise 3: Mandatory Engagement within Blue Line
  23. 09:06Designing IDPA Matches
  24. 09:42Exercise 4: Magazine Retention Rule Interpretation
  25. 10:57Exercise 5: Table as Retention and Target Sequence
  26. 12:00Exercise 6: Sitting on an Exercise Bike
  27. 13:20Exercise 7: Movement Reload Before Second Card Group
  28. 14:23Mistake: Dropping Magazine During Reload
  29. 15:09Exercise 8: Complex Sequence with Cover and Barricade
  30. 15:51Mistake: Positioning Against Barricade
  31. 16:35No-Shoot Penalty and Valid Shot
  32. 16:51Last Exercise: Central Cards and Magazine Change Options
  33. 17:20Strategy for the Last Exercise
  34. 17:27Glock 47 Performance in Competition
  35. 17:38Dedicated Setting for Glock Grip
  36. 18:26General Classification and Results
  37. 18:51Instructor's Overall Placement and Penalties
  38. 19:10Comparison of Times: Winner vs. Instructor
  39. 19:17Pistol vs. Shooter Handicap
  40. 19:42Project 47 Conclusion: Milling and Assembly
  41. 20:01Trigger Issues and Potential Fixes
  42. 20:18Trigger Superiority over Safe Action
  43. 20:27Bignami's Absence at EOS
  44. 20:33Conclusion and Call for Comments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Glock 47 be competitive in shooting sports like IDPA?

Yes, a Glock 47 can be competitive in IDPA with proper modifications. The instructor in this video successfully used a modified Glock 47, featuring an optic and ergonomic enhancements, in an IDPA match, demonstrating its viability as a competition platform.

What modifications were made to the Glock 47 for competition?

The Glock 47 was modified with a Holosun SCS optic for improved target acquisition. Accessories from Tony System and a Ghost International holster were also used, focusing on ergonomics and competition-specific functionality for IDPA.

What are some common mistakes made by shooters in IDPA competitions?

Common mistakes include improper magazine changes (e.g., not using transitions, dropping magazines), misinterpreting rules like magazine retention, and poor positioning relative to cover, which can lead to penalties or missed targets.

How does the Glock 47's recoil and balance compare to other pistols for competition?

The Glock 47 is described as having excellent reaction to fire and transmitting slightly more energy than a Glock 17, but it remains controllable and stable on target. Its balance, particularly with an aluminum miniskirt mass, aids in keeping the point still.

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