100 Day Glock Torture Test (Buried, Frozen, Salt Water, Fresh Water & More!)

Published on December 22, 2023
Duration: 30:54

This 100-day torture test subjected five Glock 19 Gen 5 pistols to extreme conditions: pond water, ocean water, freezing, direct burial, and burial in a Ziploc bag. While the Ziploc-protected Glock performed flawlessly, others showed varying degrees of corrosion and cycling issues. Notably, even the heavily rusted ocean water Glock managed to fire, and the frozen Glock was fully functional after thawing, demonstrating Glock's renowned durability.

Quick Summary

The 100-day Glock torture test involved submerging pistols in pond and ocean water, freezing them, and burying them in dirt and a Ziploc bag. While the Ziploc-protected Glock performed flawlessly, others showed corrosion and cycling issues, though most remained functional after thawing or rinsing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit & Test Setup
  2. 00:41Introducing the 100-Day Glock Torture Test
  3. 01:14Test Conditions: Frozen, Buried, Submerged
  4. 02:22Retrieving the Buried Glocks
  5. 04:39Breaking Free the Frozen Glock
  6. 06:17Assessing Water Submerged Glocks
  7. 08:38Firing Test: Frozen Glock (Initial Failure)
  8. 10:04Firing Test: Ziploc Buried Glock
  9. 11:19Firing Test: Direct Burial Glock
  10. 12:53Firing Test: Pond & Ocean Water Glocks
  11. 16:15Final Test: Thawed Frozen Glock Success

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions were the Glocks subjected to in the 100-day torture test?

Five Glock 19 Gen 5 pistols endured 100 days submerged in pond water, ocean water, frozen in ice, buried directly in dirt, and buried inside a Ziploc bag. Each was loaded with 10 rounds of 9mm Underwood ammo.

Did the Glock survive being frozen for 100 days?

Yes, the frozen Glock 19 Gen 5 was initially non-functional due to ice. After thawing and rinsing, it functioned perfectly with fresh ammunition, proving the freezing process did not cause permanent damage.

How did the Glocks buried in dirt and water perform?

The Glock buried in a Ziploc bag performed flawlessly. The one directly in dirt fired but had cycling issues until rinsed. The pond water Glock also had cycling problems, while the heavily rusted ocean water Glock fired its rounds despite severe corrosion.

What does the Glock torture test reveal about their durability?

The test demonstrates Glock's exceptional durability. Even after extreme abuse like salt water submersion and freezing, the pistols remained functional, with only the Ziploc-protected gun performing without any issues.

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