12 DAYS OF GLOCKTOBER | DAY 1

Published on October 20, 2024
Duration: 11:44

This video features the first day of a 'Glocktober' series, focusing on the Glock 17 Gen 5. The instructor provides an in-depth shooting review, discussing its feel, performance, and specific features. Key takeaways include its suitability as a duty pistol, its shooting characteristics, and the instructor's personal experience with its grip size and trigger.

Quick Summary

The Glock 17 Gen 5 is a full-size duty pistol known for its reliable performance and features like a slide that auto-drops upon magazine insertion. While the grip may feel large for some, it shoots well and manages recoil effectively, making it a solid choice for range use without modifications.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Welcome & Glocktober Intro
  2. 00:30Introducing the Glock 17
  3. 00:35Glock 17 Gen 5 Specs
  4. 01:10Glock 17 Features (Sights, Safety, Texturing)
  5. 02:03Magazine and First Shots
  6. 02:21Glock 17 Gen 5 Overview
  7. 02:50First Shooting Impressions
  8. 03:14Trigger Pull Adjustment
  9. 03:42Second Set of Shots & Feel
  10. 04:16Shooting Like a Glock
  11. 04:32Grip Size Discussion
  12. 05:02Magazine Release Review
  13. 05:42Third Set of Shots: Double Taps
  14. 06:22Double Tap Technique Practice
  15. 06:45Double Tap Accuracy
  16. 07:00Recoil Management During Double Taps
  17. 07:19Second Double Tap Session
  18. 07:24Slide Drop on Mag Insertion
  19. 07:54Third Double Tap Session
  20. 08:15Overall Shooting Impression
  21. 08:24Optics Readiness
  22. 08:46First Time Shooting Glock 17
  23. 09:11Trigger Feel vs. Performance
  24. 09:31Recommendation for Standard Glock 17
  25. 09:42Final Double Tap Shots
  26. 10:35Final Thoughts on Glock 17
  27. 10:58Glocktober Day 1 Wrap-up
  28. 11:20Viewer Engagement & Next Episode

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Glock 17 Gen 5?

The Glock 17 Gen 5 is a full-size duty pistol, often used by law enforcement. It features a slide that auto-drops upon magazine insertion, lacks finger grooves for a consistent grip, and has standard Glock sights. This specific model is not optics-ready.

How does the Glock 17 Gen 5 feel and shoot?

The instructor found the Glock 17 Gen 5 to shoot very well, despite personal reservations about Glock triggers. It felt good in hand, and recoil management was effective, even during double-tap drills. The grip size was noted as being a bit large for the instructor's hands.

What is the significance of the slide auto-dropping on the Glock 17 Gen 5?

The slide auto-dropping when a magazine is inserted is a feature the instructor appreciates. While the exact technical reason isn't detailed, it's noted as a positive functional aspect that doesn't occur with all firearms.

Is the Glock 17 Gen 5 recommended for modifications?

For range use, the instructor suggests running the standard Glock 17 Gen 5 as-is without any modifications. They feel it performs well in its stock configuration for recreational shooting purposes.

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