Bear Creek Arsenal Stainless Steel Glock 19 Barrel

Published on December 6, 2020
Duration: 10:56

This review compares a Bear Creek Arsenal stainless steel barrel for the Glock 19 against the OEM Glock barrel. The presenter conducted an accuracy test and visual inspection after significant round counts, finding the Bear Creek Arsenal barrel to be potentially more accurate and showing comparable wear to the OEM barrel after thousands of rounds. The review highlights the cost-effectiveness of aftermarket barrels like Bear Creek Arsenal's.

Quick Summary

The Bear Creek Arsenal stainless steel Glock 19 barrel was found to be slightly more accurate than the OEM Glock barrel, despite having significantly fewer rounds fired through it (4,000 vs. 20,000). Both barrels showed comparable wear patterns and good rifling condition after extensive use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bear Creek Arsenal Glock 19 Barrel
  2. 00:17Barrel Comparison: Stainless vs OEM
  3. 00:52Visual Differences: Crown Design
  4. 01:21Round Count and Reliability
  5. 01:59Accuracy Test Setup
  6. 02:34Accuracy Test: OEM Barrel
  7. 03:26OEM Barrel Accuracy Results
  8. 04:23Swapping Barrels
  9. 05:07Accuracy Test: Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel
  10. 05:54Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel Accuracy Results
  11. 06:03Accuracy Test Comparison
  12. 06:25Testing New OEM Barrel
  13. 07:12Installing New OEM Barrel
  14. 07:23Accuracy Test: Brand New OEM Barrel
  15. 07:55New OEM Barrel Accuracy Results
  16. 08:21Post-Test Barrel Inspection
  17. 08:32Wear Comparison: OEM vs Bear Creek Arsenal
  18. 09:00Detailed Barrel Wear Examination
  19. 10:06Conclusion: Barrel Quality and Value
  20. 10:36Final Review Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Bear Creek Arsenal Glock 19 barrel compare in accuracy to the OEM barrel?

The presenter found the Bear Creek Arsenal stainless steel barrel to be slightly more accurate than the OEM Glock barrel, even after the OEM barrel had accumulated significantly more rounds (around 20,000 vs. 4,000 for the Bear Creek Arsenal barrel). This was an unexpected finding for the reviewer.

What is the typical round count for the barrels tested in this review?

The Bear Creek Arsenal barrel had approximately 4,000 rounds fired through it. The OEM Glock barrel used for comparison had between 15,000 and 20,000 rounds fired through it. A brand new OEM barrel was also tested for baseline comparison.

Are there any significant visual differences between the Bear Creek Arsenal and OEM Glock 19 barrels?

The primary visual difference noted was the crown of the barrel. The Bear Creek Arsenal barrel has a more squared-off crown, while the OEM Glock barrel has a more traditional crown. Other external dimensions were found to be nearly identical.

How does the wear on the Bear Creek Arsenal barrel compare to the OEM Glock barrel after extensive use?

After thousands of rounds, both barrels exhibited similar wear patterns. This included minor 'Glock smile' marks and wear on the underside of the barrel. The rifling on both barrels remained in good condition, suggesting comparable durability.

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