Quick Summary

Esai Givens considers the Glock 23 Gen 5 in .40 S&W his 'new favorite Glock' and a potential EDC, praising its size and feel. He warns against using AirPods Pro in transparency mode as ear protection indoors due to the risk of hearing damage. His one-handed shooting accuracy was deemed 'pretty good' for self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Warning
  2. 00:20Glocktober Episode 3: Glock 23 Gen 5 Unboxing Recap
  3. 01:06First Shots at the Range
  4. 01:57Reviewing First Target
  5. 02:14Camera Battery Issues & More Shooting
  6. 03:00Accuracy Analysis & Thumb Pull
  7. 03:22Loving the Glock 23: New EDC?
  8. 03:37AirPods Pro Safety Warning
  9. 04:29One-Handed Shooting Test
  10. 05:19One-Handed Shooting Results
  11. 05:46Heading Home for Review
  12. 06:01Post-Range Review: Grouping & Wind
  13. 06:27Final Thoughts on Glock 23 Gen 5
  14. 06:54Beaver Tail Modification
  15. 07:04No Accessories Needed
  16. 07:11All Black vs. Cerakote Debate
  17. 07:35Custom Cerakote & Slide Plate Plans
  18. 07:52Future Content: Outdoor Shooting
  19. 08:52Glock 23 vs. Glock 43X Carry Debate
  20. 09:20Outro & Future Content

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the presenter's initial impressions of the Glock 23 Gen 5?

The presenter, Esai Givens, is very impressed with the Glock 23 Gen 5 in .40 S&W, calling it his 'new favorite Glock' and a potential EDC. He finds its size great for the caliber and notes that adding a beaver tail helped with recoil and grip.

What safety warning does the presenter give regarding ear protection?

Esai Givens strongly advises against shooting indoors with AirPods Pro in transparency mode without additional ear protection. He experienced temporary hearing loss after doing so, emphasizing the danger of relying on them as sole hearing protection.

How did the presenter perform in one-handed shooting with the Glock 23 Gen 5?

Despite recording with his iPhone simultaneously, the presenter considered his one-handed shooting accuracy with the Glock 23 Gen 5 at seven yards to be 'pretty good,' deeming it suitable for self-defense scenarios.

What are the presenter's plans for customizing the Glock 23 Gen 5?

The presenter loves the all-black look of his Glock 23 Gen 5 and is considering buying a second one to keep stock. He plans to cerakote the current one and install a custom slide plate, though he's holding off on revealing the full design.

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