Glock 19 Gen 4 Gauntlet Reliability Test: With Zev Trigger

Published on June 4, 2017
Duration: 9:42

This comprehensive reliability test of the Glock 19 Gen 4, conducted by Honest Outlaw, subjected the firearm to extreme conditions including water, sand, dirt, and mud. Despite modifications like a Zev trigger and Lone Wolf barrel, the stock internals proved resilient, surviving two full gauntlet runs with only a final failure attributed to severe mud and sand ingress. The test highlights the Glock 19 Gen 4's robust design and the effectiveness of American Eagle 124-grain NATO ammunition.

Quick Summary

The Glock 19 Gen 4 underwent an extreme gauntlet reliability test, enduring water, sand, dirt, and mud without cleaning. Despite a Zev trigger and Lone Wolf barrel, it completed two full cycles before failing after a final, severe mud and sand combination test.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction to Glock 19 Gen 4 Reliability Test
  2. 00:41Ammunition and Test Setup
  3. 01:46Gun Modifications and Initial Setup
  4. 02:09Water Test
  5. 02:38Slide Lock Back Clarification
  6. 03:11Sand Test
  7. 03:21Dirt and Mud Test
  8. 03:50Reloading and Continuing Test
  9. 04:17Mud and Dirt Ingestion
  10. 05:10Post-Mud Inspection
  11. 05:26Second Run Preparation
  12. 06:05Second Run Progress
  13. 07:11Final Mud and Sand Combination Test
  14. 07:35Final Failure
  15. 07:48Test Conclusion and Summary
  16. 08:43Real-World vs. Test Conditions
  17. 09:08Final Impression

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Glock 19 Gen 4 perform in the extreme gauntlet reliability test?

The Glock 19 Gen 4, even with a Zev trigger and Lone Wolf barrel, performed exceptionally well, completing two full gauntlet runs involving water, sand, dirt, and mud without cleaning. It only failed after a final, severe combination test.

What environmental conditions were used in the Glock 19 Gen 4 reliability test?

The Glock 19 Gen 4 was tested by being submerged in water, sand, dirt, and mud. These conditions were repeated for a second full gauntlet run to assess its durability.

Did the aftermarket modifications affect the Glock 19 Gen 4's reliability in the test?

The Glock 19 Gen 4 featured a Zev trigger kit and a Lone Wolf barrel, but its internals remained stock. The test indicated that these modifications did not hinder its impressive reliability under extreme conditions.

What caused the Glock 19 Gen 4 to fail in the reliability test?

The Glock 19 Gen 4 experienced a dead trigger and failed after a final, intense combination test of mud, dirt, and sand. This severe contamination likely obstructed critical internal mechanisms.

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