Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS Review -- My EDC Setup 1 Year Later

Published on April 9, 2022
Duration: 16:30

This review of the Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS after one year of EDC highlights its improved ergonomics, particularly the removal of finger grooves and aggressive grip texture. The Gen 5 trigger is noted as a slight improvement over previous generations, though still a Glock trigger with creep. The MOS system is functional, and the recommended setup includes a Holosun 507C red dot with Ameriglo iDot sights for co-witnessing. Accuracy is reported as good, with approximately 1-inch groups at 25 yards offhand.

Quick Summary

The Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS offers improved ergonomics with removed finger grooves and an aggressive grip texture. Its trigger is a slight upgrade from previous generations. Recommended for EDC is a Holosun 507C red dot with Ameriglo iDot sights, and Hornady HST ammunition, achieving about 1-inch accuracy at 25 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction
  2. 00:15Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS Review
  3. 01:31Fit'n Fire Newsletter
  4. 02:24Gen 5 Improvements
  5. 03:36Ergonomics: Grip and Magwell
  6. 05:25Ergonomics and Point-and-Shoot
  7. 07:04Trigger Performance
  8. 08:32MOS System Setup
  9. 09:37Sights and Co-Witnessing
  10. 10:01MOS Plate Reliability
  11. 10:39Weapon Light: SureFire X300U
  12. 11:07Ammunition: Hornady HST
  13. 11:27Accuracy and Zeroing
  14. 12:32Moving On From Glock 19 EDC
  15. 13:26Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS: A Workhorse
  16. 14:19Glocks Aren't For Everyone
  17. 14:47Closing the Glock Chapter for EDC
  18. 15:01Testing Glock 48 MOS
  19. 15:26Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key ergonomic improvements on the Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS?

The Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS features a removal of finger grooves, which many find more comfortable and conducive to a consistent grip. It also has an aggressive grip texture that provides good purchase without being uncomfortable for concealed carry.

How is the trigger on the Glock 19 Gen 5 compared to previous generations?

The Gen 5 Glock trigger is considered a slight improvement over older generations due to internal upgrades. While it still has a distinct wall and some creep before breaking, it's generally perceived as a better, though still characteristically Glock, trigger pull.

What is the recommended setup for the Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS for concealed carry?

The recommended setup includes a Holosun 507C red dot sight for quick target acquisition, Ameriglo iDot sights for co-witnessing, and Hornady HST ammunition for personal defense. A SureFire X300U light is functional but may be large for appendix carry.

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS?

With the Gen 5 barrel and appropriate ammunition, good accuracy is achievable. The speaker reports being able to obtain approximately 1-inch groups at 25 yards when zeroing the red dot sight offhand.

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