Glock 22 Gen 4 with BT Guide Rod (HD)

Published on April 27, 2015
Duration: 15:56

This video reviews BT Guide Rods for Glock pistols, specifically the Glock 22 Gen 4, Glock 26 Gen 4, and Glock 30 Gen 4. The presenters highlight the improved reliability, particularly in returning to battery, and the enhanced performance in double-tap shooting drills. The guide rods are constructed from strong 17-4 PH1150 steel with a smooth, black oxide finish, designed to maintain factory dimensions and stay tight without Loctite.

Quick Summary

BT Guide Rods for Glock pistols are constructed from strong 17-4 PH1150 steel with a smooth, roller-burnished finish to enhance reliability and performance. They are designed to ensure the pistol fully returns to battery, preventing malfunctions, and can contribute to faster, more accurate double-tap shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to BT Guide Rods
  2. 00:13History with BT Guide Rods
  3. 00:26Glock Models Tested
  4. 00:46Switching to BT Guide Rods
  5. 00:54Glock Store Brand Issues
  6. 01:12Contacting BT Guide Rods
  7. 01:36How to Install BT Guide Rod
  8. 01:53Removing Factory Guide Rod
  9. 01:56BT Guide Rod Construction
  10. 02:17Lone Wolf Barrels Mention
  11. 02:25Aftermarket Options
  12. 02:39Testing Return to Battery
  13. 03:04BT Guide Rod Reliability
  14. 03:09Subscriber Feedback
  15. 03:25Glock 22 Guide Rod Availability
  16. 03:35Glock 26 Performance
  17. 03:39Steel Strength
  18. 03:44Factory Spring Inclusion
  19. 03:57Material Specs (17-4 PH1150)
  20. 04:07Screw Material (303 Stainless)
  21. 04:12No Adjustment Needed
  22. 04:29Threaded Joint Design
  23. 04:37Roller Burnish Finish
  24. 04:43Minimizing Squeaking
  25. 05:07CNC Machining
  26. 05:10Drop-in Assembly
  27. 05:21Smoothness Comparison
  28. 05:35RMS Finish Details
  29. 05:58Black Oxide Treatment
  30. 06:08Black Oxide Benefits
  31. 06:16Melanite Finish
  32. 06:21Beretta 92/96 Guide Rods
  33. 06:44Daily Carry EDC
  34. 06:54Glock 30 Gen 4 EDC
  35. 07:04Glock 30 Gen 4 Lockback
  36. 07:15Glock 30 Gen 4 Performance
  37. 07:27Black Oxide Finish Durability
  38. 07:36Previous Guide Rods
  39. 07:47BT Guide Rod Quality
  40. 08:00Recommendation for 4th Gen Glocks
  41. 08:05Beretta 92/96 Recommendation
  42. 08:12Cost vs. Value
  43. 08:27No Malfunctions
  44. 08:36Future Products
  45. 08:51Dan Wesson 715 Mention
  46. 09:05First BT Guide Rod Shooting Video
  47. 09:32Recoil Demonstration
  48. 09:52Glock 22 Double Tap Attempt
  49. 10:07Double Tap Success
  50. 10:19Owner's Claim on Double Taps
  51. 10:33First Double Tap Impression
  52. 10:40More Shooting
  53. 11:00Double Tap Accuracy
  54. 11:14Second Mag with BT Guide Rod
  55. 11:46Double Tap After Double Tap
  56. 11:57Concentration on Double Taps
  57. 12:05Third Mag of 40 S&W
  58. 12:13Perfecting Double Taps
  59. 12:35Enjoying the Guide Rod
  60. 13:04Day One Double Tap Practice
  61. 13:09Guide Rod Ran 100%
  62. 13:12Glock 22 Gen 4 FDE Perfect
  63. 13:24Glock 22 Gen 4 with BT Guide Rod
  64. 14:23Group Size with BT Guide Rod
  65. 14:37Guide Rod Finish Match
  66. 14:49CH Shots Grouping
  67. 15:27Group Analysis
  68. 15:3615 Rounds Group
  69. 15:44Best Pistol Shooting
  70. 15:46Second Amendment Reminder

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main benefits of using a BT Guide Rod in a Glock pistol?

BT Guide Rods are designed to enhance reliability, ensuring the pistol fully returns to battery, which is crucial for preventing malfunctions. They are constructed from strong 17-4 PH1150 steel and feature a smooth finish that can improve shooting performance, particularly in rapid-fire scenarios like double-taps.

What materials are BT Guide Rods made from and how do they differ from standard guide rods?

BT Guide Rods are made from robust 17-4 PH1150 steel, which is stronger than typical stainless steel used in some aftermarket parts. They also feature a 303 stainless steel screw and a threaded joint design to maintain tightness. The surface is roller burnished and hand-polished for a smooth finish, minimizing friction and noise.

Can BT Guide Rods improve shooting performance, such as double-tap accuracy?

Yes, users report that BT Guide Rods can contribute to improved shooting performance. The enhanced reliability in returning to battery and the smooth operation can help shooters achieve faster and more accurate double-taps by allowing the pistol to reset more consistently for follow-up shots.

Are BT Guide Rods a direct drop-in replacement for factory Glock guide rods?

BT Guide Rods are designed as drop-in assemblies. They are CNC machined to recreate factory dimensions precisely, often including a new, authentic factory spring, meaning they should install without requiring modifications to the firearm or the use of additional thread-locking compounds like Loctite.

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