Glock 36 .45 AUTO vs. Dan Wesson ECP 1911

Published on October 17, 2024
Duration: 13:14

This video compares the Glock 36 and the Dan Wesson ECP in .45 ACP, highlighting differences in capacity, ergonomics, and operational mechanics. The presenter emphasizes the importance of quality magazines for 1911 platforms, demonstrating how some factory magazines can fail to lock the slide back. The review also touches on trigger types, safeties, and overall feel for concealed carry considerations.

Quick Summary

When comparing the Glock 36 and Dan Wesson ECP in .45 ACP, the Glock offers a simpler, lighter polymer frame with striker-fired action, while the ECP is a 1911 with a metal frame, higher capacity potential, and traditional safeties. Magazine quality is critical for 1911s to ensure reliable slide lock-back.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Glock 36 vs. Dan Wesson ECP
  2. 00:14Price Point Comparison
  3. 00:59Caliber and Capacity Differences
  4. 01:23Size and Grip Length Comparison
  5. 01:48Magazine Options and Reliability
  6. 02:48Dan Wesson ECP Safety Features
  7. 03:08Bobtailed Frame and Magazine Well
  8. 03:22Magazine Lock-Back Test (1911)
  9. 04:27Magazine Quality Importance
  10. 05:16Striker-Fired vs. Hammer-Fired Action
  11. 05:441911 Safety Mechanisms
  12. 06:06Glock Safe Action Trigger
  13. 06:43Glock 36 Trigger and Reset
  14. 07:07Glock Simplicity vs. 1911 Complexity
  15. 07:09Beaver Tail Grip Safety Fit and Sensitivity
  16. 07:53Recoil Spring and Barrel Specs
  17. 08:09Ejection Port Design
  18. 08:22Sights and Slide Features
  19. 08:33Grips and Hammer Design
  20. 08:48Feed Ramp and Barrel
  21. 09:01Checkering and Concealment
  22. 09:13Dan Wesson ECP Trigger Pull Weight
  23. 10:44Glock 36 Modifications
  24. 11:38Magazine Release Functionality (Left-Handed)
  25. 12:21Conclusion: Quality and Carry Options

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Glock 36 and the Dan Wesson ECP for concealed carry?

The Glock 36 offers a simpler, lighter polymer frame with a striker-fired action, generally at a lower price point. The Dan Wesson ECP is a 1911 platform with a metal frame, higher capacity potential, and traditional safeties, often considered more refined but heavier and more expensive.

Why is magazine quality so important for 1911 pistols like the Dan Wesson ECP?

1911s are known to be sensitive to magazine quality. Using reputable magazines from brands like Chip McCormick or Wilson Combat ensures reliable feeding and proper slide lock-back, preventing malfunctions that can occur with lower-quality alternatives.

How does the trigger mechanism differ between the Glock 36 and the Dan Wesson ECP?

The Glock 36 uses a Safe Action striker-fired system, requiring a trigger press to activate the striker. The Dan Wesson ECP is a Single Action Only (SAO) hammer-fired pistol, meaning the hammer must be cocked for each shot, and it features both a manual thumb safety and a grip safety.

What are the capacity differences between the Glock 36 and the Dan Wesson ECP?

The standard Glock 36 magazine holds 6 rounds, for a 6+1 capacity. The Dan Wesson ECP, being a 1911, typically uses 8-round magazines (8+1 capacity), with higher capacity options available from aftermarket manufacturers.

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