Glock 43 Reliability Test: Military Arms Channel Gauntlet FAIL?

Published on November 1, 2016
Duration: 10:30

The Honest Outlaw's Glock 43, despite aftermarket modifications, passed a rigorous gauntlet test involving submersion in water, sand, dirt, and mud. It only experienced a single failure to go into battery on the very last round of an extreme torture stage combining all elements. The reviewer concluded it's the most reliable pistol tested in this format, reinforcing its suitability for everyday carry.

Quick Summary

The Honest Outlaw's modified Glock 43 passed most of the Military Arms Channel Gauntlet Test, including water, sand, and dirt stages. It only had one failure to go into battery on the final round of an extreme torture test, making it the most reliable pistol tested in this format.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & Glock 43 Mods
  2. 00:58The Gauntlet Test Explained
  3. 02:53Water & Sand Test Results
  4. 04:42Dirt & Mud Test Results
  5. 07:52Extreme Torture Stage
  6. 09:05Final Reliability Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Glock 43 pass the Military Arms Channel Gauntlet Test?

The Honest Outlaw's modified Glock 43 performed exceptionally well, passing water, sand, and dirt stages flawlessly. It only experienced one malfunction on the final round of an extreme torture test combining all elements, making it the most reliable pistol tested in this format.

What modifications were on the Glock 43 tested?

The Glock 43 featured a polished barrel, an SVI trigger, Ameriglo sights, and a Cerakote finish. Despite these modifications, it demonstrated remarkable reliability during the gauntlet test.

How does the Gauntlet Test work?

The Gauntlet Test, modeled after Military Arms Channel's method, involves submerging a firearm in water, sand, dirt, and mud, firing a full magazine after each stage to test reliability under extreme conditions.

Is the Glock 43 reliable for concealed carry (EDC)?

Based on this rigorous gauntlet test, the Glock 43 proved highly reliable, even when subjected to extreme environmental conditions. The reviewer considers it a dependable choice for everyday carry (EDC).

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