Gun Of The Week: Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol

Published on October 27, 2023
Duration: 3:46

This video details the Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol, a customized Glock 45 developed with Gunsite Academy. It highlights Gen 5 features like the Marksman barrel and bilateral slide stop, along with custom enhancements such as a Holosun HE509T-X2 optic, a 4.5 lb trigger pull via a Glock minus connector, and an FBI-style magazine release. The pistol is presented as a service-ready sidearm with reliable range performance.

Quick Summary

The Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol is a customized Glock 45 featuring Gunsite Academy input, Glock Gen 5 enhancements like the Marksman barrel, and custom upgrades including a Holosun HE509T-X2 red dot, a 4.5 lb trigger pull via a minus connector, and an FBI-style magazine release.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol
  2. 00:29Collaboration: Davidson's & Gunsite Academy
  3. 00:58Glock 45 Crossover Design Explained
  4. 01:37Glock Gen 5 Features Breakdown
  5. 02:10Custom Enhancements: Optic, Trigger, Mag Release
  6. 03:00Range Performance and Handling

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol unique?

This pistol is a specially outfitted Glock 45, a crossover model combining a Glock 17 frame with a Glock 19 slide. It features Gunsite Academy input, Glock Gen 5 enhancements, a Holosun HE509T-X2 optic, a 4.5 lb trigger pull, and an FBI-style magazine release.

What are the key Glock Gen 5 features on this pistol?

The Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol includes Glock Gen 5 improvements such as the Marksman barrel for enhanced accuracy, a bilateral slide stop lever for easier manipulation, the removal of finger grooves for better grip consistency, and a flared magazine well for faster reloads.

What custom modifications are included on the Davidson's Gunsite Glock Service Pistol?

Customizations include a slide milled for an optic, specifically a Holosun HE509T-X2 red dot sight. It also features a Glock minus connector for a lighter 4.5 lb trigger pull and an extended FBI-style magazine release for improved ergonomics.

What is the significance of the Glock 45 format used in this pistol?

The Glock 45 utilizes a crossover design, pairing the full-size frame of a Glock 17 with the compact slide of a Glock 19. This combination aims to provide optimal handling characteristics, good capacity (17+1 rounds), and a balanced shooting experience.

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