Top 3 Gen 6 Glock Concerns

This review of the Glock 17 Gen 6 highlights its updated ergonomic grip, new texture, revised trigger shoe, and improved slide serrations. While acknowledging criticisms like plastic sights and a single-spring guide rod, the reviewer finds it a stable and effective service 9mm, particularly noting the improved shooting experience due to the grip and trigger.

Ben Stoeger provides an expert assessment of the Gen 6 Glock 17, focusing on its new optic mounting system, extractor, and aftermarket compatibility. He highlights that while some Gen 5 parts may not fit, the Gen 6 offers a direct mount system for common optics and features accurate barrels out-of-the-box. The review emphasizes the need for suppressor-height sights and notes minor grip dimension changes requiring specific accessories.

Ben Stoeger, a highly experienced competitive shooter, provides an in-depth review of the Smith & Wesson M&P platform, affectionately coining the term 'M&P Bro'. He emphasizes the platform's excellent ergonomics, wide variety of options, and the common practice of serious shooters upgrading components like triggers and grip tape for optimal performance. Stoeger positions the M&P as a modern, ergonomically superior alternative to the Glock.

Ben Stoeger provides an expert review of the new Glock Gen 6 series (17, 19, 45), highlighting significant internal and external updates. He notes the return to a single recoil spring system, a stepped chamber barrel, and enhanced ergonomics with a more aggressive texture. Stoeger emphasizes the Gen 6's exceptionally soft shooting characteristics, comparing it favorably to previous generations and even high-end competitors like the Staccato HD.

This video provides an expert overview of the new Glock Gen 6, focusing on its improved ergonomics and a significantly enhanced optic mounting system. The presenter, with clear expertise from a gun range environment, details the new grip texture, palm swell, and thumb rest. A key highlight is the redesigned optic mounting system, which addresses previous MOS issues by using adapter wedges and a Torx T10 bit for a more stable and lower profile installation, eliminating the need for extra screws.

This video details a significant design improvement in the Glock Gen 6, specifically addressing the extractor mechanism's interaction with mounted optics. Kaya E. from Classic Firearms explains how the relocation of the extractor detent spring and pin resolves interference issues with optic mounting screws, a common problem in earlier generations like the Gen 5. The Gen 6 features a simplified rear slide assembly with only the striker visible after backplate removal.

This video highlights a critical firearm malfunction where the magazine drops during firing, indicating a potential issue with the magazine catch or frame interface. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, demonstrates professional handling of the malfunction, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing mechanical failures promptly. The firearm in question is a customized Shadow Systems MR920.

This video demonstrates a critical uncommanded discharge incident with a Sig Sauer P320 during a holstering procedure. The footage, analyzed by expert Ben Stoeger, highlights the importance of firearm safety and mechanical reliability, showing the discharge occurring without the shooter's finger on the trigger. It serves as a stark reminder of potential risks even during routine actions.

Ben Stoeger debunks common red dot sight misconceptions, emphasizing that 'finding the dot' and 'blooming' indicate a misunderstanding of optic mechanics. True red dot use requires focusing on the target, not the dot itself. Stoeger suggests training methods like occluding the optic to promote binocular vision and target focus, comparing this skill to trigger control which needs constant refinement.

This 15-minute dry fire program by Ben Stoeger focuses on refining fundamental shooting skills through deliberate practice. It covers slow-motion draws, varied draw techniques including lateral movement, and meticulous reload mechanics. The program progresses to advanced drills like strong-hand/weak-hand reloads and positional shooting from a kneeling stance, emphasizing precision over speed initially.