Who Really Won the M17 MHS Contract? Glock 19X vs Sig P320

Published on June 17, 2022
Duration: 16:47

This video compares the Glock 19X and the Sig P320 M17, focusing on their roles in the MHS program. The Glock 19X is a Gen 5 Glock 19 slide with a Glock 17 frame, featuring a marksman barrel, tritium night sights, and an ambidextrous slide release. The Sig P320 M17 won the MHS contract, partly due to its modular trigger pack design and a lower bid, despite Glock potentially winning the trials. The speaker notes the P320 M17's optics-ready capability as an advantage over the 19X.

Quick Summary

The Sig P320 M17 won the US military's MHS contract over the Glock 19X, largely due to a bid that was $1.2 million cheaper. The P320's modular trigger pack design also met the requirement for a modular handgun system, while the Glock 19X is not optics-ready without modification.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:16Channel Sponsor: Coffee Brand Coffee Company
  3. 01:14Fit & Fire Newsletter
  4. 02:49Glock 19X Overview
  5. 04:09Glock 19X Features & Magazines
  6. 05:22Gen 5 Glock Features
  7. 06:02Slide Coating & Serrations
  8. 06:21Marksman Barrel & Rifling
  9. 07:01Tritium Night Sights
  10. 07:35Glock 19X Price Point
  11. 07:49Glock 19X Concealment & Carry
  12. 08:33Glock 19X vs. P320 M17 Controversy
  13. 08:41Sig P320 M17 Wins MHS Contract
  14. 09:04GAO Ruling on MHS Contract
  15. 09:18Sig's Pricing Strategy
  16. 09:58Glock's Petition to GAO
  17. 10:05MHS Trials Phases
  18. 10:31Glock's Reliability vs. P320
  19. 11:14Modular Handgun System Requirement
  20. 11:32Sig's Trigger Pack Modularity
  21. 12:06Sig Wins SAW Contract
  22. 12:31Which Pistol Would You Choose?
  23. 13:14P320 Trigger vs. Glock Trigger
  24. 14:16P320 Optics Ready Advantage
  25. 15:10Glock's Parts & Magazine Contract
  26. 15:39Viewer Feedback & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Glock 19X lose the MHS contract to the Sig P320 M17?

Yes, the Sig P320 M17 was awarded the MHS contract by the US military, with the Glock 19X being the competing submission. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) cited cost as a primary factor in their decision.

What are the key features of the Glock 19X?

The Glock 19X combines a Gen 5 Glock 19 slide with a Glock 17 frame. It includes a marksman barrel with polygonal rifling, standard tritium night sights, an ambidextrous slide release, and typically comes with 19-round magazines.

Why did the Sig P320 M17 win the MHS contract over the Glock 19X?

The Sig P320 M17 won the MHS contract primarily due to a lower bid, estimated at $1.2 million less than the Glock 19X. Its modular trigger pack design also met the requirement for a modular handgun system.

What is the main difference in optics readiness between the Glock 19X and Sig P320 M17?

The Sig P320 M17 comes optics-ready from the manufacturer, allowing for easy installation of red dot sights. The Glock 19X is not optics-ready and would require aftermarket slide milling for such an upgrade.

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