A better Glock Mag by Elite Tactical Systems

Published on February 16, 2016
Duration: 3:34

This video reviews the Elite Tactical Systems (ETS) smoke Glock magazine, highlighting its claimed features like extreme impact and chemical resistance, superior environmental durability, and a translucent body for ammo count visibility. The reviewer tests its loading capacity, drop resistance, and function after drops, noting it functions similarly to OEM Glock magazines in terms of capacity and disassembly. The translucent body is seen as an advantage in low light for ammo checks.

Quick Summary

Elite Tactical Systems (ETS) Glock magazines are designed for enhanced durability, featuring extreme impact resistance and resistance to chemicals, heat, cold, and UV exposure. Their translucent bodies allow for easy ammo count visibility, and they are claimed to be creep-resistant for long-term storage. Drop tests showed the magazines remained intact and functional after multiple impacts.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to ETS Glock Magazine
  2. 00:08ETS Magazine Claims: Durability & Features
  3. 00:18Translucent Body & Ammo Count
  4. 00:22Creep Resistance & Feed Lips
  5. 00:30Aftermarket Floor Plate Compatibility
  6. 00:32Disassembly & Maintenance
  7. 00:36Floor Plate Extraction Ribs
  8. 00:38Spring Comparison to OEM
  9. 00:50Grip Extensions/Flash Analysis
  10. 01:10Loading Test with Freedom Munitions
  11. 01:37Loading Capacity Observation
  12. 01:44Benefit of Translucent Body
  13. 02:04Range Test Preparation
  14. 02:06Round Count After Loading
  15. 02:25Functionality Check: Drop Test 1
  16. 02:46Drop Test 2: On its Head
  17. 03:02Post-Drop Functionality Check
  18. 03:09Final Drop Test and Function

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main durability claims for Elite Tactical Systems (ETS) Glock magazines?

ETS Glock magazines are claimed to have extreme impact resistance, meaning they won't crack or break when dropped. They are also advertised as highly resistant to harsh chemicals, and superior in heat, cold, and UV resistance compared to standard magazines, preventing them from becoming brittle over time.

How does the translucent body of the ETS Glock magazine benefit users?

The translucent body allows users to easily see their ammunition count and type without fully ejecting the magazine. This feature can be particularly advantageous in low-light shooting conditions or during tactical reloads for quick status checks.

What is the claimed creep resistance of ETS Glock magazines?

ETS claims their Glock magazines are creep-resistant, which means the feed lips and body are designed not to spread or deform during long-term storage, even when the magazine is fully loaded. This is intended to maintain reliable feeding over extended periods.

How does the ETS Glock magazine perform in drop tests?

In drop tests, the ETS Glock magazine demonstrated good durability, showing no cracks after being dropped on its base and head multiple times. Crucially, it retained all its rounds and continued to function correctly after these impacts and jostling.

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