Flux Defense Glock Brace Review

Published on February 29, 2020
Duration: 18:43

This review covers the Flux Defense pistol brace for Glock pistols, focusing on its rapid deployment, compact nature, and stability enhancement. The presenter highlights its solid construction, ease of installation (requiring only a pin replacement), and its historical design inspiration. While it significantly improves shooting stability and accuracy at extended distances, potential drawbacks include difficulty accessing the magazine release and the moving sight radius inherent to pistol-based conversions.

Quick Summary

The Flux Defense pistol brace enhances Glock pistols by providing rapid one-finger deployment and significantly improving shooting stability for extended range accuracy. Compatible with Gen 4 and Gen 5 Glocks, it adds minimal length and weight, transforming a handgun into a compact PDW-style firearm without permanent modifications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Glock Upgrades
  2. 01:07Pistol Caliber Carbines and Braces
  3. 01:20Introducing the Flux Defense Pistol Brace
  4. 01:45One-Finger Deployment and Stability
  5. 01:57Compact Size and Added Length
  6. 02:01Reviewer's Interest and Setup
  7. 02:20Brace Solid Construction and Materials
  8. 02:27Activation Lever and Deployment
  9. 02:35Chrome Moly Steel Rails
  10. 02:41Spring Mechanism and Retraction
  11. 02:50Compact Package and Width Increase
  12. 03:02Initial Skepticism to Range Confidence
  13. 03:12Optics Recommendation: Trijicon RMR
  14. 03:15Dot Size Recommendation (1 MOA)
  15. 03:31Accessory: Inforce Light
  16. 03:33Comparison: CZ Evo 3 Micro
  17. 03:51Weight and Recoil Comparison
  18. 04:14Sight Radius Comparison
  19. 04:23Moving Sights with Brace
  20. 04:37Compactness and Packability
  21. 04:50Deployment Lever Details
  22. 05:05Retracting the Brace
  23. 05:11Installation Overview (YouTube Restrictions)
  24. 05:15Simple Pin Replacement Installation
  25. 05:24Full Installation Video on GetZone.com
  26. 05:31Historical Design References
  27. 05:57Removing the Flux Brace
  28. 06:00Comparison: CZ Roni Chassis System
  29. 06:17Roni Rails and Grip
  30. 06:28Installation Pin
  31. 06:30Quality and Finish
  32. 06:38Brace vs. Stock Disclaimer
  33. 06:46ATF Letter and Legality Discussion
  34. 07:04Brace Category Confirmation
  35. 07:11Versatility and Brace Function
  36. 07:17Shooting Configurations (Rack vs. Slide Release)
  37. 07:32Designed for Handicaps and One-Handed Use
  38. 07:48ATF Stance on Occasional Shouldering
  39. 08:03Stability When Shouldered
  40. 08:16Ease of Shooting and Fun Factor
  41. 08:23Lever Position After Collapsing Brace
  42. 08:30Difficulty Activating Magazine Release
  43. 08:43Use with 33-Round Magazines
  44. 08:58Accessory: Flux Defense Flash Mag
  45. 09:09Gen 1 vs. Gen 2 Flash Mag
  46. 09:18Initial Opinion on Flash Mag
  47. 09:27Flash Mag Deployment and Retention
  48. 09:47Flash Mag Installation
  49. 09:56Flash Mag Price
  50. 09:58Ammunition Sponsor: Fiocchi
  51. 10:01Encouragement to Shoot Frequently
  52. 10:03Made in the USA Quality
  53. 10:15No Impact on Reliability
  54. 10:17No Slide Impediment
  55. 10:24Malfunction-Free Testing
  56. 10:31Solid Construction and Functionality
  57. 10:34Enabling Extended Distance Shooting
  58. 10:52Shooting Without RMR
  59. 10:56Difficulty Acquiring Sights Without Red Dot
  60. 11:03Red Dot Recommendation Reinforcement
  61. 11:10Larger MOA Dot Difficulty
  62. 11:161 MOA Dot Preference
  63. 11:25Beauty of Quick Deployment
  64. 11:31Lever Action and Instant Deployment
  65. 11:36Solid Rails and Heavy Polymer
  66. 11:46Quality Feel and Capability
  67. 11:50Beyond Novelty: Tactical Capability
  68. 11:57Lightweight Design
  69. 11:59Biggest Issue: Moving Sights
  70. 12:09Comparison to SBRs and Rifle Forms
  71. 12:14Longer Sight Radius and Acquisition
  72. 12:18Steadier Shooting and Less Recoil
  73. 12:23Lightweight and Not Bulky
  74. 12:30Easy to Tuck Away
  75. 12:32Capability vs. Pistol Caliber Carbines (PDW)
  76. 12:38Price Point: $259
  77. 12:42Cost-Effective Compared to PCCs
  78. 12:50Glock 19 Compatibility
  79. 12:57Preference for Glock 17
  80. 13:08Pros and Cons Summary
  81. 13:11Pro: Lightweight Option
  82. 13:14Pro: Compact and Lightweight
  83. 13:17Pro: Consistent Hits to 100 Yards
  84. 13:27Pro: Pistol Size with Extended Capability
  85. 13:34Pro: High-Quality Materials
  86. 13:39Pro: Chromoly Steel Rails for Stability
  87. 13:45Pro: Well-Done Polymer
  88. 13:47Pro: Adds Only 7.9 oz and 1.5 inches
  89. 13:53Pro: Compact and Packable PDW Style
  90. 14:01Con: Larger and Bulkier Than Flux Brace
  91. 14:04Con: More Recoil Management in Larger Firearms
  92. 14:15Con: Longer Sight Radius in Other PDWs
  93. 14:17Con: Moving Sights (Standard for Pistol)
  94. 14:27Limitation: Gen 4 and Gen 5 Only
  95. 14:32Recommendation: Red Dot Sight
  96. 14:39Con: Bunching Shoulders for Sight Picture
  97. 14:53Con: Bulkier Than Standard G19
  98. 15:00Pro: Capability with More Stability
  99. 15:02Pro: Easy Deployment
  100. 15:07Pro: Quick Retraction
  101. 15:11Pro: User-Friendly
  102. 15:15Con: Difficulty Reaching Magazine Release
  103. 15:29Pro: No Permanent Modifications
  104. 15:33Pro: Easy Installation
  105. 15:36Accessory: Holster Options
  106. 15:48Advantage: 33-Round Glock Magazines
  107. 15:53Preference in Certain Situations
  108. 15:56Comparison: AR Pistol or CZ Evo 3
  109. 16:01Comparison: Larger Size, More Stability, Recoil Management
  110. 16:08Weighing Options
  111. 16:12Not for Everyone: Handgun for CCW
  112. 16:16Use Cases: Protective Teams, Tactical Situations, Bug-Out Bags
  113. 16:24Consistent 100-Yard Shots
  114. 16:30Stable Platform, Small Compact Package
  115. 16:34Thanks to Flux Defense
  116. 16:36Setup on Gen 5 G17 MOS
  117. 16:43Super Compact with Capability
  118. 16:48Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Flux Defense pistol brace?

The Flux Defense pistol brace is an accessory designed to attach to specific Glock models (Gen 4 and Gen 5) to provide a stable shooting platform, effectively turning a pistol into a compact PDW-style firearm. It features rapid one-finger deployment and adds stability for extended range accuracy.

How does the Flux Defense brace improve shooting?

The brace significantly increases stability by providing a third point of contact, similar to a rifle stock. This allows for more consistent accuracy at distances up to 100 yards, and makes one-handed shooting more manageable, especially for individuals with limited mobility.

What Glock models are compatible with the Flux Defense brace?

The Flux Defense pistol brace is compatible with Glock Gen 4 and Gen 5 pistols. This compatibility is largely due to the design of the pistol's back strap, which integrates with the brace's mounting system.

What are the main advantages of the Flux Defense brace?

Key advantages include its rapid one-finger deployment, compact size (adding only 1.5 inches when collapsed), solid construction with chrome-moly steel rails, and the ability to significantly improve shooting stability and accuracy at extended ranges.

What are the potential drawbacks of the Flux Defense brace?

Potential drawbacks include difficulty accessing the magazine release with the primary hand when the brace is deployed, and the moving sight radius inherent to pistol-based conversions, which differs from fixed-sight systems like SBRs.

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