Glock & 1911 Dropped from a 20 Story Tower: Which One Survived? | Glock vs. 1911 Ep. 2

Published on February 11, 2025
Duration: 13:59

This video details a dramatic 20-story drop test comparing a Glock 17 and a Tisas 1911 Duty. Despite significant damage, both firearms were subjected to field repairs and surprisingly remained functional and combat accurate, demonstrating remarkable resilience. The test highlights the robust nature of modern firearms and the effectiveness of basic field expedient repairs.

Quick Summary

After a 20-story drop onto concrete, a Glock 17 and Tisas 1911 Duty were subjected to field repairs. The Glock needed frame straightening and a new recoil spring, while the 1911's magwell was hammered back into shape. Both firearms surprisingly fired full magazines and remained combat accurate, with the 1911 even showing improved group size.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Recap and Introduction
  2. 01:28The 20-Story Drop
  3. 02:53Damage Assessment
  4. 04:01Field Repairs
  5. 08:27Range Testing
  6. 10:01Accuracy and Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to the Glock 17 and Tisas 1911 Duty after a 20-story drop?

The Glock 17 suffered a broken recoil spring assembly and frame deformation, while the Tisas 1911 Duty had a severely dented magwell. Both were repaired using basic tools and tested for functionality and accuracy.

Were the Glock 17 and Tisas 1911 Duty still accurate after the drop test?

Surprisingly, yes. Both firearms remained combat accurate after the 20-story drop and subsequent field repairs. The Tisas 1911 Duty even showed a slight tightening of its group size, leading to jokes about 'impact-adjusted tolerances.'

What kind of field repairs were performed on the firearms?

The Glock's polymer frame was straightened using pliers, and its recoil spring assembly was replaced. The Tisas 1911 Duty's dented magwell was widened with a hammer and punch to allow magazine insertion.

Which firearm survived the 20-story drop test better?

Both firearms demonstrated remarkable resilience. While both sustained damage, they were both repairable and functional afterwards, with the 1911 humorously noted for improved accuracy post-impact.

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