Glock and Extra Benefits of Having a Flashlight on ones Firearm

Published on September 10, 2019
Duration: 2:37

Instructor Mike demonstrates a critical close-quarters technique using a Glock 19 equipped with a Streamlight TLR-1 HL. The video highlights how to use the weapon-mounted light to maintain control and prevent the firearm from going out of battery when pressed against a threat. This technique is vital for ensuring weapon function in extreme close-range engagements.

Quick Summary

Instructor Mike explains how a weapon-mounted light on a Glock 19, like the Streamlight TLR-1 HL, can be used in close quarters. By contacting the threat with the light's head (forward of the muzzle), it prevents the firearm's slide from being knocked out of battery, ensuring continued function.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Safety
  2. 00:11Firearm and Light Setup
  3. 00:47Close Quarters Light Benefit
  4. 01:13Slide Out of Battery Concern
  5. 01:45Light Head Forward of Muzzle Advantage
  6. 01:51Demonstration of Technique
  7. 02:24Conclusion and Follow Instructor Mike

Frequently Asked Questions

How can a weapon-mounted light help in close-quarters combat?

In close-quarters, a weapon-mounted light can act as a buffer. By making contact with a threat's body, the light's head (positioned forward of the muzzle) can prevent the firearm's slide from being knocked out of battery, ensuring it remains functional.

What is the risk of pressing a firearm into an opponent in a fight?

The primary risk is that the firearm's slide can be knocked out of battery. This occurs when the slide is not fully forward, preventing the weapon from firing. A weapon-mounted light, when used correctly, can mitigate this risk.

Which firearm and light combination is demonstrated for close-quarters technique?

The video demonstrates a Glock 19 pistol equipped with a Streamlight TLR-1 HL weapon-mounted light. This combination is highlighted for its effectiveness in close-quarters scenarios due to the light's design.

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