Glock COA: Will it Survive?

Published on March 7, 2025
Duration: 21:54

This review tests the durability and performance of the Glock 45 equipped with an Aimo COA red dot sight, focusing on its suitability as a modern police duty weapon. The testing includes live-fire drills, abuse tests like dropping and submersion, and an assessment of the optic's resilience and zero retention. The presenter highlights the pistol's out-of-the-box readiness and value proposition for law enforcement agencies.

Quick Summary

The Glock 45 equipped with an Aimo COA red dot sight is presented as a highly reliable, 'dummy-proof' duty pistol for law enforcement, offering excellent value under $1,000. While the Glock 45 itself performs robustly, the Aimo COA optic showed a critical failure by allowing water ingress after submersion, impacting its zero and performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Police Officer Critique
  2. 01:00Glock 45 COA Collaboration Overview
  3. 01:35Out-of-the-Box Readiness
  4. 01:40Streamlight TLR-1 HLX Integration
  5. 02:06Price Point & Value Proposition
  6. 02:26Aimo COA Optic Features
  7. 03:04Aimo COA Glock-Specific Cut
  8. 03:16Aimo COA Battery Life & Controls
  9. 03:43Aimo COA Adjustments & Battery Tray
  10. 04:00Battery Tray Design & Sealing
  11. 04:26Aimo COA Submersible Rating
  12. 04:45Glock 45 Pistol Features
  13. 05:04Glock Finishes & Durability
  14. 05:19Carry Experience & Grip Texture
  15. 05:36Stippling & Magwell Discussion
  16. 06:02Included Magazines & Release
  17. 06:28Undercut & Slide Bite Concerns
  18. 06:51Trigger Pull Analysis
  19. 07:16Duty Gun Holster Fit
  20. 08:28Enclosed Optic Benefits vs. RMR
  21. 08:39Co-Witness Sight Picture
  22. 09:08Aimo COA Glass Quality & Dot
  23. 09:22Aimo COA vs. Acro P2 & MPS
  24. 09:35Dummy-Proof Duty Pistol Summary
  25. 09:42Abuse Testing Preview
  26. 09:57Honest Review & Shadow Systems Comparison
  27. 10:10Value for Police Officers
  28. 10:30Proven Track Record & Agency Trust
  29. 10:44Personal Recommendation
  30. 11:03Ease of Use & 'Dummy Proof'
  31. 11:07Criticism of Officer Maintenance Habits
  32. 11:30Range Testing Begins
  33. 11:51Confirming Red Dot Zero
  34. 12:30Brightness Adjustment & Environment
  35. 12:55First Shots & Zero Confirmation
  36. 13:13Slide Bite Occurs
  37. 13:37Post-Abuse Zero Check
  38. 13:54Barricade Rack Test
  39. 14:44Drop Test & Light Functionality
  40. 15:07Post-Drop Zero Check
  41. 15:40Build Drill & Reliability
  42. 16:10Drill Performance & Optic Stability
  43. 16:49Water Submersion Test Prep
  44. 17:12Submerging the Pistol
  45. 17:38Post-Submersion Check
  46. 18:35Post-Water Zero Check
  47. 19:30Water Ingress in Optic
  48. 20:07Disappointment with Optic Failure
  49. 20:36Final Thoughts & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Aimo COA optic and what are its key features?

The Aimo COA is an enclosed red dot sight designed for pistols, featuring a 50,000-hour battery life, tactile brightness controls, and a Glock-specific optic cut. It is advertised as submersible up to 25 meters and is waterproof, fog-proof, and shockproof.

How does the Glock 45 with the Aimo COA perform under stress tests?

The Glock 45 itself demonstrated high reliability throughout the testing. However, the Aimo COA optic experienced water ingress after submersion, which affected its zero and performance, despite its submersible rating.

What is the perceived value of the Glock 45 COA setup for law enforcement?

The setup is considered a 'dummy-proof,' ready-to-go duty pistol for modern police officers, offering significant value for under $1,000. Its reliability and out-of-the-box configuration make it a strong contender for agencies sticking with the Glock platform.

What are the main criticisms of the Glock 45 platform itself?

The presenter notes that while functional, the Glock 45's grip texture could be improved, and some users may experience slide bite due to the grip's profile. The flared magwell is functional but not exceptional. The trigger, while having a good duty weight, has a noticeable shoe and some mush.

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