Glock's New Red Dot - Aimpoint COA Hands On

This guide details the installation and features of the Aimpoint COA optic, following its announcement that the exclusive Glock contract has ended. The COA's unique 'A-Cut' mounting system allows for wider compatibility with various pistol platforms. Key features include a 3.5 MOA dot, 50,000-hour battery life, and a low mounting height enabling co-witness with iron sights.

This video provides an in-depth review and comparison of the Primary Arms HTX-1 red dot sight against the Aimpoint COA. The HTX-1 is highlighted for its American-made quality, innovative mounting system that allows for low profile installation and full co-witness with factory sights on RMR and MOS footprints, and its unique Vulcan reticle. The reviewer emphasizes its durability, clarity, and competitive pricing for a premium optic.

This guide compares the Aimpoint COA, ACRO P2, and Holosun EPS/EPS Carry pistol optics, focusing on their mounting systems and design features. The Aimpoint COA utilizes a proprietary 'A-cut' system for a low profile, while the ACRO P2 offers a different mounting solution. The Holosun EPS is presented as a viable alternative with diverse reticle options. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding these differences for optimal pistol sight selection and potential custom slide modifications.

This video features an experienced speaker demonstrating the Glock 19 Gen 6, comparing its ergonomics to the Glock 43X. The demonstration highlights the benefits of the Gen 6's improved grip, extended beaver tail, and the accuracy facilitated by the Trijicon RMRcc red dot sight. The speaker emphasizes the positive control and high grip achievable with the new ergonomics.

This video provides an unboxing and initial overview of the Springfield Armory Echelon pistol, featuring a mounted Aimpoint COA red dot sight. It highlights key features of the pistol, including its grip, trigger, slide markings (noting HS Produkt origin), and the integration of the Aimpoint optic. The presentation focuses on showcasing the product's design and ergonomics from multiple angles.

This video provides an expert review of the Glock 43X for everyday carry, focusing on its reliability with aftermarket components. The instructor, demonstrating extensive carry experience, highlights the performance of PSA Micro Dagger magazines over thousands of rounds, contrasting it with a negative experience with Shield magazines. A Bill Drill is performed to showcase the firearm's consistent performance and reliability, reinforcing its status as a 'spicy' yet dependable carry option.

This video demonstrates an advanced self-defense technique for surviving an armed robbery. An expert instructor showcases how to de-escalate, comply to create a distraction, and execute a rapid concealed draw from an Appendix (AIWB) position to neutralize the threat. The demonstration highlights weapon retention and close-quarters combat proficiency.

This guide, presented by Jeff from Tenicor, outlines five common mistakes new concealed carriers make. It emphasizes choosing appropriate holsters and belts, selecting suitable clothing, finding a balance between firearm size and shootability, and carrying with a round in the chamber. The advice focuses on practical application and safety for everyday carry.

This guide details safe reholstering techniques for appendix carry, emphasizing visual control and body positioning to prevent self-injury. Expert Jeff from Tenicor, with over 25 years of daily carry experience, demonstrates the 'muzzle wedge' method, crucial for appendix inside-the-waistband (AIWB) holsters. The advice is geared towards intermediate carriers looking to refine their safety protocols.

This guide outlines the four universal firearms handling rules, emphasizing their critical importance as they are 'written in blood' due to past tragedies. The rules are: 1. All guns are always loaded. 2. Never point a gun at anything you're not willing to shoot or destroy. 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target. 4. Be sure of your target and what's behind and beyond it. The video, presented with authoritative instruction from a professional instructor, also touches on the 'Be Polite' rule and the distinction between universal safety rules and specific range protocols.