My Gen 4 Glock Fails Torture Test (2012)

Published on June 15, 2012
Duration: 10:01

This guide details a torture test performed on a Gen 4 Glock 17, focusing on its performance under extreme conditions like submersion in water and being packed with dirt. The test, conducted by The VSO Gun Channel, highlights the firearm's initial success in the dirt test but reveals significant reliability issues when wet, even with modifications like maritime spring cups. The guide outlines the steps taken, including clearing obstructions, function testing, and attempts to resolve malfunctions through cleaning and ammunition changes.

Quick Summary

The VSO Gun Channel conducted a torture test on a Gen 4 Glock 17, packing its action with dirt and submerging it in water. While it passed the dry dirt test, it failed significantly when wet, even with maritime spring cups. Reliability was restored only after drying the internals through rapid firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction and Context
  2. 01:31Dirt Torture Test
  3. 02:46Water Dunk Test
  4. 04:56Underwater Firing Attempt
  5. 06:21Cleaning and Ammo Swap
  6. 07:36Final Reliability Check

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Glock 17 Gen 4 perform in a dirt torture test?

In the dirt torture test, the Glock 17 Gen 4 successfully cycled five rounds after its open action was packed with mud and dirt, demonstrating resilience to abrasive contaminants when dry.

Did maritime spring cups improve the Glock 17 Gen 4's performance in water?

No, the installation of maritime spring cups did not resolve the significant reliability issues experienced by the Glock 17 Gen 4 when submerged in water, as it still failed to feed and extract.

What happened when the Glock 17 Gen 4 was fired underwater?

When attempting to fire the Glock 17 Gen 4 while fully submerged, it fired one round but failed to cycle the next, resulting in a dead trigger that required manual clearing.

How was the Glock 17 Gen 4's reliability restored after water exposure?

The firearm's reliability was restored after water exposure by performing rapid-fire strings to generate heat and movement, which helped to expel excess water from the internal components.

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