Why I Wouldn't Buy the NEW FLUX Glock Carbine and What I'd Choose Instead

Published on May 15, 2019
Duration: 16:51

This guide details the installation and operation of the FLUX Glock Carbine kit, based on expert analysis. It covers brace deployment, slide manipulation, and manual of arms adjustments. The review highlights potential ergonomic challenges, such as increased bore axis and difficulty with slide manipulation, and notes safety concerns regarding trigger exposure for backpack carry.

Quick Summary

The FLUX Glock Carbine kit features a spring-loaded rear brace and an integrated front flashlight/mag carrier. However, it presents ergonomic challenges like a higher bore axis, compromised manual of arms, and potential safety concerns with its exposed trigger for backpack carry. Compatibility is limited to Gen 4/5 full-size Glock frames.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the FLUX Glock Carbine
  2. 01:07Rear Brace Mechanics
  3. 02:34Front Unit Features
  4. 04:58Shooting Stability and Ergonomics
  5. 08:20Grip and Recoil Mitigation
  6. 09:26Manual of Arms Issues
  7. 12:10Safety and Bag Carry
  8. 13:00Final Verdict and Pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main components of the FLUX Glock Carbine kit?

The FLUX Glock Carbine kit consists of two primary components: a spring-loaded rear brace that deploys via a side switch, and a front unit that integrates an Olight S1R Baton flashlight and serves as a spare magazine carrier, designed as an angled foregrip.

What are the ergonomic drawbacks of the FLUX Glock Carbine kit?

The kit can lead to a higher bore axis due to preventing a high tang grip, potentially increasing felt recoil. It also complicates slide manipulation and slide release access, and the short length of pull may bring the slide too close to the shooter's face.

Is the FLUX Glock Carbine kit safe for backpack carry?

The reviewer expresses concern about the exposed trigger on the FLUX kit, stating it's potentially unsafe to carry with a round chambered inside a backpack without additional trigger protection measures.

What are the compatibility limitations of the FLUX Glock Carbine kit?

The FLUX Glock Carbine kit has limited compatibility, specifically requiring a Gen 4 or Gen 5 full-size Glock frame, such as the Glock 17, 19X, 34, or 45.

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