\u201cWe have scaled up our production, we have increased our models to meet demand, and we are also offering a monthly Masterclass on Facebook<\/a> and YouTube to help our customers get the best experience with their MCKs,\u201d LTC (Ret.) Mikey Hartman said. \u201cThe CAA USA Micro Conversion Kit is how pistols realize their full potential!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"CAA MCK Glock Handgun Conversion Kits Now Fit G34, G35, G41 Pistols","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"caa-mck-glock-conversion-kit","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:36","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:36","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/16\/caa-mck-glock-conversion-kit\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":127086,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2019-12-26 06:00:43","post_date_gmt":"2019-12-26 11:00:43","post_content":"Lone Wolf Distributors recently announced the release of its Timberwolf Full Size GEN 3 & 4 frame assemblies. The frames come fully equipped and ready for GEN 3 or 4 Glock <\/span>17, Glock <\/span>17L, Glock <\/span>22, Glock <\/span>24, Glock <\/span>31, Glock <\/span>34, Glock <\/span>35 and Glock <\/span>37 slides. The Timberwolf frames make a great platform for a high-performance pistol<\/a> build project.\n\n[in_content post=\"190120\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n In early December of 2017, I was one of several gun writers invited to Glock<\/a>'s headquarters in Smyrna, Ga. It was hush-hush, and the only thing we were told was that we would be the first people to see three new Glock pistols. Needless to say, my curiosity was piqued by this cloak-and-dagger secrecy.<\/p>\n[in_content post=\"199031\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n Through the years, I\u2019ve often said that a \u201ca Glock is a Glock is a Glock.\u201d<\/p>\n This was not criticism of Mr. Glock\u2019s innovative pistols, but a compliment. Because, regardless of the model, Glock pistols had the same manual of arms, were disassembled in the same manner and, in many cases, had a high degree of parts interchangeability. When you learned how to handle one Glock, you essentially had the knowledge to handle all of them, lowering the learning curve between models.<\/p>\n Over the past three decades, Glock pistols have constantly improved. These changes were both technical and cosmetic, and Glock distinguished each iteration as a \u201cgeneration.\u201d The original Gen1 pistol was followed by the Gen2, and so on. Today, we have the Gen5 line. Which brings me back to the meeting at Glock\u2019s headquarters, where we were introduced to the new Glock <\/span>26 Gen5, Glock <\/span>34 Gen5 and Glock <\/span>19X\u2014three pistols that I was later able to take home and test.<\/span><\/p>\n\n At the Glock media event, I was told that the company\u2019s Gen5 pistols have 35 new or updated components, several of which are not interchangeable with earlier models. The first thing I noticed is that the finger grooves have been removed from Gen5 grip frames. Some folks liked the grooved Gen4 frame, but others, including me, did not.<\/span><\/p>\n In fact, all Gen5 pistols feature Glock\u2019s newest Rough Textured Frame (RTF) 3 surface treatment, which provides an extremely firm purchase even with wet or oily hands and greatly aids in recoil control. And a feature that Glocks have long needed has been added at the butt of the grip frame. The magazine well has been flared so magazine lips won\u2019t catch on the frame (and don\u2019t tell me that hasn\u2019t happened to you), allowing for fast, fumble-free reloads.<\/p>\n The interchangeable backstraps introduced with the Gen4 series are still present. I installed the medium-sized backstrap on the three pistols I received for testing. I believe these are the most significant improvements in the pistols\u2019 ergonomics to date.<\/span><\/p>\n\n The front of the grip frame on the Glock 19X and Glock 26 Gen5 has a lip that prevents pinching caused by the gap between the grip frame and magazine basepads, something shooters with large hands or longer fingers sometimes experienced with earlier pistols. Considering the Glock 34 Gen5\u2019s intended role as a competition pistol, the front lip of the magazine basepad has been lengthened, and the frontstrap has a half-moon relief cut, letting you manually extract a recalcitrant magazine. It\u2019s also worth noting that Gen5 pistols will accept magazines from earlier models.<\/span><\/p>\n The magazine followers on the Glock 26 Gen5 and Glock 34 Gen5 are made from orange polymer, letting a shooter quickly ascertain if the magazine is empty. The Glock 19X was designed as a military handgun, so the followers are the same coyote tan color as the rest of the pistol. All Gen5 pistols also come with three magazines, and two of the Glock 19X\u2019s included magazines have extended basepads to hold 19 rounds.<\/span><\/p>\n\n The triggerguards now have more aggressive undercuts; this lets you get a higher grip on each pistol for better ergonomics and recoil control. Still, it befuddles me why Glocks still have that curved finger rest at the front of their triggerguards. I can\u2019t recall seeing anyone shoot with their support-hand finger wrapped around the front of the triggerguard\u2014something that could pull your shots off target.<\/span><\/p>\n\n Glock\u2019s Tenifer finish set the standard for high-tech pistol coatings. However, the Gen5 series has gone one better with Glock\u2019s proprietary \u201cnDLC\u201d finish. This is a tougher, more durable finish that increases protection against scratches and corrosion, improves functioning under adverse conditions and provides a darker, more attractive appearance. At this time, the nDLC finish is exclusive to Gen5 pistols.<\/span><\/p>\n\n Gen5 pistols are also 100-percent ambidextrous, as they come with ambidextrous slide stops and large magazine catches that can easily be reversed. The slide lock lever\u2019s leaf spring has been replaced with a coil spring. Also, there\u2019s only one pin in the locking block\/trigger mechanism. A second pin was added to Gen3 pistols because the trigger pin alone wasn\u2019t strong enough to deal with some cartridges like the .40 S&W and 10mm, for example. With Gen5 pistols, that locking block pin is gone, as they\u2019re currently only available in 9mm.<\/span><\/p>\n\n The Glock Marksman Barrel (GMB) marks a major improvement in Gen5 series pistols. It features enhanced hexagonal rifling and a crowned muzzle, which protects the rifling from damage by impacts and cleaning rods. If the muzzle crown is not true, propellant gas will escape on one side of the bullet while the other remains engaged within the bore, causing the bullet to tip as it exits the muzzle. But it\u2019s worth noting that this means Gen5 series barrels are not interchangeable with those of earlier models.<\/span><\/p>\n\n An examination of the Gen 5 internals revealed the firing pin has a square profile with ramping on both sides. The striker safety plunger has a ramped\u2014rather than round\u2014configuration, and the trigger return spring has been moved inside the mechanism housing. The striker, extractor, slide plate cover and entire trigger system have been redesigned and are not interchangeable with earlier parts. The recoil springs for the Glock 19X and Glock 34 Gen5 are not interchangeable with Gen4 springs; this is because of the locking block\/barrel change, and the nose ring being thicker. The Glock 26 Gen5 recoil spring is interchangeable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n Now let\u2019s look at the new trio of Gen5 pistols more closely. The Glock 19X was designed for the Army\u2019s Modular Handgun System (MHS) trials and is basically a modified Glock 17 frame with a Glock 19-length slide assembly. Although the Glock 19X pistols submitted for the MHS trials featured ambidextrous thumb safeties, Glock decided not to offer them commercially. Unique to the Glock 19X are its coyote tan finish and a lanyard attachment point on the heel of the grip. The latter can be removed.<\/span><\/p>\n The Glock 34 Gen5 is visually similar to the Gen4 version until you notice that it doesn\u2019t have an open-top slide. This pistol is also part of Glock\u2019s Modular Optic System (MOS) line; it allows shooters to add miniature reflex sights for competition and other uses. At the rear of the slide, there\u2019s a metal cover retained by two Allen screws. When it\u2019s removed, you\u2019ll see the slide had been cut so you can attach adapter plates directly on the slide. Four adapter plates and screws come with the pistol and are suitable for mounting Trijicon, Leupold, EOTech, Meopta, Docter, C-More and Insight reflex sights. In addition, the Glock 34 Gen5 is fitted with a competition trigger that breaks with 5.4 pounds of pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n Although the Glock 26 Gen5 has the same 1.4-inch width as its cousins, it features an attenuated slide and grip frame for easier concealment. The magazine holds 10 rounds but will accept all larger-capacity 9mm Glock magazines. This is a nice carryover. I personally carry a Glock 26 with a spare 17-round Glock 17 magazine for reloads.<\/span><\/p>\n\n Before leaving for the range, I mounted a Leupold DeltaPoint reflex sight on the Glock 34 Gen5. Then, after zeroing it, my wife, Becky, and I ran the Glocks through their paces. Our accuracy testing consisted of firing three 5-shot groups from an MTM K-Zone rest at 10 (Glock 26), 15 (Glock 19X) and 25 (Glock 34) yards with three brands of 9mm ammunition. And let me just say that these were three of the best-shooting stock Glocks I have fired in some time. All of them shot to the point of aim, producing impressive groups.<\/span><\/p>\n\n The Glock 34 Gen5 was intended for competition shooting, so I belted on a Safariland Model 014 Open Class competition holster and ran it through the classic \u201cEl Presidente\u201d drill. When I got the hang of the DeltaPoint\u2019s little red dot bouncing around, I consistently put all my rounds inside the three targets\u2019 A-zones. And thanks to Glock 34 Gen5\u2019s flared magazine well, my reloads were fast and fumble-free.<\/span><\/p>\n\n We then moved to the range\u2019s steel plate rack, and I set about knocking each target down with the G19X. Earlier, I had mounted a Night Stick tactical light on the G19X, and although that extra bit of weight up front helped tame the muzzle flip, the gun\u2019s trigger displayed a bit of new-gun stiffness. However, after I had a better measure of the trigger, I rarely used more than six rounds to knock down the half-dozen steel discs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n Last up was the Glock <\/span>26 Gen5, which I ran through some off-hand drills on a combat target from 8 yards. I drew from a Galco Avenger belt holster. I have used a Glock <\/span>26 for concealed carry for years, so this little Glock presented no surprises. And except for one round that mysteriously wandered out into the 7-ring, all the 9mms I sent downrange impacted inside the 9- and 10-rings.<\/span><\/p>\n At the beginning of this report, I said that \u201ca Glock is a Glock is a Glock.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n After shooting these new pistols, I can assure you that they are accurate, utterly reliable, ergonomically pleasing and user friendly. Or, to put it in simpler terms, they\u2019re Glocks. Plus, they come with a host of extra features.<\/span><\/p>\n For more information, visit glock.com.<\/span><\/p>","post_title":"Glock Test: On the Range With the Glock 26 Gen5, Glock 34 Gen5 and Glock 19X","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-test-g26-gen5-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:19:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:19:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/11\/13\/glock-test-g26-gen5-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130340,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-09-25 08:16:10","post_date_gmt":"2018-09-25 12:16:10","post_content":"\n\nThe announcement of the Glock 45\u2014a new 9mm<\/a> Glock 19X-inspired model with a black Glock nDLC finish and front slide serrations\u2014was big news yesterday, but the Smyrna, Ga.-based company also just dropped two other pistols: the Glock 17 Gen5 MOS and Glock 19 Gen5 MOS.\n\n[in_content post=\"199031\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nLike the Glock 45, these new pistols also sport front serrations. In addition, the Glock 34 Gen5 MOS, first introduced in January, is available with those same serrations. There's no word yet on the MSRP for these models. Look for these to be available beginning on Oct. 5. Read the full press release below for additional details.\nTimberwolf Full Size GEN 3 & 4 Frame Assemblies<\/h2>\nThe Timberwolf Full Size frames are the only truly GEN 3 and 4 slide-compatible frames on the market, according to Lone Wolf. They feature a slim grip and high cut under the trigger guard. An ultra-low bore axis and high grip tang help deliver a high level of recoil control.\n\nThe non-finger groove frames also feature two removable back straps and an ambidextrous GEN 4 magazine release. The LWD magwell helps promote fumble-free, fast reloads with 17, 22, 31 or 37-length magazines.\n\nThe made-in-the-U.S. frames come completely assembled by certified armorers. High-quality internal parts, including a LWD trigger assembly, come standard. The frames retail for $224.95.\n\nLone Wolf Distributors markets itself as a leading Glock accessory supplier. In addition to frame assemblies, the company website feature slides, barrels, sights, parts and more. If you're looking to take on a new pistol project, whether for concealed carry or competition, there's a lot here to choose from. For more information, visit lonewolfdist.com.<\/a>","post_title":"Lone Wolf Releases Timberwolf Full Size GEN 3 & 4 Frame Assemblies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"timberwolf-full-size-gen-3-4","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 12:09:58","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 16:09:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/12\/26\/timberwolf-full-size-gen-3-4\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":129946,"post_author":"350","post_date":"2018-11-13 06:59:44","post_date_gmt":"2018-11-13 11:59:44","post_content":"\n
Next-Gen Updates<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
Mag Time<\/h4>\n
Triggerguards<\/h4>\n[in_content post=\"199106\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n
That Finish<\/h4>\n
Ambidextrous<\/h4>\n
Glock Marksman Barrel<\/h4>\n
Glock Gen5 Interals<\/h4>\n
Hands On<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
Trio Testing<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
Glock 34 Gen5 Testing<\/span><\/h4>\n
G19X Testing<\/h4>\n
Glock <\/span>26 Gen5 Testing<\/span><\/h4>\n
Glock 17 & Glock 19 Gen5 MOS<\/h3>\n
GLOCK, Inc.,. expands the 5th Generation of GLOCK pistols with the addition of two modular optic ready platforms. The GLOCK 17 Gen5 MOS and GLOCK 19 Gen5 MOS come optic ready right from the factory and enable users to mount their preferred reflex sights to their pistol in order to improve their target acquisition.<\/em>\n\nThe Glock 17 Gen5 MOS and Glock 19 Gen5 MOS complete the evolution of perfection for the 9X19 family of Gen5 pistols<\/em>\n\n\u201cThe MOS platform offers a convenient way for users to mount reflex sights without costly alterations to an original GLOCK slide,\u201d said GLOCK, Inc. VP Josh Dorsey. \u201cThe resulting combination of optical sighting and the unparalleled accuracy and reliability of the new generation of GLOCK pistols set a new standard for this class of pistol.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThese Gen5 models are precision-machined to provide a mounting system for all popular optic sights. With multiple adapter plates, you can quickly and easily mount electronic sights to the rear of the slide. The Gen5 MOS family of pistols also feature front serrations for easier and quicker manipulations. This includes the addition of front serrations on the Glock 34 Gen5 MOS which was first introduced to the market in January, 2018.<\/em>\n\nThe Glock 17 Gen5 MOS and the Glock 19 Gen5 MOS will be available for purchase starting October 5th, 2018 at participating dealers. For additional information about GLOCK Modular Optic ready pistols, visit us.glock.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/blockquote>","post_title":"Glock Expands Gen5 MOS Lineup With New Glock 17, Glock 19 Models","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-17-19-gen5-mos-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-03-06 12:23:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-03-06 17:23:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/09\/25\/glock-17-19-gen5-mos-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130594,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-24 08:00:53","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-24 12:00:53","post_content":"\n\nGlock has recently introduced new factory 24-round 9mm<\/a> double stack magazines for when 17 rounds isn't enough and 33 rounds might be a little too much.\n\n[in_content post=\"194387\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nAccording to the product description on Glock's European website\u2014it isn't listed on Glock's American site\u2014these new Glock 24-round magazines are built from a polymer hardened steel insert. The magazine body is double cut and is compatible with a reversed magazine catch, as in the case of Glock Gen4 models. Check the full product listing below:\n
Glock 24-Round Magazines<\/h3>\n
Each Glock magazine is constructed from a hardened steel insert encased in high tech polymer to protect the magazine and prevent deformation, even when dropped from a great height. The high quality spring and follower ensure reliable feeding from the first round fed by a fully compressed spring down to the last shot. Its double cut magazine body also works with a reversed magazine catch on Gen4 Glock pistol models.<\/em>\n\nFeatures<\/em><\/strong>\n
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