October 29, 2023 in Competition Gun Reviews Gunsmithing & Parts Handguns & Revolvers

Building a Glock 34 for Competitive Shooting

Building a Glock 34 for Competitive Shooting

How to Save Money Building a Glock 34 Frame Up on a Budget A bone stock Glock 34 retails for $629. This makes the Glock 34 a popular choice for budget minded competitive shooters. When compared against the Sig Legion for $1400, the CZ Shadow 2 which can cost somewhere between 2.5 to 3x more, or worse, a 2011 stacatto, where were talking as much as 5x more expensive than the Glock 34, the Glock 34 by comparison seems like a pretty budget friendly option. However, all of those pistols have better triggers and better features that make them attractive

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October 16, 2023 in Gun Reviews Gunsmithing & Parts Handguns & Revolvers

How to Build a Gucci Glock that Actually Works (PSA Dagger Best Upgrades)

How to Build a Gucci Glock that Actually Works (PSA Dagger Best Upgrades)

The Problem with “Gucci” Glocks Everyone who frequents the range has seen this sight before. Some poor employee with a hammer (quite possibly very unsafely) is railing on a glock clone in the back trying to unstick a locked up slide from a frankenstein of a glock clone with steel case ammo. The internet scoffs at these people “what is that glockenstein monstrocity”, “I think I just threw up a little”, “why would you ruin a good design”. “Two words, Glock perfection”, “Bubba no”. But here’s the deal guys, I love building not a glock clones. Its fun. I have

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October 13, 2023 in Gun Reviews Handguns & Revolvers

Springfield XD vs Glock: Which is better? Why did the XD never kill Glock?

Springfield XD vs Glock: Which is better? Why did the XD never kill Glock?

Springfield XD vs Glock. Two Pistols with Decades of History. The Springfield XD came out in the U.S. over 20 years ago now back in 2002. However, it’s even older than that. Originally, it was made in Croatia under the name HS2000, produced by manufacturer I.M Metal, since 1991. After springfield acquired the rights to the design and started producing the weapons, some in the U.S. Market were proclaiming that it would be a Glock killer. Undeniably, the pistol did well, but it didn’t live up to that moniker. Glock had a 14 year headstart on the XD coming to

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October 1, 2023 in History of Guns

History of the Glock Pistol in 3 Minutes

History of the Glock Pistol in 3 Minutes

History of Glock in 3 Minutes Do you know the history of the Glock Handgun? In today’s episode of CRACKSHOT.tv’s History of firearms, join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the intriguing history of the iconic Glock pistol. From the Gen 1 glock 17 to today’s modern Gen 5 glock pistols, we’ll explore the innovative design, evolutionary features, and the profound impact this remarkable firearm has had on the world of weapons. Prepare to be amazed by the rich narrative behind the Glock, a handgun that has revolutionized the industry. Whether you’re a firearm enthusiast or a

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