Recoil Reduction Revolution: The Glock 19 Gen 5 Compensator Explained
As far as combat pistols go, you would be hard-pressed to find a handgun equal to the Glock. From its sheer simplicity to its ease of operation, there's never been a pistol quite like Gaston Glock's masterpiece.
Its invention revolutionized the world of firearms as we know it today. Armies, law enforcement agencies, security companies, and even civilians prefer this pistol over its competitors. It is a no-frills weapon that does exactly what it's designed to do: shoot and shoot—both accurately and reliably.
However, even perfection can be improved, and this applies more to the Glock than any other pistol around. A fact which can be evinced by the plethora of aftermarket components and accessories for this venerated handgun.
From match triggers with custom pull weights to red dot sights, you can do it all on your Glock. Amongst all the accessories you can install, a compensator is the single most important item for enhancing the performance of your stock Glock.
The Glock Compensator: Just What Your Stock Glock Needs
The pistol compensator is a device that can be attached to the muzzle of your weapon. It is designed to redirect the gases created by the explosion of the firearm's discharge upward via vent holes on its top surface. An uncompensated firearm will eject all the gases outside the muzzle without channeling them in any specific direction. This will lead to a phenomenon known as 'muzzle jump,' whereupon the weapon jumps upward in the shooter's hand after every shot. Apart from impairing accuracy, this will also lead to slower follow-up shots. It can also lead to flinching issues.
However, the trusty Glock compensator channels these rapidly expanding gases through its port holes. Since they vent the explosive gases upward, your hand will automatically feel like it's been pushed down. This way, you will always be on target and can take shot after shot, both rapidly and accurately.
Herrington Arms' Glock Compensator
The HC9C 3.0 Compensator is a small but highly effective compensator developed by the good people at Herrington Arms. It can be safely and easily installed on Glock's most popular 9x19 models, the G17, G19, and G26 range of pistols (Gens II to V), provided you have a threaded barrel.
This compensator has been created from light 6061 Aluminum material that's both tough and highly durable. Best of all, you won't have to hack away at the innards of your precious carry weapon since it can work well with OEM springs. This tiny compensator is so small you can continue using your regular carry holster. At the same time, it would give you the recoil-reducing performance you want to rely on—both at the range and in the field.
Rest assured, this Glock 19 Gen 5 Compensator is a genuinely amazing upgrade for your fine 9mm Glock handgun.