Charlotte Gun Range review comparing the Glock 19 Gen 6 vs Gen 5 COA. CCW Training insights, grip ergonomics, trigger feel, and real-world range performance.

In this episode of The Reserve Podcast, we take a hands-on look at Glock’s newest Gen 6 Glock 19 and compare it directly to the Gen 5 COA. From grip texture and ergonomics to trigger feel and optics mounting, we break down what’s changed, what matters, and how each performs both in the studio and on the range.

We then put both pistols through a controlled shooting test to see how they stack up in terms of comfort, shootability, and consistency. All filmed in a safe, professional environment.

Whether you’re curious about Glock’s latest updates or just want a detailed side-by-side comparison, this episode covers everything you need to know.

0:00 Grip texture discussion and first impressions
0:24 Episode intro and Glock 19 overview
1:10 Gen 5 COA vs Gen 6 grip comparison
3:43 Safety check and in-hand comparison
4:50 Trigger feel and ergonomics discussion
6:25 Optics mounting system breakdown
9:08 Moving to the range for live testing
10:14 Gen 5 vs Gen 6 shooting results
11:11 25-yard accuracy comparison
12:42 Final thoughts and preferences
13:24 Closing remarks

Which Glock generation do you prefer and why?
How important is grip texture when choosing a handgun?
Would you run a pistol stock or customize it over time?

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Charlotte Gun Range insights on SHOT Show 2026, suppressor innovation, ammo technology, and the latest 2011 / double-stack 1911 trends CCW Training perspectives, Staccato discussion, and industry-wide product trends - no hype, just real talk from the floor. In this episode of The Reserve Podcast, Corey and Matt break down what they’re most excited to see at SHOT Show 2026 - the biggest week in the firearms industry. From suppressor advancements and additive manufacturing to 2011 pistols, ammunition technology, and emerging brands, we cover what matters and why it matters.

We also talk about accessibility in firearms design, budget-friendly brands closing the gap, and what trends may shape the consumer market over the next year—plus how Blackstone will be covering SHOT Show in real time.

0:00 SHOT Show = “Adult Disneyland”
0:22 Intro + what this episode covers
0:44 Suppressors and what’s trending
2:22 Additive manufacturing in suppressors
3:47 2011 / double-stack 1911 market
5:01 Staccato’s impact on duty-focused pistols
7:37 Competitors and alternative platforms
10:05 Modularity and serialized components
12:01 Ammunition technology and testing trends
14:54 New releases and brand speculation
16:33 Accessibility and budget-friendly firearms
18:51 Blackstone’s SHOT Show coverage plans
21:02 Outro + where to follow SHOT Show updates

What product category are you most excited to see at SHOT Show this year?
Do you think suppressor technology has plateaued or is it still evolving rapidly?
Which brands do you think are quietly winning right now?

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Charlotte Gun Range suppressor overview - The Reserve Podcast. CCW Training mindset: reducing concussion, gas, and shooter fatigue with suppressors

In this episode of The Reserve Podcast, Corey and Matt break down suppressors from a practical, real-world perspective: what they do, how they reduce sound and concussion, why “movie quiet” is a myth, and how modern materials and designs affect performance. This is a product discussion intended for education and entertainment only.

00:00 – Silencers: misunderstood in movies
00:24 – Intro: What is a suppressor?
00:46 – Simple explanation (car muffler analogy) + decibels/concussion
01:16 – “Assassin” misconception + why people actually use them
01:31 – Legality + tax stamp context
02:16 – What this episode will cover
02:24 – Matt’s use cases (9mm pistols, AR-15, .22 with kids)
02:57 – Two main categories: pistol vs rifle
03:33 – Why “one can for everything” isn’t ideal (modular / bore size)
04:19 – How suppressors work (gas cooling / slowing)
04:53 – Dedicated 5.56 vs 30 cal tradeoff
05:54 – .22 cans: “movie quiet” factor
06:19 – Pistol cans: CAT Street Crack vs Rugged Obsidian 9
06:40 – 3D printed cans: what it changes (baffles/geometry)
08:06 – Titanium pros/cons + heat limitations
09:08 – Rifle cans: pressure/temperature considerations
09:52 – Flow-through suppressors + back pressure explained
11:10 – Health/safety angle (gas, exposure, indoor range practices)
12:20 – Best 9mm suppressor picks + value options
14:20 – Materials (Inconel/718) + “hard use” use cases
15:02 – “Quietest for AR” discussion + 3D printing catching up
16:13 – Popular calibers + hunting use cases
17:06 – Subsonic explained + why some calibers shine suppressed
19:00 – 300 Blackout: why it’s popular
20:34 – Shotgun suppressors (Salvo 12, niche options)
22:12 – Quick buying-fit framework (caliber, mounts, compatibility)
23:24 – Tax stamp clarification + tech trends
24:23 – Wrap + subscribe

What matters most to you: sound reduction, gas reduction, weight, or durability?
If you could only suppress one platform first, would you choose .22, 9mm, or 5.56?
What’s the biggest myth you believed about suppressors before this episode?

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