Let me get 2 facts out of the way:
- I own several 1911's
- I do not own any Glocks
As many have said, a 1911 maintained to specs is reliable. (I agree, ALL of mine function flawlessly.)
It's also no secret that Glocks are highly reliable. I've heard several people boast of being able to cycle empty brass without any problems.
Without sparking the very tired and boring "1911's are better than Glocks/Glocks are better than 1911's" argument, my question is, why are Glocks so reliable?
I'm looking for (but probably won't find) an answer like "The Glock's extractor is disigned to... " or "The Glock's ejection port...", etc...
Again, I believe both designs CAN be reliable. My question is why the Glock has a reputation for being more so. Another way of asking the question might be "Why is the reliability of the 1911 design so sensitive?"
Before all you 1911 people flame me, remember I'm one of your own. I don't have any intention of buying a Glock. I have shot several; they aren't for me. I'm only curious about their reliability.
- I own several 1911's
- I do not own any Glocks
As many have said, a 1911 maintained to specs is reliable. (I agree, ALL of mine function flawlessly.)
It's also no secret that Glocks are highly reliable. I've heard several people boast of being able to cycle empty brass without any problems.
Without sparking the very tired and boring "1911's are better than Glocks/Glocks are better than 1911's" argument, my question is, why are Glocks so reliable?
I'm looking for (but probably won't find) an answer like "The Glock's extractor is disigned to... " or "The Glock's ejection port...", etc...
Again, I believe both designs CAN be reliable. My question is why the Glock has a reputation for being more so. Another way of asking the question might be "Why is the reliability of the 1911 design so sensitive?"
Before all you 1911 people flame me, remember I'm one of your own. I don't have any intention of buying a Glock. I have shot several; they aren't for me. I'm only curious about their reliability.