It Broke After 550 Rounds. Or Did It?!! Springfield Echelon First Shots

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2024

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  • @rich1958
    @rich1958 Рік тому +22

    Screws lose is the least of issues a gun can have. Most people would take off screws and locktite when they took out of box. I watched 50 videos on this gun and this was first mention. Thanks for update.

    • @InvidiousIgnoramus
      @InvidiousIgnoramus Рік тому +6

      No, most people would not do that. Just because you realize it's a good idea does not mean many people would even consider it.

    • @watchyoutube9553
      @watchyoutube9553 Рік тому +3

      Thats what happens when folks dont invest in torque screwdriver and maybe locktite u usually do research when entering something new (red dots and mounting) Ud kno torque and locktite is key definitely torque

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +3

      Always need locktite but when haven't attached a optic yet and straight from the factory this shouldn't happen. Not everyone uses optics.

    • @DavidJones-hr9bn
      @DavidJones-hr9bn Рік тому +1

      ​@@gtacticsprotectionliterally had to buy a drill bit and screw extractor to remove the MOS plate from my Hellcat thanks to threadlock applied at factory; torx head screw rounded off with factory supplied wrench.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +2

      @DavidJones-hr9bn wow damn that really sucks. This is the 2nd time I heard of that. I'm surprised geeze. Sorry you had to deal with all that. Springfield needs to find a happy median for this. However the issue you had is even worse to me. I'd be pissed

  • @intacticalblack
    @intacticalblack Рік тому +9

    In my opinion... I believe it was those atomic rounds your buddy loads for you that backed out those optic plate screws. I think it's important to double check the screws, pins, all moving parts on any gun before a range day. Never assume all is right in pew pew land. Great review and thanks for the unbiased opinion.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +4

      That's true but for something like this advertised as duty I wanted to just let it run out the box. But thank you I definitely appreciate it. I will definitely post updates with the optic on

  • @Stormmonkey
    @Stormmonkey Рік тому +1

    Mine did the same thing after about 200 rounds, I never tightened the screws or put Loctite on them. RMR is installed now and ive shot another 500 rnds (with Loctite) and its still just as solid as when i first put it on.
    For anyone who buys the gun and doesn't intend to install an optic put some Loctite on before range day.

  • @mariovazquez3874
    @mariovazquez3874 Рік тому +5

    Thanks for the video. You are the 2nd or 3rd UA-camr that has bring this shortcoming of the provided screws and cover plate. Has not being worse since most reviews either used the review sample that included a red dot, or install one right away.

    • @rich1958
      @rich1958 Рік тому

      Could be worse… the gun could discharge with your finger off the trigger like the p320. This gun will be the new king assuming all 100 people who did videos are not shills. P320 is a POS and unsafe. Even if safe, it is horrible. I proudly own glock, Cz, S&W, canik, sig etc. echelon will be next!

  • @MulitGunArt
    @MulitGunArt Рік тому +7

    The optics cover plates on Springfields don’t come torqued down in my experience because they use to be in so tight you have to get a soldering iron and heat the screws to remove them, and most people want to put an optic on right out the box. A lot of customers would strip the screws attempting to remove the plates. I understand the disappointment tho if you just want to shoot it without inspecting or planing on add an optic. When I took my prodigy out the box the optic was mounted but not secure because the battery wasn’t installed. I didn’t know that at the time I just to the gun out locked the slide to the rear and the optic and plate fell off, but after further inspection I knew why. I shot the Echelon at the Springfield event and saw a few thousand rounds go the one with no stoppages or malfunctions.

    • @kingali7261
      @kingali7261 Рік тому

      I am having that problem with my hellcat pro one screw came out easy and the other one was in to tight it was going to get stripped so I stopped.

  •  Рік тому +1

    I’ve been very interested in the Echelon, I’m considering buying one. I like it that you bought your own. Makes me feel I can trust the review more. Interestingly, I’ve only had one gun that the slide cover flew off of and that was the Springfield Hellcat. I lost a screw, so I contacted Springfield and they sent me two new screws. I blue loctited them and have not had any more problems.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Yea the gun is great no other issues and it's good. I put the orange loctite on it with the optic and no real issues.

  • @mynick937
    @mynick937 Рік тому +1

    This is actually a croatian made handgun.
    It's intended to replace HS2000 in Croatian army and police force.
    Not sure how much Springfield has to do with design.
    Hellion rifle is basically VHS 2 rifle with different pistol grip and handguard.

  • @duanehawkins7377
    @duanehawkins7377 Рік тому +3

    Great video. Can’t wait until this model is on the roster and I’m able to purchase it.

  • @TalkingHands308
    @TalkingHands308 Рік тому +3

    I guess some loktite on those screws the moment you take one of these home won't be a bad idea, lol.

  • @scottsmith4710
    @scottsmith4710 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the review, I looking forward to picking one up after watching your badass shooting buddy.👍

  • @derictripp9245
    @derictripp9245 Рік тому +2

    For it being plastic tho it does have a sold feel still to it better feeling then most other plastic guns !

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +1

      That's true. I'm really liking it. The updated video is coming

    • @derictripp9245
      @derictripp9245 Рік тому +1

      Cool I plan to be popping in for future videos now !

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @derictripp9245 definitely appreciate it. Got a few videos I think everyone will like.

    • @derictripp9245
      @derictripp9245 Рік тому +1

      I had a lil trouble getting the subscribe button ! Don't know why but looks to finally have worked !

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @@derictripp9245 definitely appreciate it 🙏. Thank you

  • @jefferybrown1806
    @jefferybrown1806 6 місяців тому

    Great review! I totally agree that a locktite oversight is NOT a reason to give this gun a thumbs down. I own one and after about a thousand rounds no issues!

  • @KeterMalkuth
    @KeterMalkuth Рік тому +1

    X-ray alpha on UA-cam and Instagram believes in pulling straight through the trigger, rather than finding the wall. It's a valid technique, and with a good enough grip, trigger quality doesn't matter that much for handguns.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      That's true that's why I don't worry about the wall. I may have not stated it clear but the wall means nothing. But the trigger is cool.

  • @bryan1976
    @bryan1976 Рік тому +2

    I prefer that they don't locktite the screws from the factory considering most people are going to put an optic on anyway. Should they let customers know, yes.

  • @kentoncarter5613
    @kentoncarter5613 Рік тому +2

    The optic plates have been flying off because the screws are short.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Well I'm definitely going to be testing it alot more. I just put a holosun on it. And will be running the hell out of it

  • @tonyhenderson1108
    @tonyhenderson1108 Рік тому +1

    I put over 1k with my echelon with holosun 507 comp green dot it has ran flawlessly. I just put in a heavier spring guide and it helps with the recoil.

  • @Ocean2753
    @Ocean2753 Рік тому +2

    That is exactly what I do with my remove the screws clean the holes and put lo Lock in the screws ,I Shoot three hundred and fifty rounds and everything was perfect. Fifteen pounds for the screws.... I completely sure those places come loose intentionally, Just thinking that people going put a red dot immediately.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Very true. I believe that's their thoughts. But not e every one is a red dot fan though

    • @dongiacobe9155
      @dongiacobe9155 11 місяців тому

      I just put red dot on my recently purchased Echelon. Took off the plate, and no loctite on those little screws. I put on the Viridian RFX35 with the longer screws that came with the gun. Put some blue lactate on the screws and used torque screwdriver set to 14 lbs.

  • @ms-noosabeach
    @ms-noosabeach Рік тому +1

    Great review. I’ve run about 500 rounds through mine and like it a lot. I have medium hands and am still getting used to the slide release. Going to try the smaller back-strap next. Sending my best from Salt Lake City.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Thanks I really appreciate it. The medium backstrap works great even for slightly bigger hands. I think you will like it

  • @crazy8sdrums
    @crazy8sdrums Рік тому +7

    Springfield should ship the plate and screws not installed, but with the screws having blue loctite applied. Other manufacturers do. Good review!

  • @jamesanderson-cj1qy
    @jamesanderson-cj1qy Рік тому +1

    Finally, somebody with common sense.

  • @pauldvorsky1969
    @pauldvorsky1969 Рік тому

    Springfield Armory is a Leader in the Industry

  • @markmartinez6706
    @markmartinez6706 Рік тому +2

    I think those new cam pins will also knock under heavy use and carry. We will see but that and the mag bases appear to be the weak links.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Yea but I'm definitely going to see. I'm doing a red dot class tomorrow with it.

    • @PkwyDrive13
      @PkwyDrive13 Рік тому

      The pins are fit so tight they have literally no wiggle room whatsoever, they're pretty difficult just to line up and get in the holes, they won't be moving at all.

  • @leesamuelson
    @leesamuelson Рік тому +1

    screws are not loctited on plate. Usually 90% of the people install optics. many also use crappy bits and will strip out the screws if loctite is used.

  • @dadgotable
    @dadgotable Рік тому +2

    Just saw that pistol the other day, and said it would be a nice duty gun.

  • @chriswilliams5063
    @chriswilliams5063 Рік тому +2

    I'm gonna need the vendor for that tShirt you rocking, lol
    Great video

  • @Maurice3774
    @Maurice3774 2 місяці тому +1

    The Gun of the year 2023

  • @ShawnLowry-jf5vy
    @ShawnLowry-jf5vy Рік тому +2

    thanks for this videos.I had the same problem 600 rounds in

  • @TheRealZJE313
    @TheRealZJE313 Рік тому +2

    My brother I am so proud of you. To open a Gun shop in Baltimore Maryland where our Black politicians are ain't GUN and 2nd Amendment rights.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +1

      Thank you I definitely appreciate it. And I'm going to keep pushing back against them. We need the education and knowledge put out there and people to exercise their rights.

    • @kungfupanda6055
      @kungfupanda6055 Рік тому +1

      @@gtacticsprotection Definitely gained a sub cant wait to see more content

  • @caliveteranOIF
    @caliveteranOIF 11 місяців тому

    Modularity is the way. This could lead to Springfield getting a Military contract.🔥👍✌️

  • @ernestholloway9436
    @ernestholloway9436 Рік тому +3

    I have small hands and they work fine.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +1

      I have kind of big hands works for me and a few people with smaller hands haven't had issues

  • @TalkingHands308
    @TalkingHands308 Рік тому +1

    Slide release size doesn't matter one bit if you slingshot it... Doesn't matter if it doesn't even have one like a Beretta Pico or some others. Works 100% of the time.

    • @KeterMalkuth
      @KeterMalkuth Рік тому

      That's not the most optimal way to release the slide. Works for some applications and purposes, but not others.

    • @TalkingHands308
      @TalkingHands308 Рік тому

      @@KeterMalkuth Go ahead and try using a slide release lever on guns that literally don't have external slide release levers, lol. Have fun.

    • @KeterMalkuth
      @KeterMalkuth Рік тому

      @@TalkingHands308 I'm not sure what point you're trying to make. Just because not all guns are designed with optimal controls, doesn't change what is most optimal. How often do you see guns without slide releases used by top level competitors? How about top level military organizations?

    • @TalkingHands308
      @TalkingHands308 Рік тому

      @@KeterMalkuth I couldn't care less about competitions. I'm talking about using methods that are universal so that if you're ever in a situation where the only thing you can use is someone else's gun, it'll still work exactly the same with the same muscle memory you have. And switching from one gun to the other won't have any difference to the manual of arms. And what also works consistently while wearing gloves. I've seen so many people fumble with the slide release lever while wearing gloves. Hopefully that doesn't happen when your life is on the line. But anyway, you do you my friend. 👍

  • @donnywillis130
    @donnywillis130 Рік тому +1

    I want to like the trigger but it snaps back at my trigger finger till its sore. Wish it had a smoother pull

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      That was a slight issue. But after we hit around 1000 rounds it got smoother with no issues .

    • @donnywillis130
      @donnywillis130 Рік тому +1

      @gtacticsprotection great i hope that goes away. No one makes an upgraded trigger yet that i can tell

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @donnywillis130 no I haven't seen any yet. But the more you work it it gets way better

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @donnywillis130 if you can grab some trigger butter and put it on it as well. I'll see if they are doing a sale

  • @sleigh4019
    @sleigh4019 Рік тому +1

    Think they prob think you'll put optic or your gonna loctite it ..id be ok doing that myself ..cause I don't wanna mess with them locked in if I'm going to toss a optic on

  • @SaltyBbqPiggy
    @SaltyBbqPiggy Рік тому +3

    When you take a gun out of the box and don’t disassemble it, clean it and check it out, you can expect this. Instead of trying to induce failures, why don’t you ensure success? When you take it to the range without going over it first, you accept responsibility for its failures. Police departments have an armory that cleans their duty guns before issuing them. If you think cops don’t clean their guns, you are crazy. You’re crazy anyway. You got me laughing at you early in the morning. Thanks for the funny video. 😂

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Lol o I know they do. But wasn't trying to induce failures in it. But been liking it since then. Lol I'm glad could make you laugh brother. 😃

    • @SaltyBbqPiggy
      @SaltyBbqPiggy Рік тому +1

      @@gtacticsprotection I love your shop. If I’m ever in Baltimore, I’ll look you guys up and swing by. Best of luck to you and the channel.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @@SaltyBbqPiggy thank you. I definitely appreciate it. And hope we can meet one day.

  • @BangersandBullets
    @BangersandBullets Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Supporting my fellow content creators for the algorithm 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @donnywillis130
    @donnywillis130 Рік тому +1

    My optic plate shot off after the first 200 rounds

  • @marcusjasper2166
    @marcusjasper2166 Рік тому +1

    Springfield should have made it for the hex dragon to fix on it

  • @scottsmith4710
    @scottsmith4710 Рік тому

    Great video buddy!👍

  • @lamarekheyward4682
    @lamarekheyward4682 Рік тому +1

    Where’s your gun store located?

  • @elvisbest3213
    @elvisbest3213 Рік тому +1

    yes not having the lock tight on those screws i just bought this gun

  • @SHOOTERS_G.n.B
    @SHOOTERS_G.n.B Рік тому +1

    Good video…so I will say I went to a couple of launches for this gun Bro…all of them had the issue with the plate…It has happened on every firearm we shot…I feel like Locktite will suffice but never needed it for a plate cover…Range even had a fake SRO and that shit was flying off too…LMAO

  • @Fullmetal_Sensei
    @Fullmetal_Sensei Рік тому +2

    This dude called my fingers fat..... Da fug

  • @InvidiousIgnoramus
    @InvidiousIgnoramus Рік тому +1

    Hoping we see some other caliber options before long. I don't really like the P320, and Beretta has REALLY dropped the ball on the APX (A1 line doesn't even offer .40 S&W, and I STILL can't find a single A0 in .40 S&W anywhere, just magazines)

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Yea that's true. Hoping for a 45acp

    • @Mustardman420
      @Mustardman420 Рік тому

      .40 is a dead caliber. As it should be

    • @InvidiousIgnoramus
      @InvidiousIgnoramus Рік тому

      @@Mustardman420 spoken like a true NPC.

    • @Mustardman420
      @Mustardman420 Рік тому

      @@InvidiousIgnoramus nobody wants .40 it’s pointless just like the people still using them

    • @InvidiousIgnoramus
      @InvidiousIgnoramus Рік тому

      @@Mustardman420 Everything you say is incorrect. Curious.

  • @vettesrule11
    @vettesrule11 Рік тому +1

    Are you kidding me , that’s your issue 😂😂😂 put lock tite on the screws

  • @marcellusjohnson5494
    @marcellusjohnson5494 Рік тому +1

    Can you get your hands on oracle 2011 for a review

  • @scottdavis681
    @scottdavis681 Рік тому +1

    Just picked this up today. Love how you keep it real bro. Hit that subscribe for ya.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. Definitely appreciate it.

    • @scottdavis681
      @scottdavis681 Рік тому

      Do you know where I can get some extra mags for it? Seems like everyone is on backorder.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @@scottdavis681 what area do you live in

    • @scottdavis681
      @scottdavis681 Рік тому

      @@gtacticsprotection north & south carolina. No big name companies have any. I found some 17 round mags but no one has any 20 round. I been on Google for 2 days now looking

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @scottdavis681 send me a email I'll search and see what I can find for you

  • @flushot6513
    @flushot6513 Рік тому +1

    Did feel the gun felt good in hands

  • @neo-mt9mn
    @neo-mt9mn Рік тому +1

    Loctite is a must on that mfer😎

  • @4gottenWarriors
    @4gottenWarriors Рік тому +1

    Where did you get the shirt bruh...need that...

  • @rogerknight2267
    @rogerknight2267 Рік тому +2

    Well done. Now, I need advice on how to convince the wife.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому +1

      Lol I can try to help with that

    • @mongop177
      @mongop177 Рік тому +2

      I know what convinced my wife was a video where the guy posed as a UPS delivery guy and as soon as she cracked the door 4 other guys busted through the door and all you could hear were her and her kids screaming while being cursed at and at gun point. Her basic firearms training is on the 25th of this month, and we're going to a gun show tomorrow after I get off work.

    • @SHOOTERS_G.n.B
      @SHOOTERS_G.n.B Рік тому +2

      The advice is don’t tell her…use a card she don’t have access to…that will be $100 for the advice pal.

    • @mongop177
      @mongop177 Рік тому

      @@SHOOTERS_G.n.B he is trying to convince his wife to get a gun,not him buying a gun.

    • @SHOOTERS_G.n.B
      @SHOOTERS_G.n.B Рік тому +1

      @@mongop177 …LMAO…ooohhhh shit man good luck with that one..the gift size never balances out with women…her getting the Springfield will be equivalent of you getting her a Honda..

  • @jb7483
    @jb7483 Рік тому

    Sorry mate Berreta doesnt make the AXG, thats a Sig. However the screw issue sounds like a new shooter issue. If it is a screw you loctite it. This is basic firearm ownership 101, just like lubing the weapon because it is mechanical. Sorry, this is a non-issue.

  • @ernestholloway9436
    @ernestholloway9436 Рік тому +1

    I put a red dot on it quick

  • @wooddawg4868
    @wooddawg4868 Рік тому +1

    I will never switch away from Glock. It looks like a Glock so I will call it. A Glock clone.

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      Most polymer guns have some reminisce of glock lol. But I don't disagree.

    • @fredfried8786
      @fredfried8786 Рік тому +1

      I've had A30s and a 19.
      This blows both of them away

    • @gtacticsprotection
      @gtacticsprotection  Рік тому

      @@fredfried8786 I will agree. This gun is working to become my new duty weapon

  • @bozidarsicel3884
    @bozidarsicel3884 Рік тому +1

    Not enough shooting and to little noice!? 🤯

  • @paulcaudillo5640
    @paulcaudillo5640 Місяць тому

    It’s called Loc-Tite.

  • @Citizen2ACitizenLLC
    @Citizen2ACitizenLLC Рік тому +1

    Thank you Brother for this review. All of the "Sponsored: Tubers gave it "upper Echelon" reviews like Jesus shat it out...... I mean, I dont doubt that it's a great platform (Sig/Glock Inspired) but sheeeeeeesh. Can we get some honest reviews. I might still pick one up just because. Thanks again for sharing.

    • @SHOOTERS_G.n.B
      @SHOOTERS_G.n.B Рік тому

      Wassup homie…this gun is dope but because it’s a mix of the shit we already shooting it doesn’t excite me…I bought one for resell the hype dudes down tremendously it hasn’t sold yet…lmao it’s definitely sig320 meshed with Glock 17…seems like the first batch kinda on the rushed side to be continued….

  • @djorig
    @djorig Рік тому +2

    loctite

  • @toddparsons2980
    @toddparsons2980 Рік тому +2

    Looks like a flat shooter.

  • @marcellusjohnson5494
    @marcellusjohnson5494 Рік тому +1

    My bad oracle arms 2311

  • @darenalleyne466
    @darenalleyne466 Рік тому +1

    🫵🏾😎👍🏾

  • @earljenkins4671
    @earljenkins4671 Рік тому +1

    Ayyeeee

  • @wallyweaver2724
    @wallyweaver2724 Рік тому +1

    It's amusing to me that people are still surprised when the cheap junk that Springfield sells breaks. I would never, repeat never trust the life of my family or myself to any product by this company. Buy cheap...Get cheap.

  • @johnkale6302
    @johnkale6302 Рік тому

    Amature hour