Showdown! Glock 45 ~vs~ Zev OZ9C Hypercomp X ~vs~ DC Precision DC9R

When a general design yields such strong attributes… it can lead to innovation from others out there. This is the case we have here in which Glock has a platform that has sustained the test of time. It’s simple and incredibly effective which is why its a favorite among all Gun Enthusiast, Military and LEO.

With its increased popularity, many aftermarket companies have emerged to either provide improvements or even enhanced the platform with their own design. However, does spending additional cash actually yield prominent performance? This is what this showdown answers!

In this video, I share my experience with my Budget-Build Glock 45 build versus the evolved Zev OZ9c Hypercomp X and the ultimate execution of a Glock… the DC Precision DC9R.

Specifications (click on titles for more details on each Gun)

Glock 45 MOS

  • New MSRP of $620 in Q2 of 2023

  • I bought this one lightly used for $515

  • MOS

  • 4inch barrel and slide combo you’d find on a G19 with essentially full-size grip you see on the G17


Zev OZ9 Hypercomp X

  • With an MSRP of $1899 on their website it is nearly 3x

  • This has a similar footprint as a G45 and as you compare the size it’s about the same

  • You can actually use the same holster but may want to consider longer screws as the Zev is naturally wider and needs to have more room in order to function properly

  • This comes with the Full-size Grip with a 1911 angle

  • Ported island barrel

  • Modular design to add on different grips etc


DC Precision DC9R

  • Coming at a little over 2.5 of the Zev is DC9R at an MSRP $5000

  • This is a gun meant to have the very best and and truly be something special

  • Its modularity has more in common with a 2011 as the frame and grip are two separate components with the frame being steel and grip aluminum

  • Everything is hand fitted so the tolerance and feel are nice and tight.

Showdown Results

Doubles

  • 15yd - 2 sets of 10 each - splits and group size

    • DC9R = 4/5 .21 @ 4” ; 4/5 .22 @ 5”

    • OZ9 = 3/5 .20 @ 6”; 3/5 .20 @ 7”

    • G45 = .22/25 @ all alpha zone; .25 slightly tighter all alphas 8”

Bill Drill @ 25yds

  • Bill drill - load, shoot 6, load, shoot 6 - USPSA Hit Factor Scoring

    • DC9R

      • Time = 9.85

      • Hits = 9A, 3C

      • HF = 5.482

    • OZ9

      • Time = 9:71

      • Hits = 7A, 4C, 1D

      • HF = 4.943

    • G45

      • Time = 11:71

      • Hits = 9A, 3C

      • HF = 4.611

Transition and Multiple Targets - 3 strings of fire with 6 rounds each. 2 rear targets at 25 yds… Close Target @ 10yds; USPSA Hit Factor Scoring

  • 3 Targets - MLR, LRM, RML (M=Middle; R=Right; L=Left)

    • DC9R

      • Time = 10.29; avg 3.43

        • S1 3:72

        • S2 3:25

        • S3 3:32

      • Hits = 10A, 5C, 3D

        HF 6.608

    • OZ9

      • Time = 10.61; avg 3.54

        • S1 3:44

        • S2 3:71

        • S3 3:46

      • Hits = 12A, 5C, 1D

        HF = 7.163

    • G45

      • Time = 11.22 average 3.74

        • S1 4:09

        • S2 3:60

        • S3 3:53

      • Hits = 14A, 3C, 1D

        HF = 7.130

If you’d like to see run Matches with these gun… Check out my Instagram account… yes my account is private as I just want to share info on there to my audience and not whomever… so just request and I’ll accept!

Gun ReviewsPaul Boltonidpa, Zev oz9, Hypercomp