Thanks for posting this. All of the pieces fell out of the slide as I was cleaning it, but thanks to this video, I was able to successfully put it back together. Much appreciated.
I have the xds trigger spring set and the apx striker guide from them and they are both awesome. These guys are top notch and the customer service is great. They accidentally sent the nano striker instead of the apx and was rectified in 1 day. Plus the videos make it really easy.
I’ve watched this many times before. My beretta apx had proved this at the range with 18 lbs stainless steel guide rod spring assembly and my gun cycled very well with more accuracy. I also have the 20 lbs which I will use next time. These upgrades are more efficient than the stock polymer guide rod spring assembly because it’s stainless steel guide rod with heavier recoil spring. I love my beretta apx 9mm fullsize with this metallic guide rod.
I received my APX Trigger spring today. I was very excited about installing this. I will say, I did struggle placing the back plate back on. I had some issue applying enough force on the extractor to get the plate to slide into place. I took the pistol apart several times to test where it was binding, but it seems like it just required more force to get it back together than I expected. This pistol is VERY tight on all moving parts. Even the top slide release was crazy tight. But the great news it is back together and I am so happy with this new lighter pull. Headed to the range to run some ammo through it now!!
thank you very much, beretta has an "instillation video" that literally teaches us nothing other than; where the spring goes and that Beretta has no idea how to make a proper instillation video. Liking, subscribing and checking out your website. thanks again.
I got a apx compact and have not taken to it for this reason. I was going to trade it for something else but looked up this video. I bought your reduced power spring set for my sar cm9 and liked the results so I just bought this. Thanks.
Thanks for this great video, I was facing a problem with the pulling the trigger it was really heavy, but after ordering this part and replacing the original one, the new striker guide is way different now i feel the difference and how soft is the trigger is. Recommended striker guide for the Beretta APX.... Best regards Sultan
GallowayPrecision Janette is the best; say “hi” back to her, thanks for her support, because of her I got this item delivered to me. Really this striker guide feels way different from the original one, thanks to you guys for your great ideas how to upgrade our pistols. And the review video about how to install this striker is so great and easy to do. Thanks for you guys.
I have a 40 S&W Apx, cannot get the rear plate off . Is the 40 S&W different from the 9mm? The plate starts to move but then locks up because it will not come out straight
How many rounds fired? I have a 7 lb trigger pull weight, average on a Lyman pull gauge, with this SS kit. Have not fired the pistol yet. It is brand new in the box.
Can you clarify if this works in the APX A1 Carry? Your website says it does not fit A1 series (not sure if that meant the other compact and full sized models) but does fit APX single stack so I figured I would ask. Thank you
Good question, it has caused some confusion. It will only fit the Nano and the original APX Carry Single Stack. Will NOT fit the APX A1 Carry, APX A1 Full Size, APX A1 Compact, or APX A1 Full Size Tactical. Between the APX Carry and the APX A1 Carry the striker did change and we don't have one available for that pistol.
We offer recoil spring assemblies for the apx full size yes. We do not offer any trigger springs. We do offer a striker guide replacement also under our apx parts page.
We do offer a full Reduced Power Spring Kit for the Nano and APX Carry Single Stack pistols, sear spring, blocker spring, and stainless steel striker guide for nice trigger pull, smooth and easy action, this does not alter the striker spring. Reduces pull by about 1.5 lbs. It does not reduce pull length or reset length. It is on both our APX and Nano product pages of our Galloway Precision website. Sorry due to UA-cam's policy on firearms I can not leave a direct link to the website here.
Is taking the striker guide out of the APX the same as it would be for the Nano? Can I use part of this video as a example to upgrade the Nano’s striker guide as well?
I just got an apx a1 carry. The trigger is nothing like you are demonstrating. Very long pull, very heavy pull and crunchy feeling. Is this normal. My accuracy is bad due to fighting the trigger.
As soon as we start developing them you can bet I will. Hopefully towards the end of the year the panic buying will slow down some so we can get some sample pistols on the way.
My hands are full of arthritis and I have a difficult time to pull the slide my hands are not strong enough to hold on to the slid grips what can I do or get to reduce the pull rate on the slide
Sorry, not something we can offer currently. I have plans to offer our rack assist plates in aluminum and that will be the best solution for you I believe. Going lower on the recoil spring rate is not a good option for lower racking effort and honestly will not help much, a rack assist will be much easier and better overall for your need.
You should be able to just compress it like in the video forward to allow the plate to slide off. Push the plate back to the lock position and retry compressing the guide.
We have not tested theirs. Our Striker Guide Kit eliminates the wall, and has the added bonus of taking around 1lb to 2lbs off of the trigger pull weight depending on the tolerances of your particular pistol.
Will this work with the 9mm compact? I haven't really been able to find anything aftermarket for the compact and would like to know if most apx parts are compatible with the compact.
Galloway prices as extremely reasonable and they move the products out! The instructional video is good. I own Glocks and their rear plate removal is much easier. I did buy a factory lighter striker spring assembly too because it was inexpensive. My Galloway parts arrive today and I will report after installation and testing. With that said, I am not fond of the dual part removal system of the Beretta rear slide plate. It becomes easier with practice, but Beretta should have taken a lesson from Glock.
They are on the list, but we needed to get caught up on guide rods first. If you contact Debbie through our website, she'll put you on the list to be notified as soon as they are ready.
It didn't work for me. I haven't felt any difference between factory and GP spring, except weird vibrations every time I pulled the trigger. I will try to return it.
I had a similar experience. The GP striker spring felt heavier and I got those odd vibrations and sounds as well. I ended up using the OEM competition spring with the GP guide and it made all the difference. If you have not returned it yet, you could use the stock spring. The advantage of the GP guide is that it is uncaptured so you can change springs out. And its high quality stainless steel so it adds weight and won't bend. The OEM plastic guides get beat to hell each time I take it out to clean the striker and they wear and shed. Its hard to tell with the black one, but with the green I was finding tiny green specks of plastic in the internals. Not sure what GP has to say about using the OEM springs but so far I have had no issues.
@@rothearl9375 Thanks man! That is a great idea. I will definitely give it a try. I actually kept it. I figured sending it back will cost me additional money and though it might be my spare one. Here you provided me with a fresh idea. I have to say that GP was very responsive and customer service is outstanding. They gave me an option to return it - I just did not use it. Thanks again!
@@tomek.karpinski I got this solution from a review on eBay. Someone else had the same experience too and that’s what they did. One thing I should mention, getting an OEM spring off is straightforward. Getting it back on is really hard to do (at least for me). Just wanted to let you know in case you try it out and don’t like it. Hope it works out for you.
@@rothearl9375 I just tried this and it puts a ton of pressure on the striker block since it is uncaptured, standard and competition ones from beretta do not put any pressure that I see(push striker block with finger and striker doesn’t move), with this it is shooting forward. Think I’ll be sending mine back and stick with the green striker
@@donaldlococo7353 Thanks for the info. I was unaware that was happening. I ended up putting the factory striker back in and only fired 100 rounds with the GP striker/OEM spring. I imagine long term usage with that setup would not be good.
Apx a1 full size. Really heavy trigger. Press trigger to take up slop. Hit wall. Continue to squeeze. No break. Heavy soft squeeze. Then clench fist to fire. This throws me off target. Weirdest pistol trigger ive shot. No trigger upgrades. Only this striker spring. Feel after install does feel lighter. Havent been to range to test yet. Wish there was a "available" cost friendly trigger out there.
It really depends on the grain of the ammunition you will be shooting, also if you have the 9mm or 40S&W. 22lbs for the 40 would be your best bet, and 20lbs for the 9mm. If you're shooting powderpuff loads for competition I'd go with the 15lb.
GallowayPrecision Shooting mostly 124 Grain (sometimes 115) 9mm Blazer Brass. No competition (yet) just range target shooting is all. With that info what do you recommend? Also I'll be buying your firing spring as well. Thanks
@@GallowayPrecision the APX carry I handled felt way to much like the Nano trigger. Long and heavy. I'd rather it be just like the APX trigger. Now if I can just figure out how to make my Nano trigger just like my APX
Thanks for posting this. All of the pieces fell out of the slide as I was cleaning it, but thanks to this video, I was able to successfully put it back together. Much appreciated.
Thanks for this, helped me out on changing mine. The new spring made a straight from factory badass even better
Great part. Clear, concise video. Please come out with the Stainless Guide Rod for APX Centurion.
It's in the works.
I have the xds trigger spring set and the apx striker guide from them and they are both awesome. These guys are top notch and the customer service is great. They accidentally sent the nano striker instead of the apx and was rectified in 1 day. Plus the videos make it really easy.
I’ve watched this many times before. My beretta apx had proved this at the range with 18 lbs stainless steel guide rod spring assembly and my gun cycled very well with more accuracy. I also have the 20 lbs which I will use next time. These upgrades are more efficient than the stock polymer guide rod spring assembly because it’s stainless steel guide rod with heavier recoil spring. I love my beretta apx 9mm fullsize with this metallic guide rod.
I received my APX Trigger spring today. I was very excited about installing this. I will say, I did struggle placing the back plate back on. I had some issue applying enough force on the extractor to get the plate to slide into place. I took the pistol apart several times to test where it was binding, but it seems like it just required more force to get it back together than I expected. This pistol is VERY tight on all moving parts. Even the top slide release was crazy tight. But the great news it is back together and I am so happy with this new lighter pull. Headed to the range to run some ammo through it now!!
Great to hear it's back together and you are happy with the results. We appreciate your business.
Thanks so much for this vid! Just installed mine and it’s awesome
thank you very much, beretta has an "instillation video" that literally teaches us nothing other than; where the spring goes and that Beretta has no idea how to make a proper instillation video.
Liking, subscribing and checking out your website. thanks again.
Glad to help
I got a apx compact and have not taken to it for this reason. I was going to trade it for something else but looked up this video. I bought your reduced power spring set for my sar cm9 and liked the results so I just bought this. Thanks.
Thanks for this great video, I was facing a problem with the pulling the trigger it was really heavy, but after ordering this part and replacing the original one, the new striker guide is way different now i feel the difference and how soft is the trigger is.
Recommended striker guide for the Beretta APX....
Best regards
Sultan
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GallowayPrecision
Janette is the best; say “hi” back to her, thanks for her support, because of her I got this item delivered to me.
Really this striker guide feels way different from the original one, thanks to you guys for your great ideas how to upgrade our pistols.
And the review video about how to install this striker is so great and easy to do.
Thanks for you guys.
Mine is 6lb pull from factory. It could be that those who are getting 4lb triggers from the factory are erroring while taking measurements.
Great video- had a stuck back plate before this - SUPER helpful
Glad it helped!
Yes very interested in recoil spring. Please bring out video.
I have a 40 S&W Apx, cannot get the rear plate off . Is the 40 S&W different from the 9mm? The plate starts to move but then locks up because it will not come out straight
Gun works just fine factory.. Right around 4-5.5 lbs, very minimal changes imo
@E ZA What are your thoughts?
How many rounds fired? I have a 7 lb trigger pull weight, average on a Lyman pull gauge, with this SS kit. Have not fired the pistol yet. It is brand new in the box.
Will this spring work for the APX A1 tactical or full size? I assume it will but I’m going to order an optic plate and will order the spring as well.
Thank you for the question. Our Stainless Steel Striker Guide Upgrade Kit Fits Beretta APX Standard, Full Size Centurion, and Compact Pistols.
Can you clarify if this works in the APX A1 Carry? Your website says it does not fit A1 series (not sure if that meant the other compact and full sized models) but does fit APX single stack so I figured I would ask. Thank you
Good question, it has caused some confusion. It will only fit the Nano and the original APX Carry Single Stack. Will NOT fit the APX A1 Carry, APX A1 Full Size, APX A1 Compact, or APX A1 Full Size Tactical. Between the APX Carry and the APX A1 Carry the striker did change and we don't have one available for that pistol.
I wasnt sure if it was me or does this gun really have a heavy break. And that heavy brake is more noticed when you shoot the 3.7 inch version.
It's just you
my centurion has a smooth break
Smooth break but a heavy break as you mentioned.
great video. Can u make one for the complete take down of the frame also? Thanks very much
It's on the list, time is my enemy on a lot of stuff hahahaha.
What a SORRY how-to.
The pin that you push in to seat the slide plate, does the raised portion go to the inside or outside?
🥂 great to know , do you sell the kit for the barrel spring & green trigger spring combo ? Thanks ,Mike
We offer recoil spring assemblies for the apx full size yes. We do not offer any trigger springs. We do offer a striker guide replacement also under our apx parts page.
Any advice on a fix for the APX Carry's terrible trigger?
We do offer a full Reduced Power Spring Kit for the Nano and APX Carry Single Stack pistols, sear spring, blocker spring, and stainless steel striker guide for nice trigger pull, smooth and easy action, this does not alter the striker spring. Reduces pull by about 1.5 lbs. It does not reduce pull length or reset length. It is on both our APX and Nano product pages of our Galloway Precision website.
Sorry due to UA-cam's policy on firearms I can not leave a direct link to the website here.
Is taking the striker guide out of the APX the same as it would be for the Nano? Can I use part of this video as a example to upgrade the Nano’s striker guide as well?
This is a blessing specially with the slide spring upgrade bro😂😂😂
Glad you are pleased. Thank you for the feedback.
Have issues removing APX rear sight can you do a video on difficult rear sight removal/adjustments?
Let me see what I can make happen.
I just got an apx a1 carry. The trigger is nothing like you are demonstrating. Very long pull, very heavy pull and crunchy feeling. Is this normal. My accuracy is bad due to fighting the trigger.
This video is for the APX double stack. The APX single stack is a completely different gun.
Can you do a video and playlist on your Beretta M9 series mods and upgrades please?
As soon as we start developing them you can bet I will. Hopefully towards the end of the year the panic buying will slow down some so we can get some sample pistols on the way.
Thanks for this video, it's really helpful.
nice video, which is the difference between the green spring from Beretta and the one you offer? Why os it better? p.s. do you deliver in Italy - EU?
Hey my apx full size won’t fire can it be the striker
My hands are full of arthritis and I have a difficult time to pull the slide my hands are not strong enough to hold on to the slid grips what can I do or get to reduce the pull rate on the slide
Sorry, not something we can offer currently. I have plans to offer our rack assist plates in aluminum and that will be the best solution for you I believe. Going lower on the recoil spring rate is not a good option for lower racking effort and honestly will not help much, a rack assist will be much easier and better overall for your need.
What happens if the striker guide doesn't come out right and the striker guide gets wedged behind the backing plate
You should be able to just compress it like in the video forward to allow the plate to slide off. Push the plate back to the lock position and retry compressing the guide.
How similar is this procedure to the Beretta apx a1?
The striker guide and spring are different on the APX A1. You can use the video to remove it on your A1.
What are you talking about? Mine has a 4.2 pound trigger, factory.
Gunsquawk 44 so as mine
So how did the 22 pound guide rod do ?
Are you able to remove the striker block? And have the gun function properly wondering if so I could add a RDO
Probably, but I wouldn't do it. Beretta is selling them milled for an optic now straight from the factory though.
where did you find out it's using 22-pound spring? or you test it by yourself? thanks for any references
Do you have any plans on restocking these any time soon?
Hi, Thank you for this video. Where can i buy from this steel recoil spring ? Can you help me ?
Their website.
How is this striker compared to the beretta reduced power striker?
We have not tested theirs. Our Striker Guide Kit eliminates the wall, and has the added bonus of taking around 1lb to 2lbs off of the trigger pull weight depending on the tolerances of your particular pistol.
@@GallowayPrecision how many pounds is the striker spring you offer for the apx?
Great video, thanks.
Thanks for posting.
Does this fit the APX A1 tactical full-size?
Yes, will fit the APX A1 Tactical Full Size. Thanks for asking.
Will this work with the 9mm compact? I haven't really been able to find anything aftermarket for the compact and would like to know if most apx parts are compatible with the compact.
Yes it will work in the Compact, Centurion, and Full Size.
When will this be back in stock?
I just got my PAX in July and where do I buy this upgrade?
I meant APX LMAO
Does the striker guide work in the compact?
I've sent a couple out for people to test I should know pretty soon.
How did the testing go? I have a apx compact as well and I’m interested
Will this work on the newer a1?
As long as it is not the APX A1 Carry.
Do you ship to South America, Chile?
Sorry, due to ITAR restrictions we can not ship outside the US.
Galloway prices as extremely reasonable and they move the products out! The instructional video is good. I own Glocks and their rear plate removal is much easier. I did buy a factory lighter striker spring assembly too because it was inexpensive. My Galloway parts arrive today and I will report after installation and testing. With that said, I am not fond of the dual part removal system of the Beretta rear slide plate. It becomes easier with practice, but Beretta should have taken a lesson from Glock.
Paul Klenk it’s a beretta. Much better than a glock
Do you make a holster for the apx centurion?
Not currently, but it's on my list.
Will they ever be in stock again?
They are on the list, but we needed to get caught up on guide rods first. If you contact Debbie through our website, she'll put you on the list to be notified as soon as they are ready.
I need help with my APX it has some issues
brandon just put both in my apx.... does the guide rod need Loctite ?
No.
GallowayPrecision thank you
What is the price of this. and what about the guide rod with the 22pound spring. I do not see on the web site
The striker guide will be going up on the website by the end of this week, beginning of next week. Same for the guide rods.
gallowayprecision.com/beretta/apx/stainless-steel-guide-rod-assembly-for-beretta-apx-pistols/
gallowayprecision.com/beretta/apx/striker-guide-kit-for-beretta-apx-pistols/
@@GallowayPrecision Do you have for APX Centurion?
It didn't work for me. I haven't felt any difference between factory and GP spring, except weird vibrations every time I pulled the trigger. I will try to return it.
I had a similar experience. The GP striker spring felt heavier and I got those odd vibrations and sounds as well. I ended up using the OEM competition spring with the GP guide and it made all the difference. If you have not returned it yet, you could use the stock spring. The advantage of the GP guide is that it is uncaptured so you can change springs out. And its high quality stainless steel so it adds weight and won't bend. The OEM plastic guides get beat to hell each time I take it out to clean the striker and they wear and shed. Its hard to tell with the black one, but with the green I was finding tiny green specks of plastic in the internals. Not sure what GP has to say about using the OEM springs but so far I have had no issues.
@@rothearl9375 Thanks man! That is a great idea. I will definitely give it a try. I actually kept it. I figured sending it back will cost me additional money and though it might be my spare one. Here you provided me with a fresh idea. I have to say that GP was very responsive and customer service is outstanding. They gave me an option to return it - I just did not use it. Thanks again!
@@tomek.karpinski I got this solution from a review on eBay. Someone else had the same experience too and that’s what they did. One thing I should mention, getting an OEM spring off is straightforward. Getting it back on is really hard to do (at least for me). Just wanted to let you know in case you try it out and don’t like it. Hope it works out for you.
@@rothearl9375 I just tried this and it puts a ton of pressure on the striker block since it is uncaptured, standard and competition ones from beretta do not put any pressure that I see(push striker block with finger and striker doesn’t move), with this it is shooting forward. Think I’ll be sending mine back and stick with the green striker
@@donaldlococo7353 Thanks for the info. I was unaware that was happening. I ended up putting the factory striker back in and only fired 100 rounds with the GP striker/OEM spring. I imagine long term usage with that setup would not be good.
Apx a1 full size. Really heavy trigger. Press trigger to take up slop. Hit wall. Continue to squeeze. No break. Heavy soft squeeze. Then clench fist to fire. This throws me off target. Weirdest pistol trigger ive shot. No trigger upgrades. Only this striker spring. Feel after install does feel lighter. Havent been to range to test yet. Wish there was a "available" cost friendly trigger out there.
There has been enough interest in a trigger for the APX. It is on our list, but don't have an ETA at the moment.
How do I choose the correct guide rod spring weight? Looking to order both but not sure what Lb. spring to go with?
It really depends on the grain of the ammunition you will be shooting, also if you have the 9mm or 40S&W. 22lbs for the 40 would be your best bet, and 20lbs for the 9mm. If you're shooting powderpuff loads for competition I'd go with the 15lb.
GallowayPrecision Shooting mostly 124 Grain (sometimes 115) 9mm Blazer Brass.
No competition (yet) just range target shooting is all.
With that info what do you recommend?
Also I'll be buying your firing spring as well. Thanks
20lbs will be your best bet.
Just ordered the 20lb guide rod and the SS Striker Guide Kit ... Hope it helps :)
Chris, do you have a range report? Thinking of getting both as well.
is the back plate steel or plastic?
Steel
Will this fit in the Centurion?
Yes it will.
APX A1 full size parts please....😁
I had a question if you had the time
Email tech@gallowayprecision.com
Thanks for the video, just replaced mine!!!
hi, who can inform me how to use striker deactivation button ? THX
Your manual goes over that in detail.
Trigger Pull Weight Video????
thx
Good video
👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Now if only they'd make the Nano with the APX trigger pull.
They kinda are, the APX Carry. Basically a Nano and APX combined.
@@GallowayPrecision the APX carry I handled felt way to much like the Nano trigger. Long and heavy. I'd rather it be just like the APX trigger. Now if I can just figure out how to make my Nano trigger just like my APX
Could you ship a striker guide and spring to Canada?