Special Ops Handguns Pt. 3 - Glock Modifications
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- Опубліковано 7 бер 2015
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In Pt. 3 of our series on Special Ops Handguns Ken, Dave and I talk about the various modifications we have made to our Glock's that are also common among special operations soldiers.
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Been a Glock 17 owner now for 2 years and I love my Glock!
Should anything happen I know I have a a reliable firearm, and to me that is one of the most important things, reliability.
Exactly! While I am smart enough to know most pistols are " underpowered" compared to rifle or shotgun, I'd still trust my G22 in a situation.
My Remington 870 tactical also...
@@glock-hm3ro If you want a more powerful Glock, get one that shoots 10mm ;)
I guess I have perfect average size Glock hands. I've never had any issues with slide bite, and the finger grooves on Gen 3 and Gen 4 frames fit perfectly.
G21 here - the groves fit my fingers just right.
Whose fingers fit perfectly into your grooves?
David Giles Yeah lol
I have large hands & I've never had this Glock bite happen to me. Maybe that in the video holds his pistol in a certain way?
@@perplexingperceptions8888 - same I have big hands no problems
The best takeaway is CLEAN AND LUBE YOUR GUN. I’m always baffled when someone tells me their pistol runs great with any care....
Fun fact. A little dab of copper anti seize lube in the slide rails will keep it slick. I use this on all my Glocks and 1911’s.
You can't beat Glock G19. They're the AKs of pistols.
The Glock 19 and 17 are my go to carry guns. I do agree with replacing the sights it does make a big difference. Great video!
G19 all day everyday!
leadpersuasion yep
Fucking right.
Every day. Glock.🇺🇸🗽🦅🇦🇹
G32 all night, every night
leadpersuasion don't you forget it!
Thanks for the video. This is about "race guns". Most important point stressed here, if you carry a gun for defence of your life / as a professional keep it clean and lubricated. The psychology of this action switches your mind 'on' to weapon handling drills everyday you carry. There is a web site for the "25 cent Glock Upgrade" polishing the internals; I have done this to each of the seven Glock pistols that I have owned (in fact most knowledgeable shooters do his to all production pistols) to make them 'slick'. I installed the extended slide release, magazine release, slide lock catch and "Maritime' striker spring cups. I use Armoral car dash board cleaner in the magazine well and magazine for slick mag ejection. Night sights are in the same league as a telescope on a rifle, you pay extra for what your situation requires. Where Glock wins is the Special Operator can do the complete strip to clean out ALL salt water ingress; this is a 30 minute training session. [I was the XO of an SF unit, the armourers replaced the internal parts of our Browning HP / later H&K USP about 4 times each year to replace seized-rusted parts.] I must be a weird guy, no slide bite and no beaver tail in 120K rounds fired: my only trick is to grip my hand guns like Col Jeff Cooper, with thumbs pointing at the target. Good luck and safe shooting to you all.
God Bless you Mr. Vickers! Thank you for your service and contributions to the nation and to the tactical shooting sports.
My EDC is a Glock 19 g4. Thanks for the input, I have good mods on my G19 and the video is always confirmation. Thanks.
Yup this is all right on with my personal feelings. New sights (tritium is a must), 9mm for carry/fighting, and something to improve grip (I'm more a fan of Talon grip wraps than modifying the frame).
I bought two Gen 3 Glock 19's and sold them one after the other because the grip was terrible for me. The second I felt the Gen 4 19 grip I bought it. Great, fit the finger grooves and new grip texture are perfect for me.
I definitely agree with the statement about the finger groves. That is the primary reason I chose the G17 as my CCW over the G19. They were uncomfortable and I could not get that good purchase I wanted.
Great video, gentlemen! Thank you.
Notice the one guy that says he carries a G19 has a 1911 on his hip? 3:39
Its an accessory to his mustache
Berserk Highlander It’s all about marketing lol
Love the videos. Gives a good realistic perspective on what to customize and what not to custom and for different types of gun owners.
larry these was really interesting you guys kicked ass, keep up the good work, you cleared a lot of doubts about these weapons ...
Larry, you took those bits of advice straight from my repertoire!
That's good, sound advice. Just like what's on my G19.
Too easy!
I was slow getting a Glock as I preferred Sigs (bought my first one in 87) and the 1911. However I bought a Glock gen 4, installed a set of night sights and an extended takedown lever and a stainless barrel (I shoot a lot of reloads) I must say its a keeper. Shoots great and is every bit as reliable as my Sigs. I keep all my guns clean and I've gone to the same grease Glocks have on them from the factory. I can't keep them from getting hot and dirty when in use, but I can avoid friction with just a little grease and I love your comment about not having to shower every day lol. I can't relax until my guns clean and lubed and I've had my shower lol.
Guess I’m a fortunate son my hands fit the finger grooves on my gen4 g21 perfectly. It’s my first Glock and I’m in love with it.thank you for the information
I’m a fairly big guy (6’1) and the way the G17 grips in Gen 5 without added backstraps (and others without grooves) seems best for me. It’s also a smooth handgun
Glock 20, 10mm is my only Glock! One shot will drop almost anything! For 9mm, there is CZ75 SP-01 Shadow! Larry, great series! Thanks brother.
I love my Glock 19. And I run it stock.
The only way to run it.
A 19 fits in my hand perfect it's the only glock I own
I love both of my glock's I have the 21 and 30 both are Gen 4 and their perfect, glock forever baby !
I love my G19 Gen4. Those additional back straps are money. I shot with all four to see which gave me the best comfort and shot group. I definitely went with the small beavertail. Points like a 1911 now.
I trust my life to the G17 and G26 backup
I love me some beaver tail
Great video, nice suggestions which are not difficult to implement. Take care.
Gave me some good ideas for my G26...I definitely need to look at replacing the sights.
Good stuff as usual, had never subscribed before, until now.
Couldn’t agree more, the Glock 17 is really something special.
I got my first Glock in around 1986 for a contract job I was about to go out on . Only thing I've done to it is go to a lighter trigger . I now mostly carry my Gen 5 G26 and really like it . I also have a Gen 4 G30 . I carried a 1911 for three tours in the 60's and also when I was on my local police dept. We could carry whatever we wanted back then .
I was always skeptical about after market glock triggers due to reliability issues. That said, I may have to check out that guardian trigger. If Super Dave is endorsing it I would be willing to take a chance on it. That man knows his stuff as do Larry and Ken.
was debating on what to get for my glock and now I got the answer from you budd thx u...
This is the most important source of information to watch before purchasing a pistol. These men are experts. So many people seem to want to purchase something other than a Glock to be different. But it's just a matter of time before people realize G19 or G17 is the best and they eventually come back to it. Question is how long will that take? I'm so glad I saw this video before purchasing my first pistol. I almost bought a Glock 22. I have a G17 gen 4. I feel it's the first and last pistol I will ever need. All I need is sights. Thinking of XS Big Dot sights. Dangerous game hunting inspired. Only other pistol I care for is a Glock 19 gen 4 but their a pain to get in Canada. There is a full length version of this video on UA-cam.
Have a stock g17 gen4. Love it.
Would love to see more glock videos
Great video with some great information. Thanks!
OORAH!! DAMN GOOD, STRAIGHT UP ADVICE...
Hahaha love the taking a bath analogy!!!
by far this is wisdom. 100% back every word
Larry ...Good stuff right there !
I finally figured out the Glocks strategy on sights - provide a standard set that is garbage so everyone agrees the sights need replaced and leaves no argument to talk about anything else. Brilliant
Bryan W Glock Perfection lol
Bryan W Basically, yeah
@Bryan W.... They're not "garbage." I run stock sights on my Glock 19.
I've gone through training classes with them, I go to the range all the time and practice on my own, no problems at all.
If you wanna change the sights then you can, but you definitely don't have to.
I like the grip force adapter for the glock...like that Bowie grip a lot too, but dam i love the Reminton 1911
This was a great video. "Taking a bath" with the "clean and lubricate" analogy was excellent. And you all agreeing on the 9mm is a key note. I imagine you'll stick to that as I ask how you all feel about 10mm in general, not necessarily in the Glock line.
Up in Alaska, when people there are in bear country, a lot of them are carrying the Glock G20 or G40 now. They're selling more 10mm in Alaskan bear country than anywhere else on Earth, I think, and the 10mm Glocks are very popular.
I would say that's a pretty good endorsement.
I almost traded my 19 gen 4 for a 22rtf2 but at about 4:16 I changed my mind. Glad I didn't do it. I admire these gentlemen and value their expertise tremendously.
Love how Ken is talking about how he carries a Glock a lot but you can clearly see on his hip a 1911. I might have to buy a Glock one day and if I do it will be a full size 40 S&W. I already own a 9mm and 1911 so I'm looking for something different.
Yes I got some great answers to some questions I had and straight from people I can trust with my life!!!! thanks.
Ghost trigger bar, tru glo sights and extended take downs on my 30 sf. Did the same to my 17
i run my glock stock and it works fine I use it for work and classes and no issues
Tested...Battle Tough....G19 on my Person at all times....even my bed side holster!
Meeee too.
I have loved my glock for decades! I have 2 through the FBI UPGRADES. I don't have my original 17 because I traded it in on a 19. Carried one ever since. I have a 2nd 19 in my den. For me a lucky fit for the finger grooves just make it an extension of my hand.
No finger grooves on a gen 2 19 my fav great video LAV.
+1 Gen 3 Glock 19 with night sights.
I might not be a Glock fan, but the video is still cool to watch! Thanks for the video!
Really did enjoy the video it was not long it was to the point. three guys showing three different clocks. I myself have two Glock 17 a Kel-Tec Gen 2 k Glock configuration. Note about the carbine the first thing you change on that is the trigger it's about nine and a half pounds I brought it down to about five point three. personal carry is the 43 plus 1 mag in my carry, my backup mag is a plus 2. I did go with Teran only because I like the aluminum. I agree with you on the site's first thing I did was change the sights HD nights for my 43 and the same one you're were using on your 17 thanks fellas I think I'll subscribe. From South Florida, home of the free and brave.
G19 G4, my EDC. Great gun. PS these guys are so badass
my first glock modification: traded them all in for my first HK P30. best decision I ever made
HKs all day!
Can you do a video breaking down the differences between single action (SA), DA, and SA/DA handgun actions?
awesome job thanks guys
koodos (sp?) to whoever made this video. He allows the guests to speak and to answer his questions without interrupting them. Very noticeable to me. Aside from the great presentation of interesting subject matter. Thank you! (from a glock shooter in Canada - did you know we have to get 19’s with slightly longer barrels - ( minimum barrel length req’t for hand guns in CA - approx 4.15 inches - anything shorter is prohibited (banned)
I got the same AmeriGlo Sights as well for my Glock 17 Gen 4
Finally a 17 fan I put HOUGE GRIPS AND A GUIDE ROD SPRING BARREL .
Great info and I agree with the caliber comment! 9 mill is one of the best calibers out there! You guys said the first thing to change would be the sights. I would will second that and also add a trigger job to the mix. Again, love the vid very helpful info!!! #shootstraight
Very informative thanks
He's 100% right about the 9mm part and I own .40 cal
Glock is king. I need to get some of those Hackathorn sights. Pretty cheap on Amazon.
Gen 3, Talon Grips, Apex Trigger. Holosun ACSS. Money. Just wish we had a nice US made 65 MOA circle reticle red dot optic for handguns.
I did a poly 80 build that takes care of a lot of these problems. Love the g23 and g22's.
nice series of videos...are you gonna continue with the SIG? How do you like the FNX-45 or the new M9A3? any chance of testing them?
I have a bravo company AR and love it. Way to represent w/ the hat :)
I hope to one day own a Glock, for the novelty of it, but I only carry DA/SA, so only the CZ 75 line for me, currently the p07.
Carry the gen 4 g26 just as good as the g19 and g17.
Larry, I have a Glock 30 Gen4, and I seem to be having issues both on and off the range with my mag release. On the range can be fixed by gripping the gun tighter, because the oscillation causes my support hand to hit the magazine release. So that in a way could be a training issue. When I carry IWB the mag release somehow manages to get pushed. Do you have a recommendation as to how I can fix this issue? Maybe I need a different mag release? Perhaps a better holster? It's just a flimsy little Tagua I bought to get me by until I could afford a nicer one. Any recommendations would be much appreciated. Thanks for all you do sir. You ROCK!
Great Vid, thanks.
Steyr m9 A1 is king of handguns
You take the glock out of glock when you start changing internals that’s when shit starts to jam and break
Alonso Gamboa Yep
@ppmonster you swapped out the sights. Now you're done. No upgrade will make your glock run like it's made to. Use it, trust it
I like the G21 SF 45.AUTO
I fixed my G17 gen 3 slick grip two ways. Poly 80 frame and a S&W M&P 2.0. Still need good sights on the Glock Slide.
Those beaver tails come with the gen 4, idk if they were out when this was made
if possible i would love to see if you could get your hands on an Astra A-90 Inox. I would love to get your thoughts on that. I have one and love it but would love to get your view of it.
Wow that's old...saw that on tac tv like 2 years ago at least
Here comes the whole caliber issue:
While I certainly believe all modern hollow point ammunition performs similarly in terms of ballistics in human tissue, I have seen that barrier penetration certainly differs.
For self-defense I think that the 9mm is an outstanding cartridge.
I think that the .40 or .45 options are better for LEOs due to the better penetration ability and flatter trajectory, say through a vehicle, in comparison with a lighter and faster 9mm which tends to deviate it's course through glass, sheet metal, and seats.
This is just my opinion based on my experience.
.40 the past four years. I've only issues with the cost of the ammo.🤣
9mm in the hoods, 10mm in the woods.
Good info. Not a Glock owner, but very good info.
Hey Larry, would you consider putting out some more RTF2 frames for the G19 Gen3's in OD green, black & FDE? Finding one for my newly acquired Gen3 are not easy to come by & are only in what looks like desert tan? They are just such a great frame with just the right & comfortable grip texture & good looks that you cannot get with a standard Gen3 frame. I really want one for my G19 instead of having a gunsmith do a stipple job & other mods for another few hundred dollars when I could just add my slide to one of your great looking RTF2 frames. Thanks for this great video by the way!
Good to see you losing some weight LAV!!!
I love the 17 but 19 is the best
Great stuff guys but the dollars add up. I've read comments about aftermarket sights-that being the one you recommend most-which replacement sights will work for years and not have the fiber fall out etc? The stock sights are marginal but I own them and they haven't failed.
I just can't pony up the dough that seems to flow so easily for most people. $100 for sights would be better spent on ammo and practice.
Great Video... I have a gen 4 G-17 in dark earth with a Griffin Rev 9 suppressor + Threaded Barrel. Love it. The first thing I did was get Trijicon Tritium Night Sights installed. I already have a 1988 Colt Python 6in Blue revolver but also want a .45. I was thinking of getting a HK 45 USP or FN FNP .45 Tactical.
What are your thoughts on the FN FNP .45 Tactical vs. the HK?
I shot a usp before. It's quite a big pistol.. and reliable. but for a .45 1911 will always win. The best shooters use it, some units use it, and it has the ergonomics to make it very controllable.
I used to hate the finger grooves on my gen3, until I had a undercut made on the trigger guard: know it fits my hands like a glove and I don’t have the “Glock knuckle” anymore.
Have a couple Glocks it is a very reliable gun but I am not a fan of the ergonomics. I love H&K the feel the best in my hand. But when it comes to the most reliable gun its definitely the Glock. Not to mention the price is very hard to beat.
i really like that HK45
grade A production. i notice every shot the camera is moving. looks good 90 percent of the time. good audio and lighting too. just funny constant back and forth with camera
I learned that I love my CZ P10
The sights mr Harrington are using aret those the same type that Dave Spalding uses?
Larry can you use a Rogers grip adapter and your Vickers floor plates?
what say you on a G21 with appropriate mods for grip and etc
Damn, David Bowie was such a multi-talented man! Music, art, Glock customization...
Music art Glock and cock
Battle Tested....Tough as shit!!! Gen 4 G19 On my person at all times everyday.. Bed side holster when sleeping.
Cool,gun
My Glock 20's will always be my favorite model... Now if Glock would make a true G19/23 sized pistol in 10mm.
Thumbs up for 10mm.
Like your 20, the 21 is for the one shot/one kill guys. And if the perp is 300 lbs + theres plenty more where the first came from.
joe schmo .45 ACP will never be a one-shot-kill, unless you hit the apricot or the heart, but a .22LR is just as good.
Yes, the stock sights suck. Thankfully, there are a lot of quality aftermarket replacements to choose from. I put XS "big dot" tritium express sights on my G30 several years ago. They seem faster than 3 dots, and the eye is naturally drawn to the front sight. They seem pretty accurate out to 15 yds; i have not tried them at 25. They seem excellent for a close range ccw type gun (which is why i got the G30; it is quite accurate. I agree with stippling and the rear tang extension. The finger grooves work ok for me but i would rather not have them.