Glock pistols have simple external controls, a magazine release and a slide lock. They’re also made of polymer, which has a reputation for durability and reliability. Gaston Glock designed the original Glock in the early 1980s, primarily for Austrian military personnel needing a new duty pistol. It’s been through several generations (Gen 3 introduced finger grooves, which were not universally beloved) and has remained the company’s flagship pistol.
Size
Glock pistols are known to be easy to carry and handle. Their simplicity also leads to high reliability. This makes the Glock 19 a great option for law enforcement.
The popularity of the Glock has ensured a cottage industry around it. This includes a wide range of accessories, such as holsters, mag capacities, lights, sights and more. Some of these are even optics-ready. This allows Special Forces to use the Glock 19 with a red-dot optic, such as the Trijicon RMR.
Glocks are built with a polymer that Gaston invented, called Polymer 2. This is super strong and can withstand shock, caustic liquids, and temperature extremes that would warm steel alloys or make them brittle.
Weight
Glock pistols are made from a special polymer that Gaston Glock invented, called Polymer 2, and it is incredibly strong and durable. It resists shock, caustic liquids, and temperature extremes that would warm or brittle steel alloys.
This means the guns are relatively lightweight, making them easy to carry and use. Fully loaded, a Glock 19 holds 15 rounds for every ounce it weighs, which is incredibly efficient.
Glock pistols also feature an ion-bonded finish, which is resistant to scratching. This helps to protect the gun from damage if it drops or scrapes against metal objects or other firearms. It also makes it easier to clean the gun.
Capacity
Glock pistols are simple, reliable, and very versatile. They are small enough to carry as a CCW pistol yet large enough for duty use, and they work well with all kinds of sights and accessories. Its standard magazine holds 17 rounds, which is a respectable amount for any handgun. If you adopt an advisable practice and carry a spare magazine, that’s 31 rounds; more than enough to handle most gunfights, even messy ones.
This versatility and reliability has spurred an entire cottage industry around the Glock. You can find holsters, magazines, sights, and more for it. Just don’t alter a deadly weapon without being trained to do so or allowing someone else to do it for you.
Trigger
A high-quality trigger upgrade can make your Glock a better shooter. The best options are light, crisp, and easy to manage. They also tame recoil for quicker strings of fire. A flat face design distributes the force exerted on the trigger finger evenly for more control. This improves trigger feel and accuracy, especially at longer ranges.
The Apex trigger improves the travel and break of a Glock trigger while maintaining OEM reliability and safety features. The trigger kit includes a new trigger shoe, trigger connector, and upgraded trigger housing for a complete replacement. It’s also available in a variety of colors and finishes.
Sights
The Glock 19’s standard sights are designed for quick target acquisition. The rear sight has a U-shaped notch and a front sight that is easy to align and orient. This pistol also has a drop safety that prevents accidental discharges and a trigger lock that locks the trigger when the gun is not in use.
The Glock 19 is available with a wide range of accessories, which can be used to customize the pistol to suit a shooter’s specific needs. These accessories can include upgraded sights, grips, and triggers that can improve the pistol’s performance. They can also be used to enhance the pistol’s appearance.
Conclusion
Despite the tightly machined tolerances of Glock pistols, they require routine cleaning, lubrication and maintenance. Sweat, body oils and dust can wear the gun down and affect its reliability unless you disassemble and clean it regularly.
A few basic tools are required to field strip a Glock 19: A cleaning rod, cotton patches, a cleaning jag and a double-ended nylon brush. You can also use a rag and quality gun lubricant, but make sure you don’t apply too much.
Always point your Glock in a safe direction and dry fire it before attempting to field strip it. The barrel and recoil spring and guide rod are the most likely to be contaminated with dirt, carbon, grime and other foreign matter.
