Posted: 7/13/2013 9:52:28 PM EDT
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I am not new to this web site, but I am new to this section of AR15.com.
I thought I would ask the guys that know the most about Glocks a couple of questions. Glock is the only handgun as far as I am concerned but I have a couple questions. I have always kept my Glocks stock, but I just did the following with one of them and want to know your opinion (after doing it). If this works for me, I want to do the same to my other Glocks. I had the Glockmeister do the following: 1. Had to get rid of the stock sights, and went with True Glows 2. Had a trigger job done to 3.5 lbs 3. Replaced the stock guide rod spring (I know, I know) with a stainless guide rod spring 4. Bought a Fobus paddle holster, I know some of you don't like Fobus 5. I want to buy some Vickers base plates, but I haven't done it yet The Glockmeister did not try and sell me anything, I asked for it and I will not add anything else. I will not be able to practice until next weekend, so I haven't shot it yet with the new stuff. My Glocks are all Gen 3. May I please have your feedback on the above additions, positive or negative. Thanks. |
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1. I don't like the stock Glock sights and whenever somebody asks me this is the first thing I recommend they fix by going to a quality night sight.
2. All my Glocks are the 3.5 trigger, just feels more comfortable than the stock one. 3. I don't know how much this matters, I actually had a guy recommend I stick with the plastic guide rod on a Beretta 92 so if I get crud in there it'll just scratch the plastic but still cycle as opposed to hanging up on the steel. I think it's 6 of one, half dozen of the other. 4. Fobus holsters are a good cheap entry level one. If you want a good one with some retention, I'd look at the Blade Tech Thumbdrive, that's probably the best OWB holster I own. 5. I haven't had any experience with the Vickers plates but I think the main draw is there's two points on the side where you can get a more positive grip to pry out your mag if it's jammed in there. Never had this issue with the stock plates and that's what the empty part in the back of the grip is for, getting your finger in there and getting some extra leverage. So this one's down to personal preference. The Glockmeister guys are great to deal with and it sounds like you've got a solid rig there. I'd take it into a fight. |
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I'd get to the range and shoot it first. Your experience with it is way more important than our opinions. Having said this l have all my glockss set up similarly except that I went with trijicon sites kept the recoil spring stock (all I own are gen 4 glocks) . I use the vtac base plates and they are fine for tactical use but stick out too much for concealled carry.
Edit to add: I bate fobus and Sherpa. Save your cash and get a raven and a bladetech iwb holster. |
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Thanks for the great info. I do appreciate it. Actually getting an answer with a reason is nice, unlike some other sections on this forum (wow).
I will let you know if I have any problems down the road with the stainless guide rod spring. I will check out the other holsters you both mention when I get some more money. Sounds like the Vickers base plates are more for my 35, than the 22. I did some more reading and I actually forgot that the cut outs in the front and rear of the grip are for managing a mag problem. I have about 8,000 rounds through my 35 and have never had a problem dropping a mag. I haven't competed for quite a while and plan I plan to start again this Fall, just tying to get everything set up now. The Fobus is for carry, target practicing etc. In the past I used an Uncle Mikes for competition. There are obviously much better, but you don't miss what you have never had. I am trying to get my Glocks all set up the same so they feel and shoot the same as well as my site picture. I think the True Glows will be OK, but I know there are better ones. The XS Big Dots seem to cover too much of the target for me. Metropolite?? Looked real nice, just out of my budget. Sounds like I am on track. Last question...what is the problem with the Serpas? Is it the extra retention? Almost seems dangerous to me with that retention right by the trigger. And do you consider the Fobus to soft? Will it break? It is very comfortable. Thanks. |
| Some may disagree but serpa holsters have been known to lock up when dirt or debris gets stuck in it. Also I'm not a big fan of having your trigger finger activating the release button. Too much room for error with that. If you cant afford raven thebln try g code or blade tech. DSG also had some kydex that looked pretty good. Id rather pay more and get the raven but I also use a bladetech Isbn that works really well and it wasn't tooexpensive. Safsriland ALS is also a good choice |
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There are tons of good holstet makers out their.
It's hard to reinvent the wheel. Only so many designs are successful. I'm trying an X-concealment for my 19 and a Theis for the 30. I try to use the little guy if they have a product that suits my needs. Kydextech, Shadow to name 2. |
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1. Had to get rid of the stock sights, and went with True Glows
Replacing the stock sights is a good idea. I bought Defoor's sights as I dislike dots. 2. Had a trigger job done to 3.5 lbs I run stock triggers with the standard connector. 3. Replaced the stock guide rod spring (I know, I know) with a stainless guide rod spring Why? I've heard stories of steel guide rods damaging frames. 4. Bought a Fobus paddle holster, I know some of you don't like Fobus I use a Raven Phantom for everything, I dislike trying to CC with a paddle holster and I think having a range holster is silly. 5. I want to buy some Vickers base plates, but I haven't done it yet Why? I have never had a mag I couldn't remove easily if it didn't drop free on its own. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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King Mud...
1. Why do you dislike dots? I especially like it on the front. I could probably do without on the rear, but I am hoping it will help me with sight picture. 2. I did the same thing as you do with the trigger. Edit - I think I misunderstood your response on this one. 3. I used a stainless guide rod to add a little weight to the muzzle and I thought it may last longer. I don't know about the second part. I never heard they could damage your frame. How would that happen? 4. Why do you dislike a paddle for CC? I practice in the desert and I like having a holster, I think it is safer. When I go the range, which is seldom, I use the table. I am going to check out some other holsters when I get more money. 5. I have never had a mag hang up...ever. |
| I hate dots on sights as well. People end up aligning the dots which often causes the front sight to be too high or low in the rear notch causing elevation problems- the old sayi g equal height equal light- meaning front blade even with the top of the rear sight with equal light on both sides- is what works. I have plain black 10-8's on my glocks- during daytime putting a sharp sight pic on top of a tan cardboard idpa target works for me. In low light I always carry a flashlight and the light tends to render night sights useless- you need to I'd target and my plain black sights show up just fi e with the light on. Seen plenty of people shoot real high or low with dots |
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King Mud...
1. Why do you dislike dots? I especially like it on the front. I could probably do without on the rear, but I am hoping it will help me with sight picture. The post just above mine nailed it. I've personally had trouble with the effect described. I mostly overcame it with practice but it would cause me trouble in long distance shots during competition under pressure. Finer sights help me with sight picture, look at Ameriglo Kyle Defoor sights. 2. I did the same thing as you do with the trigger. Edit - I think I misunderstood your response on this one. Probably, as I'm running the 5.5 right now. 3. I used a stainless guide rod to add a little weight to the muzzle and I thought it may last longer. I don't know about the second part. I never heard they could damage your frame. How would that happen? I have heard the polymer rod has some give that the steel rod doesn't have. I've never personally witnessed this nor have I seen it first hand, it is Internet legend as far as I know. 4. Why do you dislike a paddle for CC? I practice in the desert and I like having a holster, I think it is safer. When I go the range, which is seldom, I use the table. I am going to check out some other holsters when I get more money. They sit off the body pretty far. I'm a big Raven Concealment fan, and I've bought a lot of other holsters. The Phantom is slim and sits tight. They cost a premium but I wear mine all day, every day. 5. I have never had a mag hang up...ever. That's the only advantage I know of to the mag bases. All this being said, buy whatever you want. If you like the base pads, guide rod, whatever, get it. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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I really appreciate all the feedback, I like to learn and hear others people's opinion. I don't know much.
I will see how these 3 dots effect my shooting next weekend. I have heard a lot of good things about the 10 - 8 sights. I will check into the DeFoor sights. I am stuck with what I have for now. I will will let you know about the stainless guide rod spring. I just went an compared it to another one of my Glocks with the stock spring. The slide with the stainless guide rod spring is much smoother than the slide with the stock spring. Who knows, time will tell. I have spent a small fortune on rifle slings and handgun holsters. Haven't found the one I want yet. After reading the responses, and with my experience with my Glocks, I don't need the base plates. Thanks again to all of you for your responses. |