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The guide rod adapter comes with a small washer as you know. Then with the GW spring they recommend you by a spring retaining washer to hold the spring, also. I bought it just in case. When i put it all on it just seemed like too much on the rod. I use only the guide rod and adapter and spring. No washer of any sort and it works fine. Thanks for the tip. I think I'll try that 12# spring, too, and see how it runs compared to the 13# ISMI.

Thanks, guess it's time to start shopping!

Another thing to consider is whether you want to get a .22 conversion for less expensive practice.

Have your son try them all and go with the one he likes best. The investment is about the same in the big picture. One thing to consider is the amount of customization you might want to do. Glocks have tons of aftermarket parts.

I find that to be the biggest limiting factor when it comes to the "realism factor". On the other hand, if I can learn to hold it steady with that heavy a trigger, then my actual pistol is like a feather in comparison.I adjusted mine to the lightest level. Sirt is still better than nothing. Lots of productive drills highlighted in stoeger book. With the SIRT you can work all aspects except recoil management. It's especially good for mag change practice. I also like the fact that you can get good controlled-pair practice.

I find that to be the biggest limiting factor when it comes to the "realism factor". On the other hand, if I can learn to hold it steady with that heavy a trigger, then my actual pistol is like a feather in comparison.I adjusted mine to the lightest level. Sirt is still better than nothing. Lots of productive drills highlighted in stoeger book. With the SIRT you can work all aspects except recoil management. It's especially good for mag change practice.

So having a Gen4 Glock 34 as a primary and a Gen3 Glock 34 is okay? It matters because I have a gen3 and I'm considering a gen4.

I still have a gen 3, but considering going to Gen 4. As I've looked online for Gen4 reduced power springs, I haven't found much. In my Gen3 I use a Lone Wolf rod and 13# spring to match my reduced loads. Thanks for your response as I was wondering about using this rod/spring combo and getting an adapter if I pick up a Gen4. Do you need a washer on your guide rod with blue GW spring?

Likewise, I do all my own Glock work as well. It's funny how many people are intimidated by it.

Grip tape is production legal, but does anyone out there use it? And if so, what would you recommend?

IDPA, USPSA, whatever you choose, you're practicing a great life skill. I'd recommend giving 3-gun a try as well when you're ready. It's a lot of fun, too.

Happy Thanksgiving all. My name is Jason and I'm in my 3rd season shooting USPSA. What a great sport! Had I known how fun this would be I would have quit golf for action shooting long ago! With less than three years in the game I consider myself a relative newcomer. I see this forum as a great place to learn. Blessings, Jason

I have a gen 3 G34 with Lone Wolf SS rod and 13# ISMI spring shooting reduced loads. If I was to pick up a Gen 4, can I use this spring/ rod combo with an adapter and expect it to run well? And would that be USPSA production legal?

Any suggestions for a reduced power recoil spring for the Gen 4 G34?