Tom Brannon Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 To save us newbies some time and money, I thought I would just ask what are some of the gimmick items they sell to improve your Glock. I've already read were the rubber buffer was one. I would rather spend my money on ammo than try and find out it was just not needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirLoin Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 I've only made two changes to my Gen4 G35 that I'd say was worth it: - A drop-in trigger kit to make the trigger pull lighter (I use Charlie Vanek's triggers) - I changed the OEM fixed sights to adjustable sights Others do a lot more to their Glock, but these are the only two that have improved my shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkCO Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Tom, is this for carry/duty/Competition? If for competition, what division? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waktasz Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 (edited) I'll take Grip Force Adapter for $500, Alex. And any of the non-traditional sights like XS or Big Dot or the triangle ones. Edited February 5, 2012 by waktasz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Brannon Posted February 5, 2012 Author Share Posted February 5, 2012 Tom, is this for carry/duty/Competition? If for competition, what division? Competition- Prodution Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleA Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Sprinco recoil reduction system. It worked at reducing recoil a little, but it also short stroked a lot and caused failures to feed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirLoin Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Looks interesting - like a textured beavertai!! Is this SSP legal in IDPA? I'll take Grip Force Adapter for $500, Alex. And any of the non-traditional sights like XS or Big Dot or the triangle ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waktasz Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 According to a recent ruling by Robert Ray it has been confirmed as legal, which is odd to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G60 Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 According to a recent ruling by Robert Ray it has been confirmed as legal, which is odd to me. Most likely because Glock is producing an OEM beavertail backstraps for Gen4 guns. According to GearScout, they'll begin shipping with Gen4 glocks later this year. I cannot post links yet, but here is the url: militarytimes.com/blogs/gearscout/2012/01/28/coming-to-america-glock-beavertail-backstrap/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirLoin Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Niiiiiice...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonovanM Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 (edited) Everything except: Non-variable rate recoil springs/conventional guide rods Near-to-stock slide stops/mag releases Sights (excluding ghost rings, Big Dots, triangles, etc) Grip plugs/Speedwell Gunsmith-fit barrels/Match grade slide stop The forthcoming "Gadget" by Tom Jones and Todd Green Extended and/or weighted basepads OEM parts Just about everything else is just pure gimmicky nonsense that you shouldn't waste your money on IMHO. Especially trigger kits. Bob Vogel just won the World Shoot with a stock Glock trigger. You can shoot just fine without them if you man up, put the practice in, and deal with it. Edited February 5, 2012 by DonovanM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkCO Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Tom, is this for carry/duty/Competition? If for competition, what division? Competition- Prodution Mandatory, better sights. Conventional notch and post with a fiber optic in the front post if you want. If you want to read a really good sights write-up, go here: http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=142607&st=0&p=1620623&fromsearch=1entry1620623 Some work on the trigger is certainly nice, but not required. The Lone Wolf Pro Pick kit is a good deal and will do the trick for Production nicely: http://www.lonewolfdist.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=156085&CAT=163 Sure, you can get a little bit better trigger by spending more money, but you are better off with spending it on ammo or reloading. Some kind of a grip plug can't hurt, but not necessary and make sure you get one that is legal in Production. Unless you have an RTF frame, some skate tape will probably help too, or you can get one of the die cut versions. I am going to assume you are shooting a 9mm. If so, a steel guide rod (not tungsten) with a 13# ISMI spring is also nice, not required, but pretty helpful. All told, about $150 to $170 or so. You can ignore the discussion about the Grip force adapter, not legal in USPSA. Everything else is chasing something you can get with practice and training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Glocks need good sights, Vanek trigger, 13 lb spring, lightened striker and spring, steel guide rod, grip plug and grip tape. Anything else is just a gimmick. A Glock is a totally different gun with a good aftermarket trigger installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suicycle Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 Shoot a revolver a while and stock glock triggers aint that bad. Basic sights and trigger are all that stop you from all you want to be. Really it is the sights! They are IDPA Master level out of the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skydiver Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 (edited) Personally, there were only 3 things I changed on my Glock 34: - sights - spring to match my reloads - guide rod for the non-factory spring I know I spent less $100 total on those changes. I may have been lucky to get a gun with a relatively good trigger for a Glock. I think the gun was sitting on the display shelf for a long time and got broken in by all the customers trying it out. If the gun didn't have a pretty nice trigger, then I would look at getting a drop in trigger kit. Edited February 8, 2012 by Skydiver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMC Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 My Production Glock 34 only has Dawson Sights and a lightened striker spring. Got me to Master in 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Bob Vogel just won the World Shoot with a stock Glock trigger. You can shoot just fine without them if you man up, put the practice in, and deal with it. LMAO Us girls like the feel of a 100,000 round OEM trigger too. The weekend warrior can enjoy exactly that with Vanek's trigger a whole-lot-sooner. I must go now to finish my flower arrangement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirLoin Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 +1 girlie man to the list. Bob Vogel just won the World Shoot with a stock Glock trigger. You can shoot just fine without them if you man up, put the practice in, and deal with it. LMAO Us girls like the feel of a 100,000 round OEM trigger too. The weekend warrior can enjoy exactly that with Vanek's trigger a whole-lot-sooner. I must go now to finish my flower arrangement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandrum Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Gen 4's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonovanM Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Bob Vogel just won the World Shoot with a stock Glock trigger. You can shoot just fine without them if you man up, put the practice in, and deal with it. LMAO Us girls like the feel of a 100,000 round OEM trigger too. The weekend warrior can enjoy exactly that with Vanek's trigger a whole-lot-sooner. I must go now to finish my flower arrangement. C'mon... nothin 20 minutes and a polishing tool wouldn't do for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoahK Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I'll take Grip Force Adapter for $500, Alex. And any of the non-traditional sights like XS or Big Dot or the triangle ones. Hahaha I love that thing!! Very cheap/worthwhile investment IMO... just because slide bite gets to be d*mn annoying with an aggressive grip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck D Posted February 11, 2012 Share Posted February 11, 2012 I'll take Grip Force Adapter for $500, Alex. And any of the non-traditional sights like XS or Big Dot or the triangle ones. For those of us with big hands and the desire not to bleed, the Grip Force Adapter is far from a gimick item... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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