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How to Trick Out a Glock
« on: August 12, 2019, 04:09:01 pm »
8/12/2019 Primary Arms Staff

The year is 1982.

E.T. is in theaters, Jane Fonda’s Workout Book is a national bestseller, and “Eye of the Tiger” is playing on every boombox. Spirits were high, and American ingenuity was at its peak. Economically, the US is still recovering from troubles of the late 70s, but culturally, the US is in a golden age. Americans were bombarded with a slew of great music, movies, and technology that would come to shape the nation by the end of the Cold War.

Even with the sun setting on the USSR, NATO countries were in a fervor, developing firearms that would become iconic for the decade. For example, Barrett Firearms Manufacturing released their M82 Semi-Automatic .50BMG Anti-Material Rifle, though it wouldn’t see widespread use until the end of the decade. At the same time, Accuracy International released their esteemed Arctic Warfare precision rifle, which was quickly adopted by sniper teams worldwide.

But many would say that the most important work came from a small, unassuming workshop in Deutsch Wagram, Austria, where Glock KG completed development of the Glock 17 handgun.

The Glock 17 wasn’t just influential—it set the pace for the next 40 years of handgun development. Nowadays, Glocks are among the most popular firearms in the world, issued to both military and police en masse. Everyday Americans trust Glocks for personal protection, and the Glock 34 is topping many of our competitive shooting leagues. Even though they didn’t invent the polymer-framed, striker-fired 9mm (HK did with the VP70), Glock made it the first choice of countless shooters around the world.

As you can imagine, with such popularity, the Glock aftermarket completely eclipses any other handgun brand. You can go to any gun range in America and find a Glock that has been completely tricked out unlike any other. That’s one of the reasons Glock remains so successful: any Glock can be elevated by the massive array of available parts. There are parts for concealed carry, parts for duty carry, parts for hunting, parts for fishing (for real), and parts for competition. With so much variety, where does one even begin?

Right here, actually! Primary Arms is now a premier supplier of Glock products and accessories, delivering all the best brands but at the value you’ve come to expect from our name. No matter what parts you’re looking for, we strive to give you a great value, so you can get the most from your budget.

Building your Glock from the ground up is easy, and there are a ton of ways to personalize the parts for maximum style. But what does it take to move from bone stock to next-gen carry gun? Follow along as we build out a Glock 19 for everyday carry. We’ll be calling our all the products and areas to focus on while you plan out a Glock of your own.

The Frame

We start at the heart of it, of course! If you’re looking for the best shooting experience possible, your frame comes first. Did you know that you have options beyond a Glock original frame?

The Trigger

Peek into any forum or review blog, and you’ll hear some strong debate about Glock triggers. No matter your opinion, Glock’s factory triggers are safe, consistent, and dependable. That said, we’ve come a long way since 1982, and there’s plenty of amazing aftermarket triggers that are both reliable and precise.

Finishing Your Frame

After the trigger, the frame needs additional small parts. With so many pins and springs, you may feel a bit intimidated by the minutia.

The Slide

What the frame is to ergonomics, the slide is to reliability and accuracy. But who says reliable and accurate must be plain?

Slide Parts and Striker Assembly

After selecting a slide, you will need to finish it with a striker assembly and other small parts.

Barrel

One of the most important parts of any Glock slide assembly is the barrel. A match barrel can cut group sizes in half, and threaded options allow for the use of suppressors and compensators.

Recoil Assembly

Depending on the intended purpose of your Glock, you may also want to upgrade the recoil spring and guide rod.

Sights and Optics

Finally, you will want to add some sights. With many of the aftermarket slides, you’ll have the option of attaching a Trijicon RMR or other red dot optic.

The Extras

Now that you have a completed slide and frame, all that’s left is the accoutrement. Magazines and accessories are crucial in making your ideal Glock run like a dream.

Wrapping Up

That’s all it takes. You now know everything you need to take the plunge into building or upgrading your own personal Glock.

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