When you are upgrading to the Glock Gen5, there are a few things you may want to know about the change. The Gen5 is not a vast departure from the previous model and still holds some of the features you love. Some significant changes include a modular backstrap system, a straight recoil, and faster slide cycles.
Slide-stop levers are easier to reach
The gen5 Glock pistol has many improvements, including a better magazine catch and a more robust slide-stop lever. These enhancements make the Gen5 a more functional gun.
A new magazine floor plate is also a significant upgrade, with a frontward protruding lip. It helps prevent large hands from slipping through the opening. It also improves the ergonomics of the pistol.
It has an ambidextrous slide-stop lever that can be operated with either hand. It means both lefties and righties can use it. Another improvement is the reversible magazine catch.
The Vickers Tactical VTSS-003 Gen 5 Ambidextrous Slide Stop is a clever kit that helps make it easier to use. It features a flat spring in a plastic housing, which replaces the standard coil spring. It makes it a lot easier to press and release the trigger.
Ameriglo Glock Spartan Operator Night Sights
Ameriglo Glock Spartan Operator Night Sights are designed to enhance the sighting capabilities of the Glock Gen 5 in the field and on the range. These tritium-illuminated beauties boast a hefty steel frame for extra durability. This set of sights is a must-have for anyone with a Glock, featuring the requisite tritium and a few novelties touches.
Although there are several models to choose from, the Spartan Operator is designed to fit Glock 17-19X and 26 Gen5. Using a three-dot tritium front sight, this sight system delivers improved performance by allowing the user to acquire the point of impact quickly. In addition, this system also features a glare-reducing rear tritium sight design, thereby giving the user an uncluttered view of the target in daylight conditions.
The recoil is straight back, and the slide cycles very fast.
The Glock Gen 5 has several changes. There is an aggressive stippling, new finger grooves and slide stops, and a flared magazine.
Some users may prefer something other than the bigger magazine catch and release. But if you like your gun with a straight-back recoil, you’ll love the Glock Gen 5. A “Gen 5” pistol will have a rounded front end, which is supposed to help press checking easier. However, this change is partly for aesthetics.
The Sprinco Recoil Management Guide Rod System is used by Elite U.S. Military Forces and top competition shooters worldwide. It incorporates a heat-treated stainless steel guide rod, chrome silicon wire secondary springs, and a sub-spring assembly.
Glock also makes a variety of accessories, including triggers, slide stops, and pistol pouches. All of these are available in different configurations.
Gen 5 mags are a species unto themselves.
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Modular backstrap system
The GLOCK Modular Backstrap System was introduced in 2010. It allows shooters to customize their backstraps for the best fit. There are two different sizes available for the Gen4 and Gen5 models.
Both the Glock Gen4 and Gen5 pistols have a more aggressive grip. These models also have swappable backstrap panels. They also have an accessory rail. It allows shooters to mount lasers, lights, and other devices.
In addition to the new backstraps, the Gen4 and Gen5 guns have improved triggers. They also have better barrels. Enhanced trigger springs help to make a smoother pull. Another upgrade is the magazine catch. It is enlarged towards the rear of the pistol for left-handed shooters.
One of the most significant differences between the Gen 4 and Gen 5 guns is the appearance of the magazines. While the Gen4 models have a smooth finish, the Gen 5 models have a rough texture.
