Complete Glock Disassembly

Published on February 18, 2014
Duration: 16:46

This comprehensive guide details the complete disassembly of a third-generation Glock pistol, including field stripping and detailed stripping of both the slide and frame. The instructor emphasizes safety precautions and notes that while Glock does not encourage full disassembly, it is achievable with care. The video covers the removal of all major components, offering practical advice for each step.

Quick Summary

To field strip a Glock, ensure it's unloaded. Pull the slide back slightly, pull down on both slide lock levers, and slide the slide off the frame. Then, remove the recoil spring and barrel from the slide. Detailed disassembly beyond this is not recommended by Glock and may void the warranty.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Glock Generations
  2. 00:53Safety Check: Unloading the Firearm
  3. 01:18Field Stripping the Glock
  4. 01:55Removing Recoil Spring and Barrel
  5. 03:40Detail Stripping the Slide: Slide Cover
  6. 04:52Removing Firing Pin Assembly
  7. 05:01Removing Extractor Rod and Spring
  8. 05:35Removing the Extractor
  9. 06:01Removing Firing Pin Safety
  10. 06:13Disassembling Firing Pin Assembly
  11. 07:57Disassembling the Frame: Removing Pins
  12. 08:43Order of Frame Pin Removal
  13. 09:06Trick for Lower Front Pin Removal
  14. 09:27Removing Slide Stop Lever
  15. 09:40Removing the Locking Block
  16. 10:12Removing the Trigger Housing Assembly
  17. 10:48Disassembling Trigger Assembly
  18. 11:16Removing Trigger Spring
  19. 11:31Removing Trigger Connector
  20. 12:34Removing Slide Lock
  21. 13:07Removing Magazine Release
  22. 14:07Removing Magazine Release Spring (Rod)
  23. 16:17Removing Slide Lock Spring (Optional)
  24. 14:55Conclusion & Reassembly Preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the basic steps for field stripping a Glock pistol?

To field strip a Glock, first ensure it's unloaded. Pull the slide back slightly, pull down on both slide lock levers, and then slide the slide off the frame. You then remove the recoil spring and barrel from the slide.

Can I disassemble my Glock beyond field stripping without voiding the warranty?

Glock does not encourage detailed disassembly beyond field stripping, as doing so could potentially void your warranty if you cause damage or affect the firearm's safety functions.

What tools are needed for a complete Glock disassembly?

For a complete disassembly of a third-generation Glock, you will primarily need a punch tool for removing pins and prying components. Fingernail clippers or a similar small gripping tool may be helpful for removing the magazine release spring.

What is the purpose of the extractor on a Glock?

The extractor on a Glock serves two main purposes: it extracts spent casings from the chamber and also functions as a loaded chamber indicator, visually showing if a round is present.

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