How To: Glock 26 Build WITH Optic, Cheaper Than A Glock From The Store

Published on February 5, 2023
Duration: 5:32

This guide details how to build a reliable, optic-ready Glock 26 for under $600, potentially around $500, by utilizing a 'rebuild' Glock and selling the original slide. It covers selecting an aftermarket optic-ready slide, suppressor height sights, a budget red dot, and an extended magazine base plate, emphasizing reliability testing with various ammunition types.

Quick Summary

Build an optic-ready Glock 26 for under $600 by starting with a 'rebuild' Glock, selling the OEM slide, and purchasing an aftermarket optic-ready slide, suppressor height sights, and a budget red dot. This method offers significant cost savings compared to factory-built models.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Budget Glock Build Goal
  2. 00:19Reliability Testing and Ammunition Issues
  3. 01:34The Core Concept: Building a Cheap, Reliable Glock
  4. 01:55Starting with a Rebuild Glock 26
  5. 02:33Selling the OEM Slide for Cost Recovery
  6. 03:01Purchasing the Optic-Ready Slide and Sights
  7. 03:15Adding an Extended Magazine Base Plate
  8. 03:19Optional: Ghost Connector Upgrade
  9. 03:52Grip Modifications and Personal Touches
  10. 04:13Red Dot Performance and Astigmatism Considerations
  11. 04:37Applicability to Glock 19 and Budget Optic-Ready Firearms
  12. 04:55Final Thoughts: A Go-To Carry Option
  13. 05:08Key Features of the Budget Build

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I build an optic-ready Glock 26 on a budget?

To build a budget optic-ready Glock 26, start with a 'rebuild' Glock, sell its OEM slide to recoup costs, then purchase an aftermarket optic-ready slide, suppressor height sights, and a budget red dot optic. Add an extended magazine base plate for extra capacity.

What is the estimated cost for a budget Glock 26 build with an optic?

The estimated cost for this budget Glock 26 build is under $600, potentially around $500, depending on the resale value of the original slide and the specific components chosen for the build.

What are the key components for a budget optic-ready Glock 26 build?

Key components include a rebuild Glock 26, an aftermarket optic-ready slide (like REM Sport), suppressor height sights (like Ameriglo), a budget red dot optic (like Cyelee), and an extended magazine base plate for increased capacity.

What ammunition should be avoided when testing a modified Glock 26?

It's recommended to avoid steel-cased ammunition or rounds that are too light, such as some NovX offerings, as they may not provide enough power to cycle the slide properly, leading to malfunctions like stovepipes and failures to extract.

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