How To Polish a Glock - Gen 5 - and areas often overlooked

Published on December 25, 2018
Duration: 11:13

This guide details a '25-cent trigger job' for the Glock Gen 5, focusing on polishing key internal components to improve trigger feel. It covers essential disassembly, standard polishing points like the lifter and connector, and often overlooked areas such as the trigger bar's side face and the frame's interior. The video also touches on advanced modifications and reassembly.

Quick Summary

Perform a Glock Gen 5 '25-cent trigger job' by polishing key internal parts like the lifter, trigger bar, connector, and striker face. Use an emery file and Flitz polish, paying attention to overlooked areas for a smoother trigger pull.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Tools for Glock Gen 5 Trigger Job
  2. 00:50Glock Gen 5 Disassembly Guide
  3. 01:23Polishing Technique with Emery File & Flitz
  4. 03:10Standard Glock Polishing Points Explained
  5. 06:34Overlooked Glock Gen 5 Polishing Areas
  6. 08:25Advanced Mods & Glock Gen 5 Reassembly

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed for a Glock Gen 5 '25-cent trigger job'?

You'll need a progressive emery file (like a nail buffer), a Glock disassembly tool or 3/32 Allen key, Flitz metal polish, Q-tips, and a paper towel for cleaning.

What are the main areas to polish for a Glock Gen 5 trigger job?

Focus on the lifter, the top of the trigger bar, the connector face, the plunger face, and the striker face. Be cautious not to alter the striker's geometry.

What are some often overlooked areas to polish on a Glock Gen 5?

Consider polishing the side face of the trigger bar against the frame, the inside of the right-side slide release, the frame's internal plastic, and the top of the trigger shoe.

Can polishing a Glock trigger void the warranty?

Modifying internal firearm components, including polishing, can potentially void the manufacturer's warranty. Proceed with caution and understand the risks involved.

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