Let’s ace this trigger

This video features Johnny Glock discussing his concerns and findings regarding the TriggerTech ACE trigger for Glock firearms. He highlights potential safety issues stemming from the trigger's design, particularly its angled sear and lack of a replicated external safety lever, which differs significantly from traditional Glock mechanisms. The discussion covers installation challenges, USPSA rulings, and the importance of understanding how modifications can affect firearm reliability and safety, especially when deviating from stock configurations.

This expert guide from Line 45 details common Glock pitfalls, emphasizing how wear and aftermarket modifications can impact reliability. It covers generational differences, trigger system nuances, magazine issues, the legal implications of Glock switches, and crucial maintenance practices for striker channels and recoil spring assemblies. The guide also addresses the complexities of optic mounting on MOS systems and factors affecting resale value.

Matt Lipowski, inventor of the ACE No Creep trigger and founder of TriggerTech, details the development and installation of their Glock trigger. The process involves replacing the factory trigger group with TriggerTech's three-component system, aiming to provide a 1911-like trigger feel in a Glock platform. The company emphasizes a drop-in installation with no fitting required, focusing on reliability and performance for competition and duty use.

This YouTube video features Rick Crawley demonstrating the installation of the TriggerTech Ace Trigger System for Glock firearms. He also shares his initial impressions after 500 rounds, including a critical safety update. As of August 2025, the description warns that the trigger may compromise the "drop safe" functionality of Glocks, with third-party tests confirming inconsistent safety retention. Achilles Heel Tactical (AHT) advises against purchasing and installing the trigger until further notice. The video provides a link to a shorts update and directs viewers to the Achilles Heel Tactical website for training.

This video discusses the Trigger Tech ACE trigger system for Glocks and its potential safety implications, particularly in light of a video by Johnny Glock demonstrating accidental discharges. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, analyzes how trigger modifications, such as lightening springs or removing safety features, can impact a firearm's drop safety. He references a past incident with a CZ Shadow 2 to illustrate the real-world consequences of aggressive modifications.

This guide details the installation of the Kiral Defense Heavyweight Steel Backstrap for Glock pistols, specifically the Glock 17 Gen 5. The process involves removing the trigger housing pin, replacing the original backstrap with the steel version, and securing it with a provided steel pin. The upgrade adds approximately 2 ounces to the rear of the firearm, aiming to reduce felt recoil and muzzle flip, thereby improving shooting speed and accuracy. The backstrap also offers a subtle alteration to the grip's shape, which some users prefer for feel.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.