Magazine Disassembly Tool for Glocks

Published on April 26, 2014
Duration: 11:18

This guide details how to disassemble Glock magazines using a specialized tool, as demonstrated by Lenny Magill, CEO of GlockStore. It highlights the challenges of new magazines and provides a step-by-step process for using the tool to safely release the base plate. Crucially, it emphasizes thorough safety checks and offers maintenance advice, such as avoiding oil inside magazine tubes.

Quick Summary

The Glock Magazine Disassembly Tool simplifies taking apart Glock magazines by compressing the body to release base plate tension. Available in red (9mm/.40/.357) and green (10mm/.45), it requires a punch to fully remove the base plate. Always ensure magazines are unloaded before disassembly.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Glock Magazine Disassembly Challenge
  2. 01:25Problems with Traditional Methods
  3. 02:25Introducing the Magazine Disassembly Tool
  4. 02:48Critical Safety Procedures
  5. 03:45Tool Demonstration (9mm/.40/.357)
  6. 05:25Internal Parts & Reassembly
  7. 08:50Magazine Maintenance Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Glock Magazine Disassembly Tool?

The Glock Magazine Disassembly Tool is a specialized device designed to make it easier to take apart Glock magazines. It works by squeezing the magazine body to release tension, allowing the base plate to be removed with a punch.

What sizes does the Glock Magazine Disassembly Tool come in?

The tool is available in two sizes: a red version for 9mm, .40 S&W, and .357 SIG magazines, and a green version for 10mm and .45 ACP magazines.

Why is it difficult to disassemble new Glock magazines?

New Glock magazines have a tight plastic-to-plastic seal and internal 'ears' that create significant resistance, making it hard to remove the base plate without extra leverage or specialized tools.

What is the most important safety rule when disassembling a Glock magazine?

The most critical safety rule is to ensure both the firearm and the magazine are completely unloaded and clear before starting any disassembly process. Many accidents happen during maintenance.

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