Remove Your Glock Mag Release Easily With This Tool

Published on August 27, 2025
Duration: 9:00

This guide details how to replace a factory Glock magazine release button with an extended version using a specialized tool. The process involves firearm disassembly, careful removal of the small magazine release spring, installation of the new button, and reinstallation of the spring with the aid of the tool and needle-nose pliers. The speaker, Lenny McIll from Glock Store Performance and Custom Shop, emphasizes the ease and efficiency of the new tool compared to older methods.

Quick Summary

An extended Glock magazine release offers improved ergonomics for faster magazine changes without altering your grip. A specialized tool with a V-shaped tip is recommended for easily removing and reinstalling the critical magazine release spring, which prevents magazines from falling out.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Extended Magazine Releases
  2. 00:47Old vs. New Tools for Mag Release Installation
  3. 01:42Glock 34 Gen 4 Overview
  4. 01:55Firearm Unloading and Safety Check
  5. 02:18Glock Disassembly for Mag Release Access
  6. 03:00Demonstrating the Specialized Mag Release Tool
  7. 03:32Understanding the Magazine Release Spring
  8. 04:15Removing the Magazine Release Spring
  9. 04:43Using Pliers to Remove the Spring
  10. 05:14Removing the Factory Magazine Release Button
  11. 05:40Installing the New Extended Magazine Release
  12. 06:01Reinstalling the Magazine Release Spring with Tool
  13. 06:42Seating the Spring into the Notch
  14. 07:05Final Check: Spring Tension and Function
  15. 07:22Magazine Insertion Test
  16. 07:37Conclusion: The Value of the Right Tool
  17. 08:12Visit Glock Store Nashville

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main benefit of an extended Glock magazine release?

An extended Glock magazine release allows for easier and faster magazine changes without needing to significantly alter your shooting grip, improving overall handling and efficiency.

What tool is recommended for replacing a Glock magazine release spring?

A specialized tool with a V-shaped tip is highly recommended for easily engaging and lifting the delicate magazine release spring out of its notch, simplifying the installation process.

Can I use a flathead screwdriver to install a Glock extended magazine release?

While possible, using a flathead screwdriver to manipulate the magazine release spring is more difficult and time-consuming than using a specialized tool, often requiring more effort to extract and seat the spring.

Why is the magazine release spring so important on a Glock?

The magazine release spring is crucial for the firearm's function. It provides the necessary tension to hold the magazine securely in place; without it, magazines will simply fall out of the firearm.

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