Strike Industries G19 EMP Baseplate Installation

Published on October 26, 2023
Duration: 12:28

This guide details the installation of Strike Industries Enhanced Magazine Plate (EMP) base plates onto Glock 19 and Glock 17 magazines. The process involves disassembling the original magazine, replacing the spring with the extended one provided, and securing the new base plate with a set screw. The speaker emphasizes the reliability and benefits of these extensions, including increased capacity and improved magazine handling.

Quick Summary

Strike Industries EMP base plates increase Glock magazine capacity by +5 for G19 and +4 for G17. Installation requires a Glock base plate tool and the included Allen wrench/set screw. Benefits include higher capacity, added weight for better drops, and improved grip for stripping.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Overview
  2. 00:33Speaker's Experience with Strike Industries
  3. 01:05Types of Base Plates (Polymer vs. Aluminum)
  4. 01:32Reliability and Use Cases
  5. 02:21Steel Case Ammunition Issues
  6. 03:03Required Tools for Installation
  7. 04:09Magazine Disassembly Process
  8. 05:06Component Handling Caution
  9. 05:38Contents of the EMP Kit
  10. 06:02Reassembling Magazine with New Spring
  11. 06:37Attaching the EMP Base Plate
  12. 07:24Securing the Base Plate with Lock Tab
  13. 07:46Using the Set Screw and Allen Wrench
  14. 08:30Giveaway Announcement (Naz Essentials)
  15. 09:47Testing the Installed Magazines
  16. 10:32Benefits of Extended Magazine Plates
  17. 11:33Instagram Appeal of Extended Mags
  18. 11:53Final Thoughts and Reliability
  19. 12:08Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to install Strike Industries EMP base plates on Glock magazines?

You will need a dedicated Glock magazine base plate tool to depress the retention button and remove the original base plate. The Strike Industries EMP kit includes its own Allen wrench and a Loctite-coated set screw for securing the new base plate.

What are the benefits of using Strike Industries EMP magazine extensions?

Strike Industries EMPs increase magazine capacity, offering +5 rounds for Glock 19s and +4 for Glock 17s. They also add weight, aiding in gravity-assisted drops and providing a better grip for forceful magazine stripping during malfunctions.

Can steel case ammunition cause issues with polymer Glock magazines?

Yes, the speaker notes that steel case 9mm ammunition can sometimes bind in all-polymer Glock magazines. This is attributed to the rougher steel case material potentially digging into the polymer body under spring pressure, not a fault of the base plate itself.

How do you install a Strike Industries EMP base plate on a Glock magazine?

First, remove the original base plate using a tool to depress the retention button. Then, replace the original spring with the extended one provided, reinsert the follower and spring, and slide the EMP base plate on until it clicks. Finally, secure it with the included lock tab and set screw.

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