The Two Best Upgrades For Your Gen 6 Glock

Published on February 27, 2026
Duration: 12:13

This guide details the installation of a tungsten guide rod and a brass heavyweight plug (Covert Magwell) for Gen 6 Glocks, as demonstrated by Lenny Magill, Founder/CEO of GlockStore. These upgrades aim to reduce felt recoil and muzzle flip, enhancing shooting performance, especially during rapid fire. The process involves a straightforward disassembly and reassembly of the slide and a simple press-fit installation for the brass plug.

Quick Summary

The two best upgrades for a Gen 6 Glock are a tungsten guide rod and a brass heavyweight plug (Covert Magwell). These additions increase the firearm's weight, effectively reducing felt recoil and muzzle flip. This leads to improved control, faster follow-up shots, and enhanced accuracy, particularly during rapid firing scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:17Improving Your Glock: Guide Rod and Plug
  2. 01:08Why Add Weight to Your Glock
  3. 01:51Gen 6 Glock 45 Installation
  4. 02:12Disassembling The Glock
  5. 02:59Barrel and Guide Rod Details
  6. 04:04Tungsten Guide Rod Comparison
  7. 06:03Reassembling the Glock Slide
  8. 06:54Heavy Brass Plug Details
  9. 07:46Gen 6 Grip Design
  10. 08:38Installing the Heavy Brass Plug
  11. 10:09Tungsten Guide Rod Benefits
  12. 11:34Nashville Rental Range

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the two best upgrades for a Gen 6 Glock?

According to Lenny Magill of GlockStore, the two most significant upgrades for a Gen 6 Glock are a tungsten guide rod and a new brass heavyweight plug, referred to as a Covert Magwell. These parts are designed to reduce felt recoil and muzzle flip during rapid fire.

How do tungsten guide rods and brass plugs improve Glock performance?

These upgrades add weight to the lightweight polymer frame of Glocks, which helps to tame "snappiness." By reducing felt recoil and muzzle flip, they allow for better "gun driving" and improved accuracy, especially during rapid shooting sequences.

Is the installation of a tungsten guide rod and brass plug difficult?

The installation process is relatively straightforward. The guide rod replacement is similar to a Gen 3 Glock 19, and the brass plug installation is simple and requires no tools, involving a press-fit into the bottom of the grip.

Where can I try these Glock upgrades before buying?

If you are in the Nashville area, GlockStore offers a rental range where you can try a firearm equipped with a tungsten guide rod. This allows you to experience the recoil reduction benefits firsthand before making a purchase.

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