A Gen 3 Slide For Your Gen 5 Glock [Glock 25X]

Published on February 5, 2025
Duration: 8:22

This video demonstrates the compatibility of a Glock 25 slide (chambered in .380 ACP) with a Glock 19X Gen 5 frame, allowing for the use of 9mm magazines. It addresses concerns about the ambidextrous slide stop functioning without a cutout on the right side of the slide and confirms that .380 ACP ammunition can be fired from 9mm magazines. The presenter highlights the softer recoil of .380 ACP compared to 9mm Luger.

Quick Summary

A Glock 25 slide can be fitted onto a Glock 19X Gen 5 frame, enabling the use of .380 ACP ammunition with 9mm magazines. The ambidextrous slide stop functions correctly, and the .380 ACP offers a softer shooting experience with reduced recoil compared to 9mm Luger.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Giveaway Announcement & Winner Selection
  2. 00:50Next Contest: Tungsten Guide Rod Patch
  3. 01:16Enthusiasm for Winning
  4. 01:38Winner Announcement: Sales Order 2086740
  5. 01:59Next Giveaway: Glock Store Patch & Sticker
  6. 02:20Introduction: Glock 25 Slide on Gen 5 Glock 19X
  7. 02:30Glock 25 Discontinuation & Slide Fit
  8. 02:40.380 ACP vs. 9mm Luger Cartridge Comparison
  9. 03:01Addressing Compatibility Questions (19X, 45)
  10. 03:14Ambidextrous Slide Stop Functionality
  11. 03:41Demonstration: Slide Lockback on Glock 19X
  12. 04:01Extended Ambidextrous Slide Stop Options
  13. 05:00Manual Slide Stop Operation
  14. 05:259mm Magazine Compatibility with .380 ACP
  15. 05:35Loading 19-Round Magazine with .380 ACP
  16. 06:05Analogy: .40 S&W in 10mm Magazines
  17. 06:38Transition to Range Testing
  18. 06:46Setup: Glock 19X Frame, Glock 25 Upper, 9mm Mags
  19. 06:58Nashville Shoot 270 Experience Range Tour
  20. 07:20Range Test: .380 ACP in Glock 19X Magazine
  21. 07:29Shooting Impression: Soft and Low Recoil
  22. 07:50Conclusion: It Works

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Glock 25 slide be used on a Glock 19X Gen 5 frame?

Yes, a Glock 25 slide, which is chambered in .380 ACP, can be fitted onto a Glock 19X Gen 5 frame. This allows you to shoot .380 ACP ammunition from a platform typically designed for 9mm Luger.

Will a Glock 25 slide work with a Glock 19X's ambidextrous slide stop?

The ambidextrous slide stop on a Glock 25 slide functions correctly on a Glock 19X frame, even though the slide itself does not have a cutout on the right-hand side. The slide stop engages with the frame's mechanism as intended.

Can you shoot .380 ACP from 9mm Glock magazines?

Yes, you can shoot .380 ACP ammunition from standard 9mm Glock magazines, such as the 19-round capacity magazines for the Glock 19X. The cartridges fit and feed reliably.

What are the recoil differences between .380 ACP and 9mm Luger?

.380 ACP is generally considered a softer shooting cartridge with significantly less recoil compared to 9mm Luger. This is due to its smaller size and lighter projectile, meaning less gunpowder.

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