Glock 19X Magazine Compatability

Published on February 21, 2024
Duration: 3:03

This video clarifies Glock 19X magazine compatibility, debunking claims of proprietary magazines. It explains that while Gen 5 magazines have a lip that interferes with the 19X's magazine well claw, this is easily resolved by swapping to Gen 3 or Gen 4 base plates, making Gen 5 magazines fully compatible. The Glock 17 is also confirmed to accept 19X magazines without issue.

Quick Summary

Glock 19X magazines are not proprietary. While Gen 5 magazines may not fit due to a lip interfering with the 19X's internal claw, this is easily fixed by swapping to Gen 3 or Gen 4 base plates. Glock 17 magazines are fully compatible with the Glock 19X.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction and Subscribe
  2. 00:17Glock 19X Magazine Compatibility Topic
  3. 00:23Debunking Misinformation
  4. 00:58Glock 19X Magazine Well Design
  5. 01:05Gen 4 and Below Magazine Compatibility
  6. 01:11Gen 5 Magazine Interference
  7. 01:30Solution: Base Plate Swap
  8. 01:5019X Magazines Are Not Proprietary
  9. 02:45Glock 17 Compatibility
  10. 02:55Clarification and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Glock 19X magazines proprietary?

No, Glock 19X magazines are not proprietary. While Gen 5 magazines have a lip that can cause interference due to the 19X's magazine well design, this is easily resolved by swapping to Gen 3 or Gen 4 base plates, making them fully compatible.

Can I use Glock 17 magazines in a Glock 19X?

Yes, Glock 17 magazines are compatible with the Glock 19X. The 19X's magazine well design is compatible with standard Glock 17 magazines without any issues or modifications.

How do I make Gen 5 Glock magazines work with a Glock 19X?

To make Gen 5 Glock magazines compatible with a Glock 19X, you need to replace the Gen 5 base plates with Gen 3 or Gen 4 base plates. This simple modification resolves the interference caused by the Gen 5 lip and the 19X's internal claw.

What is the difference between Glock 19X and Glock 17 magazines?

The primary difference that affects compatibility with the Glock 19X is the base plate design on Gen 5 magazines. Standard Glock 17 magazines, especially older generations, generally work fine. The 19X itself has a specific internal 'claw' that Gen 5 base plates can catch on.

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