The Best Extended Slide Stop For Your Glock

Published on July 8, 2022
Duration: 28:16

This video details the benefits and installation of extended slide stops for various Glock generations. It clarifies the function of the slide stop versus the slide lock and highlights how extended versions improve manipulation for slide release and lock-back. Specific models like Aerotek Sure Touch and Kagwerks are reviewed, noting their unique features for different grip styles and hand sizes. Installation procedures for Gen 3/4 and Gen 5/Slimline models are demonstrated, including critical spring placement.

Quick Summary

Extended slide stops on Glocks offer a larger surface area for easier slide release and lock-back manipulation without grip adjustment. Installation varies by generation, with Gen 3/4 using a wire spring and Gen 5/Slimline using a coil spring. Models like Kagwerks are designed to prevent accidental engagement for high-grip shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Safety Check
  2. 00:43Slide Stop vs. Slide Lock Explained
  3. 01:39Benefits of Extended Slide Stops
  4. 03:17Gen 3/4 Installation & Jiggle Technique
  5. 05:06Mechanical Function: Last Round Lockback
  6. 11:04Critical Spring Placement (Gen 3/4)
  7. 12:28Gen 5 & Slimline Installation
  8. 16:29Aerotek Sure Touch Review
  9. 18:18Kagwerks Extended Slide Stop Review
  10. 20:56Tyrant Tactical Model Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main benefits of using an extended slide stop on a Glock?

Extended slide stops provide a larger surface area, making it significantly easier to release the slide or manually lock it back without needing to adjust your shooting grip. This improves manipulation speed and accessibility.

How do you install an extended slide stop on a Gen 3 or Gen 4 Glock?

Installation involves disassembly using a tool like the Accu-Punch set. A key step is the 'jiggle technique' to release the original stop, and ensuring the wire spring is correctly positioned under the locking block pin.

Are there different installation methods for Gen 5 Glocks compared to older generations?

Yes, Gen 5 and Slimline models (G42, G43, G43X, G48) use a coil spring system for the slide stop, which requires a slightly different disassembly and reassembly approach than the wire spring used in Gen 3/4.

Which extended slide stop is recommended for shooters with a high-thumbs grip?

The Kagwerks Extended Slide Stop is specifically designed with a raised profile that sits higher on the slide. This shape helps prevent accidental engagement of the slide stop by shooters who maintain a high-thumbs grip while firing.

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