Went to the range today and fired my Glock 19 Gen 5. Tighter slide to frame fit. They don't want to suck in public [/FONT], [FONT="]Ego is the reason many men do not shoot competition. It always FTFs on the last round of every mag. I think this whole Gen 3 feed issue was started by newbies, who know nothing about Glocks, let alone any semi auto, no training, and starting cranking live rounds by hand instead of function firing the weapon. Pretty much the same tried and true design. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I just returned from the range ran 100 rounds through my G4 26 (Winchester FMJ 115 grain). The Glock 34 Gen 5 is the perfect handgun, exceeding most demands and wants. Try a thorough cleaning before buying a new spring. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. I was a cop on the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and one day on an annual qualification my Sig-Sauer Certified Used Sig P220 ST .45 from Sig catastrophically failed at the range. And its DA is incredibly long and heavy. Have you actually shot the gun to see if it jams when firing and not just manually cycling? Chambered in 9X19mm, the 15-round magazine comes standard, but the Gen 5 can come in 17, 24, 31, 33- round magazines. To check for any parts that were not stock or that were particularly worn, the complete gun should go through a detail strip. Your email address will not be published. Happens with reloads and factory ammo. Thanks all! The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. To assess the questionable ammunition issue, try some 124-grain round-nose range cartridges of reasonable quality. I have had nothing but failure to feed problems with every after market barrel for Glocks. As history has taught us, people either loved or hated the changes Glock made to the pistols. Based on comparing the specs, features, practicality, and performance, I have found the 3 best alternatives to Glock 19 Gen 3. It's sporadic and he's about to chuck the thing. He just did the taccom feed ramp extension and still had the issue. * Did you seat the magazine fully w. $29.95. Could the heat have had an effect on the integrity of the return spring rod? The frame material is the same just a different texture. First round in mag loads (slingshot method). NRA Benefactor Life Member, Glock Armorer, GSSF Member, https://www.theoutdoorstrader.com/threads/pmc-bronze-ammo-issues.2147902/, https://www.glocktalk.com/threads/please-recommend-a-good-9mm-seating-taper-crimp-die.1836104/page-2. Additionally, you may be interacting with the slide while its moving. Specs & Features Specifications Caliber: 9x19mm Capacity: 15+1 Barrel length: 4.02 Weight (unloaded): 23.6 oz Weight (loaded): 30.16 oz Dimensions: 7.36 x 1.26 x 5.04 Features Fixed sights What sights will work with the Glock 34 Gen 5 red dot? I'm shooting warm loads with 200g nosler jhp's. I'm wondering if it's the slide moving too fast and the mag doesn't have enough . This void is too densely filled by the Magpul mag well. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Features & Specifications of Glock 34 Gen 5:Barrel Length135 mmMagazine CapacityStandard: 17 Optional: 19 / 24 / 31 / 33Overall Length222 mmCaliber9x19mmTwist Length250 mmSightsPolymer SightsSafetySafe ActionDimensionsWidth (Overall): 34 mm Height Incl. I would contact Glock for an improved barrel if it is correct that they improved them. Lost "Specifically more problematic with JHP (many brands and variations) but also CAN affect FMJ. You are using an out of date browser. today. I don't know if this makes any sense. solution is to change followers. It's great magazine capacity. Its possible that youre lubricating the striker assembly. Will get to the range to test "live fire". I have three magazines for mine, the two 10 rounders that came with the pistol, and a 12 rounder I bought to carry in the gun. JavaScript is disabled. Rack the slide and ease it forward. Metallic Pin & Extended Controls Kit for Glocks. I've had issues with a Beretta 92 and a FNX 9 hanging up with lower powered target ammo. could not ask for better customer service. The third generation Glock pistols have undergone the most extensive field testing and combat validation of any Glock. Before I decided to make this video, I took it to an indoor range the next day, using different ammo, to make sure the problem persisted. Can you elaborate on how to modify the follower if I have them send one of those you mentioned? compared different brands of 9mm they all seem the same size. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Purify the feed ramp and remove any potential burs. This includes 147gr HST (about the stickiest bullets I've encountered) shot with very well worn mag springs and #12 recoil spring with something like 30k rounds on it. Which Should be the Ruger You Own? Even with PPU ammunition, you can be experiencing one or two FTF out of twenty rounds (approximate calculation). Triggers weigh a comfortable 3.5 pounds. My build was doing this too, I saw you tagged me over at the bigger Polymer80 thread. Joined: Nov 2004. The other guns I see with broken slide lock springs are the older (Generation 1 and 2) model 23 and 19 guns. Glock released the Gen 4 in 2010. Glock 19 Gen 4 -- Diagnosing Failure to Feeds - YouTube 0:00 / 5:36 Glock 19 Gen 4 -- Diagnosing Failure to Feeds Cr0cket20 45.8K subscribers Subscribe 1.1K 180K views 8 years ago. I shoot revolvers.These threads where firearms don't work are alien to me.. As you know though, when a wheel gun does encounter some out of spec ammo and lock up, it can be quite locked up. its been several years). Slice you old Cyano farmer how are you? If you are not using a Glock 19 10-round mag, disregard. And this problem is common with the UMC stuff. Gather some boxes of different ammo (one of them being the same than the FTF). On the LVMPD and two separate military units I have earned the nickname Murphys Law. I have the worst luck in the world. Just use factory glock mags and call it day BOSSHOG999 3 yr. ago your 19 must be a gen 5. the double slide locks cause the issue. Additionally, switch out an extended slide stop for a regular one. The G19X arrives with the maritime Firing Pin Spring Cups magical pixie dust. $29.95. $779.99 $679.99. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. My glock 20 is not always feeding. Im guessing this based on the fact that the lighter weight bullet is the one having issues. It blocks the mags from the full insert and prevents them from catching. (By the way, she put all 10 of 10 she fired in the "10 ring" on the target ! Went to the range today and fired my Glock 19 Gen 5. Also, replace the recoil spring assembly, slide stop lever (has integral wire spring), coil trigger spring and firing pin spring. To see if you are having this issue you can remove the spring and seat just the plunger and the plastic bearing in the channel and see if it is below the hole (there would be room to move) or flush/above the hole (no room for the extractor to move). Sub Club #9; .40 S&W Club #1953; S&W Club #3913. Troubleshoot different parts and keep the gun clean. I guess the moral of my story is to not worry if it wont work with only this ammo. Watch on. Thanks for the interest. Substitute a stock spring for the stock recoil spring. Literally broke in two on the range. Its intermittent but I dont shoot that one as much anymore. Try that magazine again next outing, but don't use it for edc in the meantime. Externally, they removed the finger grooves, flared the bottom of the mag well, added an ion-bonded finish on the slide, rounded off the muzzle end of the . (Find Out Now! It would not reliably feed in the gun and would cause jamming issues. It is based, The Glock 30S is an appropriate size for a .45ACP. It was once in a while at first and when I was in ga I stopped at Glock to get checked. Everything is different. You dont want to miss out on that! 100 rounds of various 9mm FMJ and hollowpoints, including some +P. May 24, 2015. this is just crazy now added to the failure to feed after 8 or 9 rounds i get a FTF every other round and throw in a few stove pipes and failure to cycle what the hell is gong on. I;ve started having problem with failure to feed on my Glock 19 Gen V MOS. how do you feel about a Stainless Steel after market Recoil Spring assembly, My brother I don't think i have 5000 but i will change the springs. So, I didn't really even thing of limp wristing and did not want to accuse her of that while she was still holding the gun ! An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Long Live the Republic, God Bless America. I've changed a lot in this handgun since purchased, including a tungsten guide rod, but I've shot since that change without problems. The Gen 5a magazine release is larger than the Gen 3s. In my opinion, the most practical (only?) Well, that's what I would do anyway Good luck. The most common problems with the Glock 19 Gen 3 are: Magpul magwell problems, jamming issue, failure to extract, trigger problem and slide lock spring. It is picky with ammo. Now Im having FTF issues 1-2 times per 10 rd magazine (NJ Limit). I am no longer carrying this gun, and may sell it. After it broke in it started shooting the slower loads OK. A new Gen 5 spring is fairly stiff and initially does not like light loads. The enlarged floor plate does absolutely nothing now that the half-moon cutout is gone. On the ride home I started to think that perhaps its operator error. I've had Storm Lake barrels, Lone Wolf barrels, and others, for my G35, G43, G23, and the only barrel that has given me zero problems is the Glock OEM. https://www.indianagunowners.com/threads/classifieds-new-online-payment-guidelines-rules-paypal-venmo-zelle-etc.511734/, https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=glock+lube+diagram&fr=opensearch&imgurl=http%3A%2F%2Fpreparedgunowners.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F09%2FGlock-factory-lube.jpg#id=0&iurl=http%3A%2F%2Fpreparedgunowners.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F09%2FGlock-factory-lube.jpg&action=click, Help Identify Early 1911 and Civil War Revolvers, OSUT #242 - A day without laughter is a day wasted, Buy, sell, and trade in the classified section, Chat with Local gun shops, ranges, trainers & other businesses, View up to date on firearm-related events. Idaho. I don't think it's technique- I'm pretty sure I'm not limpwristing. I have had my new gen 5 19 MOS not go into slide lock several times. Let us know. Probably the ammo. I chalked it up to the PMC Bronze ammunition. https://photos.app.goo.gl/8CWtgdBdvn8rjvy38, https://photos.app.goo.gl/WimsT5AM4ctMjgDs6, How to Hold a Pistol | Special Forces Instruction | Tactical Rifleman, Proper Pistol Grip - Navy SEAL Teaches How to Grip a Pistol. These come with Gen 5 mags that include a longer baseplate and an orange follower. The Issue: Specific to California compliant 10 round factory glock mags. LCP 2 or LCP MAX? You can place pressure on the front and back straps for better control while shooting. I had this issue with both my Gen 5 19 and my G45 but only with 147 gr. Many of the spent cases came back and hit my arm and forehead.