Glock Magazine Revisions 

Lenny: You rock, sir. You never age and I salute you for hanging in there in California where it's gotta be tough to be in he business.

Cannot thank you enough for these educational & product-knowledge videos. Throughout the years, they've been an invaluable resource.

I've learned the hard way that cheap aftermarket mags for my Glocks are nothing but trouble. But here lately, MagPul started making mags for the Glock 19. Because of their reputation, I decided to try them and bought 5 for $16 each. So far, they run flawlessly. For EDC I still rely on the factory mags but it's nice to have 15 or 20 mags loaded for convenience at the range without paying factory prices.

this guy must be a RADIO JOCK....

I have a Glock 19, gen 2, I bought new. One of my original magazines (no insert) split right up the line of holes on the back of the magazine. I carried it while on the Philadelphia Police Department and still have it 25 years after I've retired. I love it.

Thank you very much for making a great informational video, Lenny!

Coming from a production background I can say that not all inline changes are voluntary. Sometimes you quietly make a change to fix an issue that is occurring. An issue that stops short of needing a recall of a product, but an issue none the less. Bottom line is its all about saving face and/or saving money as a manufacturer.

glad he made this video not everyone has been around since the dinosaurs lol

Lenny you're awesome brother thanks for another informational video.

Thanks Lenny,........very informative.

Wow this was 4 years ago and today to me this was awesome info, just bought some new ones thanks I appreciate your review

Thank you for this video. I had seen the changes. But still trusted it to be origanal Factory Glock.

A really great, informative video, sir! And you've got the voice for a narrator who should be doing documentaries and making the Big Bucks! I have to admit, I'm not a Glock guy. I'm more an old-timer, but I admit, the Glock is one fantastic gun, perhaps one of the two greatest handguns of all time. I have nothing but respect for the Glock, but cosmetically, it hurts my eyes! Like I said, I'm teetering on the edge of being a full-blown geezer in ways. That aside, I have acquired a ton of Glock 17 mags for use in the AR-9 I built using a Stern Defense conversion unit. Through a swap, I obtained three mags that your video didn't mention, and I'm frustrated by not being able to attach photos here to illustrate my questions/concerns. The "newest" of the three has only the single right-hand notch for the magazine catch, no other "cut-outs." It has the metal insert, but has two circular holes to expose the steel insert on either side of the "17" and "18" see-through holes. It has a thick floorplate with "+2" and "1987" inside the stylized Glock logo. It holds 19 rounds, but that last round is tough to get loaded, even with a Lula mag loader. I might add that this magazine refuses to engage the hold-open feature in my AR-9, and the only Glock handgun I could "borrow" to see if it functioned correctly. The other two really baffle me. One is identical in size to a Glock 17 mag, has only the right-hand mag catch notch, but only accommodates ten rounds and has the number "3206" inside the stylized Glock logo. I assume this mag was either made during the Clinton-era "assault weapons ban," or was intended for the poor souls in Massachusetts, California (YIKES! -- you're in San Diego!), or some other God-forsaken region of the country which tramples the Second Amendment. Lastly is one that is shorter -- perhaps for the Glock 19 (?), has only the right-hand mag catch notch, and is only a 10-rounder (also has "3206" inside the stylized Glock logo on the floorplate. This magazine also has the numeral "1" stamped to the side of the Glock logo and word "Austria" on the back of the magazine. I'd really appreciate any information you might give me. From this video alone, I can tell you'd be exactly the kind of man I'd love doing business with, and I wish you all the luck in the world! Thank you so much in advance!

Should I be watching this? It might be illegal to watch videos on high caps mags in California. 😱

Good to know. I just purchased a few 33rnd mags elsewhere, sorry Lenny it was a better sale, but when I received them I noticed the difference and was concerned they were fakes. Although I wasn't too concerned as I did buy from a reputable company, the thought still crossed my mind. Thanks for clearing that up.

This is a guy I would want to work for. I lived in California for awhile and I couldn’t imagine the BS he goes thru by just selling legal items.

You answered all my questions. Thank you sir.....

Thanks for the info on this subject, Lenny. If it came from your store I wouldn't ever think it was a "Knock Off". : )

Great info Lenny!

Lenny good information thanks.

great videos you are very knowledgeable with G...can't believe you have less than 90 thousand subscribers...

Great explanation

Great information!

I love my Glock, I love the GlockStore they are very conscientious and very customer oriented

thank you for the info

Great video

I just bought a glock (my first) a few months ago and it's the new revision with no mid notch or any exposed steel except on the rear windows.

The notch in the middle is for euro style, trigger guard ambi paddles like the HK and Walther PPS have.

So which gen magazine is best or newest for a gen2 model 21 if I wanted to increase my supply. Great video. Thanks

This helped a lot.

Very cool video..

Good to know. I have been using the Pmags for my G19 gen 4. Thanks.

So I recently purchased a 17, gen 2 and was worried because both mags once released stay in place, they don't slide down half way and can be very hard to pull out. Any recommendations on how to legally modify these two 17rd magazines?

Sir could you answer a question for me. I am about to purchase a Glock 23 Gen5 mos with a 4.02 barrel, so I guess that is Glocks compact. It comes with 13 round mags.. I would like to get some 15 round mags for it and I would like to know if the 15 round mags will extend or will fit flush. Thanks, you do great videos.

Also with Glocks latest magazine change: Austria is removed, Caliber, Loading Numbers and Logo are not as deeply cut into the mag body. When I was color filling the mags on my G19 Burnt Bronze USA made, the white color fill didn't take as good as the older versions did.

Are they still made in Austria? I can't get a straight answer anywhere online. I got a 19 gen 4 in April 2017 that came with the 1594-01 magazines. The 19 was made in Austria so I would figure so are the magazines. The eu.Glock website for the European market also lists the magazines with the number instead of the Austria mark.

That's why those old gen 2 magazines that I have are not drop free, I always wondered why that happened.

Is there any new magazine for the. glock 43 that have a higher capacity for it?

So, how many years did you work in radio, Mr. Magill?

Several errors. Early (NDF) mags were partially steel lined. The Gen 3 Glock 21 SF does have an ambidextrous mag release. I believe the mags for these guns were the first to have the second notch on the mag.

In Glock We Trust

SF model 20 had the ambi. I hated how it would get stuck sometimes and you would have to push the left side to unstick it. A button either side. 2010s used they were around in Fairbanks.

The Mag with the metal in the middle where made for Glock Gen 3 MD. I have one and it's a nightmare to get new mags..

Glad you took your time to explain this my friend. I ordered a plus 2 mag extension for my glock 43. Love it! That grip now is awesome. I did not want to carry it until now. My glock 22 in the .40 is my at home gun. I want you or somebody to recommend a good weapon light for this?

The first gen mags are a hair shorter also. I have a G23 gen 4 with magpuls flared magwell and the first gen .as wont lock in but the second gen mags work just fine

Good morning are Glock mags made in the US or are these imported.

I would like to know at his age what Lenny does to stay in such great shape..... LOL! Lenny! I know this is not related to glock but on a personal youtube or the glock youtube i would love to see you inform us on how you stay in such great shape!!!

I have a gen 2 with all plastic mags, one has a crack in the back so will the new gen 3,4,5 mags fit my gen 2 G19, 9mm that I've had since 1992 ?

Nice One

You guys would had been better off on moving to Texas.

Do glocks have build date stamps on them?

My dear, could you please let me know Whats the number below glock's magazine logo meaning? Thank you!

I would bet there are 10s of millions of glock out there

I still have my G27 Gen 1, love it

Where can I buy the older glock magazines?

Thanks for this Excellent video!!! Atte: Pedro LEON

good to know

Hey all ! Just found out my Glock G21 Generation 3 SF .45 AMBIDEXTROUS (magazine release) is the ONLY model that Gen 4+ Magazines will not work (catch & hold magazine) This is the only model that Glock has a standard full replacement warranty - they will replace it for free. The only magazines that would work in this model have a small window cut-out (exposing the metal liner) to catch and hold the magazine. Newer Glock magazines do not have this cut-out and will not work.

I have the new style mag that came with my glock 22 gen 3 My question is what does the 10 mean on the plunger that loads the rounds in

Two issues I have with this video: Current Glock mags are all polymer-looking with double-sided release notches? My mags are Gen 4 mags with that metal latch on one side for lefties. Current mags are supposed to drop free? Mine don't, when the slide of the gun is locked back. I'm using Gen 4 mags in a Gen 3 Glock 23. (Yes, I live in Commiefornia too.)

I juse bought a glock and it came with two mags and a plastic piece that fits over the end of the mag. What is it for?

I have gen3 glock so the one side Notch is perfect. I don't care for the new style that has the 2 Notch, the old style means more and harder to fine and has the numbers on the bottom plate too. But to only get the one Notch older style is EBay, Private Seller, or if I'm correct the RTF2 comes with the one Notch also. Like I said I more greater to have that one Notch and when my brother got the RTF2 that came with it I trade him my 2 Notch for his one Notch.

Why is it that nobody ever speaks about the Glock 23.i have one and it is a great gun. Big enough and sturdy enough to head tap if push comes to shove. I have had it a long time still works well.

I bet this video shut that customer up. See how great video is? It instantly ends any bullcrap.

so can i get a magazine for my gen 2 glock 17 with a cut out on one side only?

Hey I was wondering if a glock 23 mag will in a glock 22 ?

Do u make a bigger magazine for a Glock G44 22 RL

you also have to figure in these mags are used in more then just Glock products. they are more or less now a standard mag. Forward and backward comparability is a thing they are trying to keep going.

Huh! No kidding. I know of Glock mags having the center cutout and the left-side release notch exposed. As I was watching this I dropped the mag on my newer G20 (owned it for a year) and wouldn't you know it... It's one of the new mags. Had no idea.

Center notch for a paddle release?

You can tell what generation mag you have because their is a number stamped on top of the follower the latest mag when I'm writing this is number 7 on the follower

The change was done when the manufacturing of the mags was moved to the US. (It was an import regulation thing imposed by our Feds that wouldn't allow hi-cap mags to be imported). This was explained to us by the Glock instructor in our Armorers class... If you buy a Glock out of the US, the exposed metal mags are what you get with them, also as stated below, the US made mags aren't stamped with the "Austria" logo on the bottom of the mag. That's the easiest way to tell it they were made in the US or not....

I have a glock 17 9mm where can i get a magazine pinky finger extension for my glock magazines and some of my elite tactical system magazines

I own a g23 / g5 . Mag fits tight. I used to the msg sliding out easily. What can u do

Why do the G42 mags say either 01, 02 or 03 on them?

Thanks for a great video. I saw your previous video comparing the Gen 3 and Gen 4 Mags - That was great as well. However, what I was looking for was information regarding the Gen 5 mags and if they are compatible with Gen 4 Glocks. Also was wondering if you sell Glock factory mag bodies/tubes or kits for states with restrictions on mag capacity. Thanks in advance. God Bless, Anthony 2 Tim 1:7 acdainc.org

Is it ok to add one more bullet to a 24 round magazine? I have a 24 rounder and it easily takes one more

Can you use g17 mags in g23 I'm thinking on getting conversion barrell(9mm)

Will a glock 22 gen 4 magazine fit a glock 27 gen 5

yeah boy

Horrible terrifying buying experience at the glock store

What about the Mags ???

Can I get a 10 round mag for Glock 21 gen4?

you remind me of John C Maxwell :) like another version of him.

Drop-free magazines are a USA thing and magazines that require a grasp and pulling it from the handgrip are a European thing. All that a tactical reload really means is the action of reloading a weapon that has only fired a few rounds out of its magazine, and retaining the original magazine. The original Glock magazines that swell when loaded facilitate this a bit better because you have positive control of it at all times and an unintended press of the magazine release doesn't mean you've lost it on the ground, in the mud or in the water when you didn't intend to.

How in the world do you get a thumbs down ???? The guy is simply informing the public of changes in the designs over the years of glock magazines ..... There were design changes out in the field that some people misinterpret as being fake magazines . He just blew those know-it-alls out of the water ....... Oh nevermind ...Hehehe , I get it ......

Why do you show mags that are more than 10 rounds if you are located in California?

Perhaps that explains the mystery as to why these new magazines are not dropping freely.

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Ets mags work real good I would down load after use

Will a Glock 22 Gen 5 magazine work in a Glock 23 Gen 2?

Will a gen 3 glock function with a gen 5 mag?

“In Glock We Trust” (08:30)

u tell um Lenny.

Glock!

In my experience, replace your glock mags every 2 years.... the spring wears out....not a big deal.

What's the second most popular gun? m&p?

But their motto is "Glock perfection"! This means no changes are ever needed. Changing their perfect products will just make them imperfect!

So what happened to the orange followers ??

8:13 why I love glock products.