Posted: 10/9/2010 5:44:16 PM EDT
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Hey hive. Just wanted your opinions on this "upgrade?"
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Yeah, it basically makes the mag release perfect. I've done the .25c trigger job, the 3.5lb connector, reshaped the trigger guard and added the ameriglo front sight on my G17. The front sight is my favorite upgrade and the vickers mag release is second. Before changing out the stock mag release I had to change my grip slightly to reach the release with my thumb and be able to exert enough force quickly to make the mag drop. It was very SLOW and awkward for me to retain a good grip on the pistol while reloading. BIG difference with the Vickers. Pics aren't of any value because unless you're holding them side by side it's hard to see what the difference is. I would definitely recommend it. |
| while I imagine the vickers product is top notch, I see no need for one. Also it is not uncommon for an extended mag release to drop the mag at inopportune times, often when carrying IWB if you are not a thin guy. I'd rather need a little extra effort to get an empty mag out than the loaded one coming out too easy. |
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The first and only thing I change on my Glocks. Excellent part, just the right length. same here. You meant the only thing you change other than the plastic sights. All my Glocks have them. Ever since they went to the screw front sight I have left them alone. |
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while I imagine the vickers product is top notch, I see no need for one. Also it is not uncommon for an extended mag release to drop the mag at inopportune times, often when carrying IWB if you are not a thin guy. I'd rather need a little extra effort to get an empty mag out than the loaded one coming out too easy. Since you have never used one, your input is of little value. It is the perfect length in that it's long enough to use easily, but not long enough to inadvertently drop a mag. You can place the weapon flat on a table, mag release down, and press - the mag won't pop out. |
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while I imagine the vickers product is top notch, I see no need for one. Also it is not uncommon for an extended mag release to drop the mag at inopportune times, often when carrying IWB if you are not a thin guy. I'd rather need a little extra effort to get an empty mag out than the loaded one coming out too easy. Since you have never used one, your input is of little value. It is the perfect length in that it's long enough to use easily, but not long enough to inadvertently drop a mag. You can place the weapon flat on a table, mag release down, and press - the mag won't pop out. This mirrors my experience as well. |
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its great, get it...or a cheaper option would be to get the factory glock extended and file it down till its just right, if your into the diy thing... What I did to 5 GLOCK's. All are just right and rounded on the edges.It's called the "One Tangiers Mag release". 
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while I imagine the vickers product is top notch, I see no need for one. Also it is not uncommon for an extended mag release to drop the mag at inopportune times, often when carrying IWB if you are not a thin guy. I'd rather need a little extra effort to get an empty mag out than the loaded one coming out too easy. Since you have never used one, your input is of little value. It is the perfect length in that it's long enough to use easily, but not long enough to inadvertently drop a mag. You can place the weapon flat on a table, mag release down, and press - the mag won't pop out. In fact, that is the whole point of it. I will not own a Glock without it. |
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while I imagine the vickers product is top notch, I see no need for one. Also it is not uncommon for an extended mag release to drop the mag at inopportune times, often when carrying IWB if you are not a thin guy. I'd rather need a little extra effort to get an empty mag out than the loaded one coming out too easy. Since you have never used one, your input is of little value. It is the perfect length in that it's long enough to use easily, but not long enough to inadvertently drop a mag. You can place the weapon flat on a table, mag release down, and press - the mag won't pop out. yep...which is the issue with other extended releases. the Vickers works great! |
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... A slightly extended magazine release for the Glock series of 9mm/40/357SIG series of pistols ... Are these not available for any of the Glock .45 caliber pistols ? |
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Found it ... Vickers Extended Glock Magazine Release A slightly extended magazine release for the Glock series of 9mm/40/357SIG and now the Glock 20, 21, 29 and 30 series of pistols is the newest product to be released by Vickers Tactical is a collaborative effort between Larry Vickers and TangoDown LLC... http://vickerstactical.com/larry-vickers-products/glock-mag-catch/ |
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I got one to try out because in cold weather while wearing gloves I wasn't getting quite enough travel with out having to seriously shift my grip.
My only gripe is I have been wanting to try out USPSA. However, in order to be honest I will not be able to shoot production with any of my Glocks in their current configuration. |
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Well guys, a friend and I ordered a couple of these off of SKD, got here yesterday.
All I have to say is I'm very pleased with the purchase. He is ecstatic, as he bought his glock used, and it had the factory extended mag release installed. Anyway +1 for Larry Vickers and his awesomeness! |
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I got one to try out because in cold weather while wearing gloves I wasn't getting quite enough travel with out having to seriously shift my grip. My only gripe is I have been wanting to try out USPSA. However, in order to be honest I will not be able to shoot production with any of my Glocks in their current configuration. USPSA allows the Glock factory extended magazine release on any Glock frame. As long as it's not longer or larger than that, I don't think you are breaking the spirit of the game. Especially if you are shooting in local matches only. What else would make your Glocks configuration not valid for USPSA? |
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I was really digging the feel of the Gen 4 with the smaller grip until I did some mag change drills and found the the new mag release not as good as the Vickers even with the smallest grips  Dashed my hopes on the shot timer so to speak.Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. |
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I was really digging the feel of the Gen 4 with the smaller grip until I did some mag change drills and found the the new mag release not as good as the Vickers even with the smallest grips Dashed my hopes on the shot timer so to speak.Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. Negative |
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I was really digging the feel of the Gen 4 with the smaller grip until I did some mag change drills and found the the new mag release not as good as the Vickers even with the smallest grips Dashed my hopes on the shot timer so to speak.
Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. Negative "Negative" ... to which ? |
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while I imagine the vickers product is top notch, I see no need for one. Also it is not uncommon for an extended mag release to drop the mag at inopportune times, often when carrying IWB if you are not a thin guy. I'd rather need a little extra effort to get an empty mag out than the loaded one coming out too easy. Since you have never used one, your input is of little value. It is the perfect length in that it's long enough to use easily, but not long enough to inadvertently drop a mag. You can place the weapon flat on a table, mag release down, and press - the mag won't pop out. This! |
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Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. I had a borrowed one for about a week and my friend and I looked it over. Everything *but* the mag release and the recoil assembly should be interchangeable. We even swapped my Gen3 slide to the Gen4 frame, and it ran just fine. Other than those two, I don't think any thing is all that different. Wouldn't make sense to change what is broken, and I don't think they would need to. They made the 3 fixes they needed to: .40 reliability, mag release pains, adjustable grip for large and small handed shooters. They just need to make a little better mag release (just a tad taller so lying flat won't drop the mag, but pressing it will) and it would be a solid buy for me. But I can deal with the Gen3 Grip for now  So it's the devil I know for a while yet...
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I was really digging the feel of the Gen 4 with the smaller grip until I did some mag change drills and found the the new mag release not as good as the Vickers even with the smallest grips Dashed my hopes on the shot timer so to speak.
Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. Negative "Negative" ... to which ? The Gen 3 Vickers mag release will not fit a Gen 4 Glock pistol. There are rumors out that Vickers is working on a Gen 4 version. |
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I was really digging the feel of the Gen 4 with the smaller grip until I did some mag change drills and found the the new mag release not as good as the Vickers even with the smallest grips Dashed my hopes on the shot timer so to speak.
Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. Negative "Negative" ... to which ? The Gen 3 Vickers mag release will not fit a Gen 4 Glock pistol. There are rumors out that Vickers is working on a Gen 4 version. When I talked to him about this in august, the discussion revolved around how small the current Gen4 installed base is vs the Gen 1-3's that can use his current part. Gen 4 Glocks are likely more than 2-3% max of the total user base if even that. Bottom line: Don't hold your breath. Larry and TD might wait a bit for the base to get larger. Fear not, there are other Glock goodies they are working on. An enhanced-purchase slide release for example. |
Sorry I don't have a head on view, but I just installed mine on my 21SF yesterday. I really like how it feels compared to the stock mag release. I haven't even popped her cherry yet as I've only had the pistol in my possession for 3 days now. Friday is when I go to the range. I bought the mag release while my Glock was in it's 10 day waiting period.
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I was really digging the feel of the Gen 4 with the smaller grip until I did some mag change drills and found the the new mag release not as good as the Vickers even with the smallest grips Dashed my hopes on the shot timer so to speak.
Will the Vickers fit the GEN 4 G17? I've heard alot of the parts for the GEN 3 and earlier will not fit the GEN 4 Glocks. Negative "Negative" ... to which ? The Gen 3 Vickers mag release will not fit a Gen 4 Glock pistol. There are rumors out that Vickers is working on a Gen 4 version. When I talked to him about this in august, the discussion revolved around how small the current Gen4 installed base is vs the Gen 1-3's that can use his current part. Gen 4 Glocks are likely more than 2-3% max of the total user base if even that. Bottom line: Don't hold your breath. Larry and TD might wait a bit for the base to get larger. Fear not, there are other Glock goodies they are working on. An enhanced-purchase slide release for example. I'll start buying Gen4's to replace my Gen3's when this happens.
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Quoted: The Gen 3 Vickers mag release will not fit a Gen 4 Glock pistol. There are rumors out that Vickers is working on a Gen 4 version. Todd Smith at TangoDown (the makers of the Vickers Extended Glock Mag Release) told me specifically that they are not planning a Gen4 mag release at this time (as of 2 weeks ago). |
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I like it but I ended up grinding a smidge off it to make it just right for me. Before doing that, I'd had a few involuntary mag drops. +1. Make sure it is compatible with your holster if this is a duty gun. With the Vicker's installed, by twisting my holster I could pop the mag out. |