The 3 Most Important Upgrades For Every Glock

Why Focus on Three Core Glock Upgrades

The discussion opens with a new Glock owner asking which upgrades to do first, mentioning triggers, slide cuts, and stippling. The hosts push back on cosmetic or comfort-focused changes and narrow the conversation to three upgrades they consider essential for nearly every Glock pistol. They describe Glock as solid out of the box but note that certain areas can be improved to make it easier to identify what is being aimed at and to enhance the overall shooting experience. Rather than chasing every possible modification, they frame the video around practical life-improvement upgrades that matter for regular use.

Replacing Factory Glock Sights and Adding Optics

The first upgrade is replacing the factory plastic Glock sights. The hosts criticize the stock polymer U-notch sights as slick and difficult to use for emergency one-handed racking on a belt, table, or other surface. They point out that many law enforcement trade-in Glocks show upgraded sights while triggers and frames remain stock, underscoring how widely this change is prioritized. They recommend metal sights at a minimum, with options like XS sights, Night Fision, Dawson Precision, and Glock night sights. Night sights or at least fiber-optic fronts are suggested for better visibility, with an emphasis on durability and improved target identification in low light.

Red Dots, Glock MOS Plates, and Direct-Milled Slides

The conversation moves to optics as an extension of the sight upgrade. One Glock shown has Dawson Precision-style metal sights with an anti-reflective rear and a red dot mounted, providing a lower one-third co-witness. They highlight an Aimpoint Acro-style optic and mention a Glock COA configuration that currently comes preinstalled from Glock, with standalone COA availability expected later. The hosts then address Glock MOS models, such as a Glock 34 MOS, noting that the factory plate system offers flexibility but can deform or gap when torqued correctly. They recommend aftermarket plates from companies like C&H Precision, Forward Controls Design, and Apex, along with quality screws, thread locker, and even titanium screws from Agency. Both hosts favor direct milling by shops like Jagerwerks for a more secure optic mount.

Holster Selection, Carry Methods, and Compatibility

The second major upgrade is a quality holster and a consistent way to carry the Glock. One host typically carries appendix but demonstrates off-body carry using a bag that holds a Glock 17 in a Kydex holster. They stress that even in a bag or fanny-pack style setup, the pistol should be in a rigid holster that protects the trigger area and keeps debris out. The hosts show that such bags can be worn as a traditional fanny pack or as a cross-body rig that can be quickly swung to the front for access. They emphasize planning ahead for optics and weapon lights, since holsters are often specific to slide cuts and light models. Inside-the-waistband and outside-the-waistband options are mentioned, including Safariland, T.Rex Arms, and Tenicore, with a reminder that some Safariland holsters can work even before a light is added.

Weapon Lights, Positive Identification, and Light Models

The third upgrade is illumination for positive identification in low light. The hosts describe a home-defense scenario to illustrate why seeing clearly before pressing the trigger is critical. They argue that a light is essential for understanding what is in front of the muzzle, especially inside a familiar home where the owner has an advantage but still needs to identify shapes and sounds. Both handheld and weapon-mounted lights are discussed, with a preference for weapon-mounted options due to easier activation and movement. They compare SureFire X300 variants, noting the X300 Ultra’s broader spill and the X300 Turbo’s higher candela, and reference a separate video explaining lumens versus candela. Streamlight options such as the TLR-1, TLR-1 HL, HL-X, and TLR-7A are also mentioned as compact choices that still provide enough output for effective identification. The segment closes with the view that a light on a pistol is a necessary part of a complete setup.