Your guide to Glock history, maintenance, upgrades, and gunsmithing.

Glock pistols are the most popular handguns in America—and for good reason. They are reliable, affordable, easy to maintain, and supported by one of the largest aftermarket ecosystems in the firearm world. Whether you carry a Glock 19, train with a Glock 17, prefer the slimline 43X/48 series, or depend on a .40, .45, or 10mm model, the Glock platform has earned its reputation as the modern standard.

At StrikePoint Gunsmithing, our goal is to create the most complete, accurate, and useful Glock reference hub on the internet—built not by marketers, but by a working gunsmith who maintains, repairs, and upgrades these pistols every day.

This page is the foundation for that long-term project.

What You’ll Find in This Glock Series

Over the coming months, we will publish a comprehensive set of articles, guides, and databases focused entirely on Glock firearms. We hope this section of the site will grow into a living resource for Glock owners, concealed carriers, competitive shooters, and fellow gunsmiths.

Gunsmithing Insights

• How to maintain your Glock for long-term reliability
• Common problems and real fixes from a gunsmith’s bench
• Trigger, spring, and extractor issues explained
• When to replace springs, pins, and recoil assemblies
• How to diagnose accuracy or cycling problems

Generational Guides

• Glock Gen1–Gen5 differences
• How to identify your generation
• Frame, slide, and recoil spring assembly revisions
• Part and compatibility changes across generations

Model-by-Model Breakdowns

We will build detailed guides for the most popular Glock models, including:

• Glock 19 – the benchmark compact
• Glock 17 – the original full-size duty pistol
• Glock 26 – the “baby Glock” for deep concealment
• Glock 43 / 43X – slimline single-stack options
• Glock 48 – slimline with a longer slide
• Glock 45 / 19X – crossover duty and carry pistols
• Glock 20 / 29 – 10mm workhorses
• Glock 34 / 35 – competition-focused models

Each guide will include specs, compatibility notes, maintenance tips, and upgrade recommendations.

Serial Number & Production Reference

While Glock does not publish official serial number records, we will provide the best reference information available, including:

• Known serial blocks and approximate year ranges
• Import marks and roll marks
• Notable generational transitions
• Special or law-enforcement-only runs
• How to identify early or uncommon variants

Upgrades, Accessories & Holster Recommendations

From the perspective of a gunsmith who installs and evaluates these parts:

• Triggers that improve performance while keeping carry safety in mind
• Sights for concealed carry, competition, and aging eyes
• Weapon lights and optics for MOS and non-MOS pistols
• Holsters for everyday carry, duty use, and range work
• Aftermarket parts and brands to consider—and some to avoid

Customization & Performance

• Slide milling and optic mounting options
• Cerakote, refinishing, and cosmetic upgrades
• Enhanced reliability tuning for defensive use
• Competition-focused modifications
• Why some upgrades help, and others are just hype

Why StrikePoint’s Glock Guides Are Different

Most Glock content online is scattered across forums and social media. It is often incomplete, contradictory, or based purely on personal preference instead of a mechanical understanding of how the pistol actually works.

This series is built on:

• Hands-on gunsmithing experience with real customer pistols
• Actual repair data from the bench, not just range impressions
• Manufacturer specifications and technical documentation where available
• A consistent, standardized format for every Glock article
• Honest evaluations of parts, upgrades, and accessories
• Beginner-friendly explanations that still respect technical accuracy

In short, this resource is designed to help Glock owners make smarter, safer, and more informed decisions.

Who These Glock Guides Are For

This Glock series is built for:

• Concealed carriers and everyday Glock owners
• First-time handgun buyers
• Competitive shooters
• Home-defense users
• Firearm collectors
• Police officers and security professionals
• DIY hobbyists and tinkerers
• Fellow gunsmiths and armorers

Whether you are here to learn the basics or dive deep into mechanical details, you will find practical, real-world information you can use.

Start Here: Core Glock Articles (Coming Soon)

As we build out the complete Glock library, these cornerstone resources will be the best places to start:

• Glock Generations Explained (Gen1–Gen5)
• Best Glock Upgrades: StrikePoint Gunsmith Top Picks
• Glock 19: Full Model History & Buyer’s Guide
• Glock 43X vs Glock 48: Complete Comparison for Concealed Carry
• Glock Slide and Frame Compatibility Guide

Bookmark this page and check back regularly—new resources will be added as the series grows.

Glock Gunsmith Services at StrikePoint

If your Glock needs attention, StrikePoint Gunsmithing offers a full range of services, including:

• Sight installation and zeroing / Optic Mounting
• Trigger installation and evaluation
• Complete disassembly, cleaning, and inspection
• Spring and recoil assembly replacement
• Reliability tuning for defensive use
• Pre-carry inspections and function checks

If you’re in East Tennessee and want professional Glock work done, we’d be glad to help.

Contact StrikePoint Gunsmithing

Stay Updated on New Glock Content

As this Glock resource center grows, we’ll be adding:

• New model-specific guides
• Upgrade and accessory reviews
• Maintenance and troubleshooting articles
• Gunsmithing tips and behind-the-scenes insights

Want to know when new Glock content goes live?

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Glock as a Platform, StrikePoint as Your Resource

Glock pistols have set the modern standard for performance and reliability. This series is designed to help you get the most out of your pistol—whether you’re a new owner, a concealed carrier, or a seasoned shooter who wants to understand the platform at a deeper level.

This is the beginning of a long-term project for StrikePoint Gunsmithing, and we’re glad you’re here at the start.