Glock spring question?

kc8prz · May 19, 2013, 11:14 PM

I read that the initial Glock Gen4 springs were too soft and stamped as #3 on the end of the guide rod. Also I read that the new improved spring was stamped as #4 on the end of the guide rod... The second thing I read is that the new Gen 4 handle back straps were included in the case.

Now I just bought a Glock 19 Gen4. The spring and guide rod is stamped 5539 not #4..Also across from that stamp is a (1)... I would assume that by this date that I have the corrected or upgraded spring by now. .However I do not like the fact that the case did not include any extra back straps in it.. And the back strap on the gun is molded in place and does not slide off...Whats up with all of that??? Please help with answers if you will...Thank You.

Theohazard · May 19, 2013, 11:24 PM

As far as I know, the Gen 4 guide rod and ejector issues were fixed well over a year ago. I don't know about the numbers on the guide rod, but all Gen 4s come with a medium backstrap and a large backstrap (and the most recent ones come with two more backstraps with beavertails). The small backstrap is a permanent part of the frame; if you want the grip to be the smallest of the three options just don't put any of the extra removable backstraps on it. So with no backstraps on it's small, then you can add either a medium or a large backstrap to give you three total sizes.

If you got a new Gen 4 with no backstraps in the box, something is wrong. Is it possible you actually have a Gen 3? Gen 4s have "Gen 4" marked on the slide.

Merad · May 20, 2013, 12:34 AM

The updated spring assembly should be marked 034 and the updated ejector is marked 30274.

If there is a backstrap installed, you have to remove the rearmost pin from the frame before it will come off.

mongo356 · May 20, 2013, 12:48 AM

I vote you have a Gen 3 as well.

kc8prz · May 20, 2013, 12:36 PM

"I see" said the blind man. DOH!...Yes it is a Gen 3. I just assumed that they would have been sold out by now...I now don't know if I like this revelation or not.

jglsprings · May 20, 2013, 12:48 PM

Gen 3 Model 19 is the top of the line as far as I'm concerned. The Gen 4s have the bugs worked out now, but I like the Gen 3 guns better because that is what I'm used to shooting. YMMV.

If you were you looking for the Gen 4 back strap feature I can see how you would be disappointed. The new slides are marked

allaroundhunter · May 20, 2013, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kc8prz

"I see" said the blind man. DOH!...Yes it is a Gen 3. I just assumed that they would have been sold out by now...I now don't know if I like this revelation or not.

They haven't stopped producing the Gen 3. They are currently producing both the Gen 3 and Gen 4. Some people don't like the additions on the Gen 4 so they get the Gen 3 and vice versa.

Ben Dover · May 20, 2013, 12:53 PM

I have replaced the springs in my Glocks wirh 22 lb Wolf springs.

I grew weary of chasing casings, Now, they fall beside my foot.

May 19, 2013, 11:14 PM	#1
kc8prz Member Join Date: May 18, 2013 Posts: 17	Glock spring question? I read that the initial Glock Gen4 springs were too soft and stamped as #3 on the end of the guide rod. Also I read that the new improved spring was stamped as #4 on the end of the guide rod... The second thing I read is that the new Gen 4 handle back straps were included in the case. Now I just bought a Glock 19 Gen4. The spring and guide rod is stamped 5539 not #4..Also across from that stamp is a (1)... I would assume that by this date that I have the corrected or upgraded spring by now. .However I do not like the fact that the case did not include any extra back straps in it.. And the back strap on the gun is molded in place and does not slide off...Whats up with all of that??? Please help with answers if you will...Thank You.

May 19, 2013, 11:24 PM	#2
Theohazard Senior Member Join Date: April 19, 2012 Location: Western PA Posts: 3,829	As far as I know, the Gen 4 guide rod and ejector issues were fixed well over a year ago. I don't know about the numbers on the guide rod, but all Gen 4s come with a medium backstrap and a large backstrap (and the most recent ones come with two more backstraps with beavertails). The small backstrap is a permanent part of the frame; if you want the grip to be the smallest of the three options just don't put any of the extra removable backstraps on it. So with no backstraps on it's small, then you can add either a medium or a large backstrap to give you three total sizes. If you got a new Gen 4 with no backstraps in the box, something is wrong. Is it possible you actually have a Gen 3? Gen 4s have "Gen 4" marked on the slide. Last edited by Theohazard; May 19, 2013 at 11:36 PM. Reason: Clarity

May 20, 2013, 12:48 PM	#6
jglsprings Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2009 Posts: 1,828	Gen 3 Model 19 is the top of the line as far as I'm concerned. The Gen 4s have the bugs worked out now, but I like the Gen 3 guns better because that is what I'm used to shooting. YMMV. If you were you looking for the Gen 4 back strap feature I can see how you would be disappointed. The new slides are marked __________________ Let's eat Grandma. Let's eat, Grandma. Commas save lives... Last edited by jglsprings; May 20, 2013 at 12:57 PM.

May 20, 2013, 12:34 AM	#3
Merad Senior Member Join Date: October 5, 2011 Posts: 350	The updated spring assembly should be marked 034 and the updated ejector is marked 30274. If there is a backstrap installed, you have to remove the rearmost pin from the frame before it will come off.

May 20, 2013, 12:48 AM	#4
mongo356 Member Join Date: September 7, 2011 Location: IL Posts: 88	I vote you have a Gen 3 as well.

May 20, 2013, 12:36 PM	#5
kc8prz Member Join Date: May 18, 2013 Posts: 17	"I see" said the blind man. DOH!...Yes it is a Gen 3. I just assumed that they would have been sold out by now...I now don't know if I like this revelation or not.

May 20, 2013, 12:53 PM	#8
Ben Dover Senior Member Join Date: April 11, 2013 Location: High up in the Rocky Moun Posts: 665	I have replaced the springs in my Glocks wirh 22 lb Wolf springs. I grew weary of chasing casings, Now, they fall beside my foot.