"Advantage Arms Glock .22" by Nutnfancy

An afternoon of shooting fun for me could be with my Glock and about 500 rounds on the plate rack. Cost is the problem. Unless you're a sponsored pro shooter or just ready to spend $100s on ammo, that won't happen a lot. But practice on the Glock is wise due to its specific ergos. A solution could be the Advantage Arms .22 LR Glock Conversion, tested here in TNP on Glock 17. We are impressed by it. Unlike other Glock conversions, this one actually works. Mostly. It still is a .22 and will experience jams here and there. Bulk ammo and low quality ammo is not rec'd and won't work well in these. But with high impulse ammo they will mostly work very well.
Credit a smart design: this slide is light and made of aluminum with only critical parts made from steel. This allows the underpowered .22LR to power it well. Installation, fieldstrip are a snap like any other Glock and the conversion only requires minor lubrication. Durability with its 416 SS barrel seems high. And the conversion has a upside: If you've done any frame or fire control work on your Glock, that will be part of your .22 Glock shooting experience as well. Adv Arms does warn against compatibility with 3.5 lb Ghost trigger connectors but our 3.5 lb units worked fine. Firepower on the Advangage Arms conversion is outstanding with 10, 15, and 25 round FACTORY options available. The Adv Arms mags are made from stiff composite and work well. Probably available elsewhere in the future after this video, you can purchase them now direct from Optics Planet, see links below.
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[@MariaMartinez-mm7cb]

This finally got my wifey into shooting. We have a glock 17 and she didn't like the recoil, therefore she only shot about half a mag and didn't want to shoot anymore and didn't shoot the nine again, just didn't want to practice and wanted to go home.I bought this kit and now she has about 1500 to 2000 rounds down range and loves shooting now. The last range trip she shot 3 mags of 9mm after a brick of 22 and I couldn't be happier. This was the ticket to getting my wife as excited as me to go to the range. And she actually did really good at 5 yrds, thanks to practice and teaching her trigger control w AA Kit. First Sunday ever my wife asks ME if I want to go to the range . ? H3ll yea!

[@kengalliher4822]

I got one of these used at my LGS today for $99 they had $209 on it and had marked it down this morning....I think I got an awesome deal!!

[@bradf192]

I bought this kit after watching this video and I gotta say Mr.Fancy's review is spot on.

[@livydman]

My experience was a little different. My first shots were a 350 round box of 40 Gr Federal AutoMatch. It was hard to get through a 10 rd. Mag w/o a stoppage--either failure to extract, failure to feed or straight-up stove pipes. It got better as I shot more. I took it home, left the slide locked back for 3 days and went back to the range. That time I shot CCI 40 Gr mini mags. No malfunctions--shot a couple of mags with leftover Feds and they fired without a hitch. Condensed--mine needed break-in, then it was fine.

[@ArmedVegan]

I used my department's Glock 23/19 conversion and it worked great. I was going to by a personal one for a Glock 17/22. I think I shot between 250-500 shots out of the one I used and it worked great. Thanks for sharing!

[@thombriggsccs]

Bought it for my 3rd gen G19. Flawless. Thanks for the great review!

[@viclow]

Love the video. My wife was watching the video over my shoulder from the other room, and gave me the approval to buy one without me asking. Thanks nutnfancy.

[@xxjon94xx]

Awesome review, Nutn. Agreed, that the AA conversion kit is amazing. I waited 11 months last year, but it was well worth it. Customer service is fantastic as well. Keep the vids coming!

[@Hill9x19]

Finally! I have known about these and have never seen a substantial review on it so I have been reluctant to get one. Thanks to you guys at TNP I just ordered one and I will thank you every time I am at the range saving all that money. Thank you!

[@BunkerBuddy98]

I hope Glock makes their own conversion kit!

[@drexotic]

I've been shooting my AA conversion for over a year. It's great for teaching and I use it to"warm up" before training. I've never had a jam (buy I did polish all the surfaces). Thanks for a great review. Keep spreading the word! Dr J

[@DUNCEATRON5000]

Back when ammo was $4.88 for 50 rounds at Walmart and 1,000 rds of 9mm was $89 at guns shows I would shoot MINIMUM of 300 rds a session. Nowadays, its a whole different story.

[@SlowPWNY]

thats why i reload. I know not everyone has the time for it but i can make 1000 rounds of full power 9mm for 120$ and 1000 of 223 for 180$

[@0bscura]

I remember that conversion from the previous video and all the trouble you had with it. Had soured me on the idea of conversions. I'm glad to see that there are good ones out there. Thanks!

[@MrGman9999]

I have had one of these advantage arms for over 10 years with 4 mags. It fits on my Glock model 22 and 35 frames, shoots the same on either (because in reality they are the same frame). Been shooting a lot with this. Introduced my wife when she was just my girlfriend to shooting with this and the original Glock laser on the frame. She loved it. These things are FREE. Simply by the money you save in ammo, it pays for itself fast. Great Video Nutn.

[@kspen1336]

Thanks Nutnfancy, I've been curious about this conversion for awhile, but was skeptical at its price point. I didn't know anyone with rounds down range, but now I can make this purchase with confidence. Thanks for all you do in the Project.

[@jgb559]

I was on Advantage Arms website this week and almost bought one for my Glock 26 but wasn't sure if I wanted the conversion for the Glock or a M&P22. I think I will go with the conversion now. Thanks Nutn, you are the best, keep up the great work it is greatly appreciated!

[@bradl45]

250 centerfire pistol rounds discharged in a single session,I'd bet it's been 7 years for me. 15 years ago, reloading for 38 super, 9mm or 45 cost less than $70 per thousand(I had the brass), even reloading now is Pricey. I've been on the fence, I just needed to see the Kit in action before I dropped the cash. I just ordered a Gen 3 kit before all the kits go backordered until next year :) Thanks for another GREAT Video, now to look for a couple 25 round mags.

[@dontcare187]

Just picked up one of this Kits today at the gunshow for 280. Going on my G22. Your review put me the edge, so I decided to pull the trigger on one after watching this video. Keep up the good work!

[@gordo608]

the Advantage Arms conversion is money well spent. I've had mine for a few years. tons of fun.

[@MrAtalon]

Been looking at these for while now. Glad to see the review and to hear about the T.S. issues. I was considering both. Now I know which one to go for. Going to enjoy doing some plinking even when I don't have a bill to put into ammo. Thanks Nutn'

[@nutnfancy]

Love your comments, skippy! --- Veri

[@busterbonesaw]

I finally got mine off of Gunbroker. Great accessory. To the people who keep asking "Why not a whole other gun?" Less to take to pack. I can now take my Glock 19, the .22lr conversion, Keltec sub-2000, and SBR AR (.223&22lr) all in the same bag. I bring 50 9mm 50 .223 and 1000 .22lr and I can shoot all day. As far as a BOB, I can fit the AA Conversion, Kel-Tec 2000, and Glock 19 all into a padded briefcase along with 100 rounds 9mm (33rdx2 17x2 mags) plus 250 rounds .22lr for backup/small game.

[@etrnlcoca]

I shoot outback and I am near new affluent neighborhood so I only shoot about 15-30 rounds sporadically throughout the month not to draw attention to myself. I'm cross-dominant, so I'm teaching myself to shoot with both eyes open, causing a wider spread pattern. I think this might help me practice more, w/ less cost. I'm liking this.....Thanks Nutn! Great info!

[@mattv2099]

You've pretty much sold me..... Good video.

[@blackjesus1026]

Love this review!!! I was just about to buy the walther P22 for $400. But i figure the muscle memory is a good enough reason to go this route... Awesome...

[@sammyscrap]

It's April 2015 and I think it is safe to say this would not be a good buy at the moment...Cabela's has mountains of 9mm and zero .22 LR of course. But one day hopefully .22 will be back in stock so let's look at the numbers: ~$125 / 500 rds 9mm - ~$40 / 500 rds .22. That's $85 difference (ballpark figures, YMMV) per 500 or $0.17 per shot. That's ~ 1750 rounds you have to shoot to break even on your purchase. Keep in mind it's not full power so you won't be training follow up shots compared to 9mm. That's a lot of shooting to break even but I still think it might be worth it. Even 9mm is tiresome to shoot after awhile, but .22 can be shot all day and will certainly train your accuracy.

[@MariaMartinez-mm7cb]

My kit is broken in now and shoots golden bullets from Wally World pretty we'll. they do get em a few time a week, just gotta get up early. 500 rd box cost about 25 bucks

[@dinuguan510]

+Tosh Outdoors I taught my 16 yr old daughter how to shoot with an AA kit on my Glock 23. Within 3 or 4 mags she was hitting 3 inch 10-rd groups at 20 feet. Never heard of a new shooter at any age doing that with 9mm. So yeah, it was a good buy. When the time comes, I have no doubt that this kit fast-tracked her to have the confidence she needs to move up to .40 cal.

[@mattn5160]

I've had one of these for my G34 for at least 2-3 years now and it works flawlessly as long as you keep it clean (including firing pin mechanism). Remington Golden Bullets and CCI MiniMags both work great for practice purposes (

[@Not_Sure_81]

Last time I had a 250 round range day? Last Sunday and at least twice a month. Yes 40 cal ammo isn't cheap but for me it's worth it. Nothing better on my days off than a day at the range with my shooting buddies. I've heard Ppl complain about glocks but for me it was love at first full mag. My g22 is my favorite gun and since my friends 1st fired it, 3 of them bought their own. 2000 rounds later and not 1 problem. It will not fail. I trust my life with it. Glock4evr

[@HogRider357]

I had exactly this kit for my 22 and 31. Sold it after month of frustrating attempts trying to get it to run somwhat reliably. I don't think I was able to run a single mag without a failure to feed. Ended up spending 100 dollars on top of it, bought a M&P 22 and never looked back. I also have the .22 kit for the full size SIG and it runs perfect, no matter what ammo.

[@whiskeypapa8842]

I was on the fence 'til I saw this review. Just ordered one, thanks bro.

[@ConcealedCourier]

@1:45 March 2012. Had the range all to myself. RO tells me normal rules not enforced. Hastily made a makeshift t-dub course; sent well over 300 downrange. Put most of ammo on credit. No regret. Haven't shot like that since the gunfight. VERY telling of where I am right now.

[@gdog48001]

This is so perfect for what i want. Just turned 21 and have been keeping an eye out for a good sidearm. THANKS DUDEMAN!

[@bapfreak]

Looks like a quality 22LR conversion kit. It probably will dominate the Glock 22LR conversion market unless Glock actually comes out with one.

[@1987rx7guy]

Love the higher cap mags

[@JBerryMO]

If it's not been covered the "LE Version" DOES mean something. It means it takes any standard Glock sights, while the "Target Version" does not have the standard interchangeable sight ability.

[@bigdogroc]

I felt a little proud when u said glock and sig. When i was a gun newbie my first two where the sig 229 .40 & glock 29

[@EquiptheDetonator]

Out of a 525-round bulk Federal pack, I only got about 7 jams and that was when I first got the pistol. All feeding issues, but like yours, nutn, they were infrequent. I'm happy to report that the 25-round mag works in my G26/27/33 Gen4 conversion kit, even if they specifically say it isn't recommended for subcompacts. Well, neither is the bulk ammo, but even with those things against me, still, only 7 malfunctions out of 525 and those were towards the latter end of the 525.

[@aw8865]

Hey nutnfancy I own a glock 23 and every time I go shoot I do shoot 250+ rounds since I don't get out to shoot as much as I would like I make up for it when I do go! It's a trade off though I don't shot all that frequently, but soon I will be able to go shoot more often!

[@LARPeratorsAnonymous]

im lucky enough latley to fire about 250 rounds twice a month through my 19. took my gf to the range last week and she was blown away by my groups. ya the ammo bill sucks but at this moment in my life being 23 I can afford it :)

[@jibberingjon]

I think I was, if I remember right, your two hundred and thirty third subscriber. I remember that because when I subscribed I wondered why it was so low. You had put up a few videos of you hiking I believe and a couple knife and gun reviews. There was also a video of you saying you would show us how to train our dogs which I'm still waiting for whenever you get the time or ability. (I know your dog isn't in the best shape anymore) 5 years is a long time, and I hope for a lot more.

[@timboogeyman]

This video was just what I was looking for. The lady friend had previous shot my G19 this summer and was turned off and lacked confidence because of recoil....was planning on shelling out $375 for an SR22 or Buckmaster but this may be the perfect solution. Thanks for sharing

[@dtru11]

Stoked!!! They're located not far away from me!!! And it looks like the same kit will fit our G22 & G17. Can't wait to get my boys on our Glocks!!!

[@ptriq]

Its funny this kit comes from california........gosh i hate being a firearm owner here

[@drpurgatory]

I love TNP, I have the up most respect for you, your videos, and your philosophies. I will be a TNP'er for life.

[@drmaudio]

Anything that makes training and plinking cheaper is a very good thing.

[@TIRESIDE]

yes, nutn is left eye dominate and right handed.

[@4Ugrunt]

Nutn has no teleprompter! There ought to be a verbal flub counter for Nutn, Lol!

[@bezzy2020fb]

honestly I don't buy a gun with out watching your reviews first haha love my glocks (17,26,22,20)

[@1337cario]

This is really awesome. I looked up the company and they seem to be working on a 1911 .22LR conversion to compete with Kimber as well. I guess i'm lucky, I have my Walther P22 for plinking already though. Love the videos, keep 'em coming for the next 5 years!

[@cripps78]

I'm proud to say I've been watching since late November 2008. Keep it up Nutn.

[@UBCSWraith]

How did this video not pop up in my news feed!? Great videos as always nutn, keep them coming! I've been a subscriber since your AR15 vs AK47 video when I was in the market for a modernized sporting rifle. You can always count on my views.

[@NoChance1909]

Had the same idea about a Bob. Pair it with a cmmg conversion for your ar and now you've got two guns that can use the lightweight .22lr. get your squirrels with .22 then swap your slide/bolt and mag for a self defense gun.

[@wadeyearsago]

Nice point with the bug out bag .22 round load. I try to hit the range a couple of times a month. I don't have all day so I'll do 50 100 50. That's rounds of .22's, then 9's or 357mag (Smith 686 - nice!) and finish up with .22's. I use a MK111 for the small guys. Fifty five bucks for the 9's and much much less for the .22's. I don't go broke and keep my hand in..my 2 cents.

[@chewychoui]

For a second I thought the insert said "oil these three suckers" instead of surfaces xD

[@cadet1037]

I have been on the fence for either a lone wolf 9mm conversion for my g35 or a 22 converion kit. After watching this review I bought the advantage arms kit. Thanks and keep up the good work

[@jamestollett]

Be sure to clean them after each range trip if you are using bulk lead nosed rounds. The lead build up in the barrel will be a pain to get out!

[@longdoydoy]

The prices you found are just about right in the US. Our Walmart stores carry the Remington UMC 250 round value pack (115gr 9mm FMJ) for just over $59 USD, after sales tax it's about under 26 cents a round. Like nutn said, you can only practice trigger control with a .22, to get good with your G17 recoil wise, you still need to put enough time with the 9mm.

[@slickdog2100]

Please never stop doing this nutn! Watching MNF on mute and listening to your vids

[@singingsword7]

Nice looking option. I have been shooting 4-5 magazines every week or two but eying a Ruger 10-45. This has me thinking. Thanks for another review that I can share with my buddies.

[@retsukaio130]

Damn you nutnfancy now I want one now and now Im going to get one for myself for Christmas.

[@Legend490]

Nutnfancy drinking for this video: says "its a .22" down a shot Says "the frame" down another shot References Tnp'rs "half a pint"

[@rsMorpheus]

"We Are Not Expecting To Have Any Kits In Stock Anytime In The Near Future."-Straight off the site...awesome...

[@iyn1911]

Just got my gen 4 conversion. Very reliable. I wish the front sight was thinner.

[@mrr0b]

I was about to pull the trigger on an XDM, but after seeing this I think I may go w a G19 so i can have a one gun setup w 9 and the .22 option at my whim...Thanks Again!

[@THSurvivalGear]

Awesome video.... you know what weapon people really have come to underestimate and neglect these days??? The knife, it is EXTREMELY important to be just as proficient with this and also understanding the principals of "Weapons of Opportunity".... More often than not, when youre in a situation that warrants self defense/deadly force, its in close contact. One mind, any weapon... Semper Fi!

[@rolex87]

I ordered mine a couple of weeks ago and just got it in. I hope to go out soon and try it out! Your vids are also great, long time watcher!

[@Bcfc4evr1]

In Canada the kits cost a fortune if you can even find them, I wanted a conversion kit for my g22. I just purchased the m&p .22 and am waiting to take it to the range, hopefully it's as good as some of the reviews I've read.

[@xboxblows]

I have never put more than 100 rounds at one time through my 23, but have put 750 in one sitting through my M&P 22.

[@PeterPetrakis]

There's not much of a spread for 9mm handloads vs say AL Blazer which can be had around here for $10. Average reloading costs are about $8/50, sure they're full power and more accurate; you don't reload 9mm because it's cheap. Now 40/45/10mm, that's where handloading really shines as the price is basically the same no matter what caliber you load. Once you have a full progressive w/powder cop and automated case prep/clean, it becomes more palatable to do high volume reloading.

[@excxflyr]

Thanks for the heads up on the new NORMAL capacity mags. Love my Gen 3 kit.

[@snoopycomputer]

My G26 kit has run very well with bulk Remington Golden bullets. Love it, it is a constant fixture in my range kit. Mine seems to prefer running kinda wet. Keep it clean and you'll wear holes in your Mechanix gloves reloading mags all day!

[@lwstruyk]

I am still getting an M&P 22, but I have to agree. After seeing this I am thing about one of these for my Gen 4 G22

[@EzequielTD]

I just ran a brick of remington golden bullet and it ran 99% best item that I bought for my Glock

[@phillycheesekid]

I'm likin' that coyote brown w/ black grips on the Glock gen 3 your showing.

[@adhurst]

Thanks for the review. I had no idea this was in the tnp review pipeline. I almost suggested it in comments but figured you had enough on your plate. Thanks again

[@anichd8000]

Thanks for putting out all these quality videos. You have shared a lot of information with the community and it is appreciated. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@DAVIDWTCS]

From thir website: COMPATIBILITY OF OUR GLOCK CONVERSION KITS Our Glock Conversion Kits are made to work on FACTORY STOCK Glock frames. Note: Aftermarket parts such as trigger bars and connectors, especially the Ghost Connector, can adversely affect the function and reliability of your conversion kit.

[@nutnfancy]

He is! -- Veri

[@gs2110]

Have been trying to purchase one (G 19/23) for 3 years now. All out of stock - on several standby lists waiting for in-stock notification. Meanwhile, have stocked up on couple thousand mini-mags plus extra mags. Waiting patiently.

[@LTGOneill]

last time, I sent that much ammo downrange in a single session.. I think it was 5 weeks ago, 600 rds, 9 hour tactical class... but I did have a lunch break... smile, repeat every 6 months..

[@stevesmith-ji6px]

my wife would kill me if i got another handgun but my father is always wanting to go shooting so next time i talk to him im gona talk him into geting a glock n conv. kit!!thats my way to get a new gun!!we love to shoot no matter what.

[@squee116]

This may finally convince me into getting the Glock 17 I always wanted.

[@normrubio]

And yes, a .22 can be a defensive carry. The volume of lead and the accuracy you can toss rapidly is awesome. 5to the head in a split sec.

[@AllenJWard]

Great vid dude. It's because of you I chose a Glock and have loved it ever since

[@TheRatboy09]

previously in THIS video he said that sig and glock are two of his favs for handguns. and they share alot of characterisitcs. the reason why it probably will take longer is because nutnfancy trditionally doesnt like 1911s a ton because of weight. it has also been my understanding it takes longer for him to do a video on a gun he doesnt really like all tht much.

[@ruger338magnum]

Glad you mentioned the SR9. I love mine.

[@dabestvidman]

Absolutely, at my house we reload .45, 9mm, and .38. We shoot Bullseye, and we need the half loads not the full loads. The guns are more finicky and some basic ammo is too much for one handed lengthly shooting.

[@TheWitnesserer]

Call me crazy, but, in answering your question, the last time I took my Glock 17 to the range was last weekend and I threw 350 lead balls downrange with it in a single hour. S'why I hate going to the range alone. I shoot 10x more when I'm alone because I'm not babysitting everyone. Wait, what? Anyway, lol, I'm really trying to get better with the stock 17 trigger. I'm getting too used to the 34's pull and it's not my combat gun, the 17 is. Might go with a new trigger.

[@AirForceAce3571]

you have to buy the threaded barrel separately and there is a difference btwn 3rd and 4th gen. You can't interchange them, so if you buy one make sure you match it correctly to whatever Gen you have. Hope that helps.

[@Irishrebel092]

why didn't they utilize the whole mag length to fill with .22? why only 10? I would think you'd be able to fit 20 in the standard length mag alone.

[@bb996]

All hyped, went to the website.......what a bummer. Not Nutn's fault. Gun related companies need to get it together.

[@mtshores1]

Great review Nutn. Good job making me want something else. Looks like a great way to get a .22 as well as getting practice with your glock. keep up the awesome reviews

[@toons5233]

hey thing that cuts down the ammo cost and let me shoot more im happy ty for reviewing it

[@ClintDaniel009]

A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks. Thomas Jefferson

[@AKarnold1010]

wow 280?? Love the review and want this conversion but damn thats expensive

[@acm1288]

They would have to change other feature on the glock in order to recieve the points needed to import. Which sucks, I would be interested in a 22lr Glock as well.

[@wit2008]

May not apply to a .22, but they may not bother because they wouldn't be able to get it imported because of the ATF. They make two .380 glocks but they don't get enough points for importation. 22LR may fall into the same fate.

[@OfficerPaterFamilias]

someone turned me on to this kit about a year ago. I was hoping you would do a review on it. Thanks brotha!

[@Praetorian556]

I wish Glock would come out with a "3 pistol set" A Full size Glock 17 in 9mm, 26 for Everyday carry, and throw in this kit for a $1000-$1100. people under estimate how much a .22 kit can help your training out without breaking you.

[@ae58hpa]

once a week 70 bucks, this is also including range time' allows me to shoot 250 rounds of 9mm. every Friday I have a blast with my glock