How To Grip Your Glock 26 & 43 Better!

[@glockstore]

Do you still carry a Glock 26 or 43?? Let me Know! 👇🏼

[@reesyman8354]

I still carry a Gen 4 Glock 26

[@christianricci140]

My 26 gen5 Is always ready to R'n'R dude🤟🏻

[@williamdenton5494]

Still carry both the 26 & 43. Lot of training & familiarity with those. I have a 43X now, & another micro, but they'll alway be in the rotation.

[@dannyboom25]

26 Gen 5

[@hughjanus8872]

26 Gen 5… I’m just not a fan of the new micro compacts

[@the_unapologetic_patriot]

I use these with my G27. That used to be the gun I most regretted buying. After I found the x grips, now I actually love it. On my G42 and G43, I use the Strike Industries +2 base plates.

[@moshedayan9049]

Love the x-grip with my Gen3 26. I bought both reg and gen5 so I can run any g19 magazines. Great product

[@Dripphunnaslime]

So the gen 5 is for gen 5 mags not gen 5 26? Idk why I’m so confused lmao

[@Hogheadsforbreakfast]

I've been using X-grips on a G26 with G19 mags for 12 years, today when I went to the range, one of the first X-grips that I ever purchased actually split down one side.. I would say that 12 years is an awesome life cycle for this product!!! I ordered 2 more when I got home.

[@Pioneergaming12]

Random question for you. I just bought a Glock 26 and 2 19 mags with Xgrips as I was shooting them they didn’t feel that stable on the mag did you find anyway to make them feel more stable?

[@Mike-ox1bu]

@@Pioneergaming12 I hear people are going to Home Depot and buying an O-Ring to fit between the X-Grip and Magazine. There are videos on KZbin about this.

[@Pioneergaming12]

@@Mike-ox1bu I will try it and update this comment thread when I do. Hopefully it works. It’s not a huge thing but the less going on when I’m trying to shoot the better

[@Mike-ox1bu]

@@Pioneergaming12 Good Luck!

[@Sides1160]

I carry both. The 43 is more of my summer gun. The 26 is my winter gun. The beauty of both guns is how easy they conceal. I carry bigger mags as backup.

[@efreutel]

Bigger back-up mags: an excellent idea- had never thought of that. Thank you. 🤠🤠😊

[@ShawnShipstad]

I think that is the way most of us do it. I reserve the larger mah with the X-grip as a back up. Thank God I have never needed to use the first mag. I want it to stay that way.

[@oklahomahank2378]

For me, 10 round 26 mag with Pearce grip. Back up mag is a 19 mag with one of these.

[@CA2ATrucker]

Been using them with my Gen 3 G27 and G23 mags all along. Perfect for EDC! Thanks Lenny, stay safe God Bless ✌️🇺🇲

[@lukesherrill7937]

kp9

[@jessebarnett4205]

Step one for better grip on compacts have lady hands

[@kwscotch]

Have these for my G30 using G21 mags. And they make a huge difference. Have some G30 mags without as true emergent back-ups. The XGrips make a huge difference in accuracy and comfort even in just handling the gun!

[@funandgames7847]

I've been using them with my 43 for a few years now I really like a simple solution for a simple problem.

[@BlueRidgeCritter]

I almost exclusively carry a 43x as my daily driver now, but I still carry the 26 sometimes. I have always had Xgrip'ped G19 or G17 mags as my backup mags with it. I usually don't "carry" the 26 with them, though - it's harder to conceal (for me), and when I feel the need to carry that combination, I usually just switch to my G19. The 26's greatest strength is the short grip, IMO, with the ability (eg spare mag) to shoot the higher cap mags.

[@douglasphillips24]

I don't carry 27 with extension either but flush 9 Rd mag & stick 13 Rd in pocket.

[@itsbeyxnd]

People say you talk too much but that’s cuz they just aren’t detailed oriented. Keep doing your thing

[@stevebracewell9675]

Bought a model 26 gen3,about 4weeks ago, and after 200rounds,have no trouble shooting mine with the 10round mag,

[@krodriguez1641]

Man I can’t wait to visit the glockstore and meet Lenny in person. 👍🏽

[@johnroper3077]

I put Pearce Grip PG-26 Magazine Grip Extentions on my Gen 4 Glock 26 mags. Then I saw these. I see em' as an option, but I like practicing fast reloads. Nice option, though. Semper Fi.

[@glocksNgrippers]

That is the only drawback with the xgrips is reloads are slower. Mag doesnt drop freely.

[@abelfierro5821]

Just tried/tested one on my G26 and I’m going to purchase another one. I love it!!! I’ll also going to purchase two extra G19 magazines for them.

[@taraschutt6687]

I just bought an X grip from your Nashville store today and had them to put tragicon HD sights on my glock 26

[@siavashmassoudi]

Bought a Glock 26 recently and I love it so much

[@TennesseeAdventurer]

I purchased the G19 mag and X grip to fit my G26. It works phenomenal! I wish I had not put baseplates on my oem mags to begin with. I will only be adding x grips to other Glock mags from here on out. Works perfect 👌

[@apologist3574]

This is a great item but makes the grip for G26 the same length as a G19. I found that your product, the Heavy Extended Aluminum Magazine Base Plate, gives room for the pinky while keeping the grip short enough to easily conceal. These base plates are really nice, though a little pricey. I enjoy your videos.

[@ELMACHETERO.40]

i been using the Xgrip for years on my G27 with G23 mags feels great and good concealment

[@Cleatusfrommybasement]

I have the vickers tactical +2 mag extension for my 43

[@taffbanjo]

Too much reliance on the pinkie doesn't work for Hickok45 - nor for me. Try Gee-Plates on the G26 10 round mags and let the pinkie drift under the floor plate - rock solid!

[@kypatriot7037]

I would love to add a Glock 26 to my collection but the flush fit magazine always pinches my pinkie and ring finger due to recoil. Do you think a Glock 19 magazine with the X-grip would remedy that? Thank you!

[@alpinestar1123]

G26 gen4 love the x grip. I run all three mags. The g17 mags with the x grip feels like I'm holding a gas nozzle lol

[@MatteBlk300C5.7]

Which x grip did u get for the g17 15 rd ? I just ordered a g17 15 rd gen 4 mag. And I want to buy an x grip. But there is 2 sizes. Idk which one I need ?

[@alpinestar1123]

@@MatteBlk300C5.7 I don't think you can get a x grip for a Glock 17. Since it's a full size. My Glock 26 has a 17 round mag plus three so that's the only reason why I was able to use the x grip. Now if you did a 30 round mag lol you might be able to get something on there

[@jerseyb]

Have a 43 but I'm old school and prefer higher capacity and comfort of my Gen 4 G26 and always keep a G19 mag as backup.

[@CEOB2P]

I have both and carry both 43 in the summer and 26 in winter😊

[@bladeboysfv5646]

PACHYMAR(aka Lyman) Also makes Grip Adapters that are only ones Ive found comparable to X-GRIP brand from quality standpoint!

[@glocksNgrippers]

I may have to check those out. How are they when you release the mag? Sometimes the xgrip doesnt drop and i have to use my support hand to take it out, drop it, and reload. When time is of the essence it can be problematic. Does the brand you mention have the same issue when dropping and empty mag? Like it sticks to your hand?

[@rwally192]

These also help the feeding. If you put a 19/17 mag in a 26 and really grip tight you can cause nose dives during cycling without the xgrip(there's other sleeves... But they suck)

[@JoeNation94]

I still carry a G26 gotta get thee combo, I just have pierce grip pinky extensions

[@Tadicuslegion78]

I had bought an XD9 subcompact over the Glock 26 because the XD9 came with factory mags set up like the Xgrip (trade off being you can't take the thing off) however now that I know about these, I may have to buy a couple for my Glock 23 Gen 5 to run some Glock 22 mags

[@rogercrouch5866]

I love my x-grip with 19 mag on 26 .

[@lornenoland8098]

The short grip of the 43 is better for concealment. I’d see having the flush mag for carry, with the ETS 9rd mag in you pocket for backup

[@Gieszkanne]

Magguts has a +2 system. A +1 follower and a +1 baseplate that is just slightly thicker than the regular. Than you have 8+1 with almost the same height as the normal 6+1 mag.

[@DavidA20200]

I carry my Glock 43 sparingly now because I upgraded to the 43X MOS with 15 shield arms magazines and a Holosun 507k green. I must admit, though the 43 still has its place, just not terribly often if conceal ability is the number one concern, then sure. It’s just really hard only getting 6+1 capacity. Shame on Glock for not increasing the capacity.

[@Gieszkanne]

So now you have what you want with your 43x Shield mag, what are you complaining about? That the 43 is not a 43x? How stupid is this?

[@randallflores-qr8cs]

@@Gieszkanne Finally, someone else who gets it. Bigger, more capacity adds more size and weight. In the summer I carry my 43 in a pocket holster, when wearing shorts. For years, back in my law enforcement days, a 5 round snub nose revolver was standard off duty carry. Then again........back then guys actually knew how to shoot lol. Nowadays in their shooter scenario fantasy, it's spray and pray, while trying not to spill the soy latte.

[@Gieszkanne]

@@randallflores-qr8cs Its also the LEOs. They dont do pray and spray (sometimes even them) but I observed a lot of mag dumps when I see bodycam videos. As long you dont live in a high crime area or ghetto its unnecessary. NutnFancy once reported a story in one of his videos where a female off duty cop where at a hairdresser when 3 robbers came in. She only had a 5 shot snubby and killed two and wounded one. So its possible. With the +2 Magguts, which is almost flush fit you have 9 shots!

[@hblegal8309]

After all these years Lenny my friend; you are still armed and dangerous with your arms! Keep lifting. :)

[@zackbenedict9142]

Had a G43 it was a solid carry gun, upgraded to the 43x and never looked back.

[@rogercrouch5866]

The one thing I would like from Glock is a better undercut on trigger guard !

[@glocksNgrippers]

They feel a little better with my gen 5 glock45 and glock34 but my gen 3s&4s need an undercut for sure but i am too afraid to try it myself.

[@matthewhartup941]

43x fde is in my rotation, and I really like it perfect size for CC. Wife carries a 43.

[@JustSumGuy01]

I carry a G48 and that accomplishes what you're trying to do with the G43 with the X grip and ets mag. Or even the G43X. If you bought the G43 for the purpose of being a micro carry, then you carry it the way it is intended. Trying to change it's design purpose by making it larger, then get a larger gun

[@JustSumGuy01]

@@MuffinRaider they aren't even that far apart in prices

[@dlexx2186]

I have the 43, also have sn XGrip with an ets mag. Just wish you guys offered oem extended magazines for the 43. I understand they are meant for maximum concealment but even an 8 rounder would be sufficient

[@noidbusta1]

just dropped the 26 for the 43x, even with the after market extended mags, its still just too fat for short fingers, loving the 43x

[@kev-entor]

why not just get a plus 2 grip extension like strike industries makes so u atleast get more rounds in the same footprint

[@lagoonlane]

I have these on a G30 but skin on my right ring finger tends to get pinched when shooting.

[@glocksNgrippers]

Get some #39 o-rings from ace hardware put it on the mag under the xgrip to keep the xgrip from sliding down and having a gap it works and feels great.

[@lagoonlane]

@Ted P thanks for the tip ! I'll try it !

[@glocksNgrippers]

@@lagoonlane take your mag to the hardware store and see if you can double check the O-ring on your mag. I just got more #39 o-rings sent to me today and now these are too big for the mag so i dont know if they sent me the wrong ones or not but wanted you to be aware of that.

[@istartedajoke1704]

If you focus on gripping the xgrip hard than you will move the mag while firing and cause malfuntions..I have a xgrip 17 on my glock 26 but the best thing to do is focus as if you only had the flush mag in.than you will have no problems

[@jeffadams9807]

Do They Have XGRIPS For The G43x MOS ???

[@lain4231]

I've had problems with the xgrip interfering with the mag seating properly. After a few days at the range there were enough issues for me to not feel confident with this on my carry pistol.

[@ldope3904]

Even though I'm not too fond of Glock these days, don't be gentle with the gun, she like it rough. Always give the mags a firm smack in the bottom, it's just automatic with any mag on any gun now. Never had an issue with Glock mags sitting properly with or without Xgrips

[@lain4231]

​@@ldope3904 I'm definitely not gentle. I found almost all QOL features to hinder a glocks performance. The Xgrip has a tendency to Ride up the grip causing a multitude of problems. Though they are rare, they still pose an additional challenge. I put about 300-500 rounds down range a week. I I would be willing to try them again if I still carried a compact, but that's not the case anymore.

[@JustSumGuy01]

I sometimes carry a G19 and my spare mag is a G17 mag with the +2 extension. I don't use the X-grip for the sole reason of pinching my hand. Even though a G19 pretty much gives me a full grip in my hand, I have on occasion felt a bit of an overflow on the bottom a bit and since the X grip is meant to fill in the space, it can pinch me if I am not thinking about it. For a G26, you can practice with sticking a longer mag and work with the less than optimal grip because you already are most likely carrying the G26 with a pinky extension on it. I don't understand people who carry their G26 with the grip extension mag. It defeats the purpose of the design, a small compact gun that is concealable. Adding extra length on the grip takes away the purpose and at the point, you should get a larger gun if you plan on carrying it like that

[@glocksNgrippers]

I carried a g19 and had no problem concealing the handle it was the slide that was the problem so i prefer g26 with the xgrips

[@scottcalvert2537]

@@glocksNgrippers I agree, love my 26 with xgrips.

[@glocksNgrippers]

@@scottcalvert2537 Absolutely! Something about the "hump" on the g26 frame along with the xgrips on a g19 mag make the g26 just feel right in the hand and also helps make the g26 shoot even smoother and more accurate to me than my g19.

[@rappernikmak]

​@@glocksNgrippersIsn't the 26 with xgrips roughly the same size as the 19 when concealing?

[@glocksNgrippers]

@@rappernikmak the handle is about roughly the same size as the g19, the slide is slightly shorter which is what i really liked. I carry appendix so the slide length of the 26 feels better than the G19 when i would be driving and the handle/grip would still conceal pretty well. Since i wrote this comment, i've pretty much only carried a G19 or G45 and the G26 is more of a nightstand pistol at this point.

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey Lenny like that X Grip for the 26 with Gen 5 mags along with the holster shown. What’s the package deal ? Thank you

[@victormaxwell5947]

I still carry the 43 with the two round extension occasionally I carry the 26 or no offense the sig 365 XL

[@ianbuick8946]

6:45 "It has NINE rounds which should be PLENTY in a self-defense situation". You guys hear this right?

[@codyjenn8785]

Thank you for the awesome video I like the glock 26 and the glock 43 I own an all black glock 43x with rubber texture talon grips and ameriglo Spartan night sights I love it

[@RobnPhx1]

Still carrying the 26 with the XGrip on a 15 round mag. Makes shooting so much easier.

[@PoubelleKansas]

Great video. What is the fit of the X-Grip like when you use it on a 26 Gen 4 with an 18-round mag by ProMag. Will the Grip fit properly or will there be a slight gap between the top of the grip and the body of the gun?

[@Theoneguythatdoes]

26 gen 5, how it comes from the box. G19 backup, fits fine as is

[@ham5483]

Do you offer grip reductions to remove the glock hump? If so can you do a video?

[@bradolsen8629]

Lenny, do you know of any plans if Glock is going to build a new generation Glock 40 please answer

[@jeffmell6897]

A great demonstration for the "Grip."

[@Panda-cw4ju]

Does Glock make a +2-3 mag without having to make one from a kit or is there an alternative

[@D-A-1776]

I have a 26 and 43 love both but like the 26 better

[@glocksNgrippers]

For the love of God Lenny can we see a gen 5 g26x? I love my gen 4 with xgrips but reloads are harder with the xgrips.

[@christina5588]

I did this with my 42 and the mag doesn't fit right I have to push harder to get it to seat. I'm looking for a better options, I'm going to try and sand the sleeve down a bit.

[@jeffadams9807]

I Have 3 Xgrip's For My G26 Gen 5, G19 Mag's...

[@SDClassicCarCenter]

Nice! Love the extension for the Glock 43!

[@hid3nax]

Do you have any partners/retailers in Europe who sell products from Glockstore? I'm very interested in Tungsten Guide Rod for G19. Shipping from US is quite a big hassle due to the laws... If they'd be available in EU, that'd be half the hassle. Thanks

[@glocksNgrippers]

Lenny: "Next we're gonna pull the trigger in a safe direction" Cameraman: "Dear Lord please don't take me today"

[@DevonReclaimed]

A Glock 26X would be sweet I made my P80 subcompact into one with the Xgrip

[@shadowcastyt]

That’s essentially what a G19 is, the Glock 26 was essentially designed as a cut down 19… the only thing that I would say is the 26 is more of a “shrunk down” version than a “cut down” version as the slide on the 19 is about an inch longer

[@glocksNgrippers]

That is awesome! Perfect setup in my opinion.

[@michaelcrossman4386]

What about a MagPul magazine? Will they work?

[@bobbyb7127]

But when using the Xgrip on the G26 with the G19 mag the handle is too long. So what's the point?

[@carlitosur7949]

Hi sir, can we expect restock for the SS80 soon? Thx.

[@boasecuritytechnologies2153]

If you’re going to extend the grip that much on a G26 I think it just makes more sense to purchase a larger firearm; unless of course it’s a money issue.

[@barrydick4561]

Love the xgrip for my g30!

[@tyrannnn]

I CANNOT FIND THAT KYDEX HOLSTER FOR THE GLOCK 43X

[@Dripphunnaslime]

Do I buy the xgrip gen 5 version for gen 5 gun or gen 5 mag!?!? I have gen5 26 with gen3/4 mag

[@MaximumNewbage]

They should have made it attach to the bottom of the grip somehow rather than having it attach to the magazine. The way this is designed, you need a separate x-grip for each magazine. That's an additional cost of 16 dollars per magazine. How much is a glock mag? Like 22-30 bucks? That's between a 53% and 73% increase in cost per magazine if you get an x-grip for each one. That is pretty substantial. And that's while there's a holiday sale going? Jeez.

[@cometcal2]

Answer: G19

[@glocksNgrippers]

Yeah???

[@glocksNgrippers]

​@@cometcal2i have both but for whatever reason i love the grip of a g19 with the slide of the g26

[@Thats_Hedley]

1:54 Also u get a hiccup misfire which happens to most strike/fire. I have a G19/26 Gen 3 and I use the 19 mag in a 26 and it’s very serviceable.

[@wheeler71]

Good job 👍💪 carried glocks for lot of years 🔫⭐🇺🇸

[@AnthonyPuca]

Cheap defective parts sold with 30 day only return policy. Glockstore would not replace or return my defective spring for my Glock 43. Said it took me too long to test it. Good luck with their low quality accessories and parts. I expected more quality and support from them; especially on an $80 defective part.

[@eternal_ruler74]

Does the X-Grip pinch your hand while shooting?

[@glocksNgrippers]

Some people say it does but it has never been a issue for me but i am a smaller guy 5'8 so idk if it happens to bigger guys with bigger hands.

[@CurtEdwards]

Nice just ordered the X-grip 43 9 combo!

[@l32barney]

Nice idea with the grip on the 26 but I live in a state with 10 rd. Limit.

[@Gieszkanne]

The are baseplates with pinky extension that dont ad capacity.

[@shadowcastyt]

@@Gieszkanne you can also get 10rd Glock 19 mags

[@Gieszkanne]

@@shadowcastyt What is the point? He has a G26.

[@glocksNgrippers]

​@@Gieszkanneuh gee idk fuller grip maybe. Dur.

[@ironvoice5079]

The X-grip allows you to make your G26 the G19 that you should have purchased in the first place. Lol It is insane how people buy nano-micro guns just to add all kinds of aftermarket stuff that make sometimes that gun bigger than compact size guns.

[@glocksNgrippers]

Actually i prefer the g26's shorter slide over the g19 slide. I just wanted a g19 frame and capacity with a g26 slide. I don't know what it is but for me pistols like the g45/19x and the g26 with xgrips just seem more comfortable for me to shoot.

[@OhioGunRunner]

Can you use the x grip with a Glock 43x magazine.

[@ammooth1592]

Yes, I'll visit the Glock store soon 🤝

[@muaythai193]

Can you tell me the total unloaded weight of a glock 26 with glock 17 mag and x-grip? Thank you!

[@glocksNgrippers]

37

[@furyofbongos]

I wonder why they don't make ones that fit earlier generations? There are far more of them out there. Is it because they want you to buy Gen 5 magazines from them also?

[@stoneblue1795]

You sly devil, Lenny. Merry Christmas to you sir and all your crew and family. Thanks for all the Glock farkles.

[@darrinfry2251]

Does the 17 round mag fit the glock 26?

[@Sdukes001]

Never understood the G26 or G43. I got a magwell on my 19 and barely get my pinky on there and it catches in that magwell but am not a fan of the 26 or 43. A 48 maybe cause it’s single stack and a bigger grip.

[@Gieszkanne]

If you barely get your pinky on a G19 then you mast have very big hands.

[@Sdukes001]

@@Gieszkanne no necessarily a 17 fits better but for concealed a 19 is better I believe

[@glocksNgrippers]

You'd love the glock 45 then.

[@glenpaul3606]

On the Glock 26, the grip situation is easily and best solved by swapping out the mag baseplate with a Pearce PG-26 that perfectly accommodates your pinky and allows for a perfect grip.

[@efreutel]

Great idea! Many thanks.

[@BoyzinBlue911]

What is the round capacity for the Glock 19 mag you are demonstrating?

[@mikemitchell8533]

15

[@Dex000x]

How does this video help your grip on the 26? Having an extended mag in the 26 is defeating the purpose of having a small gun. Might as well buy a 19.

[@wallclock4648]

Got one for my g19 because the grip is too small for me. Was considering the g45 but I like options. I can’t saw off the grip of the g45

[@kawikadee9670]

I like the xgrip but it cracks after awhile.

[@MTMILITIAMAN7.62]

A better idea would have been to make a grip extension for the pistol so you didn't have to buy one for every magazine or worry about pinching your hand slamming the magazine home with urgency, thereby ending up with a bloodblister and an unseated magazine. Some of us having been waiting three decades for Glock to introduce compact large frame pistols, a Glock 19 in 10mm/.45. They'd rather introduce superfluous, frivolous, redundant 9mms than address the one glaring hole in their lineup, so we are stuck with subcompact 29/30, and two finger tea cup grip shooting Norma spec 10mm. If there was a grip extension that fit on the pistol, that would be a pragmatic solution. Putting something on every one of your magazines and still dealing with the short grip? Not so much. Swing and a miss.

[@grllaspeak]

Time for glock to make a 26x. G19 grip oh yeah with a picatinny rail. 🤔

[@Fart2Toots]

Doesn’t that defeat the purpose of concealing better/deeper than a 19 or 320? Making the height of the frame same as a 19

[@glocksNgrippers]

Depends on how you carry and what your preferences are. I carry appendix and i've carried a glock45 appendix style with little to no problem and during summer i carry my gen 4 g26 with g19mag and xgrip with zero problems. Personally i'm a fan of shorter slides and a bigger frame but that's just me.

[@rogercrouch5866]

Love the x-grip !

[@MatteBlk300C5.7]

I have a glock17 gen 5 15 rd. I need the x grip for g26. I’ve bought 1 already and it’s wrong, can someone tell me the one I need please ?

[@Dripphunnaslime]

Did you buy the gen 5 x grip or the regular? I’m having the same issue now trying to figure out which to get

[@justpray365]

This is why the good Lord let man make a 43x

[@BlueRidgeCritter]

That's true, but He also gave us the option to keep the 26 in our rotation with the ability to use our 19 and 17 mags, for those bigger battles we might be called to participate in, where we need to stealth of the short grip and slide, but to be able to transition upwards. 😊

[@justpray365]

@@BlueRidgeCritter All good points. Options are a good thing.

[@DrDiff952]

It's why Glocks first gun was the G17!

[@mikeprice8307]

Or a gen5 45

[@treefitty937]

U mean 26

[@MrJohnsl40]

Will that work on 28 Glock

[@tmkangas19]

It fits my mini!!😊