How to Improve the Stock Glock 19 Trigger!

The 3.5 lb Connector is one of Lenny Magill's most popular items! We've sold THOUSANDS of them! This video is to demonstrate the significant improvement the 3.5 lb Connector will give your Glock 19 Gen. 5 and shows you exactly how to install it.
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Video Contents:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Trigger Pull Basics
3:42 - Gen 5 Differences
5:13 - Gun Safety
6:27 - Stock Trigger Weight
8:37 - Disassembly
16:19 - 3.5 lb Connector Install
18:15 - Reassembly
22:57 - OIL!
23:58 - Testing the Connector
27:45 - Outro
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[@kendelvalle8299]

I've been a gun guy since I was a kid. I am 75 now... and I always learn something new from Lenny's videos. I also like his clear presentations and friendly attitude.

[@shawnshipstad2184]

Do not listen to everything he has to sell. You will find yourself in a heap of trouble if you messed with the stock trigger.They love to charge people with this stuff. It is bad enough if you have to use a gun in self defense. This guy would sell his mother for a nickle of profit.

[@jt6980]

​@@shawnshipstad2184 This is something I see opined on regularly, and your take is partially correct. The fact of the matter is, every aspect of your firearm, your demeanor, things you say, etc., will be used against you in a criminal case if you have to discharge your firearm at someone. They have even argued that someone carrying hollow points was tantamount to them having a mindset of intending to kill people aka just being a crazy murderer. With that being said, modifying your firearm is fine, but I urge you to only do mods that are meaningful and not just because they "look cool." You should always be as proficient as possible with your firearm and any modifications that you make.

[@JuggStreet]

@@shawnshipstad2184 idolizing the guy never made sense

[@philburdine2484]

@@shawnshipstad2184 There’s always that one. 🤦‍♂️

[@luiszh.3172]

He do the test pointing 12:00 (stock) and when he do it with the new, he point at 1:00 or 1:30... why you think he does that ?

[@TheMatthewLeiby]

You explain things so well in your tutorials. Thank you for your squared away presentations.

[@rantsandreviews]

All my Glocks get the same treatment. 3.5lb connector, Ranger proof shoe, and a deep polish on all metal to metal. The benefits of the polishing and the connector are obvious. The geometry of the Ranger Proof trigger shoe removes all of the slop/creep.

[@iluvbike]

of the Ranger Proof triggers which do you prefer? Thx.

[@rantsandreviews]

@@iluvbike I use both the Task force and strike force models. I haven't tried the hybrid yet. You will not be disappointed with any of them.

[@nascar3fan108]

New to glocks just bought my first g19 gen 3 month ago been shooting it a bit what would a good upgraded trigger and where to buy all that?

[@rantsandreviews]

@@nascar3fan108 Connector from the Glock store and the trigger shoe from Ranger proof.

[@danrice2723]

@@nascar3fan108 I have a G45 with a Pyramid trigger that is very nice. I also have a G19 Gen3 with a Apex trigger in it. I like Apex a lot too.

[@gamenightwithjamiibo]

I love watching Lenny’s videos. He is one person who can keep your attention the whole time. I can’t tell you how much I’ve improved watching your videos.

[@Hjerte_Verke]

Improved your measly 5 minute attention span? Don't worry, it is the world standard and probably why people are half as intelligent compared to 50 years ago...

[@TheLoneRanger745]

Lenny, your awesome Buddy great clear instructions. I ran my 43x and 45 in stock form for a year and they did get smoother over that year but still not as good as I was hoping for. So right after watching this video I ordered for both an eazy install 10 minutes, keeping all stock springs gave a 4.5 lbs. smooth shorter take up to wall , clean CRISP Brake , quicker to reset , altogether it's smoother easier pull to brake it does help with accuracy . At just $25 it was a great improvement. Thanks Lenny .

[@metro8974]

This guys is so calm and a expert at guns i like his easy teaching even though i already know all about trigger installation and every inch on all glocks

[@kennydennis9033]

Great video Lenny, very informative. Keep up the great work!

[@Lives.2.Ride.]

I cut my slide stop after watching this and I'm glad I did , much better. Thank Lenny!!🐐

[@antonyclarkson7546]

Well said and good advice. Thanks Lenny

[@supertruckertom]

Lenny needs to have a series of videos devoted to salesmanship. He has the knowledge. The love of the product shows. He also has the intangibles, presence and voice.

[@calhitmen]

One of the best salesmen I've come across.

[@30wrdy]

Is it weird I like the way he says his name?

[@willo7734]

Thanks. Really great instructional video and very good delivery.

[@chris8979]

I just received a glock gen 5 after finishing up my 4 day training with my gen 5 in Georgia (Awsome course Patriot trainingcenter, worth the traveling and money.) I've done some practice shooting over the yrs. Keeping up my skills after serving in Army. So I thought the shooting part of the class was going to be easy, but the trigger really trip me up. Lol I was going to sell it and buy a Glock 17 which I had owned before and liked the control I had. BUT, Now after watching your video it gave me the aha inlighten me💡 So grateful I came across your video! Definitely will be watching more of them. Thanks Lenny

[@coyotiess]

Great Video, you are very thorough on your videos.

[@ligabukidnon]

Good info! Thanks helps a lot!

[@jelmo1057]

Thanks for sharing Lenny, great video, well demonstrated. Nice to know this option is available if one chooses after the gun has had some break-in time.

[@QwikSilva7]

@TheGlockStore Great job as always Lenny! Headed to the Nashville location from West Virginia day after New Years to check it out!

[@nughtyer536]

awesome. Love the way Lenny explains this. Learned something new today

[@k.zekeswaringen2122]

Appreciate the information Lenny ! Your videos are very well done with clear instructions on the inner workings of the Glock.

[@ozzysgarage]

Just placed an order for my G19, cannot wait to install it!

[@Brett235]

People complain about Glock triggers but I don't see a problem with them. No matter what you do to the triggers they'll never be a 1911 trigger, never. So with that said I prefer the stock trigger and dry fire a lot, it gets me more capable of squeezing the trigger and keeping the muzzle on target. Practice makes perfect.

[@youtubeshypocrisy]

Wrong.

[@WayneOldham210]

@@youtubeshypocrisy it's his opinion...it can't be wrong.

[@youtubeshypocrisy]

@@WayneOldham210 there’s plenty of ways to upgrade a Glock trigger even to the point of where it can compete with a single action revolver

[@WayneOldham210]

@@youtubeshypocrisy he said "HE sees no problem with them." That would be his opinion and so it can't be wrong.

[@youtubeshypocrisy]

@@WayneOldham210 His opinion is ignorant

[@Hjerte_Verke]

If you want to keep your pins looking new, use a brass pin punch, or even better a plastic/polymer/nylon one -- provided your pins come out fairly easily.

[@Take-the-Ticket]

Hey Mr. Magill :) I just installed one for my G48. The bang switch IS noticeably lighter now. It made all of my parts rest differently and made reassembly difficult, usually the thing comes apart and together very easily. Overall the change was very worth the investment equal to the price of lunch.

[@GunBigotHater]

“We wanna keep our holes nice and tight!” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Gotta love Lenny’s how to videos! Thanks for making my day.😀

[@johnd4348]

Lenny is the greatest teacher ever. This is why he is so successful.

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

Master salesman

[@havenguitar]

So thankful for your knowledge, how u explain/present !! Your how to videos & your demeanor like it’s first time explaining ithe procedures again !! Amazing , learned a lot !!! Too 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@garyprichard9788]

Deputy Sheriff with a Parish Sheriff’s Office here in Louisiana. I always learn from You, Lenny ! Thank You Sir …

[@armyboi707]

Indeed. Awesome Vid brother.

[@danm8747]

One of the first and only glock mods I make is a 3.5lb connector. I like the ghost connectors

[@matthewhartup941]

I have gotten used to my stock Glock triggers. I polish and lubricate any metal on metal, and dry fire a good amount. For me that smooths out and lightens everything up, plus dry firing is good practice for steady trigger pull.

[@nfaisnfgay]

@@Blap552 😂 maybe don’t buy garbage

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

@@nfaisnfgay Let me guess. You’re a Sig guy. Sigs are great. You don’t even have to pull the trigger for them to fire! Makes it so much easier.

[@nfaisnfgay]

@@EyeForKnowledge. Nice assumption. You know what they say about assumptions? Also, I love modern fudd lore. Remember Glock Leg?

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

@@nfaisnfgay Glock leg. Sure. Any idiot with a pistol can negligent discharge. And shoot themselves in the leg. Glocks don’t fire unless you pull the trigger. Sigs however….

[@nfaisnfgay]

@@EyeForKnowledge. Say that again, but slowly. We’re literally experiencing Glock leg 2.0. Cops would say the exact same thing during Glock Leg. “It fired on it’s own!!!”

[@gregobrien6165]

A good way to describe reinserting the cruciform is “parallel park” it into place

[@scottp8475]

Did this on mine, great video and extremely easy to do, took 5 minutes

[@yogevbarshavit6]

Thank you for a great presentation Lenny. I ordered the double diamond connector. Just out of curiosity, how does the connector shortens the trigger distance? Also, when are you getting the flat pyramid trigger back in stock? This is my next purchase.

[@joegarrison2344]

Thanks for your videos. Miss you already in San Diego.

[@anthonyvine7256]

New G19 Gen3 owner here...very informative!!

[@kyfms6061]

Lenny is a great teacher.

[@jasonjwise]

Great video! thanks !

[@robertsalyers1351]

Very Nice information, thanks

[@ModernTacticalShooting]

Lenny you are old school cool, I've watched a lot of your old school VHS videos, yes cheesy by today's standards. But the information was solid.

[@billprice6248]

ALWAYS A GREAT VIDEO

[@Treasuremonk]

So glad KZbin allows you to speed up videos! 1.25 speed makes this watchable

[@Magneticitist]

Tweaking the parts yourself is the best approach. Polish hardly does anything unless you're just taking off burs or something that shouldn't be there. Starting with a P80 is maybe the best since sometimes the rear rails will sit a fraction higher than Glock. My sears have well over 50% engagement but feel like absolute butter because I tweaked that engagement. In reality something like 20% is going to work. Not recommended for a carry gun but it will work and have an incredible break. The sear is the key part to the tweaking of the break but everything else is stuff like getting the perfect bend on the connector. Little polish here and there can get rid of grit but not really reduce the pull. It's almost impossible for me to slowly ride through the break on a nicely tuned oem trigger whereas I can do that with almost any other striker fired pistol.

[@Jay-vc8vf]

Lean so much from your videos Lenny!💪💪

[@replicamodelsreviews5209]

Thank you awesome video!

[@jamesstanford8452]

You are the most interesting firearms teacher Ive ever seen.You make learning an absolute pleasure.Fun and entertaining.Great content too! Cant think of anyone else with your personality and style.No obscenity, no hate, just a real gentleman.Never change.

[@ytbenavraham9553]

I installed one on my Glock 17. The stock trigger was very long. Now before the criticism I shoot a lot. I train every weekend. I have a bull armory 1911 and I love that trigger. The trigger on the Glock was 6 lbs. I was on the range yesterday and I shot so so much better and confident.

[@davidponder1654]

I dont think anyone should be criticized for hating the glock triggers. Glocks are great baselines for an awesome price. But that trigger is mushy and much too heavy for a handgun

[@medicchester]

Great video.

[@fordmech7913]

Yeah I got the ghost edge one for my 43x feels better nothing crazy just feels better because it's less tension great for edc very predictable

[@ThePatriotParadox]

4.5/pound striker spring, reduced safety plunger spring and my trigger is already 3.5-3.75. I just ordered the D.D. 3.5 connector can't wait to see how light & accurate it is when I get it put in.

[@ricks7432]

It smooths it out nice.....still got a little travel though .....you will like it !

[@ThePatriotParadox]

@@ricks7432 I already took out all my pre travel with a set screw, I build trigger shoes off of Johnny glocks design.

[@pgithens1]

I love the thorough and careful explanations. Very helpful. I have to admit to a bit of a wry smile when discussing how that pesky ambidextrous slide release control could possibly be bothersome to a right hander. As a lefty, all I can say is Boo Hoo! LOL!

[@azcop2]

I just installed a Glock Performance Trigger on my G19X and the trigger is about 3.5 lbs. Vastly improved over the stock trigger.

[@dgilly716]

How much was that? Did u buy from the Glock Store? One more..did it improve your accuracy? Sorry for all the questions

[@versoarmamentcompany]

Great video

[@stevekulak9750]

Awesome Video

[@SF-wu2mp]

Safety first right on brother!

[@maverick9708]

Exactly, he has the mentality of someone who knows how scary and unexpected a true ND can be. Helped that he had one before lol

[@Jago__]

Best teacher on here no doubt🤌🏾

[@bulle7wi7urname]

I was never a Glock guy. But I’m left handed so went with a gen 5. Absolutely love the gun. Prob my favorite handgun.

[@wread1982]

Welcome to perfection

[@maxenra]

I improved my g19 trigger by over polishing it. Now I get two shots for the effort of one! Haha. Actually I need to replace those parts now because I got “trigger” happy with my dremel and polishing compound.

[@wpsinc61]

A Dremel can be dangerous! Think HumbleMarksman has a Gen 5 Glock 25 cent trigger job video - uses just an emery board and a q-tip with polishing compound. Did the trick for me.

[@vmanshooting]

I'm a huge fan of the double diamond connector! I have 2 of them. I highly recommend it if you don't plan to use an after market trigger

[@jeffadams9807]

How Much Are They, PRICE ???

[@vmanshooting]

@@jeffadams9807 they were 25-30 bucks when I bought it.

[@magicjordan9131]

I put the double diamond connector in my p80 glock 26 build because I accidentally snapped the original connector that came with the parts kit while building the gun. I took it to the gun range and my gun now shoots like a switch. Every time I pull the trigger it shoots out of control. With the original connector, it shot normal. Would you say there's something wrong with my gun or is that common for the double diamond connector to shoot so fast like that?

[@vmanshooting]

@@magicjordan9131 the double diamond works well in a stock glock. the p80 frames are probably a little different. are you using a stock glock trigger housing? I recommend to use all stock parts other than the connector and springs if you can. Another thing to check when that happens is to bend the connector to be the same angle as the stock glock connector. It should stick out a little bit, but not to the point of dragging on the frame. Until you figure it out, I would recommend to only load 2 bullets at a time!

[@magicjordan9131]

@@vmanshooting great solution and advice thanks homie😎👌. Im goin to see what happens when I buy factory glock parts and install them instead but I can say that I'm almost certain I bent the connector the right way because when I didn't bend it at all the gun wouldn't even fire( or sometimes it would fire 1 shot and then jam afterwards). So with a little trial and error I finally bent it enough to where it can be fired but Now it shoots WAYYYY to fast. Like as soon as I even think about touching the trigger it sends 2-3 shots down range (which looks bad ass but not ideal for accuracy and also not allowed at my local gun range). Someone also just told me its doing this because the double diamond connector is meant for competitive shooters to shoot faster and the competitive shooters are used to the speed or something like that which kinda makes sense but I'm not too sure how true that is. Im just goin to do what you suggested and call it a day thanks again

[@laskalives]

LOL when you move the finger of the weights on the trigger to different locations between tests to further exacerbate your product...

[@snoopywl8880]

Speaking of triggers I haven't been able to get a glock 20 trigger housing or bar for atleast a year now.

[@douglasphillips24]

The Glockstore connector does reduce the trigger weight significantly so I put my stock one back in.

[@napalmstickylikeglue]

It doesn't. It just makes it smoother and gives the impression that the trigger press is lighter.

[@user-qh8wn7em8i]

Very good training good morning

[@malikmobilesdecentphotocop2264]

Good job

[@showmetimefelix7500]

I continue to use the Glock factory applied Copper colored lubrication. I find Glock copper colored Bronze Oilite Anti-friction lubricant is the Best for the trigger friction points. I found 3 sources of Glock factory applied Copper colored lubrication on the internet. 10.0ml of lubricant will last a very long time. ❤

[@jonniemactyler7929]

You don't really need to lighten a Glock trigger. It comes with a good combat trigger. The gun my department makes me use is a Sig DAK, which is an improvement from the Sig DAO trigger we initially had (14lbs and about an inch of travel). After using those and getting accurate results, I love a standard Glock trigger. A glock trigger is plenty good for self defense. If you think you need a lighter trigger then you really need practice and training. Too many people trying to buy their way into being a better shot.

[@LostintheHate]

Yup. Fake gunheads

[@michaelsherfield3749]

My first guns had great triggers. My first was a mark xix desert eagle. That 3.5 lb trigger pull had me very spoiled. When I got that kel-tec p-11 as a backup I wasn't interested at all practicing with that 14lb trigger as my hand would be shaking by the time it finally broke. I agree glock had a great trigger I always thought it was lighter than 5.5 lbs mine was used and that trigger already broken in.

[@EJ257IHI]

This might be the solution to my Glock 19 because my shot placement is very inconsistent with it. (I have pretty small hands)

[@Ummegg]

just order one, I have smaller hands and this should help some on my pull.

[@george._sir._gemini.175]

When are you going to get the conversion barrels back in stock?

[@stephenfaulkner1448]

First. Super great walkthrough. I have a 43X. Dont see it listed in the description fitting the X. Do you carry it for the X?

[@4baggin]

On order :) Pyramid trigger next !

[@Hjerte_Verke]

A rubber hammer is fine, if you're bashing on the gun itself, but it makes hammering on a pin punch twice as much work because instead of delivering a solid blow, the rubber soaks up the power exerted from the hammer. Better to use a metal hammer when using punches.

[@TexasDog3]

What have you got for a Gen 5 G17 and Gen 5 G45?

[@kgee8303]

Have a 12 lbs trigger pull from my previous job, will this change it to 3.5 lbs trigger pull? Thank you!

[@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

Bought a Dagger SW4 GatorMouth Complete Upper for my G19X Lower.. I have the 3lb Black Yikes connector, Polished everything, Trigger Spring Kit & a O.W. Precision TAC Trigger FDE/Red with my Dagger Upper on, I get 2.7lb straight smooth & very short pull w/ a forced short reset. However, when I put my Stock G19X Upper back on, I get a gritty, longer 5lb consistent pull. Very odd.

[@wiggsan]

Child's play! Thanks Len!!!

[@user-ox2cl4ef2r]

Dear sir. I watched very carefully this video and try to learn from it. However , while reassembling the light trigger you've neglected the insertion of (what you called axle pin) and yet the gun was functioning all right. Is it possible at all or maybe I missed something?

[@michaelphillips5786]

Nashville, good move Lenny..👍

[@kallekula74]

Is it the same connector for a G17?

[@jasongaudreau2075]

Thanks Lenny. I honestly don’t see why all the bad mouthing that goes on here in these interwebs. Dude looks tough to me. I know what I would and would not say to his face. Therefore I keep that ethos here. That said…is this about the only thing I should do to my G45 for a reliable trigger? I’m not all that confident in changing much els in the gen 5 trigger mechanism. It honestly feels perfect to me especially after shooting several other guns. I also know eventually I’ll have to replace my slide rod. And want to know in full honesty whether a tungsten or (in my opinion for longevity) a stainless rod? Or just get a brand new factory plastic and continue to replace em as needed?

[@333Kdigital]

I've been looking through the GS book that came in the mail months ago. it's the catalog with the 43 on the front. I'm thinking of buying one of the connectors. a few people told me to go with ghost Inc. I have one in my 17 but I think I want to check out the GS Double Diamond connector

[@dgilly716]

So what's the pros and cons of the ghost vs the diamond connector? Looking to upgrade mine and would rather get the best one the first time I buy

[@jmsantia1]

Future me losing my right hand in an accident: Damn you Lenny! Why did I listen to you and dremel the slide lock/release off from the right side! 🤯😆

[@natelundy6495]

The reL deal for sure

[@mychalmorris9928]

What about the both gen 3 Glock 17 & 23?

[@darrellwoods5961]

Same as a g42/g43 on gen 5

[@LifeSavingDefense]

would like to have seen the two parts side by side to see the differences.

[@genieacura]

big fan

[@Matic-777]

I installed a black yikes in my Glock 19 gen 5. And my trigger pull is still 5.5 - 6 lbs. I’ve installed many connectors before, and can’t figure why the trigger pull is still that heavy. Anyone out there know why?????

[@trenacook7694]

Nice trigger

[@amadeo23trujillo]

Is there a heavier spring upgrade for gen 5???

[@walterwilliams1791]

you dont need a hammer to take out the trigger pin. If u jiggle it right, u can push it out with a hand glock tool.

[@barbandrob1]

I used this connector in 2 glocks…I reduced pull weight to 4.5 lbs, and it gives a decent wall…

[@erice4611]

The trigger connector is bent too far out will cause unnecessary drag on frame and slide.

[@bryancammauf5279]

“You don’t want your holes all boogered up!” 😂

[@deucedeuce1572]

Hard to know what's best for CCW. You want a light trigger for accuracy and quicker follow-ups or do you want a heavier trigger for safety? I think heavier... but I'm not sure if it really makes a difference (with safety).

[@fakecubed]

Just follow the 4 rules of gun safety, and if you're ever in a self-defense shooting, don't say anything stupid to the cops. Accidents aren't self-defense, and self-defense isn't an accident. Personally, I don't mess with triggers on my EDC firearms, I just do a lot of training, dry fires, etc., and really it doesn't matter how heavy the trigger is as long as I'm used to it. I figure the stock trigger is very reliable and I want reliability in my EDC. I save the gucci triggers for my target pistols and nicest rifles.

[@deucedeuce1572]

@@fakecubed True, a trigger isn't gonna pull itself. A lot of people prefer DA/DASA for safety, but there are many people that carry SA (or striker fired) guns with no safety... and they never go off without the trigger being pulled (with extremely few exceptions). On Glocks, I actually prefer the 8lb connector. It's kinda like a heavy single action. Good for carry IMO.

[@hateforall4012]

I carry a gen 2 g19 with a 3.5 disconnect and have never felt that it was unsafe.

[@williamcrane8236]

With my Arthritis, a little lighter please.

[@dgilly716]

@hateforall4012 been looking at the double diamond and the oem minus connector..any experience and are they drop safe?

[@brianc9374]

What's the 8lbs connector like? I've heard people say they like it, which seems counter intuitive.

[@Teslarobotaxii]

Do you have this part for the glock 43x ?

[@henryscreations]

what’s the difference between this and the ghost ring??

[@Kahu1958]

Does the reduced trigger travel result in reduced firing pin travel and increase the chance of having light primer strike and reduced reliability with this connector or Diamond trigger installations (or aftermarket triggers)

[@RobertElrodz]

I too would love to hear an answer to your message!

[@jerryfunk5578]

the firing pin would be pulled baack when the slidde is racked not when you pull the trigger

[@hilltopper600]

what happened to the little pin in the trigger

[@georgealviar7366]

Any available CONNECTOR for Glock 21 Gen 4?

[@lazarogomez5343]

Is this better than the timney alpha trigger?