Jacob Grey TWC9 - Guide Rod Update

Hey Team!! I am back with an update on my Jacob Grey TWC9 guide rod update swapping out the two-piece guide rod with a tool-less guide rod. Altas Gunworks and Dawson Precision with the best tool-less guide rods on the market. To my surprise.. Well, I will let you see the quick update. Drop some comments and let me know what you think. As always, thank you for your support of my channel.
Below is the link to my review of my Jacob Grey TWC9 review.
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[@kalobvoorhies1769]

Just purchased the TWC9, glad you made this video, had the thought of purchasing the atlas guide rod also! Guess i’ll wait and see how the 4.15 works. Also i wish Jacob Grey would make an optic mount for the Acro P2!

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Thanks for watching brother. After reading other comments, I’m hearing the 4.15 sticks out just a little but not as much as the Atlas or Dawson Precision. Let’s see if Jacob Grey comes out with a newer model to address these concerns. Thanks again.

[@assemahmed2646]

Dawson 4.15 tool less guide rod works. Ive shot 500 rounds through it and it works flawlessly. Does stick out a little bit but nowhere near the Atlas guide rod.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Thanks brother. Appreciate your feedback. Waiting for my Dawson 4.15 guide rod in the mail. Thanks for watching.

[@bigeasy303]

What’s good Mr. Blackson just received the team Blacksmith hat & patch today. Thanks again and great information on this video.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

My man!! That’s what’s up bro. You are welcome. I appreciate you and your support. Thanks for watching.

[@SkipsGunz]

I either fit a guide rod or the 4.15 sticks out just a touch but can also be flushed if needed

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Scott!! Good morning!! Wow!! Even the 4.15 sticks out. Thanks for the info. Thanks for watching. 💯💯🙏🏽

[@bong9130]

Wow good info to know about both the 4.25 tool-less and it also seems like the 4.15 still protrudes based on the comments below. Might want to try for giggles to see about the 4.15 and either grinding/milling out the excess. Wished Jacob Grey offered it from the factory or will probably offer it as an additional accessory in the future.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Yeah. I’m sitting thinking they must be getting some complaints about this so hopefully they will offer it soon. Scott from Skips Gunz can mill it down for me but not sure it’s worth the effort to have it done. I appreciate your feedback my brother. Thank you!!

[@cameronfenwick6379]

Jacob Grey now offers the tool-less guide rod on their website. Also, check out their new TWC9 Blackout it’s 🔥.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@cameronfenwick6379 thank you for the update!! Going to check it out now!!

[@michelsummers6108]

Great update 😃😃

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Thanks Michel!! Appreciate it. 💯💯

[@hpchela5512]

Would love to see a competition match with this gun

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning!! I will run it in a IDPA match next month. Thanks for watching.

[@danswindowtinting2387]

You have to use the 4.15 tooless guide rod welcomes 🙏🇺🇸

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@danswindowtinting2387 good morning!! Thank you!! Thanks for watching.

[@danswindowtinting2387]

@@teamblacksmithllc good morning my patriot family anytime 🙏🙌

[@2ANLA]

Skip did a video on this. He can machine it down for you to fit.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@2ANLA I missed that one. I will go check it out to see if it’s worth the time. Thanks fam!!💯💯

[@GeorgeCerniglia]

I replaced with a 4.15 tool less guide rod and it is flawless.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Hey George!! Awesome!! I just ordered one. Thank you the info. A lot of mixed comments on this one. Thanks for watching. Appreciate it. 💯💯🙏🏽

[@1DopeInstructor]

Yes, it's definitely weird. I didn't want to do a ton of modifications to it, but the Atlas one works pretty well. As I stated, it sticks out a little, but it works. Yes, it's weird, though. Based on your video, it seems like yours was more noticeable.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

My man!! Thanks again for the heads up on it. I had to drop this follow up on it. The Dawson Precision stuck out more than the Altas but you’re right just weird period. Why Jacob Grey went this design doesn’t make sense to me. Thanks again my brother. 💯💯💯

[@tymarkham3931]

Yeah, I would try the 4.15 brother.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning Brother. I’m going to see what Dawson Precision has in stock. I’m definitely going to try it. Thanks for watching.

[@thomasbg21]

I think JG did a great job with the aesthetics of the Slide, I would like to see a more aggressive stippled version for people who don't intend to CCW. P.S nice watch, way too floss without trying too ;)

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning my brother. I agree. I’m waiting to see if they will be bringing out a newer version with these changes. Especially the stippled grip for better options for others. Thanks for noticing the floss though 😎 LOL. Thanks for watching.

[@nalderman62]

I was thinking of getting one I think Ima do the new Bul armory 4.25 pro. I like it though

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@nalderman62 In my opinion, the Bul Tac pro coming in near the same price point would be the better choice. Thanks for watching.

[@montedizon1433]

Jacob grey has a tool-less on their website for sale for the twc9.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@montedizon1433 just saw it. Placing my order for it tonight. Appreciate the update. Thanks for watching.

[@khuramsayeed8429]

Brother Blacksmith that sucks, but the 4.15 might be the solution would love to see if that one works, it’s strange that they would change that specific dimension, reach out to Scott at SGZ, I think he used the Dawson 4.15 on the LFA Apollo

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@khuramsayeed8429 yes sir!! Very disappointing with these unnecessary modifications. I ordered the Dawson 4.15 but others left comments saying it sticks out slightly too. Scott left a comment about how he can correct the issue. Debating if this one is worth the additional expense and effort. I appreciate your feedback good brother. Thanks again.

[@FiringLineShooting]

It looks like the barrel lugs are probably just set a little bit more forward on this gun.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

I didn’t notice that until you pointed it out. Interesting why they didn’t go with a standard design. Appreciate the insight. Thanks for watching.

[@Snappo54321]

Great detective work! Curious to know if your dot overhangs the ejection port at all and if yes has it been deflecting shells and scratching glass? Thanks for all you do!!!

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@Snappo54321 thank you sir. You are welcome. Surprisingly, I shot 350 rounds through it and only had one stovepipe caused by the slight overhang. I thought I would had more. I had no issues with the shells scratching the glass. I am still considering switching to the RMR for it through. Thanks again for your support of my channel. 🙏🏽💯

[@Snappo54321]

@@teamblacksmithllc You are providing a great service to us all! Much appreciate you!!!

[@cornbreadbrown4961]

now you have to go buy 2 more 4.25" 2011s, to fit those guide rods... lol you KNOW they won't go to waste

[@teamblacksmithllc]

All I need is an excuse to get more. LOL. Thanks brother. 💯💯💯

[@SamuelSorto]

Looks like Jacob grey has a tool less option on their site now.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning Samuel. I saw it the day after putting up my review. 🤯😂🤯. I will be ordering one this week. Thanks for watching. Appreciate it.

[@gladysevansese1921]

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[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning. Thanks for watching.

[@ericks9127]

That’s pretty disappointing. I just got the 4.25 Dawson just haven’t tried out it in yet. I do have the 4.15 by Dawson. I will try that one and let you know how it goes later today.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning my brother. Based on the other comments the 4.15 won’t fit flush but let me know how yours like. Thanks again. Thanks for watching.

[@ericks9127]

@@teamblacksmithllc I did get an email that Jacob grey is releasing the twc with a different grip and tool less guide rod soon . Hopefully we can at the very least order just the guide rod soon. Stay blessed brother.

[@ericks9127]

@@teamblacksmithllc you see Jacob grey dropped their tool less guid rod on their website? Ordering one now .

[@baldwinracer]

I used a 4.15 by dawson fit nicer but still hangs out a tiny bit

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning!! Thanks for the information. Thanks for watching. 💯💯💯🙏🏽

[@Thomas-vt7cz]

My man what's up bruh, that's a Jacob Grey issue bruh... I bought a Atlas 4.25 for my MAC 9 DS and it worked perfectly I also added a buffer from Atlas. I think its the reverse plug, contact Jacob Grey and get the dimensions of the plug. 😎

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Thomas!! Good morning bruh!! Thanks for the information. I will be giving them a call to see what they say. I just scanned the JG manual and found no details on the guide rod. Thanks again. Appreciate it. 💯💯

[@arnoldchristian5874]

Wow glad to know that before buying one. I have a unrelated question about your prodigy project 2, I wonder if the Underworld Comp burns ALL coatings off the end of the slide like it did to yours. Mine comes tomorrow and after seeing your video I am not so sure about it. Once you do it there would be no going back unless you recoated your slide.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@arnoldchristian5874 you are welcome sir. I only tried it on the Prodigy Project 2 and would not recommend using it on the Iron Monkey plating finish. I am waiting for the Underworld Comp 4.25in for the Prodigy to do further testing. Sorry I could not provide any additional information about this product issue at this time. Thanks for watching.

[@Boomboompow12]

I’d say it looks like the 4.15” guide rod from DP should work. Let me know if you want to get rid of these 4.25”, I have some buyers. Wes

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@Boomboompow12 hey brother. I just purchased one but other comments said even the DP 4.15 sticks out slightly. I will let you know about the 4.25” guide rods. Thanks for watching.

[@Boomboompow12]

@@teamblacksmithllc You got it, good luck! That’s why I haven’t purchased one of these. Too many things slightly off spec. Can’t change the grip out without some work either. Grip screw holes are not standard.

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@Boomboompow12 thanks for the additional info. 💯💯💯

[@wook1750]

You mentioned the springfield prodigy guide rod fits flush with the twc 9. Do you know if the DPM guide rod for the prodigy would fit flush on the twc 9 too?

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning. I apologize for the confusion. The Altas and Dawson Precision tool-less guides fits flush with the 4.25 Prodigy. I don’t believe the DPM guide rod would fit flush with the TwC9. Thanks for watching.

[@MichaelSmith-cq4zk]

I wonder if you can grind it down or sind it to be cut down without it affecting the reliability of the firearm?

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Mr. Smith!! Good morning!! I believe it would be okay based on the design but I don’t have the right tools to do the job. I may give it a try though. Thanks for watching.

[@patrickirie8494]

I have TWC as well and agree it should be toolless. I believe once you are over a certain price point on these 2011 handguns you should get a toolless guide rod. C

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@patrickirie8494 good morning my brother. Hopefully their next model will have these upgrades to it. Thanks for watching. Have a great week.

[@n55Rob]

@@teamblacksmithllc all you need is a file and an hour or two if you go slow to get it super flush and looking right…I filed down a 4.25” Toolless Guide Rod for my Uncles beat/used to oblivion STI Tactical 4.0 9MM with the 4.15” Slide (with the full dust cover 😍)…..I just gave him a 4.25” one I had laying around since he’s a cheapskate and didn’t want to buy another one…..I will say becarful and don’t take off to much material….it does come to close for comfort but it works great if you take your time…it also looks amazing with some polishing!!!

[@teamblacksmithllc]

@n55Rob since I have two, I will give it a try and see how it works. I appreciate the advice. Thank you!! 🙏🏽

[@adambrown5601]

I did the same thing and it stuck out .800 so I had my gunsmith mill it flush

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning Adam. I appreciate your feedback. Thanks for watching.

[@LOliver]

Is the barrel actually 4" or 4⅛" vs 4¼"?

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Yes sir. It is 4.25”.

[@gladysevansese1921]

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[@teamblacksmithllc]

@@gladysevansese1921 thanks for watching.

[@josephfloyd5008]

That's no good!!🤔

[@teamblacksmithllc]

Good morning Joseph!! It really doesn’t make sense why they had to recreate such a standard part. Thanks for watching. I hope you had a great weekend.