The ULTIMATE PSA Dagger Build

Check out our Comp and Magwell for the PSA Dagger:
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Intro 00:00
Build List 00:12
Is It Worth It? 07:55
Should You Build it? 09:27

[@dannyadkisson]

I'm a PSA fan boi. They just make a great reliable gun for a budget price! I have a 2 daggers and just recently snagged a micro dagger. I'm seriously blown away every time!

[@marcodiaz9503]

where is the cheapest place to buy a compact ?

[@austinworthey7545]

just bought one myself im excited to start throwing some mods at it right away magwell, comp and trigger are going to be the first things i throw at it

[@desert_cerakote5662]

I’ll have to check out the micro. Isn’t it equivalent to the 43x?

[@allen10000000k]

@@marcodiaz9503psa website lol the company that makes them

[@Fr33man1988]

Glock is better.

[@Styxx2018]

Man, I would love for you to start making barrels and give the "Ramjet + Afterburner" guys some competition!!! If you make the price point for the combo $100 cheaper than what Radian Weapons offers, you can grab a good amount of market share.

[@GoGators2300]

I agree! Even better, in keeping with the "Quality for a Cheap Price" philosophy, offer a quality standard drop-in barrel (no need for Match grade) with an integrated compact compensator combo for around around $200.00, everyone with a Dagger would buy it. Throw the magwell into a Triple-Pack for $269.99 during a holiday sale, and I would buy one for each of my Daggers!

[@anthonyberry6769]

100% agreed!

[@tamisthewizard3199]

I think the radian will still inch ahead with the tiny footprint and the lack of threaded barrel for cucked states.

[@Styxx2018]

@@tamisthewizard3199 If everyone has the money, I think they would choose the Ramjet + Afterburner. But, most of us with wives would not get in as much trouble if we spent much less! 😝

[@nicholasbudam9901]

I’d buy it in a heartbeat, I’d buy multiple orders.. the radian is just too expensive

[@ehenicks]

I have this same setup on my full-size dagger. It runs like a dream 🙌🏽

[@desert_cerakote5662]

You actually save way more than $200. You still have to buy a threaded barrel and suppressor height sights and that could be another $300 or so. Plus I bought my dagger w all the bells and whistles for $250, they had a slide w optic cut, threaded barrel, lightning cuts, and suppressor height sights for $200 and a frame for $50. I didn’t get a mag because I bought them separately, but who doesn’t have Glock mags? Amazing value 🔥🤙🏼

[@travisstine5291]

I literally just did this yesterday. I can't wait for this thing to come in.

[@Tron2pointOh]

I actually think the dagger hinged wide trigger is much better than the Glock OEM trigger. The wide area makes it more comfortable to pull direct backwards. Instead of Glocks rounded trigger which promotes pulling to the side.

[@jimchambers7548]

Nice accessories, that's definitely the beat looking mag well I've saw for a Dagger. Great work👍

[@anthonyberry6769]

Absolutely I would! Great parts help you be a better shooter, hope y'all come out with more products for the Dagger as it's increased popularity. Happy Holidays

[@herringtonarms]

That’s the plan! Thanks for the support!

[@sportsgaming7215]

@@herringtonarmsi was wondering if you guys plan on restocking the flared magwell soon… would be a great addition for my dagger !

[@tradbowtimewithuncledan2686]

Just bought my boys 2 Daggers. Love the Magwell and Comp. Really looks great.

[@herringtonarms]

Nice! We appreciate it!

[@pdrguy]

Have a little over 2k rounds through my Dagger w/ HCDG comp. It has cycled every grain I've thrown at it. Only one light strike as well and that was prob the ammo. Well done, gents

[@thorshammer5134]

I’ve got over 2k rounds on my dagger compact, I got the dlc slide with suppressor night sights. I can literally slap whatever dot I want on the pistol slave it to the irons and it’s dead on. I find myself starting to carry it. Put Olight pl 3r and have rotated optics on it just to test, a 3d print magwell from eBay left mine stock for trigger. It’s around 4lbs after breaking in and reset is great. Just a good cheap edc you can beat the hell out of.

[@dustinb6249]

I put Kineti Tech flat triggers on both of my Daggers and they perform well. Cheers on the build, good video!!

[@plunderfull6305]

My dagger is on its way, definitely interested in upgrading.

[@Jcob19x]

Almost done with mine! HCDG COMP. shadow system trigger flat face (Shoe), handleitgrip, OEM Glock mags, and Cyelee wolf0. All that’s missing is a Magwell hopefully you guys can make one for the s frame dagger 🤟

[@daewon_ton6516]

Love my dagger and I think you guys killed it on the magwell. Can’t wait for mine to show up

[@herringtonarms]

Thank you! Enjoy it :)

[@Yuzlittle]

Love the comp and I bought the magwell as soon as I could! Cant wait to give my dagger the full Herrington Arms makeover😂

[@herringtonarms]

Yessirrr. Love to see it

[@AlexZ32]

I gotta say fellas, the magwell you guys released is by far the greatest thing I've put on my dagger compact, gave away my gg magwell to a friend and installed y'alls and the grip difference comfort has been a huge increase. Appreciate the work. I wish you guys would venture into aftermarket slides for glocks/daggers

[@herringtonarms]

Thanks so much! Glad you like it! That's definitely something we've thought about 👀

[@icarusflight2396]

OK, soooo I built one similar to this for my son and myself. I used: GGMagwell, Holosun 407A-x2, HA comp, TLR-7A, ZEV trigger (Gen3 glock) for my son's setup. For mine: I used a GGMagwell (Aluminum) HA comp, Timney - alpha Gen3 trigger, and My Current setup is a test bed for red dots in this pistol. These are solid and now that I know you have magwells I'll be ordering them from you. These are great guns, accuracy far beyond what I was expecting.... these are great range guns. (I trust and train with only safety models of guns)

[@drritzy6618]

Your a good dad

[@bsharpz4981]

Man, Id like to see those builds. I just purchased some of the same items... waiting on that tracking#

[@jakematthewpenfield]

Appreciate it will definitely be interested in the comp, magwell, and mag extensions here soon.

[@CoolKid-mg9bo]

So far this the best build I’ve seen

[@swiggy8871]

Almost same set up as mine love the comp does a great job

[@Crisp223]

Can't wait for these to restock! Ive been wanting a magwell for my dagger but the only ones iv'e seen look bland and I don't like how it covers the front part of the grip at the bottom. This one perfectly fills in the empty space.

[@Overit5000]

Just did a dagger build, $50 sniper green frame, $200 sniper green slide with threaded bronze barrel, 407k in FDE, titanium adapter plate, and bronze TLR1 HL. Helluva pistol for the money

[@rtek777]

I just got one for $299 with rmr cut, sup height sights, and threaded barrel in all black. I'm definitely going to do some upgrades to it. First upgrade will be the trigger.

[@Styxx2018]

I have been waiting for this video!!!

[@herringtonarms]

Lets goooo

[@Evan-kr7sk]

Got a timny trigger holoson 507c and one of y'all's comps on mine I love it

[@herringtonarms]

Love to see it

[@bigj5337]

I'm a PSA fan, I would definitely put that much into one! I'm currently in the market for a Dagger!

[@mavrikmavrik3032]

Great video, I hadn’t thought of a compensator but now I am. I did something similar to one of my daggers. The biggest upgrade I made was by far the Glock Store Enhanced Glock Performance trigger. This trigger is worth every penny and is the best Glock trigger I have (and yes their Gen 3/4 version fits the Dagger). However I’m not happy with the compact slide on the full size frame. It seems a bit short to me and I have to do everything right with the trigger to hit the center of a B8 target at 25 yard consistently (it seems more sensitive to small movements than my G17 or P10F at that distance). I think it would benefit from having the full sized slide on it.

[@TheCamaro5]

I have 750 in mine. Riton optic. Olight gg magwell 20 bucks yalls is 70-80. I do have yalls comp and I did tactical pontoon trigger group 3.5 lb. Gun has yet to malfunction

[@user-zg5cq3cm1i]

GG Magwell Polymer is nice, but they have an aluminum now!!! Go check it out. I think it is only $40!!!

[@user-zg5cq3cm1i]

I have my Full Size Frame ($50) + Slide ($200) + Holosun HS407A3 X2 ($180) + SLR Rifleworks Magwell ($90) + Timney Triggers ($100) + Herrington Arms Comp ($90) + Faxon Firearms Barrel ($90) + OLight PL Turbo ($60)= $860. One of my favorite pistols to shoot!

[@TheCamaro5]

yeah my one dagger morphed into two guns now. I have shot in three matches and not one failure.@@user-zg5cq3cm1i

[@redherring4335]

Yes. It is 100% justified. I like the PSA frame better than the Glock, not to mention the price.

[@ShootersSpotlight]

If you like that frame then you need to get the gritgrips 19 frame. Made by same people.

[@frankielozano9308]

@@ShootersSpotlightgritgrip frame is made by psa?

[@ShootersSpotlight]

@@frankielozano9308 that’s what I said

[@frankielozano9308]

@@ShootersSpotlight nice I didn’t know they had another brand nice to know might have to buy one of those frames next, thanks for the info.

[@HDTacticalRak3187]

This makes me want to get one and I have a pretty nice collection already but this is simple yet interesting 🤔 😊

[@herringtonarms]

You should!

[@kevinarmstrong7469]

Brownells lower, dagger custom slide, ebay magwell, comp and trigger kit!! Shoots lights out looks awesome and is super cheap considering. No I don't carry it no it's not the best in the world but so many people have shot it and are amazed. Make a cheap fun gun for you.

[@copper178]

I can get the full-size frame for 49 and the window cut rmr threaded barrel slide for 199 today on their website, so the entire gun is 250 bux before taxes, shipping and my 25 dolla ffl transfer fee. I've actually bought several like that this year in the exact same way by taking advantage of the daily deals they've been doing on slides and different frame combos and sales. The only other thing I've always done to my Daggers is change the trigger out for the drop in Glock Performance Trigger, which is usually 70-80 bux. The GPT is listed as gen5 only but it's a straight drop-in trigger for the Dagger, and it's night and day better than the stock Dagger trigger.

[@magno408_1]

Dagger full size frame for 49?

[@cjceredon1]

@@magno408_1 They have deals.

[@deanmartin6653]

@@magno408_1yep. They got a combo right night where you can a full size and compact for like 109 out the door

[@justinjones9042]

I enjoy PSA products and buying dagger parts piece at a time I'm good with it and spending on upgrades

[@MichaelCWise]

Very nice job on the dagger

[@ugo445]

Combat armory has stellar barrels for $30! They greatly improve the lockup of the dagger

[@GarrettXPrime]

the dagger is incredible value for the money lots of rounds no failures

[@Desertrat2213]

I'm new to the Daggers, PSA just had a daily sale on 3 Dagger lowers, basically you buy 2, get 1 free. You get a Micro, Compact and full size S-frame. You can find the complete slides on sale at PSA and be around $310 for a complete basic build. So not a bad deal to buy one, upgrade it to what you want, and still come in under what a Glock gen 3 is.

[@spokanefut]

Happy AF with my DLC Compact w/Cyelee Cat Pro and OG O-light Baldr Pro (LE in Gray) 1120Lm and any damned mag I want at the moment. Oh, I subbed in a copper plated ported barrel as well too. Sweet piece and the more you shoot it the better it shoots. No surprise there.

[@brandon22333]

Got the magwell once I got the email saying it was in stock 😂 I love the comp.

[@herringtonarms]

Nice! Thanks for the support!

[@bugg5011]

Of course I would. I love the look and style u have made that into. I wouldn’t do that to my Glock, just because i want to keep it all factory, no changes. But my Dagger FS, it’s coming. Great video!!

[@herringtonarms]

Thank you!

[@herringtonarms]

Thank you!

[@redjacket8499]

First time seeing your videos. Some nice parts. For just a little bit more, you could get the shadow system elite with all these upgrades, minus the light. If you are the tinkering type, definitely diy.

[@levilivingston982]

I have one with very similar upgrades. Well worth it in my opinion.

[@herringtonarms]

for sure!

[@normalking83]

I agree with spending whatever you want on any weapon. If it helps do it

[@alexwarner4285]

Rock your Glock makes a reduced pound mag release spring it's super cheap and I run it . I didn't expect much from it but it makes mag release considerably lighter

[@vicious_machine]

I think honestly the m&p 2.0 with flat trigger is the best bang for the buck. Good grip texture. Optic cut. Great slide serrations. Optic height sights. Flat trigger. etc. Plus right now you get a pistol case and five mags for $599. So the dagger kind of fits that scheme as well by offering so much for so little price. And Glock mags are $20 new so it's a no brainier.

[@stern2701]

It’s not like people get everything at once so I say it’s worth it. It’s fun upgrading things one at a time and feeling all the differences.

[@Mountain_Soldier]

Man that’s going to be my next build. After spending well over 1,500$ on my G19X between comp/threaded barrel/ stippling/ milled slide/ magwell, lightweight guiderod etc, I came to the conclusion that the dagger is a better bang for the money.

[@tik608]

It must hurt seeing the 19x mos. Went with the gen 5 G45 mos instead. Would get the 19X if they released it with an external safety. Since it would be the only glock with one.

[@Mountain_Soldier]

@@tik608 Glock should have done that with the OG G19X from the beginning. Maybe not hurt, I would say disappointed is a better word.

[@Mountain_Soldier]

@@tik608 BTW, the Dagger arrives tomorrow, with all the modifications and attachments I saved 900$. My goal is to put around 2k rounds on it before making any judgement about which one is better for the money.

[@tik608]

@@Mountain_Soldier congrats brother ! Building a custom saber build using the golden tiger build set and a Franklin lower (flat gold trigger, taking the FCG out).

[@Mountain_Soldier]

@@tik608 Nice Brother! I got the Apex trigger since the goal with this build is to replicate the same attachments that I have on the Glock to have them on the Dagger. Good luck with your build! 🫡🇺🇸

[@noyb621]

Was carrying a Ruger until I got a dagger. I have your compensator and am about to get another in fde ...when in stock!

[@eugenelem83]

This is the best looking magwell for the dagger this magwell completes the look of the dagger

[@Tdf2099]

Got the full size and already dropped a bunch of money into it. I got the Herrington arms compensator just waiting for the full size mag well. Love the gun and love look compared to glocks after you make them look fancy.😂

[@herringtonarms]

Nice man!

[@bigbruddauniversity999]

Ggmagwells make fullsize mag wells

[@baileyosborn8724]

I bought a gen 5 g19 standard and then bought a gen 3 aftermarket rmr cut already had a comp for 250 bucks and then I seen psa had a sale on the dagger compact sniper green completed frame for 49.99 msrp is 99.99 and after transfer fees it was 94 and change which would of cost me like 150 and I’m gonna get a built dagger slide and a dagger frame again because they don’t sell it completed how I want it but the dagger path really lead to good savings

[@si1az0]

keep in mind u can do what i did and get a 200 dollar dagger upper on sale every day. then a 50 dollar frame for a 250 dollar full size dagger with threaded barrel and optics cut. pretty great deal.

[@thehalo121]

I bought my PSA dagger for $329. I haven’t done a lot to it. I put a holosun 407 on top of it. And honestly that’s about it. So far, I’ve had zero issues as far as reliability. The gun shoots fine. And honestly ergonomically I like it better than the Glock 19 Have to check out your mag well…👀

[@JasonRidesmoto]

Love my Walther PDP!

[@eugeniomoroyoquijr8638]

I have one and I love it I actually prefer it over a Glock it just feels better and I bought it part by part and paid $280 and some change for my dagger and have been slowly upgrading it

[@herringtonarms]

Nice!

[@jasonmcclish2580]

I would and have!! I Love it..

[@mattbowman5083]

5 months later. Full stock setup for $230 new. Great truck gun. Came here for trigger advice.

[@EnergizerTX]

You mention the guns are $400+ on their site and this video was posted six days ago, yet the past couple months the daggers, full featured, threaded, optics cut, have been round $250 regularly with one mag, complete.

[@herringtonarms]

The specific dagger we designed this compensator around was and still is $419.99 on PSA's website.

[@strat1960s]

I've been a Dagger guy for over a year now. Its my EDC

[@zacharyzhao9323]

Really good parts, The magwell looks best on the market right now, a little expensive.

[@Optimization_Coach]

Bought the SCT17 frame... It not too bad but for XL hands the grip is not long enough. There is no magwell for it and the trigger while better than say a glock or dagger... it's still very average! All in all though for normal to smaller top to bottom palms its not to bad

[@TheMikeharris7]

I got a Dagger compact lower for $50 (black) and got a complete slide with barrel with RMR cut and suppressor height sights for $200 (sniper green w/ copper colored barrel). So $250 for the gun then add a couple of $12 mags. I picked up a Cylee red dot for $100 (works great so far). Not a single failure so far. Would like to get your comp when it is in stock (so will need to add a threaded barrel - wish I'd considered that when ordering the slide assembly) - might also do a Timney trigger.

[@robertwilliams6911]

I put the timney alpha 3 pound in mine, it is AMAZING there’s like maybe 1mm of overtravel after the break which is very nice. They’re also on sale on the PSA website for a hundred bucks, which is a steal for a drop in trigger

[@TheMikeharris7]

@@robertwilliams6911 that's exactly what I was thinking of doing. Any issues with the install? I've heard you have to shave a bit of the frame?

[@robertwilliams6911]

@@TheMikeharris7 I didn’t have that issue with mine, I’ve heard others say that I guess there was a revision in either the dagger frame or the timney trigger but they seem to work now with no modification

[@anthonymagness]

@herringtonarms I love my comp and still on the waiting list for the magwells. Any ETA when they will be back in stock?

[@DesertTactical]

Love my Daggers. More so Dagger Slides than the Dagger frame. The finger groove is annoying. Nice video.

[@bodyshotgun]

shot my p10c with the HC10 3.0 back to back with my Glock 45 with the Afterburner/Ramjet and the p10c was as good if not better… this dagger looks like a good deal but I’d grab a CZ P10-C OR SR and go that route… same price if not cheaper

[@FNPNick]

I have a Dagger and love it. However, I wouldn't and didn't pay $420 for mine. A compact, threaded barrel, rmr version is on sale right now at PSA for $330. With that said, if you shop the deals, it's more like $300 less than a comparable glock. With better ergos, it's a no brainer for me.

[@otiSBunta]

Actually the daggers are on sale for like 259 and you can get a threaded barrel for like 125ish. Just under 400. I just built mine. Got a pl pro valk light. Holosun 507c green. Threaded honeycomb barrel. Ill definitely be getting your comp soon and magwell

[@2dthoughts]

Got my last Dagger for $49 frame and $189 for upper with threaded barrel, suppressor height sites and rmr cut

[@rafiamirali9188]

I got mine for under 300. 2 frames for 120, threaded barrel and rmr cut slide for 200.

[@jonathonabel1548]

I got mine with optic cut & threaded barrel for $296 shipped

[@joeantonicci8920]

I LOVE IT.................

[@mr.fantasticbaby1831]

Cant wait to get my hand on micro dagger Sabre hurry!

[@codylamaar]

I really love the dagger frame + a little diy stippling. the mag release is absolute trash but whatevs

[@ajmccreary167]

So tell me more about the compensator with the holster option from t-Rex arms. I wanna make sure it will work with the compensator

[@ssiford2061]

The only suggestion I would have is the apex trigger. It’s about the same price and already has the lighter trigger

[@trill5thefif]

Definitely. I'm in a less than free state so anything I can do to my gun to improve it is entertainment for me.

[@Floydf0st3r]

Purchased the compensator on Thursday. Waiting for delivery, then going to order another one for my other DAGGER. Was looking at PMM but they've seemed to have dropped the Ball on it

[@herringtonarms]

Nice! You're gonna love them

[@calebshaffer3220]

Super late but I got the compensator, will it work with a normal Glock 19 holster or do you have a recommendation for a better fit? Looking to have a comp, sight, and light

[@DeimosPC]

I've been shooting Glocks for almost 10 years.. I own multiple. I like my Dagger more. I've shot close to 1000 rounds through my Dagger now, both holos and ball with no fail to feeds or anything. Stock trigger has broke in nicely. What's crazy to me is they sell a complete frame for 50 bucks.. That's the complete frame with all the hardware installed for you.. Then you can pick up a complete slide from them on sale for less than 250 bucks.. That's a steal.

[@user-si1qy3rc2q]

I have two Daggers, both are great. I've found the Magpul P mags (when loaded with 17 rnds) bulge slightly making them a tighter fit into the magwell. This isn't a problem with factory Glock mags. I think it's because Glock uses a metal insert and Pmags don't. Anybody else experience this?

[@petepetersen2387]

For the money, it's hard to do better than the PSA dagger. I have ABUSED the crap out of mine and it has been reliable every time. Dirt, Mud, Sand, Ice, Water, Nothing phases it. I even ran it over with the 35's on my Jeep. Still functions just fine. I'm a Glock guy, but slowing becoming a PSA guy.

[@G_Weezy]

They do make lighter mag release spring. I have one on my build and it’s much easier.

[@tyleredwards4426]

Does that enhance slide release hinder the use of kydex holsters though?

[@thystaff742]

Here lately you can get a PSA Dagger for $250. Really is a no-brainer for someone with a limited budget or someone who wants something to tinker with.

[@turnerables]

I’m getting the micro and decide from an upgraded trigger I’m not really sure if it needs anything. Debating whether I even want to bother with the optic

[@MrTikibars]

Have you found a better mag release? Mine is also really stiff. Ive seen one video of someone suggesting the ghost inc low pro extended mag release

[@fettity]

Budget Wick Stick 👀🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@vondrelleraven4380]

U can buy a px9 for 350 all ready rmr foot print cut into the slide. Flared mag well great mag release better trigger pull than a glock. And u can do the same to a echelon for cheaper or a smith .so not at all friend

[@aleyt311]

I was wondering can you run that comp with a micro dagger slide on a comp frame? So it has a fit finish to it. Or is it not as ease as a P320?

[@b_rad8089]

Can't tell you how many times ive heard "I've never had an optic fail". I've had all of mine fail. All my SIG's, RMR twice, and Holosun. A set of good night sight irons is a must.

[@ExoRifleman]

It might be you my dude

[@chazc933]

Everything breaks. Even irons.

[@rouchenelvann]

I built a Glock 19 clone. Polymer 80 frame, Overwatch Precision Dat trigger, enhanced firing pin, suppressor height sights, holosun 507c, swampfox wolverine slide, tlr-7A, and swampfox +5 mag extension. My setup ran about $1200-$1300 and I’d do it again with everything I know. Especially considering that these things can be added over time, it’s almost foolish NOT to put a few hundred dollars worth of upgrades and attachments into your dagger or Glock clone

[@hakeemgohar9073]

Will the compensator work on the dagger compact that has a threaded barrel? I can’t find the exact answer I may have overlooked but I don’t want to order it if it won’t work. Thanks

[@bfowl2345]

What holster fits this setup ? Would a holster that fits a g17 with TLR work?

[@restless_429]

What holster do you prefer with this build?

[@justincastillo9596]

Well if y’all had the comp in stock I’d be able to finish my Psa build!

[@herringtonarms]

Hoping to get some more in stock this week!

[@officecomputer8887]

agency arms comp is much better

[@justincastillo9596]

@@officecomputer8887 does it fit like a glove like there’s does? Is it meant for the Psa?

[@officecomputer8887]

it fits like a comp on the end of a threaded barrel...its meant for any gen 3 9mm barrel ...psa daggers have 6 different shaped slide options so your fit will vary lil bro @@justincastillo9596

[@augustleo8368]

Did you guys switch out the spring from stock for it to run properly with the comp or is it gtg?

[@rotaryracing1982]

how good does that comp run 115 grain or do you need to step up to 124? I plan on running my full size on a pistol course in February. They just fell better than my glocks.

[@Bromo_Sexual]

What if the buyer is not a “new shooter,” but a new “shooter McGavin?” 😮

[@christhomas2389]

So please tell us that there are comparable options being made for the micro dagger

[@JusSleepTV]

Just purchased the Dagger. What blemishes come on the comp vs the "perfect" comp?

[@shanecrowe7796]

do yall make the compensator for the micro or just the full size

[@LetsGetTechy]

Any plans to make a magwell for the full size Dagger? (Haven’t made it to the end of the video, so sorry if it’s mentioned later)

[@herringtonarms]

Hopefully in the near future!

[@PayKay]

Would love that pmag mag extension

[@herringtonarms]

Soon!