Glock19 Disassembly: A complete guide

Glock 19 firearms are renowned for their reliability, versatility, and user-friendly designs. Owners of this popular handgun need to know how the Glock 19 takedown. It doesn't matter if you want to prepare for maintenance, clean your gun, or learn more about the firearm. This detailed guide will show you how to disassemble your Glock 19 safely and effectively.

What Will You Need For Glock 19 Takedown?

Gather these materials and tools to make sure the process runs smoothly.

Glock 19 Handgun: This is the gun you are working on.

Flat and Clean Workspace: a well-lit, flat work area for your handgun.

Small Flathead Screwdriver or Glock Takedown Tool: These small tools may be helpful during the takedown procedure but are not usually necessary.

An Optional Cleaning Kit: It is a good idea to prepare a small cleaning kit for cleaning your Glock 19 firearm after disassembly.

Step 1: First Ensure Safety

The first factor to take into account while handling a weapon is safety. Follow these safety measures before disassembling your Glock 19:

Unload the Firearm: First, remove the magazine. Press the magazine button located on the left side of the frame. Pull the slide back after removing a magazine to check the chamber. You can check inside the chamber for any rounds. To ensure safety, always perform this double-check.

Point Your Firearm In A Safe Direction: Make sure your firearm is pointed in a secure direction. It's best to point the gun away from you or others, and ideally in the direction of a backstop. This helps to prevent accidental discharge while removing your firearm.

Step 2: Get Ready For The Takedown

It is vital to properly prepare for the takedown. Here is what you have to do:

Slide Release: When the Glock 19 has been pointed correctly, slide the Glock 19 back a little and then let go. This ensures that all the internal parts of the gun are in the correct alignment for disassembly.

Locate and use the Takedown Lock: It is located on each side of the Glock 19's frame just above the Trigger Guard. It is a rectangular, small button that is important for the taking down process.

Step 3: Perform The Takedown

The Glock 19 can be disassembled by following the instructions below:

Reverse the Slide: Hold the slide tightly and slowly pull it forward about one-quarter inch. The slide will be aligned with the takedown levers.

Engage the takedown lever: Keep the slide in slightly retracted mode and use your thumb or index finger to push down on the two takedown buttons located on either side. Both levers will need to be pulled at once in order for the slide to disengage from the frame.

Remove the Slide: With takedown levers engaged and the slide pushed forward, remove the frame. The slide of the Glock 19 should be detached from the frame.

Step 4: Disassemble The Slide

The slide should be removed from its frame. Now, you can start the internal assembly:

Disassemble the Recoil Spring Assembly: You can find the Recoil Spring Assembly inside the slide. The spring can be removed by gently pressing it down. As the spring is under tension, it could snap back if handled improperly.

Removing the Barrel: Once you have removed the recoil-spring assembly, the barrel is accessible. Slide the barrette forward and remove it from the slide. This completes the disassembly.

Step 5: Assemble The Glock 19

To reassemble your Glock, simply follow these simple steps.

Insert The Barrel: Put the barrel back in the slide. Check that the barrel is properly seated in the slide and that it is aligned.

Reinstalling the Recoil Spring Assembly: Position the Recoil Spring Assembly back into its place on the slide. Check that the barrel is correctly aligned and firmly seated.

Reattach Slide: Align the Slide with the frame and slide it back in position. Verify that the slides are properly seated and that they move smoothly along the frame.