Top 5 MUST HAVE Accessories for Glock 19 Gen5 MOS

Glock is known for its unparalleled practicality and reliability_, and their Glock 19 Gen5 MOS is built to continue that very tradition. 

A Glock is not just great for personal and home defense. It’s also designed to satisfy one’s enthusiasm for recreational target shooting. 

And, of course, with enthusiasm comes the desire to enhance the utilitarian aspect of Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS. 

Luckily, when it comes to accessorizing this firearm the number of choices are insane. We’ve combed through the numerous accessory options and narrowed it down to our top 5 MUST HAVE Accessories. Check out the list below: 

Glock 19 Accessory #1: Gen 5 Factory Extended Slide Stop Lever

At the top of our list of accessories for a Glock 19 Gen5 MOS is the most popular upgrade for this firearm, an extended slide stop lever from GlockStore. Others also refer to this accessory as the slide release lever. 

Some people find it hard to manipulate the small button that comes with the factory  slide stop lever, this is when the use of an extended version of it becomes very helpful. 

The extended slide lock release lever is designed to have that extra tab to make it easier for your thumb to access and manipulate it. 

The size of this tab is small enough for you to get your thumb onto it but not too big to interfere with the holster. 

Not to mention, this accessory is easy to install and it doesn’t need a full disassembly to be able to attach it properly. 

With this upgraded accessory, it becomes possible to maintain your grip as you access the lever. Therefore, you will no longer have difficulty releasing the slide even when you’re doing it at faster speed. 

After you’ve properly installed your new slide release lever, you’ll find you won’t have to look for the release, because you can immediately feel and access the lever. 

Moreover, having this additional feature on your firearm also leads to reduced recovery time for those long days of shooting .

Glock 19 Accessory #2: Glock Extended Magazine Release

Our second accessory choice is also another important modification that you can make to your  popular carry pistol, and that is to replace the magazine release button. 

But why would you do that? The magazine release button that comes stock with your Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS is a tiny rectangular piece and not easily accessible. 

When you need to press  the mag release button, and you have medium to small size hands, you have to make adjustments to your grip in order to  reach the mag release. 

Unfortunately the release  button is too small and too sharp. If you are NOT practicing rapid reloads, this may not be a problem at all, especially if you’re only doing some light practicing and replacing the magazine once or twice. 

However, when you’re at a shooting range or trying to practice fast reloads you’ll find that the stock mag release button can make your thumb a bit sore.The solution? Replace it with the Glock extended magazine release from Rowe Tactical.

Once you’ve installed the  extended magazine release button, you’ll find that you no longer have to make adjustments to your grip when you release the magazine, leaving your thumb feeling great! The results? Faster reloads! Now, who wouldn’t want that?

Glock 19 Accessory #3: The Ghost Inc. 3.5 lb Trigger Connector

First, it is important to note that nothing is wrong with the original trigger pull that Glock 19 Gen5 MOS has. It works just fine. 

However, the inclusion of a new 3.5 lb trigger connector will no doubt make you a better shooter. 

If you’re a newbie in the Glock world, let us define first what a connector is. 

A connector is a part of the trigger assembly that regulates the amount of pressure involved whenever you pull the trigger and allow it to engage. 

Unfortunately, the factory version of the Glock 19’s trigger could weigh as much as 6 lbs and will have an impact on your shooting accuracy over time. 

The factory version requires a long pull before you reach the breaking point, and you may feel there is nothing wrong with this trigger pull.  

In other words, you have to squeeze the trigger harder to be able to hear that “click,” firing the bullet. 

The fact of the matter is, the more energy you exert in pulling a trigger with a heavier poundage, the more you’re moving your finger which can inadvertently lead to you pulling the gun and affecting your accuracy and ability to hit the target bullseye.  

Initially, you may be able to shoot with precision for the first or second magazine using your Glock 19 Gen 5’s factory trigger.

But, when you need to pull the trigger several times like you would when you’re practicing a rapid fire scenario, your accuracy will be compromised with that long and heavy trigger.

The beauty of an upgraded trigger connector is you don’t have to deal with the challenges and difficulty of a long trigger pull. 

You can change it to a 3.5 lbs trigger connector from Ghostinc.com, allowing you to shoot with more accuracy,  In turn making you a better and faster shooter. 

You’ll notice this to be especially true during a rapid fire practice session. Your trigger finger won’t become tired like it would with the original trigger, thus giving you the opportunity to make a more precise shot.  

Additionally, installing a lighter trigger can significantly help maintain your sight alignment when you’re shooting since you won’t be exerting as much effort on your trigger pulls, no matter how many times you pull the trigger.

A 3.5 lb trigger connector is not only easy to install, it’s also an inexpensive addition, we give this a thumbs up!

Glock 19 Accessory #4: TALON Grips

When you conceal carry, does that rough granulated texture of your Glock 19 Gen 5 grip rubbing against your stomach bother you? If so, then you must install and adhere TALON Grips to your handgun grip. 

The adhesives on the TALON Grip die-cut stick-on typically last one to three years and you can always remove them whenever you’d like to. The best part is, it won’t leave any sticky residue  on the grip once you remove it properly. 

The process of adhering this tape to your handgun is a breeze. All you need is a heat gun and the TALON Grip. Of course, you always want to conduct a safety check to make sure your firearm is completely unloaded before installation. 

These custom grips come in three different types: Granulate , Rubber and PRO. The Rubber grip is especially perfect for concealed carry and for open holster carry. 

The Granulated type is considered to be ideal for open carry, its texture is similar  to sandpaper handgun grips. 

The PRO type is a combination of rubbery and granulated textures. This type of TALON  Grip allows for aggressive grip without that irritating abrasive feel on the skin. 

Once your TALON Grip is properly installed it does not move and stays firmly in place, which can help you with faster and more precise follow up shots. 

Glock 19 Accessory #5: Taran Tactical Innovations Glock 19/23 +2/3 Base Pad

Last but certainly not least, our fifth must-have accessory, the Taran Tactical Innovations Glock 19/23 +2/3 base pad. As we have mentioned in our Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS video review, the aftermarket parts availability of this firearm is nearly limitless. 

You can certainly add more accessories and modify your Glock to your heart’s content. This list of accessories would not be complete if we did not mention extended base pads. 

This Taran Tactical Innovations extended base pad will add 3 extra rounds in 9mm or  2 extra rounds in the 40 Caliber magazine. The use of this extended base pad enables empty mags to drop a lot quicker, translating to faster reloads and a significant edge over your competitors. 

The best part about this Glock 19 Gen 5 accessory is it is so easy to assemble and does not require complete disassembly. You only have to push down the pin, and then allow the base pad to slide onto the Glock’s magazine. 

However, this addition could mean extra added weight to your firearm, that said, its weight disadvantage is far outweighed by its benefits. 

The thought of being able to do field stripping and magazine cleaning with ease and convenience, definitely means you’re getting the best bang for your buck. 

Any upgrade that you do for your Glock must be done with an aim to ensure that it works and functions better for you and your intended use. 

It’s your Glock and your opinion matters, don’t rely on somebody else’s ideas of Glock upgrades; other people’s upgrades could mean a downgrade for you so be sure to think about how the accessory adds to your comfort level or improves your performance and the intended use. 

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