The OAL for the G5 19 is shorter that Gen 3 and 4 so some round do not want to load. Have some reman 9mm 147 hollow point they chamber fine in my 48 and 43 and p365. I am going to get 3rd party barrel for my g5 19.

 

I could be mistaken, but I thought Glock reverted back to the original chamber specs for the Gen 5 models. I'm not sure when this happened or if it was just specifically the G19's.

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Maybe your weakly racking the round and not pushing the slide back all the way. Does it also happen when you just drop the slide lock?

 

Operating the gun requires focus and intensity. Sloppy operation will lead to sloppy function.

Yes mag needs to be properly locked in to work.
Yes the slide needs to be cycled properly, that means pulled back fully and let go-- not EASED or interfered with going back...or use the slide release lever.

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If neither of the above apply, then your ammo may be non-standard, but the above are the 2 main causes of your symptoms.

 

I've had first round loading problems ONLY when using a 10-round G19 mag. My first round loading problem occurred in Gens 3, 4, & 5, not just Gen5.

I understand Glock now has a newer 2183-2 follower, but I've not yet tried it as a 10-round G19 mag is only a range mag for me (or ban location, should I decide to carry my G19Gen5 in such a place).

EDIT 8/28/19: I do have the 2183-2 follower (I thought I only had the old/original follower) and did a brief test. JHP rounds (Speed Gold Dot and a Federal HST) both would not chamber from slide lock back, if there was only one round in the mag. The rounds fed fine if there were 2 or 10 rounds loaded in the mag. I suppose if, for some reason, I was down to just one round, I'd have to chamber-load that last round (probably unlikely, but suppose it could happen).

Otherwise, Post#4 seems to have covered the issues. OP didn't mention what ammo or mags. Also, Glock's parts list indicates the latest regular 15-round mag should have a #6 follower now. The latest mag follower is usually a good idea to use.

 

Also, Glock's parts list indicates the latest regular 15-round mag should have a #6 follower now. The latest mag follower is usually a good idea to use.

My Gen5 G26 magazines have the #7 follower. Until you mentioned it, I was unaware there was a difference.

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Either of the two options you mentioned could cause the problem. Make sure the mag is firmly seated every time and make sure you pull the slide all the way back and let it fly forward, and see if the problem persists. You might pick up some dummy rounds to test at home to see if those fixes solve your problem.

My 19 gen 5, serial BGFW... hasnt had any trouble. I've only used the original mags and a couple of Magpul 17 round mags, with HST, Fiochhi, Federal, Blazer, Magtech and S&B ammo (all brass FMJ except the HST).

 

My early gen 4 19 does exactly the same. A bit of a slap to the magazines bottom fixes it every time. I've ruled out ammo and magazine as the cause, guess my gun's just a bit kinky.

 

When I am consciously inserting the mag with enough force I never have any problems and obviously pulling the slide back hard.

That and the fact that you aren't having problems during firing makes me think it is your error. It is not a delicate instrument. It doesn't need to be abused, but you can do things firmly without hurting it. Put the mag in solidly. Rack the slide completely and let it go forward. Nothing you can do with your hands is more forceful that the stresses it gets when shooting. Don't baby the pistol and I bet you come out fine.

 

Nothing you can do with your hands is more forceful that the stresses it gets when shooting.

Don't know if this is the OP's issue, but it's a point many don't realize or just refuse to accept.

 

You should be using the slide release lever, that's what it's for! Racking the slide's for those who know, no better. Learn the auto pistol, you'll have ZERO problems with your Glock.

 

There's a lot of fail in that post.



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Sling shot it like you mean it . I would only use the slide stop lever if I was forced to use one handed operation .

 

Well to be fair, Taran tactical recommends using the slide stop lever, as its faster. Obviously, he is a 3 gun shooter and micro seconds count. But its ok to practice both ways.

 

its ok to practice both ways.

+1. I think everyone should be at least familiar with both ways. I'd also add not to use your strong hand appendages to drop the slide if you use the slide stop lever...use your weak hand appendage.

 

I've had first round loading problems ONLY when using a 10-round G19 mag. My first round loading problem occurred in Gens 3, 4, & 5, not just Gen5.

I understand Glock now has a newer 2183-2 follower, but I've not yet tried it as a 10-round G19 mag is only a range mag for me (or ban location, should I decide to carry my G19Gen5 in such a place).

Otherwise, Post#4 seems to have covered the issues. OP didn't mention what ammo or mags. Also, Glock's parts list indicates the latest regular 15-round mag should have a #6 follower now. The latest mag follower is usually a good idea to use.

Dang... I remember the 9mm3 follower being all the rage...

 

Hi guys the ammo I am using is winchester nato 9 mm fmj 124 grain so it is not reload ammo. I just wanted to confirm it was my technique and it seems like it is. I have 200 rounds through it and it has been flawless. This gun though does seem more sensitive than the other Glocks I have since they have not had any problems chambering rounds. Every gun is unique and they have their quirks. Obviously that is why you need to shoot a gun to get familiar with it .

 

Hi I finally figure out what was happening with my Glock. Since the gen 5 has a slide stop on the other side my hand was pushing it and this is why I couldn't rack it. It explains why I never had this problems with my other Glocks since the don't have one. So I feel good that the problem is solved.

 

Using the slide stop lever to release the slide probably unnecessarily removes metal on the lever. While you can do it the question is should you do it? Good discussion.


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Negative, both ways are acceptable and taught by reputable schools.

LEA's teach you to rack the slide.