So school me on Gen 2 Glocks.

[maroonandwhite]

I just picked up a Gen 2 Glock 19 made in April of 1996. It is the 2 pin model and I am curious to know if that is a big deal with the 9mm. From what I am reading the extra pin was mainly added for the .40 S&W. I have no idea of round count either so I will be replacing most all of the springs other than the recoil spring as it is new. If you could recommend where to buy a spring kit that would be great.

 

Also I called Glock with the serial number and they told me there are no issues with it that need updating. I am excited to have found one and just want know a little more about it from some of you Gen 2 aficionados. 

[Spurholder]

Ah...no rail!  Deal-breaker for certain.  I'll take it off your hands...

 

Seriously, though - why, oh, why did Glock mess with something that ran like a sewing machine?

 

Great find!

 

Brownells can help you with the springs, as can the other online "Glock parts and accessories stores."

Edited September 12, 2014 by Spurholder

[runco]

Congrats! 

 

I currently own 7 different gen2 glocks.  They are proven too me!  My opinion, they are a very solid and proven platform, and made Glock what they are today.  I personally do not like the rail, finger grooves or the finish of the Gen3 and Gen4. 

[maroonandwhite]

Yeah I am indifferent on the rail as I don't use it but I do not care for the finger grooves. They do fit my fingers well but I just don't think they are that comfortable.

 

Someone posted a link online to a $20 spring kit but I can't seem to find it. I'll have to do a little digging. I believe it was one of the specialty Glock retailers.

[Wingshooter]

Gen2's are my favorite, too. I've never had an issue with the 19 gen2. I recently picked up a gen1 G17. It feels nice too

[TnShooter83]

The pin in the 2nd Gens don't typically break that often. I heard reports that after many thousands of rounds they have broken.

The round count was so high that at the time (and still) it just about considered normal wear and tear.

The reason Glock went to the 3 pin in the 9mm was really because it's easier to produce on frame than 2 different frames.

The 19/23 frame is the same. Therefor you can just grab any frame and build it. No need to be caliber specific

And the 3rd pin only benefited the 9mm. 

Edited September 13, 2014 by TnShooter83

[Patton]

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The reason Glock went to the 3 pin in the 9mm was really because it's easier to produce on frame than 2 different frames.

There are actually very, very few reports of problems on 2nd gen 2 pin frames and it is easier to just produce the same frames. However, it quickly became apparent to Glock within one year of the 3rd gen frames that the 2pin 9mm could not handle rail mounted accessories. There was about a year of 2 pin, 9mm 3rd gens made.

[TnShooter83]

There are actually very, very few reports of problems on 2nd gen 2 pin frames and it is easier to just produce the same frames. However, it quickly became apparent to Glock within one year of the 3rd gen frames that the 2pin 9mm could not handle rail mounted accessories. There was about a year of 2 pin, 9mm 3rd gens made.

 

I knew of the 2 pin gen 3's, but not of the light issue.

Thanks, now I know.

[maroonandwhite]

[quote name="TnShooter83" post="1189285" timestamp="1410577011"]The pin in the 2nd Gens don't typically break that often. I heard reports that after many thousands of rounds they have broken. The round count was so high that at the time (and still) it just about considered normal wear and tear. The reason Glock went to the 3 pin in the 9mm was really because it's easier to produce on frame than 2 different frames. The 19/23 frame is the same. Therefor you can just grab any frame and build it. No need to be caliber specific And the 3rd pin only benefited the 9mm. [/quote] Did you mean it only benefitted the 9mm or .40?

[runco]

This is a good thread on the subject matter, its own another gun forum:  http://www.glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1371170

[maroonandwhite]

This is a good thread on the subject matter, its own another gun forum:  http://www.glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1371170

 

Another forum? Blasphemy.  :rofl:  Thanks I'll check it out.

[Erik88]

I love my gen 2 19. It was made in 1988, the same year I was born. You shouldn't have any problems with it. I plan on having my slide refinished by Robar eventually.

[maroonandwhite]

So do you guys replace any of the springs other than the recoil spring often? I complete broke this one down last night for a good deep cleaning and everything looked nice but just dirty. Do any of these other springs wear out in a normal lifetime?

 

I am contemplating just replacing the slide stop lever (finish is gone) and possibly putting in the extended mag release (have to re position my hand to get mags to drop) and just leaving it alone. I know the parts are cheap but hey money is money.

[pops572]

Get the Tango Down Vickers extended mag release if you are gonna replace it, much better than the OEM extended.

[Erik88]

So do you guys replace any of the springs other than the recoil spring often? I complete broke this one down last night for a good deep cleaning and everything looked nice but just dirty. Do any of these other springs wear out in a normal lifetime?

 

I am contemplating just replacing the slide stop lever (finish is gone) and possibly putting in the extended mag release (have to re position my hand to get mags to drop) and just leaving it alone. I know the parts are cheap but hey money is money.

 

My Glock was long overdue for a recall so I shipped it back to Glock. I'm fairly certain they replaced all the springs. If I were you I would go ahead and replace those old springs. Keep them as spares though. 

[SonnyCrockett]

If you dont need a rail Gen 2s imo are just as good as any glock out there and if you get one on a police trade in

for about 20 bucks you can add a fresh set of springs and be good to go 

[maroonandwhite]

Yeah I went ahead and put a new slide lock lever and spring along with a new trigger spring in this one. The recoil spring was already replaced recently. Gonna get a chance to sling some lead downrange this weekend so I can get re accustomed to pointing this thing.

 

I'd take a $20 Gen 2 all day long in any shape.  :pleased:

[frankmako]

the g2 glock 19 is one great gun.  the round count on my 80's model g19 is very high and it still has the factory spring/trigger in it.  i would shoot it as it is and don't worry about changing out springs.  if it is not broken don't mess with it.  if you have a chance to go to the metro atlanta area you can stop in at glock.  they will rebuild and check your gun while you wait.  the last one i had done took about 30 minutes.  

[maroonandwhite]

the g2 glock 19 is one great gun.  the round count on my 80's model g19 is very high and it still has the factory spring/trigger in it.  i would shoot it as it is and don't worry about changing out springs.  if it is not broken don't mess with it.  if you have a chance to go to the metro atlanta area you can stop in at glock.  they will rebuild and check your gun while you wait.  the last one i had done took about 30 minutes.  

I am contemplating going down there on my vacation in Oct. Do they do any factory tours or anything?

[frankmako]

i don't think they have any tours.  they did not when i went there.   

[maroonandwhite]

Yeah after looking online it seems if you take their advanced armorers course you get a tour but I won't be doing that anytime soon. Not worth a trip to me just to get an updated mag and a few springs and such. I'm just ready to go shoot this thing. I have been hung up on M&P's for a year or so now but I gotta say this Glock feels better in my hand than I remember.