Glock triggerblock safety

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the duck of death

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I'm interested in getting a Glock, either a 23,27 or a 30. I don't trust the trigger safety of the Glock (and I'm not trying to start a flame, it just doesn't work for me). What I'd like is some feedbacklk on the triggerblock insert offered by clipdraw.com called the Saf-T-Blok.
 
Perhaps you could be more precise as to what you distrust about them? That might help focus (and temper) the responses.

I think most people will tell you that those things are not necesary in holster carry, and they'll be right. I believe they have some potential use if you want to carry "Mexican" style or in some brands/types of fanny packs (I have one that I use a trigger block in). And always, it's one more thing to remember to do when you need your gun. I would never, ever use one in a holster.
 
I'm not interested in starting a general discussion as to the safe carry of the Glock. I'm only interested in others with experience with the trigger block, ie. how they fit, are they easy to punch out and start firing the gun etc? As I said this is not a flame war--I don't care how you carry your Glock I just want some info so I'll feel comfortable carrying a Glock. I think the trigger block may be the answer and want some input. As I said I think the Glock is an interesting gun and an considering getting one.
 
If you're scared of it, get something else. Your not going to carry something(regularly) that you are so afraid of, you must rely on some third party piece of plastic to keep you from pulling the trigger. :rolleyes:

Get a Sig/Beretta with a safety, and enjoy what you shoot. One nice thing about a GLOCK though, it will absolutely plant in your brain, KEEP YOUR FINGER OUT OF THE TRIGGER GUARD! I carry a 1911 now, cocked and locked, with no fear.

Glocks don't go off if you don't pull the trigger, pure and simple.

Be safe
IGF
 
duck - You asked for feedback, I gave you feedback based on my experience. My opinions and how I carry my Glock and use a triggerblock (or mostly don't) are formed from my EXPERIENCE with the thing, whether you "care" or not. BTW, the fanny pack I use a trigger block in is one I only use to transport the gun around in, not carry.

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How do they work? Very simply: they snap in, they snap out as advertised. Use the set screw to adjust fit if necessary, but do not over-snug the fit. You may need to sand it down some to optimally fit your individual trigger - mine sticks in one of my G19's. Do not manipulate the slide with one installed.

All-in-all, it will add a measureable element of awkwardness (and time) to your shooting because you are doing 2 trigger finger manipulations instead of one. It already takes time to develop a good draw from a holster, and be warned that these complicate it further.

In all candor, if you are only comfortable carrying a Glock with one of these installed, I would not get a Glock. It makes no sense to spend good money buying a gun that you honestly believe is unsafe in some respect as it comes from the factory. You will be more comfortable with a true double action pistol with a thumb safety, and probably a decocker. That means a Beretta or HK or Ruger or ..., I'm sure I've missed something. A thumb safety will be much quicker to release and does not pre-occupy the trigger finger. Proper trigger control causes perhaps more marksmanship problems than anything else, and that finger does not need any additional tasks.

If you do buy a Glock and install a trigger block, practice drawing and/or shooting ONLY with it installed, EVERY SINGLE TIME. Because if you don't, the first time you really need your gun you will forget to push out the block and then you're majorly, perhaps lethally, screwed. I've done it at the range.
 
I've had a Saf-T-Blok on my nightstand G19 for the past two years. My brother keeps one on his G26 ever since his CCW instructor recommended them. Works fine for both of us. I live in a non-CCW state, so unfortunately I can't tell you how well it fits into a holster. The Blok has a nylon set screw that one adjusts with a small allen wrench that comes in the kit. You can regulate the amount of friction for your own preference and fit the Blok to more than one pistol if needed. Depending on how ambitious you are with the set screw, the block pops out with little effort. If you can train yourself to keep your finger off the trigger, you can just as easily learn to pop the Blok with nary a thought. Even if you only use it long enough to become comfortable with Glock's trigger and safety systems, it's a fairly inexpensive item. My recommendation is to get the RED Saf-T-Blok. I started with the black one, but the first time I tried it, the cat was on it before it hit the floor and smacked it under the bed. I had a fine time looking for it in the dark. If you want to save a few bucks, pass on the "optional" 3-dial combination lock. It's just a Master Lock #646D that you can pick up for $3.50 anywhere luggage is sold.
 
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I have one on my G26. I had to exchange the first one that I received because it was made for older Glocks and didn't fit quite right. The Saf-T-Block that I have now fits snuggly in place behind the trigger and stays put until I deliberately pop it out. For me it's a matter of my own personal comfort level (which I'm sure is different than the comfort level of others).
 
Thank you for the info. This is what I want. Does the block work and how hard is it to pop out. I didn't know that is has a tension screw. Thanks again for the info.
 
Does the block work and how hard is it to pop out

It's very easy to pop out and stays in place till you pop it, thanks to the tension screw. Just push and it more or less "shoots" out once it's free of the tension of the trigger and trigger guard. The part of the Saf-T-Blok that extends toward the right side of the trigger, that is, the part that you push, extends out far enough that you don't have to search for it. Granted, I've never had to pop it out under stress or pressure. Only popped it out when practicing.
 
Duck ,
I had the same concearns and bought one and I am very happy with it. I use it in my G26 when I carry in a belly band or a fanny pack.....I don't own a conventional holster... Use the tension screw to seat the block in place so it fits FIRMLY behind the trigger
drop it on the bed or couch a few dozen times to see if it pops out if it doesn't then its tight enough ( I e-mailed the company and they told me you couldn,t hurt the trigger no matter how tight it was)....I also painted mine orange so I don't forget it's there if you rack the slide when unloading your gun. That could possibly hurt the trigger. It doesn't and any time to drawing and firing and I feel safer using one. Many posters have said they used it for a while until they felt more secure carring a Glock and then removed the block never using it again.... Peace of mind is worth something... Get one ....You will like it.............
 
I'd personally never use one. I use my Glock 19 for CCW carry and dont need to spend the extra seconds punching out another safety device. I have every confidence in my ability to safely hoster and unholster my weapon without shooting my foot off. But, and I say but, if I did have to carry it in say a fanny pack that didnt keep the weapon secure or a backpack then I would concider using one. On the other hand, If I had to carry that way instead of in my IWB holster, then I would rather carry my full size Taurus PT100 instead of the Glock and call it a day.
 
Glocks are meant to be carried in a holster that shields the trigger guard. If that is done, they are perfectly safe and adding a Saf-T-Blok doesn't make much sense.

If that mode of carry is not desired/feasible (for example if you wanted to store the gun loaded in a soft case or carry it in a fanny pack), then it makes perfect sense to use a Saf-T-Blok. Your only other safe option would be to leave the gun in Condition 3 (chamber empty).

Saf-T-Bloks pop out easily and quickly. They have two problems.

1. There are two models. It's not easy to tell which model you need, and the wrong one can put tension on the trigger safety eventually deactivating it.

2. When you pop them out, they tend to travel a few feet and bounce around a bit. In other words, you might want to carry a spare in case you have to draw but don't want to get down on your knees and hunt around in the grass to find your Saf-T-Blok afterwards.


Good shooting,

John
 
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