F#@* the Glockstore!

[TaintedArt]

I don't even know what to say. I am blown away at this development.

I bought a Glock 17 (gen 3). I was very unhappy with the trigger. And at the time I didn't know about places like Gunfighter Tactical and Wilde Built. So I decided to go to the Glockstore to have a new connector and spring set put in.

Well some time passes, I am relatively happy with the set up. Got some light strikes but I supposed that was the territory that comes with a new spring kit.

THEN, my gun starts double tapping. But, not in the good way. In the way that the gun fires on the trigger pull AND FIRES ON THE TRIGGER RESET!!! This is preposterous.

So I take it to the Glockstore. They "fix" it. Only the second time I shot it after that it starts the whole thing over again. Its still broken.

Then I get a phone call from my friend who has the same gun (Glock 17) and the same spring kit and Double Diamond connecter and ran into the SAME problems. He goes into the Glockstore today. And they "fix it" not even an hour later he was dry firing it and the same thing fires on the pull and the reset.

This is just stupid. What a bunch of crappy parts. I will never buy stuff there again and my gun (as well as his) are still broken. I am willing to go spend more money anywhere else to get good quality parts. What a joke.

[Mad Mensch]

I have a bone to pick with the Glockstore as well so I apologize if this post isn't regarding the same failure you experienced. But it does also have to do with the same spring kit.

I was talked into getting that same competition spring kit the last time I was in the Glockstore and I ended up removing it after I realized how unsafe that product is. The problem isn't just the lighter springs, it's the improper ratio of spring poundage they use on the springs. The springs have to contain the right amount of counter resistance on the components in order for everything to function properly.

When I installed the kit I found that the trigger safety was ALWAYS engaged even if the trigger was fully reset. The other problem is their safety spring is a lot smaller and weaker than the OEM spring, its almost nonexistent. Any fouling in the safety plunger will cause the safety to fail if used with the competition safety spring. This may be why your gun was firing even upon reset.

I think the Glockstore is being very socially irresponsible for recommending the use of their competition spring kit to people who are not using it for match purposes. ESPECIALLY if you are using your Glock for home defense. This is why I will never shop at the Glockstore ever again. That and I can't stand Lenny Magill's tight shirts.

[JWHuey]

Same thing happened to me with a LW 3.5 connector they installed in a 23 I had.
To top it off, the guy who did the work was a douche about it when I brought it back to have him fix his potentially felonious (to me) eff up.

What I learned was twofold.
1. Never give Glockstore my money again.
2. Glocks only malfunction when you alter them internally from stock.

[TaintedArt]

Update:

My friend took his gun back to the glockstore after he had just got home from them "fixing" it and it was still broken.

After he explained how unsafe this is and that it's total crap that it's failing like this he wanted his stock parts back in. Lenny was there and said he would give him his money back. Well, they did replace all his OEM parts but refused to give him his money back. They cited that if he doesn't have a receipt he can't get his money back.

To my knowledge the glockstore makes the double diamond soooo... uh where else could he have got it?!?

What a bunch of ****bags.

[golfguy]

Kimber

[Jet Setter]

Perhaps it has something to do with the gun being a Glock...

Seriously, that is a terrible situation to be in compounded by a crappy store selling crappy parts.

[Corbin Dallas]

Has nothing to do with glock. It has to do with sub standard parts installed and not tuned properly.

Seems in this day and age if you can open a box you're a glock expert.

I do all my own work and use only glock factory parts and Wolff springs.

YMMV

[guardcompany]

I bought a double diamond directly from Lenny at SHOT show this year. 48 hours later it was in my trash can. If anyone really care about the full story PM me. I've had excellent luck with Scherer connectors. They were recommend to be in Glock Armorer's school and I've never looked back. I have a standard Ghost 3.5 in one of my Glocks too and never had an issue.

Also this: http://www.bbb.org/san-diego/busines...go-ca-3001018/

[zoid52]

Lenny is a big time scammer & has been scamming the SD people for over 25 Years. Stay away from this POS!

[Mad Mensch]

Originally Posted by guardcompany

Also this: http://www.bbb.org/san-diego/busines...go-ca-3001018/

Wow 59 BBB complaints mostly about glockstore taking people's money and never sending out the product. All the while Lenny's tricked-out Mercedes Benz AMG is sitting pretty in front of his store paid in full.

[pc_load_letter]

Help me out, is this Double Diamond connector different than the Ghost connector?

I have the Ghost connector and I do not have any issues.

[guardcompany]

Originally Posted by pc_load_letter

Help me out, is this Double Diamond connector different than the Ghost connector?

I have the Ghost connector and I do not have any issues.

Yes. Same part but totally different manufactures.

[jeffafa]

Although I can't comment on the double diamond connector as I have never used one, my in-store experience with the Glockstore service has been quite the opposite of what I'm reading here, although it's been a few months since I've been in there. I've always had great service from Matt and the crew there. I did have a OEM '-' connector installed with new springs, and after a couple of light strikes I went back, asked them to replace all of the springs back to stock they did it no questions asked while I waited, and then we went in to their little on-site range and Matt let me shoot until I was satisfied.
I've been in there a handful of times and this this was the norm for their service every time.

It sounds like this part is a dud, and I would recommend talking to Matt directly to see if he can't help resolve the issue.

[Steve G]

Aren't glock store products made in China? I personally only use OEM products in my Glock's.....

[jnojr]

Originally Posted by Jet Setter

Perhaps it has something to do with the gun being a Glock...

Millions of Glocks work just fine.

[Mr. Patis]

I dunno but everywhere I go I see glocks go for 550 and up. They sell them for 499 at the glockstore but I never bought anything else there...all my glocks are stock

[1HitaQuita]

Maybe it has something to do with the double diamond connector combined with the stock trigger set and/or springs, or the lighter springs combined with the stock trigger set and/or connector. I purchased the pyramid trigger set for my G23. That trigger set comes with the double diamond connector, competition springs, & trigger safety plunger. I've had none of those problems & my trigger pull & reset is SWEET!! However I did to the install & tuning myself

[fiveover]

I got the Double Diamond connector and love it. I installed it in my G19 myself and it functions perfectly for me. My first 2 shots I noticed how much lighter the break was. I did NOT install any springs, just the connector. All I can say is it helped my accuracy.

[kaquino]

i saw someone on instagram post a video of this same situation where the trigger breaks again on the reset with a G19C. their website has so much appeal, but reading posts like this will keep me from doing business with them. thanks for the information guys

[bulletblood]

Eff the glockstore, their parking situation alone is failure of function.

[kelvin232]

Originally Posted by jnojr

Millions of Glocks work just fine.

And most Ford Pintos didn't explode....

[rogerdo]

Hit and miss for me. Don't think I'm buying more guns in store from them. I'd order on the internet from them. Don't bring your kids, some or just one guy spits expletives everyother word. Not impressed.

[AP2]

They've gone a bit downhill from a couple years ago when I bought my G17 from them.

I had their "competition" trigger job done and experienced double fires when I shot it. They fixed the issue but the vibe I received made me uneasy. Needless to say, haven't been in much since.

[omalley72]

I had the same experience as the OP. Took it back to have them "fix" it, failed again so I decided to just install the original parts myself. Functioned perfect after that. Not only are the parts sub par, but the service is as well. It seems they are more interested in hanging out with their friends than helping customer. Also, is there a competition within the staff to see who can say "brother" the most? Needless to say, I am no longer a customer there.

[jasonbaldini]

I asked the guy on the Ebay Glockstore about a particular trigger system showing him a video of a failed trigger after 600 rounds, and there were numerous complaints about this trigger, which they sell and are the only ones I know of that sell it, and he said they probably didn't adjust it right and that for the amount they sell the complaints haven't been much. Take that for what's it worth.

I come from autoparts industry and I know cheap parts up and down, typically stay away from parts that a small company makes and no one else sells, unlike LWD.

Someone also said "chinese" parts in this forum. That's kind of like the argument what is faster 60 mph in an escort or a corvette, unless the odometer is wrong, get it. Chinese parts are great if they are made great, but find out material before just buying. titanium is the same in china as it is here, as it is in Germany and it would cost them more money to alter it.

Someone mentioned prices on guns, none of these places have the best prices, not "cheaper than dirt" or glock store or any of them, the places with the best prices are Buds, Whittakers, Tombstone tactical, etc and some do matching some have layaway with no extra charge, just saying if we aren't talking buying, that's what's up.
I don't know a better priced gun than Glock for what you get and I'm not a Glock main guy but can't deny the prices, I have 3

Probably we need an update to Glockstore situation I notice technical issues very quickly so I can say the website needs some attention it seems to go down more often than it should and searching didn't work (I see that a lot and if it doesn't why is the search bar even there), quick results works but that's for selecting.

As far as the serious claims here, scamming, not sending stuff, parts that break immediately (these weak trigger safety springs, etc), if any of that is true it needs to be fixed and I hope it is because a lot of newbs will go there and I like the chance to get stuff there if it's in stock and I need it, but these bigger issues need to be acknowledged, and maybe they already have, IDK.

Is there a Nevada guns sight (no I will not search for it, actually I would already found it if there was a good one, not? Don't hate our laws are good, but Cal has the best services.

[Calico1404]

Very glad I read this. I just got into glock and was seriously considering the Glock store for some upgrades on a 19 17 and 34 . Not no mo'!
Thanks for nothing glock store and thanks OP for the heads up

[deephouse]

Just my two cents here. I have a Walther PPQ M2, acclaimed for the "best" striker fired trigger. In reality it's smooth and light. But if you ride the reset to tight you can unintentionally double tap. Google it.

I have a G19 with stock trigger and I've always been a proponent of the heavy pull, but mushy and prominent stop right before it breaks.

I suspect it has something to do with a trigger being too light, AND riding the reset so tight that the inertia from the recoil causes the "2nd pull"

Im not an expert but it's something to think about.


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[nedro]

I bought OEM mags and parts from them at least 3 different times.
No issues.
Nobody should have race parts installed unless they know how to do it themselves. And exactly why (what purpose) they are doing it.
Screw the Mall Ninja who just wants to show all his friends the awesome trick parts he just had some armorer slap together.

[LeadFarmer74]

This should be moved so that all members might see this.

[sjg1966]

I didn't have any internals changed there by them, but I did go in one time to get a set of TruGlo TFO sights installed on my G20.

The female at the counter seemed instantly annoyed when I told her what I wanted and began to interrogate me about where I had obtained the sights, since I didn't buy from them I figured.

I got the sights installed and they were done correctly and spot on when I shot the pistol.

Needless to say because of the staff members crappy demeanor I've never set foot in their shop again. I'll stick to shops that are happy to earn my business, even if it is something as simple as installing sights.

[Bobby Ricigliano]

Has anyone ever bought a new Glock and just shot it? It seems like people are in a rush to dick up perfectly good firearms with unneeded aftermarket crap installed by some hack gunsmith.

[ElDub1950]

Originally Posted by nedro

I bought OEM mags and parts from them at least 3 different times.
No issues.
Nobody should have race parts installed unless they know how to do it themselves. And exactly why (what purpose) they are doing it.
Screw the Mall Ninja who just wants to show all his friends the awesome trick parts he just had some armorer slap together.

Originally Posted by Bobby Ricigliano

Has anyone ever bought a new Glock and just shot it? It seems like people are in a rush to dick up perfectly good firearms with unneeded aftermarket crap installed by some hack gunsmith.

Both of the above cover it pretty well.

How many times have we seen threads here "I have my new Glock x in jail. What upgrades should I be buying?" Then later see the threads "Glocks Suck! I had upgraded the X and replaced the Y and added a new Z and bought a couple boxes of Billy Bob's Reloads and when I took it to the range for the first time and it was constant problems. What a piece of crap."

I think it's fine to tinker and learn and try things. The keywork is learn. You can upgrade a Glock for competition purposes if you want to, but you can't successfully do it by just throwing $40 of random parts at it.

[PyroFox79]

Originally Posted by Bobby Ricigliano

Has anyone ever bought a new Glock and just shot it? It seems like people are in a rush to dick up perfectly good firearms with unneeded aftermarket crap installed by some hack gunsmith.

I have! The only thing I've changed on my 3 glocks is the sights of two of them. Other than that they are stock. The trigger doesn't bother me. I do kind of want a punisher skull back plate but I won't give my money to the glock store.

[Bobby Ricigliano]

Originally Posted by PyroFox79

I have! The only thing I've changed on my 3 glocks is the sights of two of them. Other than that they are stock. The trigger doesn't bother me. I do kind of want a punisher skull back plate but I won't give my money to the glock store.

I would say replacing sights or cosmetic alterations are no big deal, as neither has the potential to screw up the factory internal mechanics. Many of these folks though who keep the aftermarket parts market afloat would be better served by more range time.

[Oceanbob]

I am of the opinion if it works, don't fix it.

I will say that I have gotten superior service from Glockstore and Lenny.

I never let one incident or interaction with a grumpy employee affect my
Opinion of an entire company. Glockstore or Turners.

Lenny runs a big company. He's a professional. I've had Lenny bring parts I need
To the Costa Mesa Gunshow and he (and his staff) go out of their way to
Accommodate me.

I personally Like the guy and I have his personal cell number on my phone.

I will continue to buy items from the. Glockstore.

Be well
Bob

[Mk.32]

Originally Posted by ElDub1950

Both of the above cover it pretty well.

How many times have we seen threads here "I have my new Glock x in jail. What upgrades should I be buying?" Then later see the threads "Glocks Suck! I had upgraded the X and replaced the Y and added a new Z and bought a couple boxes of Billy Bob's Reloads and when I took it to the range for the first time and it was constant problems. What a piece of crap."

I think it's fine to tinker and learn and try things. The keywork is learn. You can upgrade a Glock for competition purposes if you want to, but you can't successfully do it by just throwing $40 of random parts at it.

I don't think anyone here is saying "glock suck!" but the discussion is about parts and service from a local store called "The Glock Store".

I am all for modifying a firearm, I do it personally as I like to be the one working on my gun. But any shop that makes a product and installs should stand behind.

[Dvrjon]

Originally Posted by Calico1404

Very glad I read this. I just got into glock and was seriously considering the Glock store for some upgrades on a 19 17 and 34 . Not no mo'!
Thanks for nothing glock store and thanks OP for the heads up

Originally Posted by LeadFarmer74

This should be moved so that all members might see this.

Jeez. I'm not a fan of the GlockStore because it just feels "cheesy" to me. (Or maybe it's Lenny's videos from the 80's shooting full auto in the desert with the wind flowing through his mullet).

However, the OP is over 2 years old, and didn't get a bunch of "me too" responses to his problem. If there was a problem at the time, there have been two years for people shoving new crap into GLOCKS to get annoyed with it. That hasn't happened.

Now, because of something that may have happened quite awhile ago you think there's a current issue?

Stop screwing around with new guns and go shoot.

Originally Posted by Bobby Ricigliano

Has anyone ever bought a new Glock and just shot it? It seems like people are in a rush to dick up perfectly good firearms with unneeded aftermarket crap installed by some hack gunsmith Armorer.

+10

[baranski]

Originally Posted by PyroFox79

I have! The only thing I've changed on my 3 glocks is the sights of two of them. Other than that they are stock. The trigger doesn't bother me. I do kind of want a punisher skull back plate but I won't give my money to the glock store.

https://www.amazon.com/Fixxxer-Tacti...her+back+plate

[WingDings]

Purchased a pyramid trigger system from GS on 2/11. Received a confirmation email saying the order had been processed. Called 2/27. Told that they were waiting on the titanium striker which would arrive by 3/2.

Couple takeaways:

1. The website showed the item "in-stock" upon purchase.
2. Zero updates from GS throughout the entire process.

The wait continues.

[GlockN'Roll]

After repeated problems of every type, I finally stopped going to the Glockstore, except for emergencies and in stock factory parts.

I've spoke with lenny on several occasions to voice my concerns about his unsafe, uninformed and ill mannered employees.

Nothing has changed over the years including some of the worst gun store employees on the planet...

The glockstore, giving Glocks a bad name, one customer at a time...