few glock questions

[Guest]

Finally that ten day waiting period is over. IT WAS VERY VERY LONG... I will pick up my glock 17 at turner's tomorrow. I paid $558.34 out of the door plus $25 for the HSC.
My first question is should i clean my glock before i take it to the range?
I went to walmart today and bought 700 rounds of wwb (fmj) and one 50 round box of jhp, plus a bottle of breakfree CLP. What is a good cleaning kit? I dont know what to do with the JHP rounds when most ranges dont allow it. Does anyone know any range in Orange County that allow you to shoot JHP?
Is there any member in this forum is a member of the firing line in huntington beach? I dont know should i open a membership or not?

[Guest]

The membership is only good if you put in sufficient range time and if you want to try other guns. Some places require you to buy their ammo to shoot their guns. You should call the range to see if they allow jhp ammo.
I shoot a lot so the range time makes up for the membership cost.

[Guest]

If you're not familiar with 'breaking in' in new pistol do a google search on the topic.

A new barrel can have some debris, sharp edges, machining burrs etc. I usually wet patch then dry patch then light lubrication patch thru prior to firing a new piece.

[esskay]

I would field strip and clean the gun before shooting it for the first time. This is a really simple procedure with Glocks. Enjoy!

[bwiese]

ALL guns should ALWAYS be inspected before firing for possible problems, bore obstructions, etc.

Cleaning/lubing a new (to you) gun is important. Always run some wet, then dry, patches (and maybe a pass or two w/a nylon bore brush) to get rid of any accumulated debris or excess lube.

Do NOT have the insides of your barrel/chamber 'wet' with lubricant - it can cause a dangerous overpressure condition. When you clean it out w/lube, run a dry patch or two thru bbl at end to finish.

BreakFree CLP is a good general gun lube.

Glocks & other guns don't need to be 'detail stripped' to be cleaned for ordinary service. Just taking off slide + bbl + recoil spring assy and cleaning them, along w/ mag lips, and maybe a drop or two of lube in key areas, is all you need to do.



Bill Wiese
San Jose

[BigAL]

Assuming you bought a NIB G17 it will come pre-lubed with a copper based anti-seize. I guess they put that in there for people who never plan on cleaning their guns. I always suggest a new Glock buyer wipe that stuff off and re-lube with something like CLP. Glocks do not require much lube at all. Just a drop in a few of the right places is plenty. The manual covers the critical areas. When lubing my G19 I apply lube with a Q-tip so I just leave a thin film behind. If i lived in a dusty/sandy area I wouldn't hesitate to run it dry either.

[Kruzr]

Is there any member in this forum is a member of the firing line in huntington beach? I dont know should i open a membership or not?

It's a simple math equation. If you shoot more than 8 times a year, the $150 single membership at the Firing Line will pay for itself. It costs $18 for a lane (unlimited time) each time you go in. (FWIW, you also will fill out the waiver each time unless you are a member.) You also get free gun rental with the membership but must shoot the Firing Line's ammo with their guns. Any guests you bring to shoot on your lane are half price ($9.00 per visit.)

[blackmajik530@aol.com]

Definitely clean a new gun before taking it to the range. Properly lube the gun, plus... cleaning is fun!

Glocks dont require much lube at all.

1 drop on each side of the slide rails
1 drop on the connector
1 drop on the barrel lug
1 drop on the barrel

Optional: I put a drop on the inside of the slide, and spread it around with my finger so that it thinly coats the slide to prevent rust. More so as a preventive measure.

Oh I miss how easy Glocks were to maintain. You got yourself a great firearm.

[Moonclip]

The firing line range pass is a very good deal for a high volume shooter, but keep in mind there is ranges that charge 10-12 dollars to shoot and I even know of one at $7 for 2 hours!(but with many restrictions on even handgun calibers, rate of fire)

Also you asked about jhp. Firing line does not allow it, I'm not sure of all the OC ranges that do as I usually shoot in LA county or at outdooor places.

[50 Freak]

I guess they put that in there for people who never plan on cleaning their guns. I always suggest a new Glock buyer wipe that stuff off and re-lube with something like CLP. Glocks do not require much lube at all. Just a drop in a few of the right places is plenty. The manual covers the critical areas. When lubing my G19 I apply lube with a Q-tip so I just leave a thin film behind. If i lived in a dusty/sandy area I wouldn't hesitate to run it dry either.

Wow!!!! I suggest the opposite. That copperish goo is probably one of the best lubricants out there for a Glock. I would keep it on and shoot the hell out of your Glock.

Just use FMJ for the first few hundred rounds. Smooths out the feed ramp. Or you can take your dremel and LIGHTLY polish the feed ramp. I do that to all my Glocks and have yet to experience any jams. Despite my putting through hundreds of rounds of wolf, factory reloads, whatever through my Glocks.

[Moonclip]

right, don't remove the copper stuff from a new Glock, let it wear off by itself.

[BigAL]

IMO, anti-seize is just that. It is not designed to act as a lube. Glock uses this stuff b/c when they ship a gun out they have no idea how many years it will sit on a shelf before being purchased and fired. If they added just the right amount of gun oil, the gun may be bone dry by the time it is purchased. Other companies like SIG and Colt sell NIB guns packed in grease designed to prevent corrosion but not lube the gun. Either way you won't hurt the gun if you leave it on or take it off.

[Kruzr]

When we get a new Glock in, I usually put a drop of oil in the places Black Majik noted but I do leave the copper grease where it is. It will wear off soon enough.

[Forever-A-Soldier]

Good pick! Congrats on your Glock 17. (I've owned Glocks since '87.) Check out GLOCKTALK.COM for more Glock info. Get a good holster. For a basic and inexpensive holster, try a Fobus holster (under $20.) More secure holsters are available though for more $$$. Also you should seriously consider Night Sights and a flashlight (M3 or Surefire) for your Glock in the near future. Enjoy!!!

F.A.S. Out

[CaliTheKid]

It's a bit of a trek for you but when I want to shoot HP's I go to the Angeles Range in Sylmar. It's outdoors and they permit HP's. As far as what to do before you shoot-- I would give your Glock a light field strip and cleaning with the CLP. No need to take off the copper anti-seize. It will go away eventually on it's own. One thing that may or may not be relevant to your new Glock is the 10 rounds mags ship VERY tight. When I got my G22 last year I could only get 9 rounds in for the first month or so. They do loosen up eventually especially if you keep them loaded all the time.

G17 is a great gun and with the Turners sale price you did good. Enjoy it!