The people who are bitching about the texturing not being aggressive enough are nuts.
Agree I think the texture is quite nice. Not RTF2 or USP front/backstrap aggressive but better then most to be sure.
Take Care, Shoot Safe, Chris
April 19, 2026, 10:26 AM
Anubismp
I have a 19.6 Coa and I think they nailed the grip texture. You aren't losing your hold on that thing and yet it doesn't tear up or catch on shirts. It nails being comfortable but grippy.
April 19, 2026, 11:52 AM
Jupiter
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Originally posted by cslinger:
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The people who are bitching about the texturing not being aggressive enough are nuts.
Agree I think the texture is quite nice. Not RTF2 or USP front/backstrap aggressive but better than most to be sure.
I haven't had a chance to handle a Gen 6. It would be nice if the texture comes close to the M&P 2.0. It works great for a carry gun that doesn't get a lot of handling. In my experience, I've never seen any texture/stipple job done on a polymer pistol hold up to hard use. People have different ideas on what is considered a good texture. I've always liked an aggressive checkering/texture.
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April 19, 2026, 12:13 PM
cslinger
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Originally posted by Jupiter:
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Originally posted by cslinger:
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The people who are bitching about the texturing not being aggressive enough are nuts.
Agree I think the texture is quite nice. Not RTF2 or USP front/backstrap aggressive but better than most to be sure.
I haven't had a chance to handle a Gen 6. It would be nice if the texture comes close to the M&P 2.0. It works great for a carry gun that doesn't get a lot of handling. In my experience, I've never seen any texture/stipple job done on a polymer pistol hold up to hard use. People have different ideas on what is considered a good texture. I've always liked an aggressive checkering/texture.
This is my OPNION only. I’ve not shot a Gen 6 only handled.
The above said. The Smith 2.0 texture is more aggressive feeling not massively so but a bit more. I think the Glock RTF was the most aggressive plastic gun texture I’ve ever felt.
Like you said though, texture is one of those personal things and I think the Gen 6 is a nice middle ground and probably a little too aggressive for my carry wants vs shooting wants
Take Care, Shoot Safe, Chris
April 19, 2026, 12:24 PM
Jupiter
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Originally posted by cslinger:
Like you said though, texture is one of those personal things and I think the Gen 6 is a nice middle ground and probably a little too aggressive for my carry wants vs shooting wants
I'm willing to bet most folks will be perfectly happy with it. I've been calling around some of the local dealers looking for a Gen6 G19. They are always sold out. I'll pick one up sooner or later.
Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." -- George Orwell
April 19, 2026, 12:41 PM
cslinger
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I'll pick one up sooner or later.
Sigh……..story of my life.
Take Care, Shoot Safe, Chris
April 19, 2026, 12:50 PM
Chowser
got my old gen3 33 back.
now I have a 33X. I had to put the gen5 slide cover plate on.
Now I need to buy some Glock 32 mags.
Not minority enough!
April 19, 2026, 12:54 PM
RogueJSK
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Originally posted by cslinger:
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Originally posted by Jupiter:
I haven't had a chance to handle a Gen 6. It would be nice if the texture comes close to the M&P 2.0.
The Smith 2.0 texture is more aggressive feeling not massively so but a bit more.
I need to get my hands on a Gen 6.
In my opinion the M&P 2.0 texture is right about perfect for being aggressive while still able to be carried comfortably.
If the Gen 6 falls somewhere around that, it would be something I'd like.
The Gen 4/5 texture is adequate, and a massive improvement over the Gen 1-3's so-called "texture" that's reminiscent of a soap bar, but I'd prefer them to be even slightly more aggressive (without going all the way to RTF2) which it sounds like is where they landed with the Gen 6.
April 19, 2026, 02:05 PM
1lowlife
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Originally posted by Chowser: got my old gen3 33 back.
now I have a 33X. I had to put the gen5 slide cover plate on.
Now I need to buy some Glock 32 mags.
Brings back memories of my long gone G33. CPII plated slide and barrel..
April 21, 2026, 02:33 AM
P220 Smudge
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Originally posted by RogueJSK: If the Gen 6 falls somewhere around that, it would be something I'd like.
You'll like it. It's plenty grippy, but it's comfortable to wear under a shirt without irritation.
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Originally posted by 1lowlife: CPII plated slide and barrel..
Man... I should really get my Gen 2 19 upper done in CPII. I'm pretty much never going to get rid of this gun, and I've always wanted a two tone Glock. Besides, I also have a bare titanium SAW Shiv coming, and that may be about all the excuse I need to send the 19.2 off along with a threaded barrel to have done as well. There's just something about the older Glocks with the hard chrome, nickel, NP3 or CPII finish done on the slide, I think they look really cool.
All that said, I've yet again found myself in a position where I have more Glocks than really makes sense and need to thin the herd.
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April 21, 2026, 08:00 AM
RogueJSK
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Originally posted by P220 Smudge: Man... I should really get my Gen 2 19 upper done in CPII.
There's just something about the older Glocks with the hard chrome, nickel, NP3 or CPII finish done on the slide, I think they look really cool.
Trying to be Mike Lowery, huh...?
Over a decade ago I had my Gen 2 G19 whose slide finish was in rough shape refinished in CPII, though I opted for their Dusk (black) version. It has held up quite well. Go for it.
April 21, 2026, 09:38 AM
1lowlife
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Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
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Originally posted by 1lowlife: CPII plated slide and barrel..
Man... I should really get my Gen 2 19 upper done in CPII. I'm pretty much never going to get rid of this gun, and I've always wanted a two tone Glock. Besides, I also have a bare titanium SAW Shiv coming, and that may be about all the excuse I need to send the 19.2 off along with a threaded barrel to have done as well. There's just something about the older Glocks with the hard chrome, nickel, NP3 or CPII finish done on the slide, I think they look really cool.
All that said, I've yet again found myself in a position where I have more Glocks than really makes sense and need to thin the herd.
CPII is a great finish. I had a few firearms and several parts done in it. Still have my Gen 2 G21
Brad did a great job on my P239 SAS. Cerahide frame and CPII slide, barrel, and controls.
April 25, 2026, 05:47 AM
Jupiter
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Originally posted by Jupiter:
I'm interested in what the base plate is going to look like. Metal magazines are a first for Glock. It would be a great time to re-visit the base plates as well.
It looks like removing/installing the base plate is still going to be a pain in the ass.
Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." -- George Orwell
April 25, 2026, 07:57 AM
parabellum
Then, it's a Glock magazine for sure.
April 25, 2026, 10:31 AM
Chowser
hahaha. Glock mags are a PITA to take the baseplate off.
It looks like glockstore has a +3 already.
Not minority enough!
April 26, 2026, 09:28 AM
sigspecops
I sold my Gen 5 G19 to fund the same in Gen 6. Haven’t shot it yet but the grip is a nice improvement, especially the texture, the trigger…hmm, feels pretty much the same. When I was holding it I was reminded of how I don’t mind the grip angle at all, in fact I feel it really does help with controlling the gun, especially for the G26. I know many others hate it, but I see it as not being fully seduced by the dark side.
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April 26, 2026, 11:10 AM
RogueJSK
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Originally posted by Chowser: hahaha. Glock mags are a PITA to take the baseplate off.
Not with the right tool(s).
Here are three options:
1) Glock factory tool. Insert all the way to the handle, then with a sharp jerk forward/down, slide the baseplate past the retaining nubs. Cheapest and most widely available option, but it's not 100% and requires some strength, plus it will occasionally gouge or crack the baseplate retaining plate. (This is the official Glock method taught to armorers, even though it's not the best.)
2) Gtul magazine tool. Aftermarket gadget that slides over the body and down to the base, then squeeze with one hand while using the Glock factory tool as described above. Much easier than the Glock tool alone, and the Gtul is inexpensive at $12, but the combo still requires decent hand strength (in both hands) and can still mar the retaining plate.
3) NCStar Magpopper. Aftermarket gadget that has a pointed end that gets inserted into the baseplate hole, and then the tool is squeezed against the mag body like a lever. Foolproof and requires minimal hand strength as the leverage is doing all the work. The best option I've found by far, and also inexpensive at $10, plus it has a built in bottle opener for drinking while disassembling mags. (Unfortunately the Magpopper won't work on factory extended baseplates, since they use an elongated retaining plate.)
I have and use all three, but use #3 for 99% of mags, only using 1+2 when working on mags with factory extended baseplates.
April 26, 2026, 11:44 AM
Jupiter
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Originally posted by RogueJSK:
Not with the right tool(s).
I learned a technique that works for me. I insert the Glock punch and angle the magazine and push hard on one of the rear corners. They are always much easier to get off the second time around. The thing is, magazines routinely end up on the ground. IMO, they should be designed so they can be easily dissembled for cleaning without any special tools or techniques a lot of people just have not mastered. As long as they are robust and extremely unlikely to come apart if dropped loaded on a hard surface. I'm not going to complain too much but I do believe they missed an opportunity to truly improve the design.
Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." -- George Orwell
April 26, 2026, 01:36 PM
92fstech
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Originally posted by Chowser:
It looks like glockstore has a +3 already.
I'd prefer that they came out with a more flush-fitting baseplate for the 15 round mag, even if it means giving up a round. The 43x is already a bit long in the grip for concealment, and I'd rather not see it get longer yet when it doesn't need to.
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April 26, 2026, 01:44 PM
1lowlife
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Originally posted by RogueJSK:
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Originally posted by Chowser: hahaha. Glock mags are a PITA to take the baseplate off.
Not with the right tool(s).
Here are three options:
1) Glock factory tool. Insert all the way to the handle, then with a sharp jerk forward/down, slide the baseplate past the retaining nubs. Cheapest and most widely available option, but it's not 100% and requires some strength, plus it will occasionally gouge or crack the baseplate retaining plate. (This is the official Glock method taught to armorers, even though it's not the best.)
2) Gtul magazine tool. Aftermarket gadget that slides over the body and down to the base, then squeeze with one hand while using the Glock factory tool as described above. Much easier than the Glock tool alone, and the Gtul is inexpensive at $12, but the combo still requires decent hand strength (in both hands) and can still mar the retaining plate.
3) NCStar Magpopper. Aftermarket gadget that has a pointed end that gets inserted into the baseplate hole, and then the tool is squeezed against the mag body like a lever. Foolproof and requires minimal hand strength as the leverage is doing all the work. The best option I've found by far, and also inexpensive at $10, plus it has a built in bottle opener for drinking while disassembling mags. (Unfortunately the Magpopper won't work on factory extended baseplates, since they use an elongated retaining plate.)
I have and use all three, but use #3 for 99% of mags, only using 1+2 when working on mags with factory extended baseplates.
I have 2 and 3 and use which ever one I find first in the gun cleaning tackle box.
Some you y'all got me to buy a Ruger RMX I didn't need. Now I'm considering a Gen 6 G19 that I don't need either. But I'm thinking about trying to get in the RMR scene again.
