I’ve searched around here and elsewhere and can’t find a clear answer to this question. What specific differences in trigger/reset behavior is gained by going with the 3.5# connector and NY1 spring in a Glock, versus the stock trigger and versus just the 3.5# connector? I have a new G19 and am not thrilled with the trigger, though I’m going to wait to get more trigger time to see how it grows on me.
Also, would you trust a local smith to install those parts and possibly do light polishing? The alternative being to ‘send it off’ to a name-brand smith. I’m not eager to try doing this myself on a carry gun.
To preface the question, I’ve had a stock G17 since before I was old enough to drive, so I’m used to the stock setup for the most part. This pistol will also be carry/home use (and frequent practice/training/possible IDPA type gaming with it).
I found it to be an absurdly easy install. There are a number of videos which show detail stripping of the Glock handgun down to where you could install the Ny1 spring, and then the 3.5 disconnector. Then just re-assemble according to the videos, verify it resets correctly and you’re gtg.
To me the resulting trigger pull has more noticeable reset with an easier break than the standard spring and dis-connector. I like it, but I’m used to the standard trigger so it will remain for now.
Honestly depending on your mechanical aptitude you may find the Glock detail strip to be pretty straightforward. Its not like as bad as per say a Ruger .22 Autoloader. Once I did it there is no way I could see paying someone to gunsmith a Glock, its just too simple.
I like the NY1 setup and 3.5# connector very much. I had it on a Glock 30 for years and it went a long way towards making an unergonomic brick of a gun much easier to shoot well. What rdm says is pretty much it – easier break and more positive reset.
One other thing I like about the NY1 is that the spring is compressed rather than stretched. At one time, reset springs seemed to be one of the most common parts to break on Glocks. I’m not sure if this is still the case, though.
Be forewarned that takedown gets a tad trickier with the NY1. You have to hold the trigger to the rear while removing the slide. Otherwise, the connector wants to stick up and block the slide.
Thanks for the thoughts and info guys, very helpful. Sounds like I’ll just have to get the parts and play with an arrangement that suits me. It also sounds like a project I may be able to tackle myself! I may pick up a 3.5# connector next weekend and give it a whirl.
I have the 3.5 connector and NY1 Spring on my 3rd Gen Glocks, and I really like it. It is a very clean pull and crisp break. The reset is very “positive” to say the least. It is very similar to shooting double action on a well tuned, well broken in revolver. I really like this set up as a CCW pistol.
I haven’t put this set up on my Gen 4 G22 as the trigger is just about right as it is.
+1 I too think the Gen 4 trigger makes for an outstanding carry gun trigger; both weight and quality. I’ve got the OEM 3.5 and NY1 combo just arrived but haven’t decided where to try it. Probably in my primary CCW G19 first. I love shooting DA revolvers which I grew up with so I thought I might dig this combo.
I’ve been fine with the stock triggers in mine as well. I’ve thought about experimenting with something else but every time I shoot the pistols I don’t feel the need. I like the greater lateral stiffness of the G4 triggers.
