How To Change Glock Sights & What Gear We Use and Recommend

Today we’re talking sights — how to install them and which ones we run. We’ll also cover the other parts we use and recommend, like lights, guide rods, optics, and optic plates. Plus, Johnny walks through the parts, tools, and techniques he’s trusted after years of working on thousands of pistols.

In this episode, you’ll see:

01:10 – Glock 17 Build Start
Trigger kit, lights, optics, and first parts explained.

02:20 – Recoil Springs & Guide Rods
Why single-coil springs matter and how OEM parts fit in.

03:37 – Sight Setup
Optics plates, customer service shoutouts, and preferred brands.

05:06 – How To + Tools & Techniques
Using TruGlo, Maryland Gun Works, and tips for alignment.

09:36 – Performance Over Aesthetics
Mindset: utilitarian tools vs. flashy builds.

10:53 – DIY vs. Gun Shop Costs
Why learning installs yourself saves money.

15:16 – Co-Witnessing & Dot Work
How backup sights matter when optics fail.

18:51 – Real-World Testing
What thousands of guns and shooters teach you.

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