Base pads for Glock
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Base pads for Glock replace the factory floorplate to add a grippy bumper for faster, surer reloads and—on many magazines—extra capacity (model-dependent). They’re also essential for magwell builds.
Why upgrade
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Speed & consistency: a wider, textured pad helps mags lock in under stress.
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Added capacity: extensions provide extra rounds where allowed—see product notes for exact gains.
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Magwell fit: pads labeled magwell-compatible add the height/geometry to seat against the funnel.
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Durability: aluminum/brass pads shrug off drops better than thin OEM plates.
Pick your type
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+0 (bumper) pads: no capacity change; ideal for EDC or rule-limited divisions.
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Extensions: add capacity; some require a spring/follower kit for reliable feeding.
Glock compatibility—quick checks
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Generation: choose Gen3/Gen4/Gen5 correctly—pin/backstrap systems differ.
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Frame size: match Full-Size vs. Compact vs. Longslide (e.g., G17/G34 vs. G19).
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Magwells: many Gen4/Gen5 magwells are backstrap-specific; use magwell-compatible pads for positive seating on a closed slide.
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Magazine brand: OEM vs. aftermarket bodies can change pad fit—check product notes.
Install basics
- Unload; control the spring while removing the OEM floorplate (eye protection recommended).
- Fit the new pad (and spring/follower if supplied), ensuring the lock engages.
- With the slide locked back, insert a loaded magazine to confirm positive seating—especially with a magwell—and verify drop-free.