Apex Tactical 104001 Armorer's Block - Red Polymer Pistol Maintenance Tool

The Apex Tactical Armorer's Block is a red polymer maintenance tool designed to make M&P and Glock pistol servicing faster and safer. Built from high-density polymer, it prevents frame damage when driving pins in and out during field-stripping, trigger work, and safety replacement. Unlike a bare workbench, this block positions critical components—thumb safety, magazine disconnect, and striker—in fixed holes and slots so they won't shift or get dinged while you work.

The block features dedicated striker retention slots on each side: one sized for .45 strikers and the other for 9mm, .40, and .357 strikers. This makes spring removal and installation straightforward without fumbling or risking dropped parts. Moveable bosses let you quickly adjust the block to fit different frame profiles, and raised walls guide the trigger bar during trigger swaps—useful if you're upgrading to an Apex trigger or comparing feel between pull weights.

The red polymer construction is tough enough for repeated use yet soft enough to protect your gun's finish. Apex contact info is molded directly into the block, so you've got their tech support details right there on the tool. For shooters who do their own trigger jobs, safety modifications, or regular maintenance, this block eliminates the fumbling and risk that comes with hand-holding a pistol while punching pins.

Key Features

• Pre-positioned holes and slots hold thumb safety, magazine disconnect, and strikers during service
• Separate striker slots for .45 and 9mm/.40/.357 calibers
• High-density polymer construction prevents frame marring
• Moveable bosses for quick positioning across different frame profiles
• Retaining slots simplify striker spring removal and installation
• Raised walls guide trigger bar for easy trigger swaps
• Apex contact information molded into block

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms does the Apex Tactical Armorer's Block work with?

The block is designed for M&P and Glock pistols. The dual striker slots accommodate .45 strikers on one side and 9mm, .40, and .357 strikers on the other, covering the most common models across both platforms.

What parts can I work on with this block?

The block holds thumb safeties, magazine disconnects, and strikers in fixed positions while you drive pins and springs in and out. Raised walls also guide the trigger bar during trigger installation or swaps, making it useful for trigger work, safety modifications, and general field-stripping maintenance.

Will the polymer block damage my pistol's finish?

No. High-density polymer construction is intentionally softer than steel, so it grips and supports your gun without marring the frame or finish the way a metal vise would.

Can I attach accessories to this block?

The Apex Tactical Armorer's Tooling Plate attaches to the underside of the block (sold separately) and includes snap locks and slots to hold a 1/8" custom roll pin punch and 1/16" allen wrench, plus rubber feet for stability and a ring magnet to keep magnetic parts from getting lost.