Description
Cleaning a compact Glock on a bare table is a good way to lose a pin down a floor vent or leave a ring of oil on the kitchen counter. This TekMat solves both problems at once. It gives your Glock 42 or 43 a dedicated 11 by 17 inch surface with a full eighth-inch of padding underneath, which is plenty of room to strip the pistol down and still have space for punches, brushes, and a bottle of solvent without stacking parts on top of each other.
What Sets the Glock 42/43 TekMat Apart
The top layer is a soft thermoplastic polyester that won't scratch the slide or frame, and it shrugs off oil, water, and cleaning solvents. When it gets grimy, you wipe it down or toss it in the wash and it comes back ready to go. The graphics are printed with a dye-sublimation process, so the ink is baked into the fibers rather than screened on top. That means the parts diagram won't flake, fade, or rub off no matter how many sessions it sees. Underneath, the vulcanized rubber backing grips the bench and stays put while you're wrestling with a stubborn slide.
Learning the Layout of Your Glock 42 or 43
What makes this mat more than a fancy pad is the printed exploded diagram. Every part of the Glock 42/43 is laid out and labeled, along with a bit of background on the pistol. If you're newer to detail-stripping your Slimline Glock, it's like having a reference sheet built into your workspace, so you're not fumbling for the manual mid-teardown. Folks who use these regularly tend to point out that the diagram makes reassembly a lot less nerve-racking.
When you're done, it rolls up and tucks away with the rest of your cleaning gear. The black and blue colorway keeps it looking sharp on the bench, and the stitched, rugged build means no loose fibers end up working their way into your firearm.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: TekMat
- Manufacturer Part Number: TEKR17GLOCK4243BL
- UPC: 888151040805
- Compatibility: Glock 42 & Glock 43 (Slimline)
- Dimensions: 11" x 17"
- Thickness: 1/8"
- Surface Material: Thermoplastic Polyester
- Backing Material: Vulcanized Neoprene Rubber
- Print Method: Dye-Sublimation
- Graphic: Exploded Parts Diagram
- Color: Black/Blue
- Care: Machine Washable / Wipe Clean
What’s Included
- TekMat Glock 42/43 cleaning mat (11" x 17")
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this TekMat work for both the Glock 42 and Glock 43?
Yes, this mat is designed specifically for the Glock 42 and Glock 43 Slimline pistols, and the printed diagram covers both models. Owners have also noted that similar-footprint Glocks fit fine on the 11 by 17 surface. It gives you room to fully disassemble either pistol with space left for your tools.
Does the parts diagram wear off over time?
It shouldn't. TekMat uses a dye-sublimation printing process that embeds the ink into the fibers rather than screening it on the surface. That keeps the schematic from fading, flaking, or rubbing off through repeated cleaning sessions and solvent exposure.
Can I clean the mat if it soaks up oil and solvent?
Absolutely. The thermoplastic polyester top resists oil, water, and stains, so most messes wipe right off. For deeper grime, the vulcanized bond holds up to machine washing so it comes back looking fresh.
Is the mat thick enough to protect my bench and my Glock?
The 1/8-inch vulcanized rubber backing provides real cushioning while blocking solvents and oil from reaching your work surface. The soft top layer keeps your slide and frame from picking up scratches. The rubber also grips the bench so the mat stays put while you work.





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