Which glock to get next....

9miller · April 22, 2017, 08:34 AM

Hello all, I am in GSSF and have 2 pistol purchase coupons in my possession to be used by October.
I currently have a G19 as my only glock, I will be getting a g34 next for plans of shooting IDPA soon. I am however stuck on the 2nd coupons use. We have a shield for deep concealment, normally just carry the g19. A 26 might be nice to have being I load for 9mm anyways and I have a 19 and a 34 soon, takes the same mags and ammo, and would carry a little easier than the g19. Then again I could get a g30 for my first introduction to .45ACP. I could carry that as well, and shoot major sub at gssf with it. Or I could get the g29 and have a nice 10mm gun that would do what the g30 would as well.
If I get a 10mm or .45, I'll just have to get components to load for them, ammo cost is not a huge concern since I handload, but then I'd also have to keep stock on different components as well.
So I am stuck, and wish for you guys to spend my money :thumbsup:

Screwball · April 22, 2017, 10:00 AM

30S... gives you a .45 that is pretty much identical in size to your 19 (with 10 rounders).

A lot of 19 holsters also work with it.

Siggy-06 · April 22, 2017, 10:06 AM

I'd say just stick with the 9mm platforms and reload with that, plus the mag compatability. Get a Glock 26 for when you want a little extra firepower capacity, that's still easy to conceal carry.

TunnelRat · April 22, 2017, 10:19 AM

I'm a big fan of the 26. I find I carry it more than the 19 and with the +2 baseplates it feels great to me.

COSteve · April 22, 2017, 10:21 AM

I've got a custom G20L, G21, G21L (shoots 45 Super), G22, G23, and custom G24. (As you can see, 9mm isn't my thing as I handload and there's no need for it in my arsenal.) So, with that bias revealed, I'd suggest that you look at Glock's G40.

The 10mm is a powerful rd that is hampered by shorter barrels like the G29. I developed the G20L in 2004 and I can tell you that performance of full power 10mm ammo in a 6" barrel is very impressive. I use my G20L as my woods gun with either my 180 or 200grn hardcast handloads.

If you want a larger caliber but soft shooting pistol, the G21 or better yet, the G41 with it's longer sight radius and 5.3" barrel is a great combination. I've got 1911s and my Glocks are the softest shooting 45s I've ever tried.

otasan · April 27, 2017, 06:31 PM

You can't go wrong with the little G26. Ammo is cheaper as well.

Soclosenotnear · April 27, 2017, 07:04 PM

What are pistol purchase coupons? Your location shows Myrtle Beach and I've never heard of such a thing here? Just curious.

**Spats McGee** · April 27, 2017, 07:09 PM

I think the OP mentioned the GSSF. When you join that, you get pistol purchase coupons which get you cheaper Glocks.

Soclosenotnear · April 27, 2017, 08:29 PM

Ah, I see. I voted 26.

jackstrawIII · April 27, 2017, 09:17 PM

I'm not sure if someone else has pointed this out, but the G29 is 10mm and G30 is 45 ACP.

Just to let you know. Good luck with your survey!

10-96 · April 29, 2017, 11:22 PM

Sorry guys and gals, I couldn't resist....

Which Glock? Try the CZ P10C.

9miller · April 30, 2017, 06:38 AM

Sorry for the late response time. All the joys of having an infant daughter have kept me distracted from needing to interact with a bunch of strange gun nuts

I see I got the g29 and g30 descriptions mixed up, I added those in afterwards to help anyone who didn't know the model numbers, which obviously backfired on me because now I have to consider those 2 invalid. However, the results for a g26 greatly overcome the other 3 categories combined.
Soclosenotnear, Spats is correct, GSSF is to me an introductory into competition shooting, using only block pistols, 3 stages are shot from low ready. I plan to hit an IDPA match soon to try out moving and cover engagements while on my feet. Side rant over, with GSSF, if you sign up for 2 years or more, they send you coupons for glocks at LE pricing. (A 2 year new membership is $60, you can get standard glocks, e.g. 9mm, 40, and 357sig subcompact, compacts, and fullsizes for about $425. Good savings even if you don't shoot their matches.) Palmetto Gun Club holds a match annually around October.

stompah · May 3, 2017, 11:11 PM

I have a G29. If I could do it over I would have bought a G30, 10mm conversion barrel and G20 & G29 mags. You can't convert a G29 to .45

TruthTellers · May 4, 2017, 01:18 AM

Get the Glock 30, you can buy conversion barrels for it for a number of different cartridges. Even if you don't convert it, it's still a great gun. I considered getting it until I finally decided my next Glock .45 is going to be a 21 and I'm going to chop the grip to the Glock 30 length.

Also, I wouldn't jump into the Glock 34 just yet. You could buy a slide from Lone Wolf that is the same length as the 34's slide and an adapter, then choose which barrel you want and choose your own sights and install them.

JDBerg · May 4, 2017, 02:59 PM

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ammo cost is not a huge concern since I handload

Gen4 G-20 with a KKM .40S&W conversion barrel, of all the different caliber conversion options on a Glock platform "IMHO" I think this one works the best. And handloading makes 10mm feasible, you don't need to be in a hurry to get the conversion barrel. The cost of that barrel is about as much as I would want to invest in a .40S&W setup, again strictly "MHO".

Targa · May 4, 2017, 04:20 PM

I had a Glock 26 and miss it quite a bit.

AxlMyk · May 6, 2017, 08:19 PM

I carry a G26, and range shoot a G17. Get the G26. It is a really nice gun.

Model12Win · May 6, 2017, 08:45 PM

Glock 20 with a Lone Wolf .40 S&W conversion barrel.

10mm for home defense and wilderness protection and .40 S&W for range use.

There is no better (or more powerful) Glock.

smee78 · May 6, 2017, 08:53 PM

I vote for a 45cal, get some diversity in your collection. The 45's are good guns weather you get the compact, single stack or the full size they are smooth shooters.

TruthTellers · May 7, 2017, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Stompah

I have a G29. If I could do it over I would have bought a G30, 10mm conversion barrel and G20 & G29 mags. You can't convert a G29 to .45

You can, but it would require a new slide, which brings the total price of the conversion to that of a used Glock 30.[/U]

std7mag · May 7, 2017, 06:51 AM

I still haven't found a Glock with a hammer, external safety, or single stage trigger..

glockman55 · May 7, 2017, 09:10 AM

I have the G27.40s&w,-G19 .9mm & G30 .45acp , might get the G23 next...

Cheapshooter · May 7, 2017, 06:52 PM

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I still haven't found a Glock with a hammer, external safety, or single stage trigger..

Because Golck doesn't build guns with useless technology from antiquity!

Adizzle19 · May 8, 2017, 10:01 AM

I would probably get the G30/21. If I had a lot of 9mm already I might want to mix t up. You might also consider the G27/22 with a conversion barrel.

I know you didn't mention the G42 either but I find that my shield is too big for a pocket. A 42 may fit that bill.

View Poll Results: Which glock as my 3rd
G26 (subcompact 9mm)	33	53.23%
G29 (subcompact .45ACP)	8	12.90%
G30 (sub compact 10mm)	6	9.68%
Other	15	24.19%
Voters: 62. You may not vote on this poll

April 22, 2017, 08:34 AM	#1
9miller Senior Member Join Date: January 11, 2012 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 169	Which glock to get next.... Hello all, I am in GSSF and have 2 pistol purchase coupons in my possession to be used by October. I currently have a G19 as my only glock, I will be getting a g34 next for plans of shooting IDPA soon. I am however stuck on the 2nd coupons use. We have a shield for deep concealment, normally just carry the g19. A 26 might be nice to have being I load for 9mm anyways and I have a 19 and a 34 soon, takes the same mags and ammo, and would carry a little easier than the g19. Then again I could get a g30 for my first introduction to .45ACP. I could carry that as well, and shoot major sub at gssf with it. Or I could get the g29 and have a nice 10mm gun that would do what the g30 would as well. If I get a 10mm or .45, I'll just have to get components to load for them, ammo cost is not a huge concern since I handload, but then I'd also have to keep stock on different components as well. So I am stuck, and wish for you guys to spend my money :thumbsup:

April 22, 2017, 10:00 AM	#2
Screwball Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2012 Location: ME Posts: 771	Which glock to get next.... 30S... gives you a .45 that is pretty much identical in size to your 19 (with 10 rounders). A lot of 19 holsters also work with it.

April 22, 2017, 10:19 AM	#4
TunnelRat Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 12,212	I'm a big fan of the 26. I find I carry it more than the 19 and with the +2 baseplates it feels great to me. __________________ Know the status of your weapon Keep your muzzle oriented so that no one will be hurt if the firearm discharges Keep your finger off the trigger until you have an adequate sight picture Maintain situational awareness

April 27, 2017, 06:31 PM	#6
otasan Junior member Join Date: April 17, 2005 Location: Hartford, Vermont Posts: 519	G26 You can't go wrong with the little G26. Ammo is cheaper as well.

April 22, 2017, 10:06 AM	#3
Siggy-06 Senior Member Join Date: September 2, 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 1,148	I'd say just stick with the 9mm platforms and reload with that, plus the mag compatability. Get a Glock 26 for when you want a little extra firepower capacity, that's still easy to conceal carry.

April 22, 2017, 10:21 AM	#5
COSteve Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2009 Posts: 1,344	I've got a custom G20L, G21, G21L (shoots 45 Super), G22, G23, and custom G24. (As you can see, 9mm isn't my thing as I handload and there's no need for it in my arsenal.) So, with that bias revealed, I'd suggest that you look at Glock's G40. The 10mm is a powerful rd that is hampered by shorter barrels like the G29. I developed the G20L in 2004 and I can tell you that performance of full power 10mm ammo in a 6" barrel is very impressive. I use my G20L as my woods gun with either my 180 or 200grn hardcast handloads. If you want a larger caliber but soft shooting pistol, the G21 or better yet, the G41 with it's longer sight radius and 5.3" barrel is a great combination. I've got 1911s and my Glocks are the softest shooting 45s I've ever tried.

April 27, 2017, 07:04 PM	#7
Soclosenotnear Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2016 Location: Summerville, sc Posts: 163	What are pistol purchase coupons? Your location shows Myrtle Beach and I've never heard of such a thing here? Just curious.

April 27, 2017, 07:09 PM	#8
Spats McGee Staff Join Date: July 28, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 8,821	I think the OP mentioned the GSSF. When you join that, you get pistol purchase coupons which get you cheaper Glocks. __________________ I'm a lawyer, but I'm not your lawyer. If you need some honest-to-goodness legal advice, go buy some.

April 27, 2017, 08:29 PM	#9
Soclosenotnear Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2016 Location: Summerville, sc Posts: 163	Ah, I see. I voted 26.

April 27, 2017, 09:17 PM	#10
jackstrawIII Senior Member Join Date: July 20, 2016 Location: Upstate NY. Posts: 901	I'm not sure if someone else has pointed this out, but the G29 is 10mm and G30 is 45 ACP. Just to let you know. Good luck with your survey! __________________ In God we trust.

April 29, 2017, 11:22 PM	#11
10-96 Senior Member Join Date: October 19, 2005 Location: Tx Panhandle Territory Posts: 4,159	Sorry guys and gals, I couldn't resist.... Which Glock? Try the CZ P10C. __________________ Rednecks... Keeping the woods critter-free since March 2, 1836. (TX Independence Day) I suspect a thing or two... because I've seen a thing or two.

April 30, 2017, 06:38 AM	#12
9miller Senior Member Join Date: January 11, 2012 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 169	Sorry for the late response time. All the joys of having an infant daughter have kept me distracted from needing to interact with a bunch of strange gun nuts I see I got the g29 and g30 descriptions mixed up, I added those in afterwards to help anyone who didn't know the model numbers, which obviously backfired on me because now I have to consider those 2 invalid. However, the results for a g26 greatly overcome the other 3 categories combined. Soclosenotnear, Spats is correct, GSSF is to me an introductory into competition shooting, using only block pistols, 3 stages are shot from low ready. I plan to hit an IDPA match soon to try out moving and cover engagements while on my feet. Side rant over, with GSSF, if you sign up for 2 years or more, they send you coupons for glocks at LE pricing. (A 2 year new membership is $60, you can get standard glocks, e.g. 9mm, 40, and 357sig subcompact, compacts, and fullsizes for about $425. Good savings even if you don't shoot their matches.) Palmetto Gun Club holds a match annually around October.

May 3, 2017, 11:11 PM	#13
stompah Junior Member Join Date: July 1, 2013 Posts: 11	I have a G29. If I could do it over I would have bought a G30, 10mm conversion barrel and G20 & G29 mags. You can't convert a G29 to .45

May 4, 2017, 01:18 AM	#14
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,888	Get the Glock 30, you can buy conversion barrels for it for a number of different cartridges. Even if you don't convert it, it's still a great gun. I considered getting it until I finally decided my next Glock .45 is going to be a 21 and I'm going to chop the grip to the Glock 30 length. Also, I wouldn't jump into the Glock 34 just yet. You could buy a slide from Lone Wolf that is the same length as the 34's slide and an adapter, then choose which barrel you want and choose your own sights and install them. __________________ "We always think there's gonna be more time... then it runs out."

May 4, 2017, 04:20 PM	#16
Targa Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2014 Posts: 2,084	I had a Glock 26 and miss it quite a bit.

May 6, 2017, 08:19 PM	#17
AxlMyk Member Join Date: January 18, 2016 Location: The Hartland of Michigan Posts: 64	I carry a G26, and range shoot a G17. Get the G26. It is a really nice gun. __________________ Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and laxative on the same night.

May 6, 2017, 08:45 PM	#18
Model12Win Junior member Join Date: October 20, 2012 Posts: 5,854	Glock 20 with a Lone Wolf .40 S&W conversion barrel. 10mm for home defense and wilderness protection and .40 S&W for range use. There is no better (or more powerful) Glock.

May 6, 2017, 08:53 PM	#19
smee78 Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2,918	I vote for a 45cal, get some diversity in your collection. The 45's are good guns weather you get the compact, single stack or the full size they are smooth shooters. __________________ We know exactly where one cow with Mad-cow-disease is located, among the millions and millions of cows in America, but we haven't got a clue where thousands of illegal immigrants and terrorists are

May 7, 2017, 06:51 AM	#21
std7mag Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2013 Location: Central Taxylvania.. Posts: 3,609	I still haven't found a Glock with a hammer, external safety, or single stage trigger..

May 7, 2017, 09:10 AM	#22
glockman55 Senior Member Join Date: April 19, 2009 Location: Mich Posts: 179	I have the G27.40s&w,-G19 .9mm & G30 .45acp , might get the G23 next...

May 8, 2017, 10:01 AM	#24
Adizzle19 Member Join Date: September 6, 2014 Posts: 75	I would probably get the G30/21. If I had a lot of 9mm already I might want to mix t up. You might also consider the G27/22 with a conversion barrel. I know you didn't mention the G42 either but I find that my shield is too big for a pocket. A 42 may fit that bill.