Your preferred GLOCK - Page 3

CSO Dobb · April 30, 2021, 06:16 AM

I have owned several Glocks over the years. My all time favorite is the 19X. I also carry a 30s quite often.

Desmosedici · April 30, 2021, 10:52 AM

Still have a Gen 4 19. Have several mags for it, changed the sights and the slide release. I don't outright love it, but I don't think I'll ever get rid of it, it's just a good workhorse and I certainly don't baby it. If it blew up or someone stole it, or if it got lost in the woods, I wouldn't cry, but I'd probably buy another one. It's been reliable as the day is long, and with the load it likes at 15-20 yards, I can hit all day with it. That kind of gun gives me a good deal of confidence.

I've tried a few other models and like them enough. I did enjoy shooting the 30S.
I'd be in the market for a 20 if I could afford to shoot 10mm.

Jim Watson · April 30, 2021, 11:29 AM

I don't really LIKE Glocks and I don't shoot my best with them, but they do have their uses.
I have a G17-4 which I use only for GSSF.
I have a G43 which is about my speed in hideout guns.

shurshot · April 30, 2021, 11:17 PM

G4, 20, 10mm.

Carl the Floor Walker · May 1, 2021, 04:28 AM

Every year for many, I have thought about a Glock and spent time at the Club shooting many of them. The one I would prefer over all others and was going to purchase one before the Riots started was the Glock 43.

Willie Lowman · May 1, 2021, 06:44 AM

My most favorite was the Glock 24 C. Unfortunately I sold mine years ago and I don't think they have made any in a long time.

I wish they would make a Gen 5 35. So as it stands my favorite that I own is my gen 5 34 MOS

JustJake · May 1, 2021, 07:45 AM

10mm Gen4 G20.

Glock's best "all-around" pistol, chambered in the most versatile and useful semi-auto cartridge ever made.

Size-wise, the G20 splits the difference between the more concealable G29, and the less concealable G40 long-slide.

The G20's ability to accept aftermarket "drop-in" barrels in three other calibers only enhances its versatility.

1goodshot · May 1, 2021, 08:08 AM

Gen 5 model 22

Big4Freedom · May 1, 2021, 09:18 AM

I enjoy many models, but g26 has to be my practical favorite. Very concealable, easy/fun to shoot, accurate, and perfect reliability for me. It can take very high capacity mags, flush, or others in between.

12-34hom · May 1, 2021, 09:48 AM

Gen 4 Model 40.

ragwd · May 1, 2021, 12:35 PM

g21 sf

chaim · May 1, 2021, 01:56 PM

I don't own any Glocks, never have. They don't really "speak" to me. I've tried, but something else always wins out for me. That said, I'm not a Glock hater. I know they are good solid guns, reliable, accurate, consistent. They are a solid choice, and nearly always end up on my short list when considering a gun that Glock makes something in the niche.

There are four main Glocks that appeal to me (possibly 3), and eventually I'm sure at least one will enter my "collection." Here's my list, in the order of most likely to least likely personal purchase

Glock 19
Glock 26/27
Glock 29

The Glock 19 is nearly a perfect size for those who like a bit more capacity and capability in a carry gun. A light and concealable duty type pistol, or a CCW type pistol that can do duty as a duty style pistol. It is narrow (for a double stack), light, with a decent sight radius. While I haven't bought a Glock yet, every time I've bought something in this class (compact service pistols), I've always compared it to the Glock 19/22.

The 26/27 is similar. To me, it has been the standard I've compared others to, and often come close to buying. It is a great CCW size (for most styles of clothing and carry), light, but can take a full sized mag from a larger Glock. By all reports it is much easier to shoot than its size would suggest. Since I've owned a similar S&W M&P40c (1st gen) for years now, I'll likely never get a 27. However, since S&W now puts out a larger (G19 sized) version of the M&P Compact, if I get a 9mm version, the Glock 26 will likely be my main contender (and there is a good chance I will).

The G29 is interesting. A 10mm in a concealable size and weight, that by all reports tames the recoil quite well. The only question is whether I'd actually carry a 10mm.

tlm225 · May 1, 2021, 03:10 PM

For me it's the Glock 48, Finally a Glock that's a good fit for my below average sized hands. I carried a glock as an issued weapon (17, 22, 23) for my LE career and while I was one of the top shooters in my agency they weren't a good fit for me. The 48 changed that.

If it fit better my preferred Glock would be the 23 that I received upon retirement that resides in my safe.

Average Joe · May 4, 2021, 09:01 AM

glock 17, just got the gen 5

Pistoler0 · May 4, 2021, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by JustJake

10mm Gen4 G20.

Glock's best "all-around" pistol, chambered in the most versatile and useful semi-auto cartridge ever made.

Size-wise, the G20 splits the difference between the more concealable G29, and the less concealable G40 long-slide.

The G20's ability to accept aftermarket "drop-in" barrels in three other calibers only enhances its versatility.

I think that in terms of versatility changing calibers, the Glock 21 has the 20 beat.

Right off the bat, just with a stronger recoil spring, the 21 can shoot 45 Super (or 450 SMC) which in some loads compares favorably energy wise to 10mm.

Then of course it can also accept Glock 20 barrels and then shoot 10mm and 40S&W:
FrankenGlock Tales

There is also 400 Cor Bon, 40 Super, 460 Rowland and 50 GI conversions if more power is desired. A 22 lr conversion is also available. That is 8 shooting calibers that are available for the G21.

And when shooting the cartridge they are designed for, G21's 45 ACP ammo is more economical than 10mm.

Here is an interesting link listing all the Glock caliber conversions available:
Possible caliber swaps for Glocks

Rockhanger · May 4, 2021, 07:28 PM

My 34 gen 5 mos is a tackdriver my 43x is my most carried

JustJake · May 4, 2021, 08:52 PM

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I think that in terms of versatility changing calibers, the Glock 21 has the 20 beat.

Well, let's see ...

Beyond the 10mm chambering, the G20 is convertible to .40S&W, .357Sig, 9x25 Dillon, and .38Super - assuming the availability of aftermarket barrels.

You can also run a .45acp G21 slide/barrel assembly on the G20 frame.

So that would be a total of six (6) shootable calibers off one frame ... and seven (7) if you include a .45 Super set-up using the G21 slide on the G20 frame.

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And when shooting the cartridge they are designed for, G21's 45 ACP ammo is more economical than 10mm.

In these times, online or store-bought .45acp and 10mm are close enough in price to be a wash. And if you reload, which any serious 10mm fan already does, it's also a wash.

Pistoler0 · May 5, 2021, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustJake

Well, let's see ...

Beyond the 10mm chambering, the G20 is convertible to .40S&W, .357Sig, 9x25 Dillon, and .38Super - assuming the availability of aftermarket barrels.

You can also run a .45acp G21 slide/barrel assembly on the G20 frame.

So that would be a total of six (6) shootable calibers off one frame ... and seven (7) if you include a .45 Super set-up using the G21 slide on the G20 frame.

In these times, online or store-bought .45acp and 10mm are close enough in price to be a wash. And if you reload, which any serious 10mm fan already does, it's also a wash.

he he, but you need to buy a whole upper assembly for .45 ACP whereas with the G21 I can just drop in a 10mm barrel and shoot

. And I counted 8 calibers for the G21 vs 7 for the G20.

Come on, admit it. My G21 is better than your G20.

Even the number is bigger! 21 > 20 !!

What would you rather someone give you: $21 or $20? You see....

larryf1952 · May 5, 2021, 07:19 PM

I've been a handgun shooter since 1973, but I never owned a Glock until about 3 or 4 years ago. I'd bought into the unwarranted anti-plastic bigotry and the misplaced hysteria surrounding the Glock and polymer framed handguns in general. I own eight 1911's, after all...

Then, I bought a Gen 3 G19 on a whim. The Gen 4's had recently come out, and I found a Gen 3 at a local sporting goods store. The gun fit me great and pointed instinctively. I took it to the range and shot the proverbial lights out with that gun, using the OEM sights.

A year or so ago, I added a G23. Same deal. My two Glocks represent just a small portion of my collection, but I really dig my Glocks.

The Happy kaboomer · May 7, 2021, 03:58 PM

None of them.

hub1home · May 7, 2021, 04:11 PM

I've never owned a Glock but I have shot a 26 and 27. When I buy one, if I buy one, it will be the 26 or perhaps the 43x.

Ruger45LC · May 7, 2021, 07:08 PM

I've had almost all models Glock offers over the years, in every caliber, but as it sits, I have a Gen5 27, 23 and 22 and a G42 380. I've always liked the .40 and while I tried a few times to change away from it, I go running right back. The Gen5 .40's are a bit thicker in the slide, it's trade off really, they do recoil less but they also don't fit in existing holsters.

The G42 I didn't expect to like as much as I do, it's the smallest Glock and by far the best shooting 380 I've ever had. I tried the 43 and 43X but they weren't the same, even though I would prefer 9mm over 380, something about the G42 just works, so if I want something smaller than the G27, it's the G42.

S&W-Keeper · May 9, 2021, 04:43 PM

I have a model 30, 27, 20, and a 19.I prefer the 19.
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tuckerdog1 · May 11, 2021, 11:20 PM

Had a G17 gen 1. Hurts to say I traded it, but towards a Freedom Arms 353, so Sorta OK with that.
Had a G17 gen 4. Traded it for a Ruger SR1911 in 45 ACP. Good with that.
Bought a G26 when they were first introduced, so gen 2.5 Still have it and love it.
Have a G20SF gen 4, which I also love.
Recently got a G19X. REALLY like it. Probably edges out the 26 as my fav.

Desmosedici · May 12, 2021, 02:26 PM

My older brother just bought a 19x this past weekend. He is over the moon about it, can't wait to go shoot it. The 19x/45 platform has been getting rave reviews by many people, it seems.

May 1, 2021, 06:44 AM	#56
Willie Lowman Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2009 Location: Uh-Hi-O Posts: 3,006	My most favorite was the Glock 24 C. Unfortunately I sold mine years ago and I don't think they have made any in a long time. I wish they would make a Gen 5 35. So as it stands my favorite that I own is my gen 5 34 MOS __________________ "9mm has a very long history of being a pointy little bullet moving quickly" --Sevens

May 1, 2021, 07:45 AM	#57
JustJake Senior Member Join Date: August 12, 2020 Posts: 497	10mm Gen4 G20. Glock's best "all-around" pistol, chambered in the most versatile and useful semi-auto cartridge ever made. Size-wise, the G20 splits the difference between the more concealable G29, and the less concealable G40 long-slide. The G20's ability to accept aftermarket "drop-in" barrels in three other calibers only enhances its versatility. __________________ I use the Jake Brake every chance I get. Don't care if it annoys you. Hear me now?!

May 1, 2021, 09:48 AM	#60
12-34hom Senior Member Join Date: June 8, 1999 Location: Iowa - northeastern Posts: 1,810	10mm Glock Gen 4 Model 40. __________________ This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My rifle is my best friend, it is my life. I must master itas i master my life.Without me my rifle is useless, without my rifle i am useless. I must fire my rifle true. I must shoot straighter than my enemy who is trying to kill me. I must shoot him before he shoots me. I Will. Before God i swear this creed. My rifle and myself are defenders of my country. We are masters of our enemy. We are saviours of my life. So be it until there is no enemy, but peace. Amen.

May 1, 2021, 01:56 PM	#62
chaim Senior Member Join Date: December 11, 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,095	I don't own any Glocks, never have. They don't really "speak" to me. I've tried, but something else always wins out for me. That said, I'm not a Glock hater. I know they are good solid guns, reliable, accurate, consistent. They are a solid choice, and nearly always end up on my short list when considering a gun that Glock makes something in the niche. There are four main Glocks that appeal to me (possibly 3), and eventually I'm sure at least one will enter my "collection." Here's my list, in the order of most likely to least likely personal purchase Glock 19 Glock 26/27 Glock 29 The Glock 19 is nearly a perfect size for those who like a bit more capacity and capability in a carry gun. A light and concealable duty type pistol, or a CCW type pistol that can do duty as a duty style pistol. It is narrow (for a double stack), light, with a decent sight radius. While I haven't bought a Glock yet, every time I've bought something in this class (compact service pistols), I've always compared it to the Glock 19/22. The 26/27 is similar. To me, it has been the standard I've compared others to, and often come close to buying. It is a great CCW size (for most styles of clothing and carry), light, but can take a full sized mag from a larger Glock. By all reports it is much easier to shoot than its size would suggest. Since I've owned a similar S&W M&P40c (1st gen) for years now, I'll likely never get a 27. However, since S&W now puts out a larger (G19 sized) version of the M&P Compact, if I get a 9mm version, the Glock 26 will likely be my main contender (and there is a good chance I will). The G29 is interesting. A 10mm in a concealable size and weight, that by all reports tames the recoil quite well. The only question is whether I'd actually carry a 10mm.

May 1, 2021, 03:10 PM	#63
tlm225 Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 962	For me it's the Glock 48, Finally a Glock that's a good fit for my below average sized hands. I carried a glock as an issued weapon (17, 22, 23) for my LE career and while I was one of the top shooters in my agency they weren't a good fit for me. The 48 changed that. If it fit better my preferred Glock would be the 23 that I received upon retirement that resides in my safe. __________________ All that is neccessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing. Edmund Burke

April 30, 2021, 06:16 AM	#51
CSO Dobb Member Join Date: March 22, 2020 Posts: 18	I have owned several Glocks over the years. My all time favorite is the 19X. I also carry a 30s quite often.

April 30, 2021, 10:52 AM	#52
Desmosedici Member Join Date: April 1, 2016 Location: North Texas Posts: 72	Still have a Gen 4 19. Have several mags for it, changed the sights and the slide release. I don't outright love it, but I don't think I'll ever get rid of it, it's just a good workhorse and I certainly don't baby it. If it blew up or someone stole it, or if it got lost in the woods, I wouldn't cry, but I'd probably buy another one. It's been reliable as the day is long, and with the load it likes at 15-20 yards, I can hit all day with it. That kind of gun gives me a good deal of confidence. I've tried a few other models and like them enough. I did enjoy shooting the 30S. I'd be in the market for a 20 if I could afford to shoot 10mm.

April 30, 2021, 11:29 AM	#53
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,541	I don't really LIKE Glocks and I don't shoot my best with them, but they do have their uses. I have a G17-4 which I use only for GSSF. I have a G43 which is about my speed in hideout guns.

April 30, 2021, 11:17 PM	#54
shurshot Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2006 Posts: 1,819	G4, 20, 10mm.

May 1, 2021, 04:28 AM	#55
Carl the Floor Walker member Join Date: June 3, 2017 Location: South Posts: 1,422	Every year for many, I have thought about a Glock and spent time at the Club shooting many of them. The one I would prefer over all others and was going to purchase one before the Riots started was the Glock 43.

May 1, 2021, 08:08 AM	#58
1goodshot Senior Member Join Date: November 11, 2001 Location: chandler,az Posts: 929	Gen 5 model 22

May 1, 2021, 09:18 AM	#59
Big4Freedom Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 157	I enjoy many models, but g26 has to be my practical favorite. Very concealable, easy/fun to shoot, accurate, and perfect reliability for me. It can take very high capacity mags, flush, or others in between.

May 1, 2021, 12:35 PM	#61
ragwd Senior Member Join Date: May 20, 2006 Posts: 925	g21 sf

May 4, 2021, 09:01 AM	#64
Average Joe Senior Member Join Date: August 29, 2005 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,325	glock 17, just got the gen 5

May 4, 2021, 07:28 PM	#66
Rockhanger Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 2010 Posts: 111	My 34 gen 5 mos is a tackdriver my 43x is my most carried

May 5, 2021, 07:19 PM	#69
larryf1952 Senior Member Join Date: July 17, 2004 Location: KCMO Posts: 615	I've been a handgun shooter since 1973, but I never owned a Glock until about 3 or 4 years ago. I'd bought into the unwarranted anti-plastic bigotry and the misplaced hysteria surrounding the Glock and polymer framed handguns in general. I own eight 1911's, after all... Then, I bought a Gen 3 G19 on a whim. The Gen 4's had recently come out, and I found a Gen 3 at a local sporting goods store. The gun fit me great and pointed instinctively. I took it to the range and shot the proverbial lights out with that gun, using the OEM sights. A year or so ago, I added a G23. Same deal. My two Glocks represent just a small portion of my collection, but I really dig my Glocks.

May 7, 2021, 03:58 PM	#70
The Happy kaboomer Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 2009 Posts: 226	None of them.

May 7, 2021, 04:11 PM	#71
hub1home Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 2014 Posts: 182	I've never owned a Glock but I have shot a 26 and 27. When I buy one, if I buy one, it will be the 26 or perhaps the 43x.

May 7, 2021, 07:08 PM	#72
Ruger45LC Senior Member Join Date: July 24, 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 768	I've had almost all models Glock offers over the years, in every caliber, but as it sits, I have a Gen5 27, 23 and 22 and a G42 380. I've always liked the .40 and while I tried a few times to change away from it, I go running right back. The Gen5 .40's are a bit thicker in the slide, it's trade off really, they do recoil less but they also don't fit in existing holsters. The G42 I didn't expect to like as much as I do, it's the smallest Glock and by far the best shooting 380 I've ever had. I tried the 43 and 43X but they weren't the same, even though I would prefer 9mm over 380, something about the G42 just works, so if I want something smaller than the G27, it's the G42.

May 9, 2021, 04:43 PM	#73
S&W-Keeper Senior Member Join Date: February 6, 2009 Location: SE-SC Posts: 443	I have a model 30, 27, 20, and a 19.I prefer the 19. ,

May 11, 2021, 11:20 PM	#74
tuckerdog1 Senior Member Join Date: September 20, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 281	Had a G17 gen 1. Hurts to say I traded it, but towards a Freedom Arms 353, so Sorta OK with that. Had a G17 gen 4. Traded it for a Ruger SR1911 in 45 ACP. Good with that. Bought a G26 when they were first introduced, so gen 2.5 Still have it and love it. Have a G20SF gen 4, which I also love. Recently got a G19X. REALLY like it. Probably edges out the 26 as my fav. __________________ Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats. - Henry Louis Mencken

May 12, 2021, 02:26 PM	#75
Desmosedici Member Join Date: April 1, 2016 Location: North Texas Posts: 72	My older brother just bought a 19x this past weekend. He is over the moon about it, can't wait to go shoot it. The 19x/45 platform has been getting rave reviews by many people, it seems.