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Old May 23, 2017, 08:10 PM   #26
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Going on 20 years of gun ownership, I own/have owned exactly zero Glocks. I've thought about the G19, G23, G26 and G27 quite a few times, and I probably will eventually get one. Though, I think my first (and at that time, and for a while, only) Glock is more likely to be the G29 (I'm becoming very interested in 10mm, and the G29 is actually small enough to carry). If I could only have one gun, and I had to pick a Glock, it would be neck and neck between the G19/23 and G26/27. The subcompact can use the compact or full size mag for extra versatility, and the midsize can't be sized down when you need something a little smaller. If I was going to have only one auto caliber, it would likely be 9mm since it is the most versatile. Though, I like .40, so I might go either G23 or G27 (probably 27) with a 9mm conversion barrel.
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Old May 23, 2017, 08:14 PM   #27
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Tough choice... Glock 20.

Edit: Not sarcasm. I've never actually owned a 20. I just figure that if I could only have one Glock it may as well be the most unique full sized option since so many great options exist in similar setups to the 9mm, .40, .357 SIG, and .45 models.
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Old May 23, 2017, 08:48 PM   #28
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It wasn't a hard choice for me either,
G20 2nd Gen, later replaced by a G20SF.

But, if I had to do it over again?
G40MOS. No Doubt.
Heck, sooner or later I'll be trading the G20SF in on a G40

Only own ONE Glock...and until S&W makes a 10mm M&P,
that'll hold true.
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Old May 23, 2017, 09:47 PM   #29
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G 29. I also have a G26, G42, G43 and G36
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Old May 24, 2017, 06:59 AM   #30
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If you're going to limit yourself to one Glock, you need to decide what you plan on using it for the majority of the time.

Concealed carry? G26 or G19.

General range usage, open carry, bedroom gun for home defense? G17 or G34, many deputies around here have started carrying G34's as their duty weapon.

Specific range target shooting or a competition class that allows it? G17L

Obviously any one of them could be used for any purpose if that's all you have.

At the moment I have 2 G17's, a G17L, a G19, 2 G20's, a G21, a G23, and a G26.

One G17(Civilian class), the G17L(Competition class), the G21(Heavy Metal class) and the G26(Sub-Compact class) are used primarily for shooting the various classes at GSSF matches. Guns have to be stock in all these classes, no modifications allowed.

With the same shooter shooting the G26, G17, and G17L with the same ammo on the same course of fire, you'll find that the G26 is slower than the G17 which is slower than the G17L.

However, if I CCW one of the Glocks, it's the G19 about 90% of the time because it's a great compromise, the G26 gets the nod the other 10%.

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Right there I have a Glock 26 when I use standard mags or a Glock 19 with 19 mags.
Why stop there? Use a standard G17 mag in your G26 and you have a short barrel G17 or G34 or G17L, whichever you want to call it, right?

The primary advantage of the G19 over the G26 is the sight radius. The 20% longer sight radius on the G19 (6.49" vs 5.39") makes the G19 much easier and quicker to index on target than the G26.

Unfortunately for the G19, that's also the same reason you'll see very few if any G19's at the matches. They have to shoot in the Civilian or Guardian class against the G17's, and aren't competitive because of their shorter sight radius as compared to the G17. Same reason you'll see Competition class dominated by the G34's and G17L's, even though any Glock is allowed.

GSSF sheet that shows which guns are permitted in which classes is on the last page here:

http://www.gssfonline.com/hot_topics...e%20simple.pdf

GSSF results are here, it's not hard to compare the times among the same shooters shooting the different guns in various classes and see how much difference the longer sight radius makes:

http://gssfonline.com/match-info.cfm?results=1

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Old May 24, 2017, 12:05 PM   #31
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Why stop there? Use a standard G17 mag in your G26 and you have a short barrel G17 or G34 or G17L, whichever you want to call it, right?

The primary advantage of the G19 over the G26 is the sight radius. The 20% longer sight radius on the G19 (6.49" vs 5.39") makes the G19 much easier and quicker to index on target than the G26.
I don't see what advantage other than an extra couple rounds that using a G17 magazine in a G26 gives over a 19 mag. The 19 mag with X-Grip gives enough length to use the pinky and get a full grip and better control of the gun.

The increased sight radius is nice, but I don't see it as of vital importance to have when we're talking about concealed carry. The 26 is the smallest of the Glock doublestacks; it gives the most firepower in the smallest package. I prefer concealment over theoretical increased accuracy and target acquisition, then in an extreme close engagement, the G26 sticks out less and gives less for an attacker to grab hold of.
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Old May 24, 2017, 12:17 PM   #32
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One Glock: Take your pick

One pistol: A G29 and the only thing that begins to rival it is a SP101 (or similar) in .357 Magnum.

There is a difference in the question. If I am limiting myself to one Glock and can keep a horde of other pistols to fill various needs I can beat out the G29 in almost everything. However the G29 can fill a utility "one pistol" role better then I think most any other pistol. The 10MM is good enough for hunting and the G29 will serve this purpose if pressed. The G29 conceals remarkably well for what it is and can be used as an every day concealed carry pistol.
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Old May 24, 2017, 03:39 PM   #33
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One Glock? Currently, my only Glock is a G32 .357 SIG.
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Old May 24, 2017, 03:44 PM   #34
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I own and have carried a 19, 26 and 36. If I had to get rid of all of my pistols the 19 would be the only one I keep (and that is a tough call over my Springfield Operator).

For me the 19 is the perfect size for both carrying and shooting.
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Old May 24, 2017, 04:05 PM   #35
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I am not a big Glock fan having been raised on all metal guns with hammers. However, if I had to pick one gun and only one gun, I would choose the G19. It is large enough for home defense and small enough to carry EDC. Easy to disassemble, repair by owner and lots of aftermarket parts for it.

Luckily I can have more than one gun so I only own a G43 that I rarely carry. My main problem with Glocks and polymer guns in general is that I was raised on all metal guns with hammers. Only my toy guns were made of nonmetal and I cannot shake that feeling with a polymer gun, even my expensive HK's.
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Old May 24, 2017, 05:36 PM   #36
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I prefer concealment over theoretical increased accuracy and target acquisition, then in an extreme close engagement, the G26 sticks out less and gives less for an attacker to grab hold of.
Your prerogative. Anyone who calls the increased accuracy and quicker target acquisition of the longer sight radius "theoretical" needs to shoot more.

The most difficult part of a CCW for most people is the length of the grip sticking out of their hip. If you're already compromising that by using G19 magazines, you might as well take advantage of the increased accuracy and target acquisition of the G19 as compared to the G26 and get the benefit of the G19 slide also.

Personally, I'm willing to take the risk of the extra inch of G19 length. At hand-to-hand range I'm not going to be drawing a gun. If it's already in my hand, they aren't going to get into hand-to-hand range. Distance is your friend.
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Old May 24, 2017, 08:33 PM   #37
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Have never had a Glock, but if I were to pick one now it would likely be the P320 model.
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Old May 24, 2017, 09:44 PM   #38
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I have several now .... Most carried ... Gen 3 27
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Old May 25, 2017, 04:28 PM   #39
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I will probably never purchase another Glock due to the problems they give me with "Glock knuckle", but my G43 is my keeper since its small size keeps me Glock knuckle free.

I am a fan of the G19 as well as other Glocks, and I will recommend them to others, but as for me, I'm out of the market.
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Old May 27, 2017, 11:30 AM   #40
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The 43 was the first Glock I ever fired that felt "just right" in my hand. If I were to ever get a Glock - the 43 would be it hands down.
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Old May 27, 2017, 06:16 PM   #41
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Glock 17, I own three, the only handguns I own.
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Old May 27, 2017, 06:19 PM   #42
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I like the Gen 2 glock 22. No fingergrooves and I'm a Hugh 40 fan.
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Old May 27, 2017, 11:23 PM   #43
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For me it would be the G17. For quite a few years, I had reservations about the 9mm for SD, but got over that and carry one (G17) often.

The pistols are extremely durable, and the finish on my Gen 2 seems impervious to sweat. Mine has been as reliable as a brick. Bought it second hand for bamaboy, who shot it IDPA, then I swapped him out of it and shot and carried the pistol myself. No telling how many rounds it's fired. Bamaboy had it at the range recently and they asked him if it was his "granfathers" pistol!!! I don't worry about it getting it wet, sweaty or dusty, and a scratch or ding doesn't bother me, or it. I can conceal it easily enough, on a belt rig in cool weather, inside the waistband other wise.

Shorter than a G34 (which prides itself in being the same dimensions as a 1911) and longer with more grip than the G19, to me, it seems right in the middle dimension wise for shootability.

I like the G20 & G21, and their bigger cartidges, but do find them a bit hard to conceal.
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Old May 28, 2017, 06:11 PM   #44
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Also, I will say the G17 and G22 are completely pointless. If you want the larger size, go with the 34/35 instead and get better velocity, accuracy, the better trigger, and less recoil. Then, the 19 and 23 size is smaller and more comfortable, but IMO, just as accurate and gets as good velocity as the 17/22 does, but in a more size efficient package.
Completely disagree. If I could only have 1 it would be the 17 (keep my .45s 1911s thx). It balances better than a 34/17L IMO and is faster on the draw. The 26 is nice, bit I can carry a 17 with very little hassle (its my go to CCW 9mm) but the extra barrel length of the 34 is annoying in the pants much like a commander 1911 vs a gov't. Sure the grip is the same but that extra length is ... pokey. I keep the 9mm, I've forayed in the .40 and .357 and find them to not be for me. 9mm, 10mm and .45 are my auto cartridges.

To sum up the OP, 17 for me.
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Old May 28, 2017, 06:21 PM   #45
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Glock is not a range gun (IMHO), it is however a reliable carry gun. My choice of ammo is 9mm, thus for me the G26 is the only choice for me. I could live with a G43 but I love double stack guns. Right now my next gun will be an H&K P30sk but the G26 is close behind.
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Old May 29, 2017, 09:52 AM   #46
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I only own two Glocks, a 27 and a 33
My favorite is my 27, I shoot that the best and it's one that I like to carry!
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Old May 29, 2017, 02:37 PM   #47
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G26 for me too.
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Old May 29, 2017, 05:09 PM   #48
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I have owned a few Glocks over the years, and the only one left is my G27. I have tried others, but the G27 seems to work best for me. I did pick up a G33 barrel for it, and have enjoyed shooting 357sig.

Though, I might be tempted by a MOS G23 or G32 if they ever come out.
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Old May 29, 2017, 05:37 PM   #49
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If by some strange set of circumstances I were to be limited to one Glock I would truly be hard pressed to choose between the G4 G30S I put together and my G41. Glock could solve my dilemma by bringing out a G21S, i.e. a G21 with the slim slide and barrel of the G36, G30s and G41. That would be the one I would choose if so restricted.

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