Your preferred GLOCK

SR420 · April 25, 2021, 03:34 PM

NOTE: I don't talk crap about your non-Glock choices, refrain from talking crap about Glock being a person's choice.

Glock has been my Go-To pistol since 1985 when I purchased a used G17.

I have owned many different models since '85, and today my preferred Glock pistols are long slide G34 9mm, and G41 .45ACP. The grips are long enough for my XL hands, and the long sight radius is great once enhanced night sights are installed.

What is your preferred Glock pistol?

**Spats McGee** · April 25, 2021, 04:04 PM

With the caveats that I have only ever owned one Glock and do not currently one one . . . . I'd say the G19. I thought I would love the G48, and with some Shield 15 round mags and a little time, I might end up liking the G48 more than the G19. That said, I did not love shooting the G48, so I'll stick with the G19 as my preferred Glock.

ETA: Oops. I forgot about a G30S. I've owned two Glocks, but that doesn't change my answer. And the G19 that I had was a Gen 4.

cslinger · April 25, 2021, 04:12 PM

Gen 5 Glock 19. I also very much like the original fat Glock 30. Not the SF, Not the S the OG chunky monkey G30.

blchandl2 · April 25, 2021, 04:14 PM

For me it is the 17. I have only shot a 17, 21, and 26 so I have limited exposure.

Brutus · April 25, 2021, 04:16 PM

Have shot many over the years, all other peoples, never warmed up to them.
Just something about that springy thingy in the trigger.

cslinger · April 25, 2021, 04:29 PM

Quote:

. I don't talk crap about your non-Glock choices, refrain from talking crap about Glock being a person's choice.

Just for the record Glocks are not my go to but any shooter with even a modicum of gun knowledge and any intellectual honesty would be hard pressed to give somebody crap for choosing Glock as their go to. I mean pound for pound they might be the best defensive arm one can buy when weighing all factors from price to reliability to durability to history etc.

Again not my specific go to and like any tool has plenty of pros and cons and individual preferences but certainly won’t ever hear me give you crap over Glock.

burrhead · April 25, 2021, 04:51 PM

I carried some sort of Colt 1911 for over thirty years until an old hip injury objected to the weight. Went to a G19 and have never looked back. I shoot once a week, usually 100 rounds at a time but have cut back a little due to the "troubles", and haven't had a bobble. I also like my 3rd gen G21SF for a truck gun.

I had the typical 1911 owner's prejudice against them but now I'm a fan.

stinkeypete · April 25, 2021, 06:14 PM

I would not say no to a G19.

I’ve traded away g17, g26 and tried to like a g22 long slide race gun but I just could not love it. It’s gone.

G19 seems about the right size for my knockin’ around purposes. Big enough to aim, small and light enough to carry.

jonnyc · April 25, 2021, 06:41 PM

My regular carry is a 43X. I see no reason to ever change...short of the sale of Star Trek phasers. Just got a 43X for my son.

IDTrout · April 25, 2021, 06:48 PM

In order, 34, 19X and 21. Have lived them all. 20000 through the 21. Amazing! Neighbor just bought the 43. Cool firearm. Small fire my XL hands

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jmr40 · April 25, 2021, 07:06 PM

G19 and G29, I may add a G30 to the mix one day. I have grip sleeves for both and have the option of using the full size magazines or more compact mags depending on how much I need to worry about concealment. I've had both the comparable full size G17 and G20 and the extra 1/2" of barrel didn't make them any more accurate for me so I let the bigger brothers go.

eflyguy · April 25, 2021, 07:25 PM

I have no one preferred Glock. If so, there would be little need to own several.

I'll only say the 43 is my "preferred" carry. The others each serve a purpose.

Trey45 · April 25, 2021, 07:33 PM

Glocks are not my favorite nor my go to gun, but I currently own 6 of them and plan to get at least 2 more. Out of what I own now, the Gen5 G22MOS is my favorite.

Siggy-06 · April 25, 2021, 07:46 PM

Glock 34 Gen 5

amd6547 · April 25, 2021, 09:58 PM

G26 sees the most use...a “never sell” gun, for me.

MikeG · April 25, 2021, 10:30 PM

Glock 19 gen5, but also I have a Glock 44 for cheap practice and plinking.

Shadow9mm · April 25, 2021, 11:44 PM

I have had and been able to shoot a number of glock's of the years. G22, G17, G23, G19, G26, G43, G42. Not comprehensive but a reasonable selection.

Your question begs a question. Preferred for what? EDC, Duty use, Competition, home defense etc....

For EDC, my current choice is a P365. There is no glock that I am aware of that is similar enough in size and capacity that would fit my needs. And based on my experiences with the G43 and G42, I will not be looking to Glock for sub compact carry guns.

Home defense. G19. It can accept extended mags and has good capacity with fit mags. Also it could flex into EDC depending on your needs as it conceals fairly well although it is a touch on the large side for my taste.

Duty/Competition. G17. IMHO it is too large for EDC. Yes it can be done, I have done it, it is far from ideal. It is a duty belt or competition gun. It probably would also be reasonable for a home defense / range gun. But I prefer the form factor of the 19.

Those are just kind of my thoughts based on my experiences and personal preferences.

9x19 · April 25, 2021, 11:46 PM

First, the 9mm.

Second I'm not a fan of the scrunched up finger grooves on the 19 but do like the overall size.

Third, the Glock 34 is the best handgun ever built.

BarryLee · April 26, 2021, 03:59 AM

Funny thing is I have never really been a GLOCK fan, but somehow became drawn to the G26. I've always said it is the small gun that shoots like a larger gun. Also, the number of magazine options make it a very versatile carry gun. I also have a G20 because I wanted something in 10mm. For me they don't generate the emotional attraction like a nice 1911 or classic revolver, but as I've said before they are the Toyota Camry of the gun world and that's not a bad thing.

Classic12 · April 26, 2021, 05:49 AM

My gen 3 G18. Because at 1300 rpm it’s a ton of fun

SR420 · April 26, 2021, 07:18 AM

I got quite a bit of trigger time with G18 pistols in the late 80's & early 90's... great pistol with easily controlled bursts.

Brownstone322 · April 26, 2021, 10:32 AM

If I could have one and only one Glock, it's a runaway: The Glock 19.

That said, I own five Glocks, and my favorites are the G19X and G43X MOS, which dance around the G19 configuration. This "crossover" business has really changed my way of thinking.

**Spats McGee** · April 26, 2021, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by cslinger

....the OG chunky monkey G30.

LOL. That's too funny. I will never look at another G30 without thinking "chunky monkey."

TailGator · April 26, 2021, 03:57 PM

For carry, I use a G26. It hits a sweet spot in the concealment vs capacity contest for me, and I shoot it about as well as I shoot any centerfire handgun.

dyl · April 26, 2021, 04:48 PM

I've owned a: Gen 3 22, Gen 3 17, Gen 4 Glock 35, a not-a-Glock Polymer 80 G19. I think my favorite is a G35 (it would be a G34 if I had one) or the G35's Gen 4 frame with a G17 slide on it - which I do happen to have.

Between Gen 3 and 4, I like Gen 4 better. I notice the slimmer volume of the grip in the aft-to-front dimension. As much as people think a Gen 3 glock grip is a "brick", boy the untextured P80 G19 sized one is even more blocky in the grip contour in comparison.

I don't carry a Glock so I didn't feel compelled to try Gen 5, especially not with the extra cutouts.

I have always been curious about G19's. I want to see if the grip feels like the G17 but cut short, or if there is a curve that isn't there in other models. For example, when I was looking for my first IWB carry pistol I shot a G26 at the range (Gen 3) and there was a really severe "hump" in the grip that felt strange. Funny thing is, I shot it better than the others but went with the M&P40c at the time just because it felt more like other pistols I had shot.

April 25, 2021, 03:34 PM	#1
SR420 Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Georgia, USA Posts: 3,336	Your preferred GLOCK NOTE: I don't talk crap about your non-Glock choices, refrain from talking crap about Glock being a person's choice. Glock has been my Go-To pistol since 1985 when I purchased a used G17. I have owned many different models since '85, and today my preferred Glock pistols are long slide G34 9mm, and G41 .45ACP. The grips are long enough for my XL hands, and the long sight radius is great once enhanced night sights are installed. What is your preferred Glock pistol? __________________ The History and Development of the M14 EBR

April 25, 2021, 04:04 PM	#2
Spats McGee Staff Join Date: July 28, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 8,821	With the caveats that I have only ever owned one Glock and do not currently one one . . . . I'd say the G19. I thought I would love the G48, and with some Shield 15 round mags and a little time, I might end up liking the G48 more than the G19. That said, I did not love shooting the G48, so I'll stick with the G19 as my preferred Glock. ETA: Oops. I forgot about a G30S. I've owned two Glocks, but that doesn't change my answer. And the G19 that I had was a Gen 4. __________________ I'm a lawyer, but I'm not your lawyer. If you need some honest-to-goodness legal advice, go buy some.

April 25, 2021, 04:12 PM	#3
cslinger Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2002 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 2,045	Gen 5 Glock 19. I also very much like the original fat Glock 30. Not the SF, Not the S the OG chunky monkey G30. __________________ "Is there anyway I can write my local gun store off on my taxes as dependents?"

April 25, 2021, 04:16 PM	#5
Brutus Senior Member Join Date: September 11, 2005 Posts: 1,023	Have shot many over the years, all other peoples, never warmed up to them. Just something about that springy thingy in the trigger. __________________ Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak out, Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen, Winston Churchill.

April 25, 2021, 04:51 PM	#7
burrhead Senior Member Join Date: July 6, 1999 Location: Chihuahuan desert, Texas Posts: 1,148	I carried some sort of Colt 1911 for over thirty years until an old hip injury objected to the weight. Went to a G19 and have never looked back. I shoot once a week, usually 100 rounds at a time but have cut back a little due to the "troubles", and haven't had a bobble. I also like my 3rd gen G21SF for a truck gun. I had the typical 1911 owner's prejudice against them but now I'm a fan. __________________ Join the GOA, SAF and the TSRA I'm offended by people that are easily offended.

April 25, 2021, 04:14 PM	#4
blchandl2 Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 2008 Location: TN Posts: 526	For me it is the 17. I have only shot a 17, 21, and 26 so I have limited exposure.

April 25, 2021, 06:14 PM	#8
stinkeypete Senior Member Join Date: July 22, 2010 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Posts: 1,293	I would not say no to a G19. I’ve traded away g17, g26 and tried to like a g22 long slide race gun but I just could not love it. It’s gone. G19 seems about the right size for my knockin’ around purposes. Big enough to aim, small and light enough to carry. __________________ My book "The Pheasant Hunter's Action Adventure Cookbook" is now on Amazon. Tall tales, hunting tips, butchering from bird to the freezer, and recipes.

April 25, 2021, 06:41 PM	#9
jonnyc Senior Member Join Date: July 20, 2009 Location: PA Posts: 1,731	My regular carry is a 43X. I see no reason to ever change...short of the sale of Star Trek phasers. Just got a 43X for my son. __________________ 2024 PA Cartridge Collector Show; Aug. 16-17, 2024!!! Buy...Sell...Trade All Types of Ammunition & Ordnance PM or email me for 2024 show details.

April 25, 2021, 06:48 PM	#10
IDTrout Junior Member Join Date: September 14, 2019 Posts: 8	In order, 34, 19X and 21. Have lived them all. 20000 through the 21. Amazing! Neighbor just bought the 43. Cool firearm. Small fire my XL hands Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk

April 25, 2021, 07:06 PM	#11
jmr40 Senior Member Join Date: June 15, 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,809	G19 and G29, I may add a G30 to the mix one day. I have grip sleeves for both and have the option of using the full size magazines or more compact mags depending on how much I need to worry about concealment. I've had both the comparable full size G17 and G20 and the extra 1/2" of barrel didn't make them any more accurate for me so I let the bigger brothers go. __________________ "If you're still doing things the same way you were doing them 10 years ago, you're doing it wrong" Winston Churchill

April 25, 2021, 07:25 PM	#12
eflyguy Senior Member Join Date: January 1, 2021 Posts: 335	I have no one preferred Glock. If so, there would be little need to own several. I'll only say the 43 is my "preferred" carry. The others each serve a purpose.

April 25, 2021, 07:33 PM	#13
Trey45 Member Join Date: November 19, 2006 Location: In a van down by the river Posts: 52	Glocks are not my favorite nor my go to gun, but I currently own 6 of them and plan to get at least 2 more. Out of what I own now, the Gen5 G22MOS is my favorite. __________________ Give us this day our daily lead. Sic Semper Tyrannis.

April 25, 2021, 07:46 PM	#14
Siggy-06 Senior Member Join Date: September 2, 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 1,148	Glock 34 Gen 5 __________________ Flicks just like a lighter, just a different kind of fire.

April 25, 2021, 09:58 PM	#15
amd6547 Senior Member Join Date: May 27, 2006 Posts: 2,313	G26 sees the most use...a “never sell” gun, for me. __________________ The past is gone...the future may never happen. Be Here Now.

April 25, 2021, 10:30 PM	#16
MikeG Senior Member Join Date: April 2, 2002 Location: Falcon Colorado Posts: 256	Glock 19 gen5, but also I have a Glock 44 for cheap practice and plinking.

April 25, 2021, 11:44 PM	#17
Shadow9mm Senior Member Join Date: March 21, 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 3,975	I have had and been able to shoot a number of glock's of the years. G22, G17, G23, G19, G26, G43, G42. Not comprehensive but a reasonable selection. Your question begs a question. Preferred for what? EDC, Duty use, Competition, home defense etc.... For EDC, my current choice is a P365. There is no glock that I am aware of that is similar enough in size and capacity that would fit my needs. And based on my experiences with the G43 and G42, I will not be looking to Glock for sub compact carry guns. Home defense. G19. It can accept extended mags and has good capacity with fit mags. Also it could flex into EDC depending on your needs as it conceals fairly well although it is a touch on the large side for my taste. Duty/Competition. G17. IMHO it is too large for EDC. Yes it can be done, I have done it, it is far from ideal. It is a duty belt or competition gun. It probably would also be reasonable for a home defense / range gun. But I prefer the form factor of the 19. Those are just kind of my thoughts based on my experiences and personal preferences. __________________ I don't believe in "range fodder" that is why I reload.

April 25, 2021, 11:46 PM	#18
9x19 Senior Member Join Date: October 15, 1998 Location: Sherman, TX USA Posts: 3,750	First, the 9mm. Second I'm not a fan of the scrunched up finger grooves on the 19 but do like the overall size. Third, the Glock 34 is the best handgun ever built. __________________ Make mine lean, mean, and 9x19!

April 26, 2021, 03:59 AM	#19
BarryLee Senior Member Join Date: July 29, 2010 Location: The ATL (OTP) Posts: 3,946	Funny thing is I have never really been a GLOCK fan, but somehow became drawn to the G26. I've always said it is the small gun that shoots like a larger gun. Also, the number of magazine options make it a very versatile carry gun. I also have a G20 because I wanted something in 10mm. For me they don't generate the emotional attraction like a nice 1911 or classic revolver, but as I've said before they are the Toyota Camry of the gun world and that's not a bad thing. __________________ A major source of objection to a free economy is precisely that it ... gives people what they want instead of what a particular group thinks they ought to want. Underlying most arguments against the free market is a lack of belief in freedom itself. - Milton Friedman

April 26, 2021, 05:49 AM	#20
Classic12 Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2020 Posts: 696	My gen 3 G18. Because at 1300 rpm it’s a ton of fun

April 26, 2021, 07:18 AM	#21
SR420 Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Georgia, USA Posts: 3,336	I got quite a bit of trigger time with G18 pistols in the late 80's & early 90's... great pistol with easily controlled bursts. __________________ The History and Development of the M14 EBR

April 26, 2021, 10:32 AM	#22
Brownstone322 Senior Member Join Date: June 18, 2017 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 277	If I could have one and only one Glock, it's a runaway: The Glock 19. That said, I own five Glocks, and my favorites are the G19X and G43X MOS, which dance around the G19 configuration. This "crossover" business has really changed my way of thinking. __________________ "To me it doesn't matter if your hopes are dreams are shattered." -- Noel Gallagher

April 26, 2021, 03:57 PM	#24
TailGator Senior Member Join Date: May 8, 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,787	For carry, I use a G26. It hits a sweet spot in the concealment vs capacity contest for me, and I shoot it about as well as I shoot any centerfire handgun.

April 26, 2021, 04:48 PM	#25
dyl Senior Member Join Date: October 31, 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,310	I've owned a: Gen 3 22, Gen 3 17, Gen 4 Glock 35, a not-a-Glock Polymer 80 G19. I think my favorite is a G35 (it would be a G34 if I had one) or the G35's Gen 4 frame with a G17 slide on it - which I do happen to have. Between Gen 3 and 4, I like Gen 4 better. I notice the slimmer volume of the grip in the aft-to-front dimension. As much as people think a Gen 3 glock grip is a "brick", boy the untextured P80 G19 sized one is even more blocky in the grip contour in comparison. I don't carry a Glock so I didn't feel compelled to try Gen 5, especially not with the extra cutouts. I have always been curious about G19's. I want to see if the grip feels like the G17 but cut short, or if there is a curve that isn't there in other models. For example, when I was looking for my first IWB carry pistol I shot a G26 at the range (Gen 3) and there was a really severe "hump" in the grip that felt strange. Funny thing is, I shot it better than the others but went with the M&P40c at the time just because it felt more like other pistols I had shot.