Thinking about a Glock 19
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Varminterror
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A company I used to work for bought me a 19 back in 2005 as part of a technology development project I was working on (easier for them to pay me to buy a gun, rather than them OWN a gun), really like the pistol.
Mine is a Gen 2.
Frankly, it's a bit too big to be convenient for CC except in the winter, and a little extra size (say the full size 17) would be nice sometimes, but all in all, it's a nice little package. If you want a plinker, a full size might be nicer for you, if you want concealability, the sub-compact G26 might be better.
I'm not as big of an auto pistol shooter anymore as I once was, but my 19 is on my nightstand, goes into the field a few times a month for practice. Dependable, ugly as sin, accurate enough for an autopistol, and EASY TO OPERATE. There are pistols out there that I LIKE BETTER, but I'm hard pressed to really say that there is a pistol out there that just flat IS BETTER.
Mine is a Gen 2.
Frankly, it's a bit too big to be convenient for CC except in the winter, and a little extra size (say the full size 17) would be nice sometimes, but all in all, it's a nice little package. If you want a plinker, a full size might be nicer for you, if you want concealability, the sub-compact G26 might be better.
I'm not as big of an auto pistol shooter anymore as I once was, but my 19 is on my nightstand, goes into the field a few times a month for practice. Dependable, ugly as sin, accurate enough for an autopistol, and EASY TO OPERATE. There are pistols out there that I LIKE BETTER, but I'm hard pressed to really say that there is a pistol out there that just flat IS BETTER.
bcranch
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Glocks are excellent pistols. I have several from full size down to a 26. They are my favorite pistols to shoot and I regularly carry the 26. I agree with Varminterror that they are a little big for a regular concealed gun. Some people are concerned with the lack of a "safety" as most people know it but like anything else, you have to be familiar with your weapon. (That is actually the major reason that they have not been adopted by the mainstream US Army, they are regular use items with many of the more specialized units.) Buy one and enjoy.
Rock Knocker
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I was shooting my buddies Glock 19 9mm a couple weeks ago. I love the feeling of shooting the 9mm, once I figured out how to hold the gun.
I am an XD owner and love them. The Glocks just feel about as comfortable as a brick to hold. He even left it at my place for a week, and I was playing with it most the time it was here. I just couldnt figure it out. Not made for me.
I am an XD owner and love them. The Glocks just feel about as comfortable as a brick to hold. He even left it at my place for a week, and I was playing with it most the time it was here. I just couldnt figure it out. Not made for me.
KATTRAKER
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Originally Posted By: Varminterror
Frankly, it's a bit too big to be convenient for CC except in the winter, and a little extra size (say the full size 17) would be nice sometimes, but all in all, it's a nice little package. If you want a plinker, a full size might be nicer for you, if you want concealability, the sub-compact G26 might be better.
I have my own range with some steel targets hanging. I thought it would be good to plink with and good for my wife to use when I am off hunting. No slides, etc for her to mess with. Pick it up and get going, so to say.
The Model 17 might be a better choice, especially if I see a price difference LOL
Frankly, it's a bit too big to be convenient for CC except in the winter, and a little extra size (say the full size 17) would be nice sometimes, but all in all, it's a nice little package. If you want a plinker, a full size might be nicer for you, if you want concealability, the sub-compact G26 might be better.
I have my own range with some steel targets hanging. I thought it would be good to plink with and good for my wife to use when I am off hunting. No slides, etc for her to mess with. Pick it up and get going, so to say.
The Model 17 might be a better choice, especially if I see a price difference LOL
Glocks do have safeties, 3 of them. One on the trigger, 2 internal.
They're striker fired & are half cocked & unlocked.
If you're going to carry one (my wife & I do) you need to learn the specifics of how to do so safely.
You need a holster that covers the trigger & you need to be fully aware that anything that gets inside the trigger guard can cause the weapon to fire.
I carried a model 17 for several year in AZ, year round, concealed when necessary. I carry a model 30 now and in AL it has to stay concealed. If you want to conceal a larger gun you have to adapt your wardrobe. I use a vest for mild to hot weather & a jacket when it's colder.
They're striker fired & are half cocked & unlocked.
If you're going to carry one (my wife & I do) you need to learn the specifics of how to do so safely.
You need a holster that covers the trigger & you need to be fully aware that anything that gets inside the trigger guard can cause the weapon to fire.
I carried a model 17 for several year in AZ, year round, concealed when necessary. I carry a model 30 now and in AL it has to stay concealed. If you want to conceal a larger gun you have to adapt your wardrobe. I use a vest for mild to hot weather & a jacket when it's colder.
KATTRAKER
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Originally Posted By: Stu FarishGlocks do have safeties, 3 of them. One on the trigger, 2 internal.
They're striker fired & are half cocked & unlocked.
If you're going to carry one (my wife & I do) you need to learn the specifics of how to do so safely.
You need a holster that covers the trigger & you need to be fully aware that anything that gets inside the trigger guard can cause the weapon to fire.
I carried a model 17 for several year in AZ, year round, concealed when necessary. I carry a model 30 now and in AL it has to stay concealed. If you want to conceal a larger gun you have to adapt your wardrobe. I use a vest for mild to hot weather & a jacket when it's colder.
I work for a state agency kitty corner from the state Hwy patrol headquarters; my wife works for a large bank that Ron Paul hates. We are surrounded by uniforms most of our days. Neither one of us can carry in the buildings we work at and we live in the country. Most days on my ranch I open carry, as do many of my neighbors. They all shoot at my range or bring their guns to me to work on.
I like the idea of the Model 19 as a plinker for my wife. She liked the neighbors gun and so did I.
I have no plan to carry; but if I did my Certification as an NRA Pistol Instructor would serve me well.
They're striker fired & are half cocked & unlocked.
If you're going to carry one (my wife & I do) you need to learn the specifics of how to do so safely.
You need a holster that covers the trigger & you need to be fully aware that anything that gets inside the trigger guard can cause the weapon to fire.
I carried a model 17 for several year in AZ, year round, concealed when necessary. I carry a model 30 now and in AL it has to stay concealed. If you want to conceal a larger gun you have to adapt your wardrobe. I use a vest for mild to hot weather & a jacket when it's colder.
I work for a state agency kitty corner from the state Hwy patrol headquarters; my wife works for a large bank that Ron Paul hates. We are surrounded by uniforms most of our days. Neither one of us can carry in the buildings we work at and we live in the country. Most days on my ranch I open carry, as do many of my neighbors. They all shoot at my range or bring their guns to me to work on.
I like the idea of the Model 19 as a plinker for my wife. She liked the neighbors gun and so did I.
I have no plan to carry; but if I did my Certification as an NRA Pistol Instructor would serve me well.
The Glocks are ugly as sin, but they work. There have been relatively few issues with them since they have come out. Some people claim they dont feel good in there hands, spend more time shooting then. I have ran enough rounds through 1 of mine that would of made a mortal pistol puke, but this old work horse keeps running. Definately not a "pretty" gun though, more of a tool.
Varminterror
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Originally Posted By: KATTRAKEROriginally Posted By: Varminterror
Frankly, it's a bit too big to be convenient for CC except in the winter, and a little extra size (say the full size 17) would be nice sometimes, but all in all, it's a nice little package. If you want a plinker, a full size might be nicer for you, if you want concealability, the sub-compact G26 might be better.
I have my own range with some steel targets hanging. I thought it would be good to plink with and good for my wife to use when I am off hunting. No slides, etc for her to mess with. Pick it up and get going, so to say.
The Model 17 might be a better choice, especially if I see a price difference LOL
In that case, then either the 17 or 19 will be fine. I have both and really can't tell a lot of difference between the two. The 19 fills my hand, the 17 sticks a little further out the bottom (I have large/XL hands by glove size, wedding ring is a 12.5) The 17's longer barrel isn't long enough to make much difference in sight picture, accuracy, or recoil, and they balance very similarly.
There is no difference in price for comparable models (i.e. the high cap 17 vs the high cap 19, the Gen 4 vs the Gen 4, etc etc) at least at honest shops. Some crooks might try to sell the compact model for a premium, but they shouldn't be.
Frankly, it's a bit too big to be convenient for CC except in the winter, and a little extra size (say the full size 17) would be nice sometimes, but all in all, it's a nice little package. If you want a plinker, a full size might be nicer for you, if you want concealability, the sub-compact G26 might be better.
I have my own range with some steel targets hanging. I thought it would be good to plink with and good for my wife to use when I am off hunting. No slides, etc for her to mess with. Pick it up and get going, so to say.
The Model 17 might be a better choice, especially if I see a price difference LOL
In that case, then either the 17 or 19 will be fine. I have both and really can't tell a lot of difference between the two. The 19 fills my hand, the 17 sticks a little further out the bottom (I have large/XL hands by glove size, wedding ring is a 12.5) The 17's longer barrel isn't long enough to make much difference in sight picture, accuracy, or recoil, and they balance very similarly.
There is no difference in price for comparable models (i.e. the high cap 17 vs the high cap 19, the Gen 4 vs the Gen 4, etc etc) at least at honest shops. Some crooks might try to sell the compact model for a premium, but they shouldn't be.
claimbuster
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Life's too short to carry an UGLY gun!
1911, everything else is just an imitation!
1911, everything else is just an imitation!
the 17 is 1/2 inch longer & 1/2 inch taller than a 190 & holds 2 more rounds. Very little difference, my suggestion -unless size is truly critical- between the 2 is to buy the one you get the best deal on.
glocks are indeed ugly, unless you consider function a thing of beauty
glocks are indeed ugly, unless you consider function a thing of beauty
claimbuster
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Stu, that is like those friends we had in high school trying to convince us that the ugly girl had a great personality and that we should go out with her!
OldTurtle
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I will agree that Glocks, to most people, are ugly as sin...I've owned seven or eight over the years and still have my 1986 model 17 with a five digit serial number...
I have no idea how many practice and competition rounds I've fired over the years..(I used to shoot nine of the GSSF matches each year, all in different locations)...and never had a malfunction and all of them were as accurate, or more so, than most other handguns that I've shot...
The downside to Glocks is the inability to shoot high round counts of lead bullets, but with an after market barrel, that can be overcome...
I have no idea how many practice and competition rounds I've fired over the years..(I used to shoot nine of the GSSF matches each year, all in different locations)...and never had a malfunction and all of them were as accurate, or more so, than most other handguns that I've shot...
The downside to Glocks is the inability to shoot high round counts of lead bullets, but with an after market barrel, that can be overcome...
Originally Posted By: claimbusterStu, that is like those friends we had in high school trying to convince us that the ugly girl had a great personality and that we should go out with her!
No, that is like the decent-looking girl had a great personality, put out better or as well as than the hot ones, didn't need as much upkeep, was much less expensive on dates, AND didn't divorce you for most of your life savings after you married her and invested most of your life into her........or something like that! LOL!!!
Pretty 1911 by the way.
No, that is like the decent-looking girl had a great personality, put out better or as well as than the hot ones, didn't need as much upkeep, was much less expensive on dates, AND didn't divorce you for most of your life savings after you married her and invested most of your life into her........or something like that! LOL!!!
Pretty 1911 by the way.
Squeeze
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People that compare pistols to women need help!
I have 4 Glocks, 2 XDs, 1 S&W M&P, 1 Ruger LCP, 1 Browning
BDM, and 1 very customized 1911. I still shoot GSSF matches,
so I get deals on Glocks, mentioned in the interest of
transparency. I also am a NRA Pistol and Personal Protection
Instructor. I see a bunch of pistols and revolvers on the
range.
Here is my take on pistols...And yes, Glocks are ugly.
I shoot the one that best fits me and the situation I
am shooting for.
When I want to shoot Bullseye, I either shoot the 1911, or
a Glock 20(10mm Auto) with a KKM extended barrel. If I
just want to have fun, or I am practicing for some 9mm
friendly competition division, I shoot my Glock 17 Gen4. If
I am running some self defense drills, I shoot either the
Glock 27 (baby Glock in 40 S&W), or the Ruger LCP. For those
severe Zombie threat days
on a tactical thigh holster, and fill it with either a Glock
30, a Glock 20, an XD-45, or the 1911(for posterity).
As for picking a pistol, I often invite people out to my
range, and put all of my pistols on the range table. About
50% end up with a Glock, and the other 50% end up with a
blend of 1911s, S&W M&Ps, or XDs. Glocks have better after-
market support, but just about all of today's plastic pistols
are reliable. So try a few, and buy the one that feels good
and shoots good, for you. As for 1911s, there is a reason
they are 100 years and still going strong, but strapping old
slab sides to your butt for personal protection, is going to
make for saggy pants...I much prefer a Glock 27 clipped on my
belt, in a IWB holster.
Squeeze