You will buy a Glock

October 23, 2014, 05:37 PM

jeremiahjj

quote:
Originally posted by TannerBoyl:
I was gifted a Glock 17 by my mother. For years, it was my only pistol. Then I found the wonderful world of Sigs, Berettas and HKs. I still love that Glock, but it remains my only Glock.

Recently, I have been thinking about getting a Glock 20SF. Why? Because 10mm is one better than 9mm! Actually, I want a nice side arm for hunting & hiking. I figured that it is lighter than a revolver and has more power than any autos that I currently have.

Hopefully, I'll place my order on Friday (barring any unforseen circumstances).

You will be a happy camper when it comes in. Happier camper still if you get into reloading. Or buy Buffalo Bore or Double Tap ammo ($$$$). Stuff off the shelf can't come close to these bad boys. All I've done to my pistol is polish the trigger mechanism and install Meprolite sights.

November 04, 2014, 06:52 PM

RogueJSK

One less Sig; one more Glock. Picked up a Glock 34 today. Traded my SP2022 for it.

I now have a 34, 17, 19, and 26.

November 04, 2014, 11:19 PM

1lowlife

quote:
Originally posted by RogueJSK:
One less Sig; one more Glock. Picked up a Glock 34 today. Traded my SP2022 for it.

I now have a 34, 17, 19, and 26.

That was a great trade....

Never been a fan of polymer Sigs...

November 05, 2014, 07:18 AM

CQB60

Sold off my P227Carry for a G41. I like the results so far.

November 05, 2014, 07:52 AM

burnetma

I shot a G27 Gen 4 two weeks ago. Slippery little feller. I had to regrip after every shot. The harder I gripped, the more it squirted out of my hand. GAP mag plates and a slide over rubber grip may stop that, but I did not have the opportunity to try it out.

As expected, the G27 does not point naturally for me. I have this problem with every Glock due to the grip angle. I have been told that there is a fix for that too.

I am trying to like Glocks, but they just do not fit me well. I could get a free Glock or XD/XDm right now, but I really cannot warm up enough to either to "pull the trigger" on that deal.

November 05, 2014, 08:58 AM

1lowlife

quote:
Originally posted by burnetma:
I shot a G27 Gen 4 two weeks ago. Slippery little feller. I had to regrip after every shot. The harder I gripped, the more it squirted out of my hand. GAP mag plates and a slide over rubber grip may stop that, but I did not have the opportunity to try it out.

As expected, the G27 does not point naturally for me. I have this problem with every Glock due to the grip angle. I have been told that there is a fix for that too.

I am trying to like Glocks, but they just do not fit me well. I could get a free Glock or XD/XDm right now, but I really cannot warm up enough to either to "pull the trigger" on that deal.

The only slippery Glock I've ever shot is a Gen 1 G17, due to the lack of texture on the grip.

The GAP plates will help with stability on the subcompact Glocks.

I aimed a bit high on the draw with Glocks when I first got into them.
It is easy to lower the front sight, and it became second nature after awhile.
You can try a Grip Force Adapter or just look into a Gen 4 with the various back straps.
There are MANY options to customize a Glock trigger for minimal investment.
An XD/XDM/XDS will need a $80 = $100 PRP or Springer trigger kit to make it acceptable IMHO

I've owned and sold 5 XD pistols, I still own 8 Glocks...
One of the 5..

Then again, with all your issues, maybe Glocks just aren't for you...

November 05, 2014, 09:03 AM

Lord Vaalic

I have recently converted 3 people to the dark side.... now they will buy a Glock.

And I am on my way to number 8 and 9!

November 05, 2014, 09:09 AM

burnetma

quote:
Originally posted by 1lowlife:
quote:
Originally posted by burnetma:
I shot a G27 Gen 4 two weeks ago. Slippery little feller. I had to regrip after every shot. The harder I gripped, the more it squirted out of my hand. GAP mag plates and a slide over rubber grip may stop that, but I did not have the opportunity to try it out.

As expected, the G27 does not point naturally for me. I have this problem with every Glock due to the grip angle. I have been told that there is a fix for that too.

I am trying to like Glocks, but they just do not fit me well. I could get a free Glock or XD/XDm right now, but I really cannot warm up enough to either to "pull the trigger" on that deal.

The only slippery Glock I've ever shot is a Gen 1 G17, due to the lack of texture on the grip.

The GAP plates will help with stability on the subcompact Glocks.

I aimed a bit high on the draw with Glocks when I first got into them.
It is easy to lower the front sight, and it became second nature after awhile.
You can try a Grip Force Adapter or just look into a Gen 4 with the various back straps.
There are MANY options to customize a Glock trigger for minimal investment.
An XD/XDM/XDS will need a $80 = $100 PRP or Springer trigger kit to make it acceptable IMHO

I've owned and sold 5 XD pistols, I still own 8 Glocks...
One of the 5..

Then again, with all your issues, maybe Glocks just aren't for you...

Glock is capable of being a hunting caliber pistol, which until Sig releases the P220-10, they do have a purpose in my arsenal. That has been and remains the sole driver of my interest to date.

I am not trying to be critical. I am actually trying to justify getting a Glock and then making it work well for me.

November 05, 2014, 09:14 AM

Eric357

I haven't bought one yet but keep looking.

When I first started looking the 27 was what I thought would be a decent first. But after looking and looking the 19 and 23 gen 4 seems to feel the best I hand.

I do kind of like the Xd line. My wife has an Xds 9mm and I enjoy it.

November 05, 2014, 09:20 AM

Tecumseh

I have been meaning to not buy a Glock but through work I can get a NIB Glock 34/35/41 for about $420 shipped. It is so tempting.

November 05, 2014, 09:21 AM

parabellum

Sure, we understand. Her's a couple of passes to the bath house. You know, so you can clear your mind.

November 05, 2014, 09:26 AM

JPD217

quote:
You will buy a Glock

Well almost anyway. I was seriously looking at a G42 after shooting one, but I came to my senses and went with a Sig P938.

I've come a long way, when I first saw this thread I thought no way will I ever own a stinking Glock, can't say that anymore, I may succumb yet.

November 05, 2014, 09:36 AM

Sugarwater

quote:
Originally posted by burnetma:

I am trying to like Glocks, but they just do not fit me well. I could get a free Glock or XD/XDm right now, but I really cannot warm up enough to either to "pull the trigger" on that deal.

"Free"? Then what is the hold up. Get it, try it out and then if you don't like the feel then sell it off. I was "anti" Glock (not really anti, I just had no interest) until the Gen4 came out. At that point it changed the feel for me. Do I still like Sig more? Yes. But Glocks are great tools and toys for gun fans. Again, you said "free", so give it a try. You will probably end up enjoying it.

November 05, 2014, 10:39 AM

Prefontaine

quote:
Originally posted by burnetma:
I shot a G27 Gen 4 two weeks ago. Slippery little feller. I had to regrip after every shot. The harder I gripped, the more it squirted out of my hand. GAP mag plates and a slide over rubber grip may stop that, but I did not have the opportunity to try it out.

As expected, the G27 does not point naturally for me. I have this problem with every Glock due to the grip angle. I have been told that there is a fix for that too.

I am trying to like Glocks, but they just do not fit me well. I could get a free Glock or XD/XDm right now, but I really cannot warm up enough to either to "pull the trigger" on that deal.

For the baby Glocks I really recommend the Pearce +0 grip extension. They make a Gen4 specific version that I really like. Actually with that +0 on there, it's my favorite grip out of all the Glocks and doesn't change printing while carrying since the rear of heel of the gun is the same exact size.

I have never liked the G27, painful to shoot. I'd try a 26 and then you'll see why it's so many people's favorite carry gun, mine included.