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I see the old sand test I was part of years ago has stirred up a hornet's nest over on another forum - I tried to post this thread there but found out I was banned - not sure why that would be so I decided to post this here - in addition it answers several questions I get in nearly every class about Glocks- here goes;
1) IMO the Glock 19 and 17 are the best Glock's made - both are excellent pistols - I own, use, and recommend both
2) I do not recommend the G22, G23, or G21 - based on my experience these pistols have problems (breakage, won't function with rail mounted lights, etc.) and I feel there are better choices in 40 and 45
3) Glocks as a rule are not as accurate as many other service pistols - partly due to the enlarged chamber - this can be fixed with aftermarket barrels
4) I recommend 3 things for a Glock 19 or 17; good sights (Heinie, Novak, 10-8and Warren are my current favorites) , a buttplug to keep debris out of the trigger mech (cheap insurance), and my mag catch made by Tangodown. Optional but highly recommended is frame texturing by Dave Bowie (I like the finger grooves removed also)
5) They are incredibly forgiving in maintenance and lubrication - amazing
6) Incredibly simple to operate - 2 levers/buttons and 1 is optional
7) Always remember the golden rule with a Glock; keep your finger OFF the trigger until you are ready to shoot - if you don't adhere to this expect a loud noise at some point
Bottom line Glocks in 9mm are excellent pistols - they are not my first choice in other calibers however - the S&W M&P has been called a product improved Glock ; this may be true but the verdict is still out as the M&P is a relatively new handgun vs millions of Glock's in service (mostly in 9mm I might add) and S&W has a spotty record in terms of autoloading pistols - time will tell
hope this helps
Larry Vickers
www.vickerstactical.com
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Originally Posted by SuicideHz
) to aquire two G19's and one G17 with serious performance problems, however, I've have had so many good examples of both models that I still consider them a 'top shelf' handgun and do not fault anyone who chooses to carry one. But my biggest problem is their grip angle. If I shoot nothing but Glocks I can adapt and do just fine, but I have trouble when I switch to anything else and back. And the Glock trigger is not the most accurate for myself. I have had better luck with Sig's and HK's and am more accurate with their DA first shots than I am with the Glock's,(I've trained with them a lot) so I turned away from the Glock many years ago and don't miss it THAT much, although I do admit to missing the ruggedness somewhat.
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