well i had a glock model 22, i liked the gun it just didnt like me. it was a new version with the finger groves and light rails i only put around 200 rounds thru it, during those 200 rounds it never missed a beat. i never was very acrate with it do to the finger groves tried my friends older version and was a lot better with it but neither one of them flet as good as my 1911 so i sold it to a freind and took the money and got me the cd ems i just picked up and pocked the rest of the cash to save maybe for a kimper or colt. seems like it just wasnt for me so im sticking with 1911 models. but all in all i still give the glock a thumbs up. Ronald
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I'm the farthest thing from any kind of authority, but I'll give it a try. I have a G27, and it's been reliable so far, though I'll admit I haven't shot it that much; maybe 4-500 rounds. It does have a pretty snappy recoil, but it's fun to shoot. That said, though the .40 is very popular, I can't seem to find a need for it. I like 9mmm's and my .45's...the .40 is like an answer to an unasked question.
That's just my opinion and I know lots of people swear by .40, so not trying to start a caliber argument.
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I'd rather have another .45, myself.
That's just my opinion and I know lots of people swear by .40, so not trying to start a caliber argument.
I carry a Glock 23 every day, all day, and have done so for several years now. Very comfortable and concealable.
I have two 23's and I've been very pleased. Over 10k rounds through both of them, and I've never experienced a failure outside of two rounds of Wolf ammo which failed to fire. IMHO, the Glock 23 is the best carry gun available.
No other pistol compares when it comes to ease of maintenance and repair, simplicity, and reliabilty, in my experience. I've owned and shot lots of pistols, from Beretta's and Sig's to $2000 custom 1911's, and I've had the best luck with the Glock series. Nonetheless, no gun is perfect, and everybody is different.
FWIW, I've also got a G21 and a G17, and they're great, too
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As far as caliber goes, I've tested most major brands and calibers of ammo in everthing from gelatin and newspapers to hogs and cars, and in the "big three", i.e. 9mm, .40, and .45 there isn't a nickel's worth of difference provided you choose a good round. I've got a Ziploc bag full of expanded bullets and it's difficult to tell them apart. Penetration is the key, and in .40 any standard, non-premium load in 180gr weight will do nicely. For those who insist on "premium", the 180gr ProLoad or the 180gr Rem. Golden Saber would be my choices. The majority of 180gr .40 loads will expand to around 65-68 cal. and penetrate around 13-16" of tissue, which is almost identical to most 230gr .45 loads. Again, there's not enough difference IMHO to matter. Shot placement and deep penetration are the priorities.
Best regards,
Clayton
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I have two 23's and I've been very pleased. Over 10k rounds through both of them, and I've never experienced a failure outside of two rounds of Wolf ammo which failed to fire. IMHO, the Glock 23 is the best carry gun available.
No other pistol compares when it comes to ease of maintenance and repair, simplicity, and reliabilty, in my experience. I've owned and shot lots of pistols, from Beretta's and Sig's to $2000 custom 1911's, and I've had the best luck with the Glock series. Nonetheless, no gun is perfect, and everybody is different.
FWIW, I've also got a G21 and a G17, and they're great, too
As far as caliber goes, I've tested most major brands and calibers of ammo in everthing from gelatin and newspapers to hogs and cars, and in the "big three", i.e. 9mm, .40, and .45 there isn't a nickel's worth of difference provided you choose a good round. I've got a Ziploc bag full of expanded bullets and it's difficult to tell them apart. Penetration is the key, and in .40 any standard, non-premium load in 180gr weight will do nicely. For those who insist on "premium", the 180gr ProLoad or the 180gr Rem. Golden Saber would be my choices. The majority of 180gr .40 loads will expand to around 65-68 cal. and penetrate around 13-16" of tissue, which is almost identical to most 230gr .45 loads. Again, there's not enough difference IMHO to matter. Shot placement and deep penetration are the priorities.
Best regards,
Clayton
[This message has been edited by CH (edited 11-08-2001).]
I have a Glock M22 that I bought for GSSF matches. (I wanted a Model 24 but the $750 price made that impossible, I got mine from a retired LEO for $250). I have developed a lot of respect for it and it is now my primary house gun. It is close by right now in fact
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Mine is the non grooved model and I do wish that I had the newer grip and light rail for home protection.
If I were going to suggest a handgun for all round use I would not hesitate to suggest a Glock in .40 S&W. Serious bullet weight with good velocity.
I bought mine before the Model 35 came out, if I had to chose now and CCW were not an issue I would get the Model 35 for the longer barrel and 3.5# trigger. There is a chance that Ohio may pass CCW this year, if that happens I will look into a model 23 which is sort of the Commander of Glocks.
If I were going to suggest a handgun for all round use I would not hesitate to suggest a Glock in .40 S&W. Serious bullet weight with good velocity.
I bought mine before the Model 35 came out, if I had to chose now and CCW were not an issue I would get the Model 35 for the longer barrel and 3.5# trigger. There is a chance that Ohio may pass CCW this year, if that happens I will look into a model 23 which is sort of the Commander of Glocks.
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