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Glock owners - Which glock do you have and why?

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2007-05-25 19:54:47
i am intersted in a glock but theres so many models, dont know which to choose from. i want to hear your suggestions thanks! do you think glock 22 is good for a beginner?
Answered By: swift
Hell yeah, I started out with a G22 and think it's really good. I actually turned it into a race gun and then bought a G35 for production and limited class shooting. I also carry a G23 and that little sucker shoots. I prefer buying a 40 because once you buy a 40 you can convert it to any small frame glock caliber (357sig, 9mm, and or leave it at 40) by changing the barrel and mags when converting to 9mm. For 9mm never use a factory barrel buy a "9mm conversion barrel". The best thing about glocks are you should never have to see a gunsmith or armorer you can fix or customize anything yourself very easily with little or no tools at all. The only reason I wouldn't suggest a g22 for a beginner is because 40 ammo is alot more expensive then 9mm and if you're gonna shoot it alot 9mm is the way to go. In that case I'd get the conversion barrel or a g17, g19, or g34 (9mm). http://www.glock-doc.com/_wsn/page8.html Good luck with your purchase.
User: Tbird
get a glock 21 45 auto. my dad is a police officer that is what they carry it is a good gun i got one because of him it can hold 13 rounds in a law enforcement mag which is legal now and with 13 shots of 45 there isnt nothing you have to worry about...unless you just cant shoot.
User: cptndaveahoe
That's a great choice dude. .40 is the perfect happy medium between 9 and 45. Just be careful if it's your first gun, cuz they don't have a safety.
User: atomic3030
I own a Glock 17 for it's reliabilty, durability, and versatility. Ammunition is cheap, as 9mm is a popular and available cartridge choice. You can select milder loads for practice/plinking, or you can load it with +P for self defense. +P ammo will give you close to .357 magnum power which is the yard-stick for defense loads. As for the Glock 22; it's a great gun, but it's not the best for beginners. The .40 s&w has a sharp recoil which may be too much for new shooters.
User: Matt M
I got a Glock 20 in 10mm. I got it kind of on an impulse buy at only $400. The orginal owner didn't like it much because of ammo cost and recoil. Glock 22 may be ok for a beginner, but I started with 9mm because the ammo was significantly cheaper.
User: abdulnonoodle
I have 3 Glocks, a 20, 23, and 29. The first Glock I bought was the 20, which is the full size 10mm, and it is awesome. The power is great, and with my custom reloads I get double the power of a .45. It's on my desk now as I type this answer. The second Glock I bought was the 23. I bought it to let a woman I was dating at the time use it because an ex-boyfriend of hers was threatening her and I was worried he might try to hurt her when I wasn't around. When we broke up I put that Glock in my gun safe where it is now. My 3rd Glock was the 29. I wanted it for the 10mm power in a smaller package that will better fit in a pocket. I like the 29, and think it's cool that although it comes with a 10 round flush mount clip, it also accepts the 15 round clips that are designed for the larger model 20. My 29 is in the safe with my 23, but I use it when I anticipate being in a situation where I want the 10mm power but need to conceal a smaller pistol than the 20. The 22 you ask about is great for a beginner because it has all the power you will probably need, and the ammo is cheaper than the 10mm that I prefer. I'm more picky than most when it comes to my guns, and since I reload my own ammo for all my center fire rifles and pistols, I can make relatively cheap rounds and make them more powerful and more accurate than anything the factories offer. I also have a Thompson Contender 10mm with a 10 inch bull barrel and a 2-6 power scope on it, and with the 190 grain reloads I use in my Glocks chambered for the 10mm, my Contender does 2 inch groups at 100 yards. If you don't plan on reloading your ammo, get the 22 and you won't be sorry. If you reload or think you might want to start doing it, get the 20 and shoot some factory loads to get your brass, then get a reloading set and impress yourself with what the 10mm will do. As for those who insult Glocks, they don't know what they are talking about.
User: swift
Hell yeah, I started out with a G22 and think it's really good. I actually turned it into a race gun and then bought a G35 for production and limited class shooting. I also carry a G23 and that little sucker shoots. I prefer buying a 40 because once you buy a 40 you can convert it to any small frame glock caliber (357sig, 9mm, and or leave it at 40) by changing the barrel and mags when converting to 9mm. For 9mm never use a factory barrel buy a "9mm conversion barrel". The best thing about glocks are you should never have to see a gunsmith or armorer you can fix or customize anything yourself very easily with little or no tools at all. The only reason I wouldn't suggest a g22 for a beginner is because 40 ammo is alot more expensive then 9mm and if you're gonna shoot it alot 9mm is the way to go. In that case I'd get the conversion barrel or a g17, g19, or g34 (9mm). http://www.glock-doc.com/_wsn/page8.html Good luck with your purchase.
User: charlsyeh
i never liked glocks until i was issued one.now i would not have anything else. i was issued a glock 22,40 cal.to this date i have put several thousand rounds thru it with a misfire or stove pipe.it will even shoot under water.if you need for some reason to quickly take it apart is is very simple with only 4 parts.it has been the most dependable gun i have ever owned.you can buy a prettier or more expensive gun but i want reliability. in the field you life depends upon the liability of you weapon. with a glock you will always be secure
User: jason s
I will echo what several people have already said. I own the Glock 22 and 23. Both in .40 S&W. They may never win a beauty contest. Maybe not even a pinpoint accuracy contest. But, for the money, they represent an outstanding value in handguns. With practice, you will learn to shoot the Glocks accurately. (I readily admit that I am usually the limiting factor in all of my firearms accuracy) Glocks function almost always perfectly. I have never had a problem cycling and feeding almost any type of ammo. The only thing my Glocks do not like are the CCI 'Snakeshot' shells. None of my semi-autos cycle those shells though. So, it is not a Glock problem. Glocks come in a shape and caliber to fit almost any hand. Spare parts and holsters are plentiful, Many holsters fit a wide range of Glocks. So, you can add a second or third or fourth Glock to your collection and use the same holsters in many cases. And lastly, Glocks are very simple and intuitive to operate. My first gun was a 'wundernine' SIG P226 9 mm. I still love that gun, but eventually wanted the extra power of the .40 S&W. At first I was VERY skeptical about a plastic gun, with no visible external safety. Then I put several thousand rounds through my Model 22. I started to become a believer. So I got the smaller Model 23. I am a lefty, so I really like the ambidextrous nature of the Glock. The takedown is very simple. My wife mastered it in two tries. Recently I have moved on the .45 ACP and rely on it almost exclusively. I have a pair of lovely Para Ordnance compacts. But, the Glocks are still in my safe. I would not feel undergunned with them at all. If I run across a good deal on a Glock .45, I would snap them up. So, this was a long winded essay that was intended to say, YES, the Glocks are good guns and the .40 S&W is a good caliber that will be here for many years to come. Go for it! Shoot safely and responsibly. best regards.
User: elamontc
You already have plenty of answers but I feel like one point has been less than adequately addressed: What will you use the gun for? If if is just a shooter or a home defense gun then go with the full size. If you (now or someday in the next 15 years, because the Glock will last at least that long) plan on carrying it concealed you should consider the compact or the sub-compact. The compact will still be a joy to shoot recreationally but is easier to conceal than the full size. I own a G22 (my duty weapon) and a G27 (sub-compact) but the G23 is a nice medium if you only want to buy one gun. Now for you caliber choice: You have chosen wisely, young grasshopper. The .40 S&W is a great round with plenty of power, yet manageable recoil and cost. I think the recoil of the 10mm and the 45 causes your second and third shots to take a little too long (if you want them to hit the target). If the terd hits the fan, trust me that things happen faster than you have ever seen them happen before and 1/100th of a second might mean the difference between you going home or not. I like the power offered from these larger calibers but the trade off is not worth it. If all you intend to do is shoot to enjoy shooting, go with the 9mm for it's economy and gentler recoil.
User: H
I own three Glocks. My primary Glock is the Model 20 in .10mm. This is my duty weapon. I also own a Glock Model 31 in .357 Sig which is my 'reserve' Glock. Both of these have night sights and high capacity magazines. Finally, I own a Glock 26 in .9mm (the baby Glock) just because I like Glocks and wanted to add the baby brother to my arsenal. One day one of my daughters will have this one (when she gets her CCW license). My first choice is my first generation Glock .10mm which has patrolled the streets of Houston with me for going on twelve years now. It fits my hand just right and has plenty of 'umph' for whatever the situation may call for. Crackheads I've had to arrest at gun point have commented to me: "That's the biggest, baddest, ugliest gun I have ever seen!" It makes them..: Behave! My ten has been THE entry weapon when serving felony warrants and a shotgun was not available. A Glock Model 22 in .40 S & W should work just fine for you as a first or only Glock. It'll take care of business and now ammo is getting to be nearly as easy to find as for the Model 17 in .9mm. Good luck. H
User: toolman5256
i think you would really like the glock 22 i carried it when i was an officer and i now carry it everyday as a concealed carry weapon. I have put over 10,000 rounds through mine . i have only had one problem, that was easily fixed, you can find a good used leo trade in at www.cdnninvestments.com they will be about 350-400 + s&h the magazines are easy to find used and are very cheap as well the 40. caliber round employs the knock down power of a 45. but it has less recoil allowing you to line up your second shot quicker. Hope this helps you out
User: scubapete13
I own a model 19 (9mm) and a model 23 (40 s&w) I really enjoy shooting them both but if I was to only be able to have 1 gun it would be the model 23. The 23 has a little more power and I feel more comfortable with the 23. The shells are a little more expensive, but unless you shoot several hundred rounds a week, it really doesn't matter much. Both guns are a comfortable size and can be carried concealed if necessary.

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