Glock 27 Handgun

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→How many times can you re-chamber a cartridge?

2007-03-05 07:36:01

I've read that manufactures like Remington and Federal say that a cartridge can be re chambered up to two times. And I've heard people talk about bullet "set-back" due to re-chambering too many times. I have a CCW and carry my Glock 27 on a daily basis. I unload the chamber just about every night. I drop the cartridge into the chamber and let the slide close on it, then insert the magazine. I also know others who carry daily that reuse the same cartridge probably a hundred times. So what's the truth? What is the standard guideline for law enforcement agencies?

Answered By: jack w

hI've never heard of such a thing! Used a SIG for many years and today's cartridges are designed to be chambered many, many times. The only way a bullet can be set back in the case is if the projectile hits the rifling each time the round is chambered. A correctly manufactured barrel with the proper leade will never allow this to happen. The only group that chamber rounds to touch the rifling are bench rest rifle shooters - and not all of them do it. A properly crimped bullet will not come loose in the case unless there is a tremendous amount of abuse involved. Chambering and re-chambering will not affect a cartridge. Think about the "trauma" involved during firing, the slide moves back, ejecting a case and then move forward, stripping a cartridge out of the magazine and slamming it into the chamber and suddenly stopping. In a very short period of time. The most common requirement of law enforcement agencies is that duty ammo be replaced yearly - its usually expended at the range, during qualification, and replaced with new. Never heard of only chambering a round twice!!

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→Shoulder Holster?

2008-01-20 18:28:06

So, what can you tell me about them? The pros, cons, ect. How well do they conceal a weapon? What are its practical applications, and what are its down sides? The rig that I have in mind is the Miami Classic by Galco, and the weapon that I'd be using is a Glock 27. Thanks for the tips and advice. :)

Answered By: old fuzz

From the standpoint of concealment, the shoulder holster is pretty good. The key is keeping the holster snug to the body, so it does not flop around as you move. I believe the Classic does have a strap that fastens to the pants belt. A shoulder holster works best with an automatic, the flat gun conceals better than a revolver. Some holsters hold the gun vertically, others horizontally. The vertical holster is more secure but forces an awkward draw. The horizontal holster is the faster draw, but needs a safety strap to secure the gun. The fit of the shoulder straps to your body is critical. Too short, and the holster will bite into your shoulders. Too loose and the holster will shift around on your shoulders. Balance is important as well. I believe the classic has options to add a mag carrier and cuffs to the rig. Go with the mag carrier (at least). The two loaded mags will come close to balancing the weight of the gun. If you are a large man (particularly through the chest), you will find the shoulder rig difficult to use. Fitting is a problem and sometimes even reaching for the weapon is a stretch for the shooting arm. Actually, women, with narrower chests, find it easier to draw with a shoulder holster. The one big draw back to a shoulder holster is that you can not take off your jacket or coat if you want the gun to stay concealed. During my stint as a police detective, I carried my Colt 1911 in a Bianchi X15 holster. This was a vertical draw holster. The 1911 was simply too large for horizontal carry (poked out beyond the body). I was doing a lot of weight training in those days, so my shoulders and chest were quite broad. Drawing the 1911 was very awkward. I finally switched to a strong side belt carry. The downside to the shoulder holster is the coat you are wearing. You can not button or zip up the coat. Doing so means you can not get at the gun quickly. I once had to draw mine and actually caught the lining of my suit jacket on the hammer of my gun. You have to practice getting your coat out of the way of the draw. More than one cop has shot a hole in his coat/jacket. The draw with a shoulder holster is ALWAYS slower than the draw from a strong side holster. Simply because the gun has to come from the far side of your body all the way around to the strong side before you can shoot. I can't remember if your Glock 27 is a full size or compact gun. But, either way, have you considered an Inside the Waistband holster? Just as concealable, but faster and more comfortable.

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→What kind of compact pistol should I buy?

2008-01-28 01:54:35

I want a Glock 27, but theres not much of a safety on it. Actually, its the most pathetic safety I have ever seen. I have thought about a kimber but their kind of expensive, and I have heard the polymer frame S&W's arent that good. I dont want a revolver, but I want something nice, not too high and packs a punch, and is accurate

Answered By: Ellen

I carry the S&W Model 60 -15 and it remains my favorite tactical J-frame for it's superior ballistics, sights, and ejector rod, the Model 640 is an easier gun to carry and has much to commend it. It is compact, powerful, robust, snag-free, and endowed with the legendary reliability of the Model 60 family of revolvers.

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→best back up weapon?

2006-10-18 09:01:58

which compact hand gun is the best as a on duty back up; a glock 27 or a h&k usp 40. also any other reliable compacts you suggest please list.

Answered By: tyrsson58

If you don't mind the money, an HK P-7 in 9mm or .40 works well. It's as small as many .380's, and is a full service caliber, and has a full 4 inch barrel, as well. It's also very reliable, being straight blow-back. They tested it with the extractor removed, and it still functioned 97% of the time. Imagine how reliable it is with the extractor still in it..... It has a unique "squeeze cocking" mechanism that most folks are not familiar with, and thus may not be able to use if they get your weapon. Spyderman, a back-up weapon is for extreme circumstances, not as a crutch for the incompetent. Things like: -The Bad Guys took my weapon. -My weapon fails, or has a feed jam that is so slow to clear that it's faster to draw my back-up. -I lost my weapon during a hand-to-hand fight, and need another one. -I'm in an extended fire-fight, like the beverly Hills bank robbery. -I'm pinned down, and must hold off my attackers until help arrives. -Any of the above happens to a fellow Officer, and I now have a weapon to loan them.

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→Glock 23 vs Glock 27?

2007-09-20 17:37:22

I am strongly considering between one of these. My first question is regarding magazine capacity. Glock lists magazine capacity as: Glock 23 (compact): standard 9, optional 15/17 Glock 27 (subcompact: (standard 13, optional 11/13/15/17 So can both load a single magazine of 17 rounds? What is the difference between the standard and "optional" magazines? Is there any benefit to the "C" version model? Why would you choose one version over the other? Can't the 23 be easily concealed? Do the 23 and 27 deliver the same firepower? Lastly, how much different is the recoil from a .40 S& W compared to both the 9 mm and .45 models? (I am a guitarist and do not want to overabuse my hands and wrists). Thanks a lot!

Answered By: Mad Town Ghost

Glock 27's grip is way too large around.

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→Glock 23 VS. Glock 27??

2007-07-10 21:12:19

I only recently (within the last six months) purchased a Glock 22.. and I have to say, I friggin' love it. The only problem that I have with her is that she's a little too big to carry concealed. As such, I've started looking at smaller versions of the .40 cal. (i.e. - the 23 or the 27) I haven't had a chance to test fire either, but I am curious to see what other people prefer.

Answered By: Dylan

I myself am not a GLOCK person, but I have shot several. I thought that the G27 was too small and was a little uncomfortable for me to shoot. The G23 is slightly bigger and feels much better to hold. If you were going to use it as a CC weapon, the G27 would be a better choice, if it fits you that is, because of the smaller size and lighter weight. If it is too small for your tastes the G23 isn't a bad choice. Out of those two I like the GLOCK 23 better, but only because it feels better to use. The G23 and G27 are both great weapons for concealed carry, pick which one fits you the best.