45ACP Glock

[gkeil961]

Just wanted some opinions on my next purchase that i was thinking of getting. I currently have a G26 Gen 4, and it is my EDC, which i absolutely love. I was just thinking about going to a 45 ACP and was trying to get some opinions on it. So between the G21, G21SF, and G30, which would one prefer for an EDC, or just stick with the G26.

Im not interested in 40 cal, just because i feel that if your going to abandoned the 9mm, you ought to just go straight to the 45ACP, doent really see a reason to pick the 40 Cal. So between the ones listed, what would be the preference.

G26 Gen 4
G21
G21SF
G30

If it helps, i am 6'1" 210 lbs, average build. Thanks for the insight!

 

[Dave]

I have one of the original G21's that has been flawless for many years. However
it is big and heavy for carry all day long. I bought a G30 not long after they
came on the market and prefer it for carry. Just because of weight and size.
Sometimes I carry one of the two G26's I have but usually carry the G30.
One surprise I had on the G30 is it shots almost as soft as the G21. I had
expected more recoil because of the size and less weight.

 

[remotecoder]

I personally carry a gen 4 17, and am looking closely at the 21sf. Mileage varies of course, but I like the fullsize frame with the narrower grips.

 

[Bighouse Doc]

The G30 is a great gun. Some might find the recoil a bit sharp.

-Doc

 

[Ken Brannon]

I love my G36, very reliable to me

 

[tuts40]

The G26 you have is perfect, as would any other Glock. Congratulations tho on your looking for another, hope you end up with just the one you want.

I for one am a .40 guy. Only .05" difference with a good track record of stopping attacks, very similar if not identical to the .45. (in fact, all at 9mm and above in caliber are very similar in "avg shots used to stop attack" or similarly titled study I read recently). Anyway, the .40 hits harder than a 9mm on paper and you have more mag capacity than a .45. I used a .40 Glock on my trips to Front Sight, follow up shots were not a problem.

...I just realized I fell into a caliber war. Signing off.

 

[givemaboot]

I also have a G36, and I love it for EDC. If you have a big frame,like you stated earlier, you will like the pierce 0 or +1 mag base.

 

[Live_Free_orDie]

I have an original Glock 21 w/preban Hicap Mags too. In my opinion .45 is the only way to go. I'm purchasing a Kimber Super Carry Ultra+ for CCW purposes.

 

[Rocketgeezer]

I have a G-21SF and a G-36, and have shot a G-30, they all shot great, but the 21 is a bit large to EDC, the 36 carrys very well, the 30 felt a little big, I have small hands, maybe a 30SF may be OK, I have several Glocks, and alternate, between the 36, 23, 27, and 31C, with the 23 and 36 being carred the most

 

[trophyhunter]

I didnt realize that Glock produced an .45ACP,I know, or think they Produced .45GAP but if your looking to purchase an .45ACP I would highly reccomend the Para Hawg .45ACP .

Sorry, I'm not a Big Glock Fan. I know they produce Excellent Weapons. They are just not for me.

 

[unclewayne17]

Try the 10mm if you can handle it. To much for the cops.

 

[fudo]

I'm a big fan of the Glock 36 for EDC.

 

[Punch]

I have a Glock 21SF, 30SF, and 36 in .45acp. I also have the Glock 20 in 10mm. I have carried them all. I normally find myself with the 30SF, but will carry the 36 when I am dressed light. Now that winter is here, the 21SF will probably be carried more under my heavy coat.

 

[Rick246]

My EDC is a Glock 30SF.

I love it! I carry it in a Crosbreed Super Tuck. Just finished a trip to Minneapolis. Carried it for 6 hrs in the city and 4 hrs travel time. Hardly even noticed it was there.

 

[shhart]

I have the G 36 also and love it! Since it is not on your list of options then I would go with the closest to it and choose the G 30. Happy shooting!!

 

[jtg452]

Para Ordnance P.13

Plastic is for toys.

(If Glock trolls can bash 1911's on 1911 threads, I get to return the favor on Glock threads)

 

[tuts40]

Para Ordnance P.13

Plastic is for toys.

(If Glock trolls can bash 1911's on 1911 threads, I get to return the favor on Glock threads)

Good stuff there. At least we Glock trolls get cookies! Well, at least most do. I haven't got mine yet. Who the flipp'n hell is in charge of the "got a Glock get a cookie" thing here anyway? Can we get a moderator on this? Do I have to "occupy USA Carry" or something?

 

[G274me]

If you're looking for a Glock 45 ACP that's a concealable as your G26 than the G36 is good. But if you want more rounds, but don't want to abandon concealment than G30 SF is the way to go. Plus, with the G30, you can use G21 mags in it for higher cap. The G36 only takes G36 mags.

 

[doug865]

I carry a 21 in a Crossbreed Supertuck. I am the same size as you. I like it.

It took a few days to get comfortable concealing a full size gun. No one has ever read me. Try the Crossbreed holster. I like the big 45. It is a devestatingly effective handgun.

 

[stingray2100]

ok I see the list you have, but you forgot one.

The G36SF this one is awsome for a CCW. I carry one all the time, it is nice and slim. check it out.

if you do not like it, send me a PM