Glock yes/no

[ezkl2230]

Has anyone had a Glock and didn't like the feel of the wide grip but got used to it after a while?

Not advocating for the Glock, but if you really like it, then you might want to check out the Gen 4 glocks. Fractionally narrower grips, enlarged mag release, more aggressive pebbling on the grips, and come with interchangeable back straps. Many folks who like the glocks but had some trouble with the large, boxy grips are finding that the gen 4s work much better for them.

 

[mikey1003]

I have a G19 and G22 both are Gen 4. My hand is not large and the Gen 4s fit like a glove. I won a G22 Gen 3 and sold it to buy the Gen 4.

They will eat anything I put in em and never jam

 

[mojoman]

My first gun was the XDm .45 4.5 which was suppose to be for the house, then I bought the XDs .45 for carry I can carry that so that it will disappear on my side and now the G19 which I have been carrying more because my XDs had to go the the doctor office to be check out. So now that I have it back but want put it back in my carry rotation until I put a few more rounds through it I'm carrying the G19 and I love how it feel and shoot.

 

[Rocketgeezer]

So that's why I don't like Glocks!

I here I've always thought that I didn't like Glocks because they didn't fit my hand well or point naturally for me.

By the way, I've been shooting handguns since 1978 and I've only had 1 jam. It was caused by bad factory ammunition (Remington or Winchester I don't remember which). It was back in the mid '90's and my Browning Hi-Power Practical got jammed when a just fired piece of brass split and a fragment ended up in between the frame and the locking lugs.

Thanks for clearing that up.

Weather you like Glocks or not is personal preference, I admit my 1911s have a better feel and are a touch more accurate, I have both and shoot both, along with a big S&W revolver, BUT your statement I'v been shooting handguns for 35 years and only had one jam, you better run out right now and buy a handful of lottery tickets

 

[Pitt County Pride]

Glock 19 was my first gun. I have held many pistols before that though. It did feel a little weird at first to me at first, but after practicing and holding it everyday I find it very comfortable .

Not only is the G19 comfortable, but very comforting ... I carried it a good portion of my LE career, and continue carrying it as a retiree and reserve deputy, with Gold Dot 124 gr. +P+ JHP. Actually, I qualified with it yesterday, both day and night, and a combat course..... Perfect balance between shootability, portability, accessibility, accuracy and power... No finer weapon, IMHO....

 

[odiesbsc]

Glock 19 was my first gun. I have held many pistols before that though. It did feel a little weird at first to me at first, but after practicing and holding it everyday I find it very comfortable .

I carry and shoot a Glock 27. My hands are average to small and I have no problems with the Glock. I even added a Crimson Trace laser grip and it's slill comfortable.

 

[Ringo]

I was raised shooting the beautiful 1911 and have owned many. Never thought I would like an ugly Glock, until I shot one. My favorite .45 auto now is a Glock 21 Gen 4 with added back-strap and grip sleeve. 1911's are beautiful guns and I show them to my friends, only the enemy will see my ugly Glock.

 

[Warrior1256]

If you like big heavy steel pistols that need to be cleaned frequently so that they don't rust or jam when your life depends on them, then, you'd hate a Glock.

Very good, I like that.

 

[jtg452]

Weather you like Glocks or not is personal preference, I admit my 1911s have a better feel and are a touch more accurate, I have both and shoot both, along with a big S&W revolver, BUT your statement I'v been shooting handguns for 35 years and only had one jam, you better run out right now and buy a handful of lottery tickets

I bought a lottery ticket for the big Mega Millions drawing Saturday and my lottery streak is still standing.

I haven't hit a number yet.

As for having only 1 jam in a bottom feeder, I'm picky about the factory ammo I buy and extremely careful about my reloading practices. Shoot quality ammo and the chances of an ammunition caused jam goes down dramatically.



And the Hi Powers aren't for sale and ain't likely to ever be for sale. I got lucky and discovered a pistol that fits my hand well and points naturally early in my gun buying and stuck with it.

 

[zgauthier]

Ruger SR9/40/45 all day over Glock. I own both.

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[LB1973]

Glock 17 in a OWB paddle holster under a large coat or sweater is my winter time carry gun.

 

[Nightmare45]

Own a Glock but if I am out of ammunition and want to hit you over the head, I prefer steel.

 

[Pir8fan]

Has anyone had a Glock and didn't like the feel of the wide grip but got used to it after a while?

I've tried hard over the years to like Glock. They simply don't fit my hand because of the width of the grip. I'll not buy a gun that I have to get use to. Adapting myself to the gun is a sure way to develop bad habits simply to accommodate a bad fit. No thanks. I'll buy guns that fit. Period.

 

[JaegerMann]

I don't care for the grip feel or the point of Glocks. And I am not a fan of striker fire technology or DAO technology. If you like the feel / point of Springfield XD/XDS or S&W M&P may I suggest the CZ 75/85 if you want steel frames or cz P07 if you are looking at polymer or CZP09 if you want a full size pistol.

But I am a confessed 35 year + CZ addict.

 

[JaegerMann]

I must concur here. FIT FIT FIT. If you cannot close your eye and naturally point on target open your eyes and are the sights close on target, the pistol does not point right nor grip right for you. 11degree angle of 1911, p35, cz75/85 czp07 etc fits me; the 17degree grip angle of at least early Glocks, pre M&P S&W does not . But then that is why ice cream has flavors. I have heard later generation Glocks have gone to a 14degree grip angle to point better and cause less wrist issues from firing. But firearms are a lot like shoes, what fits me may not fit you. If you have friends in the cult of Glock pop for the ammo for a range trip so you can try them. Do the same with other brands and friends or try a range where you can rent. Or when in the store, clear the weapon and pick a target 15+ feet away 8inches diam or smaller, close your eyes and present to that target with your natural point. Open your eyes. Is the weapon on target? Is the grip/hold natural and comfortable? If yes you can consider buying that, if not either keep looking, or commit to hundreds of hours training your body to a new grip. Lastly do you feel like you could take on a Zombie horde with it? Do you feel you can bet your life and the life of your family on this piece of tech? Does it feel natural in your hand? If no keep looking, if yes start thinking about spending money

Here is a nice article talking about it http://dailycaller.com/2013/05/21/glocks-grip-angles-and-picking-handguns-for-combat-self-defense/

 

[sbubrick]

I have never owned a Glock! I have handled and fired several. I just can't get behind all the hype!

 

[PatAz]

I had a Glock 22 and never did like it so I unloaded it.

 

[Rocketgeezer]

I bought a lottery ticket for the big Mega Millions drawing Saturday and my lottery streak is still standing.

I haven't hit a number yet.

As for having only 1 jam in a bottom feeder, I'm picky about the factory ammo I buy and extremely careful about my reloading practices. Shoot quality ammo and the chances of an ammunition caused jam goes down dramatically.



And the Hi Powers aren't for sale and ain't likely to ever be for sale. I got lucky and discovered a pistol that fits my hand well and points naturally early in my gun buying and stuck with it.

OK dude if you say so, I have been shooting for 50+ years and I have never had a gun caused jam with any of the 13 Glocks I have owned, but a old 1911 I had was junk, the 4 I have now run like clocks, perfect, but it just go's against the law of averages for 35 years and no jams with semi auto pistols, I was going to trade for a Hi power, and the that had it I guess didn't want to sell it that bad,

 

[Kramer1113]

If your a first time shooter you'll never know the difference. If you've shot some more ergonomically designed guns then the Glock will feel a little strange.
I believe in Buying American so I'm on the outside when it comes to Glocks.

 

[LB1973]

Beretta 92FS fits my hands much better than the Glock.But I wouldn't get rid of my G 17 for anything.It has always worked well for me and has been very reliable and comfortable to shoot.