For about the last year or so, I've been carrying a 640 (in the pocket) as my off-duty. Latley, I've been considering switching to a Glock 26 due to higher capacity and quicker 2nd shot capability. I would prefer to carry the Glock in the same manner. Just wanted to hear your opinion. Thanks.
640 vs Glock 26
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For about the last year or so, I've been carrying a 640 (in the pocket) as my off-duty. Latley, I've been considering switching to a Glock 26 due to higher capacity and quicker 2nd shot capability. I would prefer to carry the Glock in the same manner. Just wanted to hear your opinion. Thanks.
I go back and forth between a 642 and Glock 26. The airweight goes with me when nothing else can...
IMO, the GLOCK 26 has it's place in the law enforcement community, but that place is not in the pocket. I, like ken158, have both, but the only pistol that rides regulary in my pocket is either an Airweight Centennial or a KAHR PM9.
And again, IMO, I think second shot capability is in no way compromised with the 640 or for that matter the 642, when either is properly loaded and trained with...
And again, IMO, I think second shot capability is in no way compromised with the 640 or for that matter the 642, when either is properly loaded and trained with...
DocAlamo
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When the mood strikes, I carry my G26 in a pocket holster. Most times I carry my various J frames in a pocket holster.
I absolutely love my G26 ... very accurate gun and very easy to conceal.
Dr. Bill
I absolutely love my G26 ... very accurate gun and very easy to conceal.
Dr. Bill
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Neither. Get an M&P compact.
Cruiser RN
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For pocket carry the 640 rides with me.I am not law enforcement but I do not see how second shot enters into the equation as the 640 and Glock 26 are both DAO,and with the trigger work done on my 640 I can probably put the second shot faster and more smoothly with it.As long as you put in the required range time to gain profiency you should be fine with what you have.....Stay Safe and God Bless.......Mike
HEADKNOCKER
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The G26 will never pocket carry as good as the MOD640..
I Do like the Glock 26 BTW..
What you Realy Need to do is scarf up one of those Pre Lock 642-1s before they all vanish..
The Airweight in a pocket holster almost disapears, Only thing better for pocket carry I've found is the 342Ti..
I've carried my 940, a 9mm 640, several times in my pocket & find it kinda heavy for pocket carry..
Headknockers Pocket Rockets
-342Ti--642--940-
I Do like the Glock 26 BTW..
What you Realy Need to do is scarf up one of those Pre Lock 642-1s before they all vanish..
The Airweight in a pocket holster almost disapears, Only thing better for pocket carry I've found is the 342Ti..
I've carried my 940, a 9mm 640, several times in my pocket & find it kinda heavy for pocket carry..
Headknockers Pocket Rockets
-342Ti--642--940-
wjh2657
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I am a little man but in the winter I wear baggy (oversized) Corduroy Haggars held up with wide suspenders and covered with a sweater. I carry a G23 in a Disantis Super Fly pocket holster. I have my right front pocket reinforced by sewing BTW. The pockets are deep, the cord material is bulky and covers outline. Suspenders take up the weight. I switch around and sometimes carry a S&W 640 the same way. In the Winter, with heavier clothing the bigger guns can be pocket carried if you pick your accessories carefully.I carry an extra mag and the Surefire in the left pocket. I prefer the pocket carry because I can be casual and have my hand on the gun at the same time! Just an old man with a smile and his hands in his pockets, nothing out of order!
photoman
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The only advantage the G26 has over the 640 is more bullets downrange given the same amount of time. This is assuming you need to send more than five downrange which, statistically speaking, is not likely.
I think the 642 is a better pocket option than the 640 although I use both in the role.
Edit to add: The G26 sights are much better.
I think the 642 is a better pocket option than the 640 although I use both in the role.
Edit to add: The G26 sights are much better.
Golddog
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The 640 is much easier to pocket carry comfortably. The Glock 26 is far easier to shoot fast and well, thanks to a better trigger.
So I abandoned pocket carry. I'd rather be accurate than comfortable.
So I abandoned pocket carry. I'd rather be accurate than comfortable.
I alternate between my 442 and my Glock 26. My method of carry is in my right front pocket in a RKBA holster that covers the trigger/trigger guard. This works for me, and is easy to accomplish since I wear cargo pants 95% of the time.
jframe
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New Model 40-1 Classic in nickel in my left front pocket. Use a Galco horsehide or a leather holster well worn by a local leather man. As long as I am not wearing cargo shorts, this works for me.
wjh2657
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Exactly why I put in NY1 trigger. No it is no longer competitive with a 1911 trigger (actually, it never was!) but it is now a much safer trigger pull. My Glock is for SD not competition so no problem.
My two favorite carry guns are a G26 and a Smith 442. I have Kramer pocket holsters for them both. The 442 is significantly easier to carry in the pocket than the Glock. The G26 is my preferred primary CCW in a belt or manbag. The 442 is ALWAYS in my left front pocket, either as a backup or as a primary.
Regarding the Glock trigger: I use a Saf-T-Blok http://members.aol.com/saftblok/ on all the Glocks that I carry unconventionally. I practice with it and it is just a part of my Manual of Arms. It significantly increases my comfort level. Carrying a Glock in a belt holster where the trigger is covered is certainly acceptable if you are trained. I'm a little less comfortable with it in my pocket in a holster. Anyone who carries a Glock without a holster in the pocket, purse, belt, etc. is a just a twitch away from a problem.
Bob
Regarding the Glock trigger: I use a Saf-T-Blok http://members.aol.com/saftblok/ on all the Glocks that I carry unconventionally. I practice with it and it is just a part of my Manual of Arms. It significantly increases my comfort level. Carrying a Glock in a belt holster where the trigger is covered is certainly acceptable if you are trained. I'm a little less comfortable with it in my pocket in a holster. Anyone who carries a Glock without a holster in the pocket, purse, belt, etc. is a just a twitch away from a problem.
Bob
Hi,
Advantages the 26 has over the J-Frame:
-Sights (already mentioned).
-Trigger is much easier to hit more accurately with.
-More than twice the capacity (11 vs 5).
-Faster reloads.
-Better ballistics.
-Easier to manage recoil.
If any situation where you would need your carry gun, the G26 would be a much better gun to defend/fight with.
With that said, not many people can pocket carry a G26 with an appropriate level of concealment IMHO. I really think the G26 is a belt gun, and honestly if you can belt up a 26, you would be much better off belting up a 19 or 23.
I think the 642/442 lends very well to pocket concealment because of its shape and weight. Personally I don't see the carry use of the all-steel J-Frame.
Thanks,
Alan
Advantages the 26 has over the J-Frame:
-Sights (already mentioned).
-Trigger is much easier to hit more accurately with.
-More than twice the capacity (11 vs 5).
-Faster reloads.
-Better ballistics.
-Easier to manage recoil.
If any situation where you would need your carry gun, the G26 would be a much better gun to defend/fight with.
With that said, not many people can pocket carry a G26 with an appropriate level of concealment IMHO. I really think the G26 is a belt gun, and honestly if you can belt up a 26, you would be much better off belting up a 19 or 23.
I think the 642/442 lends very well to pocket concealment because of its shape and weight. Personally I don't see the carry use of the all-steel J-Frame.
Thanks,
Alan
photoman
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Both guns have their place. For close in or contact distance situations, the SBR is a better choice. For anything beyond five yards or so, I think the G26 would be a better option.
My bias: The probability of going beyond five shots, for Joe Public, is VERY LOW. The probability of the action being within five yards, for Joe Public, is VERY HIGH. In addition, the probability of a jam with the auto pistol is MUCH HIGHER at contact distance. That's why I tend to carry a 642 or 640 over the G26.
Of course, in the final analysis, we would be better off carrying both!
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