As stated above, the Glock 26 doesn't carry well in the pocket unless it is in a side cargo pocket or you are the incredible hulk thus having the bulk to conceal it. I carry a 642 in my pocket or on my ankle. The glock is for my hip.
640 vs Glock 26
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robotoid
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I put NY-1 triggers in my Glocks as well, but I still would not pocket carry one. The trigger pull is still too light and too short to be safe during a high stress draw. A S&W J frame is going to have a 10-12 LB double action pull with at least 2-3 times the length of pull of a Glock.
panamajack310
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Hi, Here is my 2 cents...I say that you need to have your 640 macined to take moon clips. It should cot you about $80.00...and a pack of moon clips around $10.00...best investment you could ever do..
"Be afraid, Mr. Johnson, be very afraid, for there's a G26 in the pocket!"
Seriously, the G26 is normally too big for most pockets and people to carry concealed. I've carried a handgun off-duty for many more years than I care to recall, and it always seems to be a J frame, either in the pocket or on my ankle.
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SRT
Seriously, the G26 is normally too big for most pockets and people to carry concealed. I've carried a handgun off-duty for many more years than I care to recall, and it always seems to be a J frame, either in the pocket or on my ankle.
Regards,
SRT
flop-shank
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If you're in a mess that has degraded into a blurred line between a wrestling match and a gunfight, and the prize is your life, do you want a J frame, or an auto? An auto jammed into an opponent's ribs is.............................out of battery. My favorite BUG is a weak side pocket carried Taurus 605 (24 oz. J frame size .357). Carry the heavy steel gun. If the weight bothers you, give yourself time to get used to it. I load my Taurus with Remington .357 125 gr. SJHPs. This is the perfect job for a snubby. Forget reloading. Carry a third gun if you can. If others don't get it, ignore them. It's not their ass on the line. Thank you for keeping the peace.
flop-shank,
The wrestling scenario that you describe is correct. However, I would point out that for a non-sworn individual, that is a very rare occurrence if proper situational awareness is practiced. Consequently, that issue is pretty low on the list of criteria in the weapon selection process. It most certainly is a possibility with law officers since they must frequently engage with people in close contact. (But even with that admission, the vast majority of LEOs are armed with semi-automatics.)
The rest of us need to practice not letting anyone get within contact distance of us without a response on our part.
Bob
The wrestling scenario that you describe is correct. However, I would point out that for a non-sworn individual, that is a very rare occurrence if proper situational awareness is practiced. Consequently, that issue is pretty low on the list of criteria in the weapon selection process. It most certainly is a possibility with law officers since they must frequently engage with people in close contact. (But even with that admission, the vast majority of LEOs are armed with semi-automatics.)
The rest of us need to practice not letting anyone get within contact distance of us without a response on our part.
Bob
flop-shank
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Bettis, I don't disagree about situational awareness. I practice it religiously, but I still want my #2 gun to be a revolver for that reason and more. Most gunfights are short range deals and the possibility of a fist/gunfight are too real to ignore IMO.
cobblefield
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Mark another for the j-frame airweight. I have 640 that is a very nice gun for pocket carry it is very light. I had a 642 that was very concealable too. I have a glock 26 and it is a bit bulky and heavy, when loaded, for me carry in my pocket.
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texmex
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To see how you would like carrying a G-26 in your pocket, just put a boat anchor in your pocket and go walk around the mall. If it doesn't bother you, then go for it.
If you don't like Kahr's PM9, I think a J-Frame is about the ultimate pocket gun. A G26's is bulkier than anything I want to pocket carry.
On the belt - I'll take the G26 (hell, if it's on the belt make it a G19) every time.
There are valid points for a J-Frame over a semiauto regarding pocket carry and an up-close fight. *BUT* I find semi autos much more pleasant to practice with for an extended session, easier to manage recoil, and the greater capacity is a plus.
On the belt - I'll take the G26 (hell, if it's on the belt make it a G19) every time.
There are valid points for a J-Frame over a semiauto regarding pocket carry and an up-close fight. *BUT* I find semi autos much more pleasant to practice with for an extended session, easier to manage recoil, and the greater capacity is a plus.
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