Took a trip to the darkside...Glock

[richbuff]

For me, revolver vs 1911 vs Glock is a matter of personality, that is why own all three.

 

[hkcavalier]

For me, revolver vs 1911 vs Glock is a matter of personality, that is why own all three.

Exactly! I don't get all the hate. Get 'em all and shoot them.

 

[RobzGuns]

Congrats on your purchases... and that you realize that 'it's you and not the gun'.

You can easily find a 357 barrel at glockstore.com . You need to go there with blinders on though, or you will spend yer whole paycheck there. They have WAY too many neat things for Glocks.

I've had my G19 since they came out in '89/'90 and also have G26.

My Wife learn to shoot using my G19 and was Balls-On Dead Accurate (a factory technical term) with it... But her Instructor was such a Glock Fan-Boy, that she wouldn't actually buy one for herself.
4 SD pistols later... She carries a Gen4 G26.

 

[Badgerboy1]

Actually two Glocks

The console of my 2011 Camaro barely has any room...

My solution: Buy a new car...

 

[white cloud]

Another thing I like about the Glock 27 is it shoots the 40 S&W. It's all the rage now to bash this round. Why I don't know as it's ballistics are excellent. But I am old so what do I know. So let's see now, hard hitting, compact, accurate, reliable, rust resistant and lots of holster choices.

 

[Retired Cop]

Nothing wrong with Glock! They have been solid performers for many years now and the choice of many a law enforcement department.

The S&W M&P series is rapidly gaining mutual respect. I switched over from a G26 to a 9 mm Shield not long ago and the Bodyguard 380 beats out the LCP by a mile. Steel frame, steel roll pins for frame to chassis retention, second shot capability, stainless steel slide and barrel, real sights that are really adjustable and usable and let not forget that unconditional lifetime warranty.

 

[jwk]

I wouldn't be happy if my truck Glock got stolen. I'd walk in a big box store and buy another one, make sure it worked and put it back in the truck. Steal one of my 1911s or S&W autos I would be very unhappy. Steal the cheapest, rattiest S&W wheel gun i own and I'll hunt you down.

All of my handguns work. Glocks have no soul and should live in a center console or a door pocket

 

[mojave30cal]

Don't feel bad. I picked up a new Glock 17 back in May. Only plastic gun I own. I like steel and wood and older firearms.

 

[Retired Cop]

Glocks work all the time!

I wouldn't be happy if my truck Glock got stolen. I'd walk in a big box store and buy another one, make sure it worked and put it back in the truck. Steal one of my 1911s or S&W autos I would be very unhappy. Steal the cheapest, rattiest S&W wheel gun i own and I'll hunt you down.

All of my handguns work. Glocks have no soul and should live in a center console or a door pocket

I agree with everything you say except " make sure it worked ". It is legendary that they work and well right out of the box too! The only Glocks I have seen that didn't work were one that some idiot molested the thing with strange parts! LOL!!!!!

 

[stansdds]

I've fired all sorts of weapons and to me, the Glock is just another tool. It works, they tend to be reliable and accurate. They may not be pretty and to my eyes they are ugly ducklings, but for a handgun, a tool, they will do the job just fine. If a Glock works well in your hands, then don't listen to the "anything but Glock" crowd.

 

[GKC]

I've owned several Glocks, and while I think they are more "utilitarian" than "ugly" they just don't feel comfortable in my smallish hands. Well, the 36 did, but when I owned it (early 2000s) it wasn't reliable. I've owned many other guns who were/are comfortable for me, so I don't buy Glocks. Nothing against them, they just aren't for me.

 

[29aholic]

I can not shoot this gun!!! Consistently high right. Just for S&G's I pulled my Sig out and ate the center of the target out with it. Sure I can keep all the rounds in a small torso target, but still this thing sucks so far.

 

[bigggbbruce]

Nahh, they serve the purpose I wanted. I am not a fan of striker fired, plastic guns but there is a time and place for everything.

I'm also no fan of striker fired or plastic guns, and find no time or place to ever own one.

I have many guns that have served my purpose for the last 30+ years. All with hammers, and steel or aluminum frames. See no need to change now.

 

[Harrison]

Congratulations. You have two of the finest pistols in the world. Once you get used to them they grow on you. We have eight of the little rascals in my family. Glocks are like the AK47 of the pistol world they may not be pretty, but they always work and will last forever. They even like water.

 

[lkabug]

I suppose replacing the Camaro wasn't an option?

 

[29aholic]

I suppose replacing the Camaro wasn't an option?

Uhh that would be a No. I've waited too long to be able to afford one.

 

[sigp220.45]

I carried a Glock 27 as a second gun and off duty gun for over 20 years. It was a great pistol and never let me down. I actually shot it better at qualifications than my Sig 220.

I gave mine to my youngest son when I retired. He thinks it has plenty of soul. (The loose rounds are the ones that were in it on retirement day)

 

[Kapuna]

NOT a Glockaholic...

I love the revolvers... S&W, Colt, and Ruger...
But I'm a realist, and also have a Glock 32 and Glock 33 in .357 SIG... with .40 S&W and 9mm barrels for both...and reloading supplies for all calibers...
I guess I got a little concerned after the 2012 election...

 

[Old cop]

I was skeptical when my agency transitioned to the Glock 23 in the '80s due to the blocky grip, but learned to appreciate their simplicity and reliability. My only Glock is the Gen 4 17, used for LEOSA qualification & range fun, and it's never had a failure of any kind.

 

[jimmyj]

HOPE YOUR MOTHER DOESN'T FIND OUT YOU ARE A GLOCK OWNER !