Which Glock is good for beginners?

Again…if I had to recommend one beginner handgun…it'd be the Glock 19. Great for the range, your nightstand, and on your body for concealed carry. See these two, and other great Glocks, in our Best Glocks Guide.

Whats better a Glock 17 or 19?

If you're looking for a slightly larger ammunition capacity, you might want to go for the Glock 17, which offers you two extra rounds. But if the size is important to you, the Glock 19 is a better choice due to its half-inch smaller frame, which makes concealing it slightly easier.

Is Glock 17 good for beginners?

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As I said before, the Glock 17 is number one with a bullet (pun very much intended) in my opinion. It's lightweight, it's sturdy and it's dependable. I've never had a problem with my Glock and it's easily concealable.

Why is the Glock 19 so popular?

The Glock 19 is also one of the best pistols to pick up if you have plans to customize a pistol. Stippled grips, flared mag wells, machined slides, and nitride-coated barrels all look great on a Glock 19. Also, they're easy to obtain since it's one of the absolute most popular guns to modify.

Whats bigger Glock 19 or 17?

Glock 19. Glock 19 is effectively a reduced-size Glock 17; it is called the “Compact” by the manufacturer. The Glock 19 has a shorter barrel (by about half an inch) and pistol grip compared to the Glock 17. Since it is a smaller gun, it is more popular for concealed-carry uses.

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Can civilians buy a Glock 19?

Their loss could be your gain. The Army may have chosen Sig Sauer's P320 for its Modular Handgun System program over Glock's offerings, but that doesn't mean you have to: Glock plans on releasing a civilian variant of its 9mm Glock 19 pistol to civilian buyers this month, the company announced today.

What Glock is best for small hands?

The Glock 43 chambered in 9mm and Glock 42 chambered in . 380 are two of the best handguns for small hands. I'd recommend trying these two pistols with a regular magazine and with a magazine extension or pinky extender. The gun will come with a magazine or two, but won't always have the magazine/pinky extension.

What Glock do police use?

By far the most popular police service pistol in the United States, the GLOCK 22 fires the potent 40 S&W cartridge and holds more rounds for its size and weight than most other full-sized handgun in its class.

Are Glocks safe to carry?

I've been proving for over five years that GLOCK pistols are safe to carry, unless a person gets gun stupid and doesn't show systematic attention to gun safety rules. With this gun, to carry it, keep your finger off the trigger and when holstering, be sure nothing is caught in the trigger guard.

Which Glock has the smallest grip?

The Glock 43 is the smallest. It absolutely disappears inside the waistband, and could easily be concealed in an OWB holster if that's your thing. The Glock 43X, on the other hand, gives you the thin frame and easy concealment of the 43, but is more shootable than the 26 or 43 given the longer grip.

Is Glock 19 good for home defense?

The Glock 19 handgun is slightly smaller than the original Glock 17, making it an excellent choice for home defense. The Glock 19 has a slightly shorter barrel than the -17, with a slightly smaller magazine capacity, but is less obtrusive and easier to conceal in a gun safe.

Is Glock 22 or 23 better?

The Glock 23 gets the nod for more practical reasons as it's easier to conceal due to its slightly shorter barrel and grip. It can also use 15-round and even 22-round magazines, which totally negates the only real advantage the Glock 22 has to offer.

Why the Glock 17 is the best?

The Glock 17 is known for its comfortable grip. It has the right length to accommodate people with larger or smaller hands. However, removing the finger grooves on the grip has helped make the latest generation of Glock 17 pistols more accessible. The grip also has a removable backstrap.

Should I get a Glock 19 or 23?

Often outshone by the much more popular Glock 19, the higher-caliber Glock 23 still has plenty to offer for the discerning shooter. While it may not be as easy to handle as the 19, the Glock 23 uses . 40 caliber pistol ammunition, offering much more stopping power.

Is a Glock 22 good for self-defense?

William Bell. A law enforcement favorite, the Glock 22 Gen4 is also a top-notch civilian self-defense handgun, packing 15+1 rounds of accurate, controllable . 40-caliber firepower.

What is the Glock 22 Good For?

Since 1990, droves of both law enforcement and civilians have carried the GLOCK 22 for duty and personal protection. It remains one of the most common pistols purchased and shares many similarities to its smaller 9mm brothers, the GLOCKs 17 and 19.

Is the Glock 19 concealable?

Glock 19 Concealed Carry

The Glock 19 is easy to use and is a very reliable weapon, which means that you can count on it to perform when you need it most. Additionally, a Glock 19 is a very compact weapon, which makes it easy to conceal.

Is Glock 17 too big for concealed carry?

If you're carrying the stock pistol, a Glock 17 vs 19 isn't really too big a jump; the larger pistol only adds about a half-inch in overall length and a little less than that in height. While it's big, it's not impossible to conceal and carry every day, and plenty of people do.

Is Glock 17 good for self-defense?

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If you want a battle-tested, reliable weapon for home defense, look no further than the Glock 17. Used for law enforcement, military, self-defense, and competitive shooting, this gun can do it all.

Is Glock waterproof?

All GLOCK metal parts are subject to a surface treatment making them corrosion and salt water resistant. The durable and lightweight polymer frame absorbs recoil due to the dampening characteristics of the polymer.

Will a Glock fire if dropped?

Glock calls the striker-fired system its “Safe Action” operating system, and there is a lot of truth to that. A Glock can only be fired if the trigger is depressed, meaning accidental falls from holsters and other objects to the ground cannot, for example, cause a hammer to fly forward and impact the primer.

What Glock has no safety?

The Glock 17 lacks a manual safety which the shooter disengages with their thumb. This has greatly added to their acceptance in the shooting world and for good reason. A loaded Glock pistol is designed to shoot every time the trigger is pulled. It has no mechanical safety device.

Is it OK to dry fire a Glock?

It's ok to dry fire your GLOCK pistol, but we recommend using a snap cap or dummy round if you will be dry firing for a long period of time.

Does Glock have a lifetime warranty?

Subject to terms, conditions and limitations outlined below, GLOCK, Inc. guarantees its pistols against defects in materials and workmanship that adversely affect their operation for a period of one (1) year from the date of their original purchase by the initial consumer.