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So I have shot the .45 acp glock 21 with good results at 25yds.

That said, I am thinking about which model glock I would like to acquire pursuant to practise and possible entry into IPSC competition next year. I would like to satisfy the "major" criteria and qualify for maximum points so I am not considering a 9mm model.
I haven't yet shot a .40 or a .357 models.

I would like member perspectives on the following models I plan to evaluate more closely.

Glocks 21
22C
31C
32C
35

Strong and thoughtful opinions are equally welcome pro/con for the models indicated.
Cost of Ammo makes me lean to the .45 ACP model but perhaps I shouldn't look at it that way. Open to perspectives on cost vs. performance perspectives too. :)

Thank you.
 
Cost of Ammo makes me lean to the .45 ACP model
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how is that .45 ammo costs more than .40 or 9mm?

Personally If I woud ever get a Glock it would be in 9mm, (if you shoot in production I don't think you need anything over 9mm)
 
What division are you looking at shooting in?

Standard look at the G35 (major), Production look at the G17/22 (minor). 45acp would cost the MOST to shoot.


998s said:
So I have shot the .45 acp glock 21 with good results at 25yds.

That said, I am thinking about which model glock I would like to acquire pursuant to practise and possible entry into IPSC competition next year. I would like to satisfy the "major" criteria and qualify for maximum points so I am not considering a 9mm model.
I haven't yet shot a .40 or a .357 models.

I would like member perspectives on the following models I plan to evaluate more closely.

Glocks 21
22C
31C
32C
35

Strong and thoughtful opinions are equally welcome pro/con for the models indicated.
Cost of Ammo makes me lean to the .45 ACP model but perhaps I shouldn't look at it that way. Open to perspectives on cost vs. performance perspectives too. :)

Thank you.
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Thank you for the quick responses and apologies for my error re: cost of 45 vs...

Open to hearing from others too.

Thanks :)
 
First if you want to shoot major you can go with the 20, 21, and 22. The long slide guns will put you in open ( must fit in the box in standard) along with the C models. You can not make major with 9mm calibers this would included 357 sig. You can not score major in production.

If you want my opinion. You should be looking at the 1911 or 2011 fire arms if you are looking to shoot major.
 
Thanks well I do like the Edge buy reputation but have never fired it. It is more expensive compared to a Glock. Is it commonly preferred over the G35 or other in the major class?

Can anyone comment on using the STI Edge?

What sub $2,500 pistols would you/others recommend for standard class?

Thanks
 
a G35 would be fine if you are on a budge, look at Sevigny. I would suggest you go to the range and try all the fireamrs you can. Pick on that fits you best. The Tangfolio is also a great choice.
 
I dont know if standard is the place to start... You would save yourself a lot of time and aggrevation if you went production class with a 9mm. If you really want to be competitive then the glock, although good, isn't the best. Sevigney does well with it, but he's freaking amazing, I could give him 2 toothpicks and he still win somehow...

If you want to do standard then go for the G35 and do it up a bit, sights are the first thing you'll need. The accessories are not badly priced, I won't post anything about non-supporting vendors, but lets just say they are plentiful.

If your ok with production, which is where the glock is at least competitive, get a G17 and have some fun, the gun the ammo and accessories are all cheap....
 
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a G35 would be fine if you are on a budge, look at Sevigny. I would suggest you go to the range and try all the fireamrs you can. Pick on that fits you best. The Tangfolio is also a great choice.
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If you are going to us a glock 35 you better put a red dot and a comp on it because you will shooting open ( read my poast above. All guns must fit in the box with the exception of open.) Dave Sevigney shoots the long slide guns in USPSA production not IPSC. USPSA does not have the box rule.

As for the STI Edge it is a hard gun to beat. Shoots great accurate easy to get parts for. If you are on a budget look at the Tangfoglio limited custom great gun.

Just my $0.02

Joe
 
I thought GLock 35 was useable in Standard? Its only alittle over 5 inch barrel.
 
Put it this way.. how many top shooters in standard (where you have to consider shooting major) shoot with a glock (or similar pistol).. why not look at standard AFTER you have shot a division which best suits the pistol type you like, and you can compete with a smaller caliber?. start production with .40/9mm glock, and then once you get it down pat, and you know what you want, then spend all the $$ on the proper gun, holsters etc.. for Standard class.

That or start off with a gun you can "Grow" into a competitive standard gun at a later date (One you can get a mad well for, a light trigger job, etc. etc. etc.)
 
I really dont think a Glock in standard has much of a chance of being competetive.
 
I really dont think a Glock in standard has much of a chance of being competetive.
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+1 Frankly I am suprised how many people are suggesting shooting glock in standard or open. They are AWSOME production guns and very competetive in that division. There are far better choices out there for standard/open. Of course if you're not worried about being competetive, fill your boots!

Dave
 
No matter what Glock model you get, you can always buy additional slides and mags and change the caliber. Do try each one if you can.

One concideration, what does law enforcement in your area use for calibers (9 or 40) lean towards what is more accessable that way you can keep up with a supply of brass. More and more 40 is taking over.
 
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If you are going to us a glock 35 you better put a red dot and a comp on it because you will shooting open ( read my poast above. All guns must fit in the box with the exception of open.)
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I'm afraid you're wrong on two points, Joe. The G35 does, in fact, fit in the 'IPSC Box' so it's good to go for Standard Division. (I originally doubted it too so I put a friend's G35 in an 'IPSC Box' and it fit.)

Secondly, the only IPSC Divisions that have the 'IPSC box' requirement are Standard and Modified. (Check your rule book again. Look in Appendix D) There is no box requirement in Production or Revolver Standard Divisions as well as Open.
 
I shot a G21 for a few seasons , great gun .
I went to a Para but want an edge . But thats another story .
The G21 offers no advantage to shoot IPSC with .
Glocks work great in production , in either 9 or 40 cal.
Don't get a C model , it bumps you to open class and you don't want to be there with a Glock .
Personally the G34/G35 are not my choice , it puts you in standard and for that class there are other guns available that do that job better .
I would recomend a G22 and a progressive reloader . To make a production gun work better you need to reload . Production division is set at minor power factor , there is no major - everyone is scored at minor . If you reload you can take advantage of this lower power factor by custom loading to it . This will take the recoil out of the gun and allow quicker follow up shots . Reloading for the 40 is about as cheap as it gets .
Just my 2 cents . Rick
 
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