Glock 17 for competition.

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TK-Hryciuk

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Hey guys I'm new to the world of restricted firearms so here it goes. My buddy and I are planning on competing here in our home city and he has decided on his pistol of choice. I have looked at almost every pistol available for sale in my home city and I've found that I like the feel and pointability of the Glock 17. However, seeing as how I've never owned a pistol before, I just wanted a few opinions on this handgun. It is the Glock 17 Gen 4 chambered for 9x19. Are there any concerns with reliability or feeding problems that could hamper myself during competition? Any opinions or facts will be greatly appreciated!

Thanks.

PS: I will be competing in production class.
 
Glock 17's are famous for reliability, you get the same trigger pull for each shot (which is an advantage for a new shooter) and they're in 9mm which is cheap to buy and even cheaper to reload once you start reloading. Parts and accesories are made by everyone. If you're only going to use factory jacketed bullets you're good to go from the box, if you're going to shoot just lead bullets, you might want to get a Storm Lake or Lone Wolf barrel, as they won't lead up as much. The only thing you'll probably need to replace on a new Glock is the sights, the standard ones aren't particularly durable when you're drawing from a holster a lot. A Glock pistol will last even a high volume shooter a lifetime, if properly cared for.
 
-G17 is a great choice to start out in production.

-Keep in mind you can't use the previously mentioned aftermarket barrel in production class.
 
Plenty of people shoot glocks in production, they're reasonably priced, parts, mags, holsters and pouches etc are easy to find, often really cheap and they're easier to fix than a hangover. I have to confess glocks are slowly growing on me, I may be tempted to pick one up once I have a backup shadow.

Ideally you should find a way to try as many different guns as you can, shooting it is the best way to know you'll like it. Remember too that you will end up with more guns later on anyway, everyone has that wish list!
 
Thanks guys, but the best I can do to trying out a firearm around here is by shooting one that someone I know personally owns, which I do not. The best I can do is judge how the firearm feels, points, grips, etc. by examining it in the retailers.
 
If it helps I'll chime in as another happy glock owner. They aren't the most finely tuned race guns, but they will go bang every time you pull the trigger with even the worst ammo. If you end up deciding to become an international competitor, you might choose a different gun, but by that time you'll have been able to try out many other competitors guns. The Glock is a simple reliable and relatively inexpensive gun for someone starting out, no decocking levers and safety to mess with, just rack a round into the chamber and holster and you're good to go. Trigger finger control is very important with no external safety, so practice drawing and holstering plenty before you ever use a holster with a loaded gun.
 
IMHO Spend a few dollhairs more and get a glock 34, slightly more tweaked to be a bit better for competition purposes.

I am not a fan of glock triggers, but the trigger on my 34 was noticably better than my 17however it still won't be as nice as a SIG, CZ, 1911 or etc.

IMO you can't go wrong with a glock, they are reliable good shooting pistols that are simple to operate and don't quit! It has a few unique features that can definately make life a bit easier for new shooters like the simplicity of the platform, the way they automatically rack a round when you pop a mag in and the consistent trigger pull.

Field stripping/ cleaning is so simple and you can find a ton of parts for getting it setup the way you like it.

I have put a few thousand rounds through my 34 so far and it has never had any issues. No FTF or FTE and it shoots any ammo I try, even cheap cheap stuff (don't use lead though).
 
c0ntract said:
IMHO Spend a few dollhairs more and get a glock 34, slightly more tweaked to be a bit better for competition purposes.

I am not a fan of glock triggers, but the trigger on my 34 was noticably better than my 17however it still won't be as nice as a SIG, CZ, 1911 or etc.

IMO you can't go wrong with a glock, they are reliable good shooting pistols that are simple to operate and don't quit! It has a few unique features that can definately make life a bit easier for new shooters like the simplicity of the platform, the way they automatically rack a round when you pop a mag in and the consistent trigger pull.

Field stripping/ cleaning is so simple and you can find a ton of parts for getting it setup the way you like it.

I have put a few thousand rounds through my 34 so far and it has never had any issues. No FTF or FTE and it shoots any ammo I try, even cheap cheap stuff (don't use lead though).
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If the TS is competing in IPSC Production Division, then the Glock 34 is a no go IIRC.

http://www.ipsc.org/rules/rules_faq.php

13. Can we use Glock models 34 and 35 in Production Division?

Glock in their own advertising call them "long slides". They are special sporting handguns with a lighter trigger pull (3.5 lbs) and a longer barrel (135mm) out of the box. Maximum barrel length in Production Division is 127 mm (5").

The Production Division does not include special sporting models like the Glock 34 and 35, or the H&K USP Expert, or the Sig Sauer Sport II series if they differ in barrel length from the standard model (Glock 17, Sig Sauer 226, H&K USP).

"Production" does not necessarily mean that all pistols which are currently in production are legal for use in this division.
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I wish IPSC in Canada would adopt the USPSA's rules for divisions; I think they allow the Glock 34 for Production down there. But then again, that's why I bought a revolver, more flexibility between the two disciplines, plus a "special division" in each for the wheel gunners.
 
jlagman said:
I wish IPSC in Canada would adopt the USPSA's rules for divisions; I think they allow the Glock 34 for Production down there.
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They are allowed in USPSA and if we allowed them I'd be purchasing my first Glock. Love me some G34.
 
4n2t0 said:
They are allowed in USPSA and if we allowed them I'd be purchasing my first Glock. Love me some G34.
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Yeah, that's pretty much why I don't own a Glock yet, but am a self described Kool Aid drinker. While I don't compete yet, I like the idea of a gun that is flexible enough to shoot both IDPA and IPSC, in similar divisions, barring the 1911. I've had my heart set on a G34 since I jumped on the Glock bandwagon but the damned thing isn't legal for Production Division. When I'm not so poor, I'll probably end up owning a bunch of different Glocks so I won't be so torn.

Oh well, more wheel gunning for me.
 
So a bit of rotten luck guys, my retailers sold the last G17 but has the G22 in stock. I understand the .40 has a bit more oomph but is it really that noticable compared to the 9mm? I'm in no hurry to get a pistol, but the Gen 4s are hard to come by in Manitoba, and I'm not interested in the older models which are pretty much all that's left around here. Any suggestions guys?
 
The difference in recoil is noticeable. Don't buy a .40 for IPSC Production Division.

Buy what you want.
 
I've held and examined every available handgun at my local shops, and believe me when I say every handgun. I found the M&Ps frame to be slightly too large for my hands as I'm not a very big guy. I also had the same issue with the SIGs. As for the Shadow, I've not seen one yet, but I did like the 75B I believe it was.
 
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