Glock 22 Kaboom question

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Looking to get a G22 but just wondering if or when, Glock addressed the G22 kaboom problem. If Glock fixed this, what Generation or Versions are kaboom-safe?

I've read that the problem was caused by shooting weak-cased reloads and the unsupported chamber allowed weak cases to rupture.

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plinker 777 said:
???? Guns only Kaboom when somebody F's up their reloads. Shoot factory or don't F up your reloads and your good to go!!!
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This ^^^

SlimTim said:
Don't shoot lead projectiles and dont try to load your .40 to be like 10mm and you'll be gtg
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Not this ^^^. I know several who shoot lead reloads through factory Glock barrels without issue. They lead quickly and require some intelligence and diligence to keep clean and safe. It will void warranty, but so do any reloads.

TDC
 
Glock had different chamber support in generations 2, 3 and 4. 3 & 4 have more for sure.

Stick with plated/FMJ and don't overload the ammo and you should be fine.
 
IM_Lugger said:
Glock had different chamber support in generations 2, 3 and 4. 3 & 4 have more for sure.

Stick with plated/FMJ and don't overload the ammo and you should be fine.
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The BS about "unsupported chambers" is over stated. The majority of KB's in any gun is due to bad reloads or running wrong calibre ammo.

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The difference is hardly noticeable, and Glock isn't/wasn't the most "unsupported".

TDC
 
I'm a Glock fan myself and have 2 .40 glocks (gen4) but G22 (probably gen2) in that pic looks the worst. But yes any gun can blow up under the 'right' circumstances.
 
My concern with G22's is their tendency to shear rails. I'm no engineer but I would say its due to the same stock 17lbs recoil spring being used in their .40, .45, and 10mm guns. I think thats wrong and the cause of excessive slide to frame contact. I run 20lbs springs in my G17's with zero issues and they definitely don't experience hard slide to frame contact.

TDC
 
TDC said:
This ^^^



Not this ^^^. I know several who shoot lead reloads through factory Glock barrels without issue. They lead quickly and require some intelligence and diligence to keep clean and safe. It will void warranty, but so do any reloads.

TDC
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James Yeager doesnt like any high pressure loads like .40 or 10mm for some reason. Not sure why.
 
Kveldulf said:
Actually, the .40 case is much stronger than the 10 mm.

I have a picture of a blueprint that illustrates the differences but I refuse to go through CGN's rigamarole for posting pics. :bangHead:
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I am shooting 40S&W cases in my Glock 20 (10mm gun ) there is no issue even I up load to 10mm power factor , but must have the same space for the gun powder to expand ( put projectile outward from the case a little bid ).
 
you can get a kaboom in any gun.... if you reload, when your gun goes poof instead of bang, dont tap and rack, check your barrell lol
 
GunGuy34 said:
James Yeager doesnt like any high pressure loads like .40 or 10mm for some reason. Not sure why.
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I believe his reasons are similar to that of many. Higher costs, reduced capacity, increased size(grip and overall, although slim frame models address this for the most part), increased recoil, increased ware and tare, and slower follow up shots. I cant disagree with any of those points really. I prefer 9mm mostly because its cheaper than the others to run, its available everywhere, and it will still do business if need be. Not to mention most guns chambered in 9mm are usually the most popular models for said brand which makes parts and accessories plentiful.

TDC
 
I had a western munitions 180 g case rupture inside the chamber of my G22. The gun fired, however afterwards I found the case with several splits. It worried me slightly so I weighed the rest of my ammunition and ended up picking 4 bullets out that had very inconsistent weight. That being said, the chamber, barrel, and the rest of the gun sustained no damage during the event. Shoot factory ammo, and if you want to buy reloads get an aftermarket barrel. My gen 4 has been extremely reliable for me and I absolutely love it.
 
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