I hate my Glock

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Steel355

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Here's why...

I picked up a Glock 22 RTF Gen 3 about a little over a month ago. I've fired approx 500 round through it in that time. And I have that worst grouping with this gun... At 7 meters I have at best 7" to 8" grouping with it, With my CZ SP-01 Shadow I'm in the 2" to max 3" range. I even have tighter grouping with my Norinco 45 then with the Glock.
I've tried changing the way I grip it, different ammo and the results always seem to be about the same. Up, down, left, right...

So I'm thinking it's the trigger pull or the ergo's of the gun just doesn't fit my hand ???

I don't have small hands (mechanic gloves I wear a large and they fit snug)

So I'm open for suggestions because if things don't improve, it's off the my local gun store as a trade in...
 
Steel355 said:
Here's why...

I picked up a Glock 22 RTF Gen 3 about a little over a month ago. I've fired approx 500 round through it in that time. And I have that worst grouping with this gun... At 7 meters I have at best7" to 8" grouping with it, With my CZ SP-01 Shadow I'm in the 2" to max 3" range. I even have tighter grouping with my Norinco 45 then with the Glock.
I've tried changing the way I grip it,
different ammo and the results always seem to be about the same. Up, down, left, right...

So I'm thinking it's the trigger pull or the ergo's of the gun just doesn't fit my hand ???

I don't have small hands (mechanic gloves I wear a large and they fit snug)

So I'm open for suggestions because if things don't improve, it's off the my local gun store as a trade in...
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I feel your pain, with my CZ Shadow I can group very well, with the Glock I suck. I would go as far as to say I dislike my Glock (although can't bring myself to sell it). And yes I know its me and not the gun!!
 
You can try a 3.5# disconnect. I got small hands and with my 34 I could get 3" groups and blow out the black of targets at 10m. Glock 22, I attempt 185 Yards 8" gong and come inches of it. I found Glocks the easiest to grip.

But if the gun doesnt fit your hand it will never shoot right.
 
The grip angle on a Glock is different than other guns (think of 1911's, S&W, etc...). In my experience, it takes a while to get used to it. I found that making the top of my shooting hand's thumb in line with my forearm helps (in other words, your main shooting hand should be torqued down.........hold your arm out with your palm facing to your left and then without moving it, point ONLY your index finger down to the floor. That's the angle of your wrist I'm talking about). Whereas "traditional" grip angles is more like pretending your grabbing hold of a mug's handle).

YMMV, but that's what works for me.
 
Lots of dryfiring paying attention the the sight picture and something to improve the crappy grip of the grip.

Rubber overmold, grip tape, stippling. Maybe try some thin nitrile work gloves and see if that helps before investing in grip tape.

Your not the only one to find Glocks harder to shoot then most other pistols.

Dry firing is cheap and if you can't dry fire with out wiggling the sights live fire is a waste of money.
 
Steel355 said:
Here's why...

I picked up a Glock 22 RTF Gen 3 about a little over a month ago. I've fired approx 500 round through it in that time. And I have that worst grouping with this gun... At 7 meters I have at best 7" to 8" grouping with it, With my CZ SP-01 Shadow I'm in the 2" to max 3" range. I even have tighter grouping with my Norinco 45 then with the Glock.
I've tried changing the way I grip it, different ammo and the results always seem to be about the same. Up, down, left, right...

So I'm thinking it's the trigger pull or the ergo's of the gun just doesn't fit my hand ???

I don't have small hands (mechanic gloves I wear a large and they fit snug)

So I'm open for suggestions because if things don't improve, it's off the my local gun store as a trade in...
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Probably because of the composite plastic gun's weight compared to the all steel guns. I'd give it some time.

Edit: I actually had this problem in reverse. I got a Glock 17 and a Shadowline at the same time. I shot the Glock way better to begin with. Now, I shoot the CZ better.
 
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Its entirely you that sucks. Learn to shoot, get some quality professional training and practice.

The vast majority of glock haters I've ever seen have no clue what trigger control is nor do they understand the fundamentals. The glock trigger or any da trigger for that matter do not cover up bad form like the sa trigger on say a 1911.
This bs about grip angle and texture, weight, shape, what month it was made etc etc is just bs excuses from people who have no idea what they're doing.

Tdc
 
TDC said:
Its entirely you that sucks. Learn to shoot, get some quality professional training and practice.

The vast majority of glock haters I've ever seen have no clue what trigger control is nor do they understand the fundamentals. The glock trigger or any da trigger for that matter do not cover up bad form like the sa trigger on say a 1911.
This bs about grip angle and texture, weight, shape, what month it was made etc etc is just bs excuses from people who have no idea what they're doing.

Tdc
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Hmm... kinda rude, huh?
 
Steel355 said:
Can-down,
It's an RTF model so it's not slipping, if anything it rubs my hands raw after 2 boxes.
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Right on then it's just trigger control.
I know for me ( Despite what TDC says about my hands and the grip of my glocks) the grips texture and perhaps the shape of the grip as well don't suit me. I need help to increase the grip of the gun in my hand.... Someone else like TDC might not have my problem but judging by the huge aftermarket for grip accessories on glock I'd say I'm not as alone as TDC would believe.
 
6MT said:
Hmm... kinda rude, huh?
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TDC is just tired of people that can't shoot Glocks.

TDC, did you suck at first with a Glock or were you one of the "natural" glock shooters?
Or perhaps you were allready an accomplished shooter when you got into Glocks?
Not judging just curious as to why you get so bent out of shape over this age old topic?

I'd guess that a "natural" (someone with average shooting ability that shoots a glock better then other guns right away) glock shooter might not get it that other people have issues.
 
WOW !!!
Someone's got wood for Glock's....

TDC,
I posted this asking for help trying to figure out what I am doing wrong and you jump up in my face about professional training and practice and not knowing what I am doing. Did you not see I've had my Glock for a month and have fired 500 rounds through it (Maybe 600).
Next time you reply to a post about someone having a problem with an all might Glock, stop, and put yourself in a position of a first time Glock owner.
 
I would say this is an issue with weight.The CZ and Nork 1911 are obviously heavier and subject to less recoil..Which is why I prefer a steel pistol..
 
Ok, now on a more serious note. Get yourself one of these:

http://www.rockyourglock.com/custom/AGR-1BG1.htm

Remember the basics - more grip force in the support hand than in your right hand (assuming that you are right handed), trigger pull must be constant, don't go into stages and let yourself be surprised about the discharge, don't predict the moment. Don't grip it too hard and lift the sights to your eye level - don't play tactical camel tucking your head between your shoulders. Replace the factory sights with a decent set - the best would be something with one dot up front and nothing in the rear. Focus on the front sight and let the target to be little blurry. Don't look for the holes in the target and remember about the trigger reset. Don't change anything on the pistol except for the sights now. Good luck.
 
Nestor said:
Ok, now on a more serious note. Get yourself one of these:

http://www.rockyourglock.com/custom/AGR-1BG1.htm

Remember the basics - more grip force in the support hand than in your right hand (assuming that you are right handed), trigger pull must be constant, don't go into stages and let yourself be surprised about the discharge, don't predict the moment. Don't grip it too hard and lift the sights to your eye level - don't play tactical camel tucking your head between your shoulders. Replace the factory sights with a decent set - the best would be something with one dot up front and nothing in the rear. Focus on the front sight and let the target to be little blurry. Don't look for the holes in the target and remember about the trigger reset. Don't change anything on the pistol except for the sights now. Good luck.
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Dont think he will need that he has the RTF model not lacking in grip in any way .
 
.40s&w is a "snappy" round. I have a hard time getting decent groups under 6" with my M&p, and the ergo's are miles better than a Block ;). But my SR45 is a tack driver go figure. Any of my steel frame pistols I have no problem 2-3 " groups. At 50 yards my M&P can plink a steel plate 8"×8" no problem. I don't think I will own another .40 cal unless it's a Beretta 96.
 
Every striker fired handgun will be harder to shoot accurately for most people than a SA/ DA hammer fired pistol . once you get used to glocks they shoot great , i had trouble for awhile till i watched some YT instructional videos on proper grip and trigger pull . Things that helped me the most was making sure only my finger moves not my hand or wrist when i pull the trigger , and pull the trigger straight back dont have more pressure on one side of the trigger face than the other , and make sure your finger tip is flat contacting the trigger face. dont use the inside of your first finger joint to contact the trigger face because this is not a flat even part of your finger.
 
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