Should I have any concerns about a 3rd gen Glock?

[ffolkes]

There are some great deals at Nordic Marksman and SFRC on 40 and 45 3rd gen Glock pistols presently. Of course I know the 4th gen has been out for a while and the FBI's M model is coming soon which is basically the 5th generation. Would anyone have any issues with the 3rd gen model 21 or 22 that is still new in box for range use?

 

[hend238]

I have a Gen 3 model 21C. No issues what so ever. I used it for my Black Badge course and first qualifier and it was perfectly suitable.

 

[Nic3500]

No issue with a 3rd gen. I have a 3rd gen 17. I works ok, never a problem with it.

 

[winchesterjones]

I have both generations and to be honest I prefer the gen 3.

 

[Import]

Gen 3 for me too....so far so good...

 

[ted_dent]

As long as it fits your hand (not as adaptable as Gen IV) you should jump on it. Those are great deals on Gen 3 Glocks.

 

[bsand]

they do still sell both gen's in the states still. Nothing wrong with gen3, heck I love my gen 2.5 glock 26.

 

[Ganderite]

I prefer my 3's.

 

[mt666tm]

Ive only got 3rd gens. when i buy another, itll be a gen 3

 

[Protege]

There are some great deals at Nordic Marksman and SFRC on 40 and 45 3rd gen Glock pistols presently. Of course I know the 4th gen has been out for a while and the FBI's M model is coming soon which is basically the 5th generation. Would anyone have any issues with the 3rd gen model 21 or 22 that is still new in box for range use?

No. Even today companies such as lonewolf, rockyourglock, glockstore, brownells, etc are still selling gen 1-3 parts. It's not going away anytime soon. The advantage of the gen4 are the backstrap system and the much easier mag release. I personally don't feel a difference with the new recoil spring.

 

[9mmGunGuy]

Don't reload if you're using a Glock, especially the earlier gens.

 

[plinker 777]

There are some great deals at Nordic Marksman and SFRC on 40 and 45 3rd gen Glock pistols presently. Of course I know the 4th gen has been out for a while and the FBI's M model is coming soon which is basically the 5th generation. Would anyone have any issues with the 3rd gen model 21 or 22 that is still new in box for range use?

Nope...the gen 3 G21 is actually preferable for it's grip angle (fits most better than the gen 4). The only thing I miss are the larger mag release and texture of the gen 4 which is superior in my mind. Great gun...go forth with confidence young man!

 

[BernDawg]

Gen 3's are tough as nails like all Glocks. I have a gen 3 Model 17 and my Gen 3 Model 22 is in the mail (from Nordic ;-) )

 

[Still alive]

It's a Glock. They're all good or else Glock will make it so.
I've had a Gen 2 G19 for close to 30 years and a buddy has a Gen2 17. Fantastic shooters. My Gen 3 G22 works great also.

 

[Phat Eagle]

Only concern is how many thousands of rounds you want to put thru it a year. It's a Glock... Shoot away and fear not!

 

[plinker 777]

...Just bought a gen 3 G22 from IRG. 3rd Glock, 2nd gen 3.

 

[Z06corvette]

The wife's Glock 22 has thousands of reloads through it, IPSC major load, no problem. Just inspect or change the locking block pins every few thousand rounds. I use an EGW undersized die to size further down the case, that way any bulge from the unsupported chamber is eliminated.

 

[CanadianMarksman]

Don't reload if you're using a Glock, especially the earlier gens.

I have reloaded for a gen 4 for two years.... why do you say this?

 

[9mmGunGuy]

I have reloaded for a gen 4 for two years.... why do you say this?

Something about the chambers not being fully supported.
I believe they've mostly fixed this in gen 4s but as I said earlier gens had more of a problem.
This only occurs infrequently with heavier charges.
See this thread.

 

[Foxer2373]

And one else come to this thread because the preview said... should I be concerned about a 3rd....... lol or was that just me?