Which Glock should I pick ??

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Hi, so I am looking for my first pistol, and after a few trials with different pistols, I have decided I will go with Glock.

Now the question is "which one?" there are a lot different models, Glock 17 Gen3, Gen4, Glock 19, Glock 21 Gen 3/4, and G
22 G3/4.... and etc. what are the differences? which one should I pick :confused:



Please help. :) :)
 
You might get better responses by submitting this in the Pistols & Revolvers thread. That being said, have a look at Glock's site and you can see all the available models. Some models you can buy aftermarket conversion barrels. Take for instance, you can get a 9mm conversion barrel for a 40SW Glock 22. Gen4 have an ambi mag release that appeals to lefty shooters as well as interchangeable backstraps to customize the grip to the size of your hand.
 
There are a lot of variables here. Have you held a gen 3 vs gen 4 glock? The major difference between these generations is 4 has a larger ambidextrous mag release and back straps for larger grips. If your not left handed or have large hands you could save a few bucks going gen 3. Next is calibre, which do you prefer 9mm, 40s&w, 10mm, .45acp/gap, .357sig. Then we have full size, compact, subcompact or long slide. Or you can make it easy and get one of each :)
 
9mm or .45.

.40 is a compromise. If you can't kill it with 9mm or .45 you need a rifle.


I know this is target shooting but still, why buy and .40 for poking holes in paper.
 
If it is your first pistol, you should buy a .22LR. Any of the common models are great. Ruger MK2or3, Browning Buckmark, Colt, Sig, Baretta, GSG, whatever, any 22 will do.

If you really want a Glock as your first, G34 is your best bet. Lowest cost ammo, lowest recoil, longest sight radius.
 
Well, what caliber do you want to shoot.
I don't like 40. I don't see the point. That's just me. Shoot 9mm or 45 imo. Want a revolver, then shoot 357. That's like all those rifle calibers. 7mm, 300 wsm, wtf. They all cost more than 300 win mag. What's wrong with 300 win mag. centerfire rifle, to me, is 223, 308, 300 win mag, 338 lapua and 50 bmg. The rest is not needed. 22 lr for practice ( I don't even shoot that much .22 anyway, but I have 2 pistols and a rifle). 17 hmr is nice for small game hunting because you can't hunt small game with centerfire.
Do you want a full size glock or a smaller glock with an aftermarket barrel? (will cost more, and barrel will be longer than slide). They still look nice imo.
Personally I wanted a 9mm full size glock so I got a glock 17, and I wanted a 1911 45. The 1911 only shot 50 rounds and is sleeping in my safe. But it looks good and it's a collection piece. Well, it costs more to shoot 45 and I don't reload it so I don't really feel like paying 30$ to shoot another 50 rounds.
Could get a 45 glock, but 45 is more expensive to shoot. I want to target shoot for cheap, and 9mm is the best value.
My suggestion is, if it's your first pistol, start with a glock 17 full size 9mm, then see.
Unless money is no issue to you, you will end up shooting the caliber that costs the least most of the time.
I don't regret my glock 17. Good, reliable, fool proof, shoots better than I do. I shoot it most of the time. I also like my beretta 92fs 9mm because it looks so good.

In the usa with CCW, it's another story. I would probably carry a small .45 glock. But here, your pistol will only be used at the range to target. 9mm is cheaper.
 
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9mm and .40 SW are more preferred. and I want a full size Glock. So it pretty much sums up to be......the Glock 17 :D and yes, cheaper ammo, another bonus mark.

Thank you guys~ will go for it :D
 
i got a glock 17 gen 4 as my first. i like it for the most part, really cant go wrong here. You can also buy .22lr conversion kits for relatively cheap to train using the same glock platform (grip, trigger prep, sights, etc...).
 
Then get a glock 17. Best choice to start. You will get all those other fancy pistols eventually anyway. You need to start somewhere. And that somewhere is a glock 17 ;)
 
I Run Guns has a good deal on LEO surplus Glock 22s in .40. Some people don't like the snappier recoil impulse of the .40 in a Glock. I'm familiar with a G17, and have shot mine a fair bit and am not worried about the recoil impulse from the .40 I have on the way since Glocks have a low bore axis compared to something like a SIG.
 
By buying model 22, You are buying the most versatile Glock out there.
With the conversion barrel (40-9) and 9mm magazines You may blast 9mm for cheaper fun.
When there is ammo supply shortage, the only, readily available handgun ammo is usually .40...and all You have to do is switch the barrel to the original one.
No ammo shortage for You.
On top of that, You may supply yourself with another aftermarket barrel in 357 SIG.
Not that it's a popular caliber, but still You have third option to go here.
Not to mention 22 lr kit.
I like to have options and if the same applies to You - go with Glock 22.
If You'll buy 17 You are stuck with 9mm. Don't get me wrong - model 17 is one GREAT pistol.
However it will give You less options to go with.
 
Anyone else feel that is a very lazy OP post? A quick google search or visit to the glock site would tell him that the difference between a 17, 22, and 21 is caliber. Other numbered variants are more compact or longer versions of those base models (with a few exemptions)
 
luke s said:
Anyone else feel that is a very lazy OP post? A quick google search or visit to the glock site would tell him that the difference between a 17, 22, and 21 is caliber. Other numbered variants are more compact or longer versions of those base models (with a few exemptions)
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You have obviously not read any posts by the OP. this is totally par for the course for him.
 
Nestor said:
By buying model 22, You are buying the most versatile Glock out there.
With the conversion barrel (40-9) and 9mm magazines You may blast 9mm for cheaper fun.
When there is ammo supply shortage, the only, readily available handgun ammo is usually .40...and all You have to do is switch the barrel to the original one.
No ammo shortage for You.
On top of that, You may supply yourself with another aftermarket barrel in 357 SIG.
Not that it's a popular caliber, but still You have third option to go here.
Not to mention 22 lr kit.
I like to have options and if the same applies to You - go with Glock 22.o
If You'll buy 17 You are stuck with 9mm. Don't get me wrong - model 17 is one GREAT pistol.
However it will give You less options to go with.
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:agree:
 
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