Glock Perfection Perfected

karbon said:
I need to try this on my G19.
Click to expand...


I lined up the 23 and the 27 by running clothes hanger wire thru the the holes in the side of the frame. Then I traced the 27 onto the 23. Then I took off 90% with a rough cut then I used a Dremel tool, files and an razor knife to trim it up.

To have it done "professionally" would have cost a couple hundred dollars by the time you pay shipping both ways and for the work. My work isn't as pretty but the price is right.

Good luck.
 
Looking at Wikipedia, I see that most standard police units in Europe don't use Glock, but some of the special units in Europe do. I wonder why? Many European police units use HK and Walther. (I like my Walther, a Glock feels clumsy.) In the USA, the contract goes to the lowest bidder meeting the criteria of the department. I don't like the sound of that. In any case, I would prefer USA departments to use domestically made weapons, and I think many would qualify.
 
Wikipedia isn't always the best source. While cost is certainly a factor I don't expect to ever see any organization with Hipoints in their holsters. One of the most elite units there is, the U.S.Army Rangers offer their Soldiers a choice when it comes to handguns, the standard Beretta M9 and the Glock 23. Utter reliability has a lot going for it. I'm blessed to have my choice of handgun and I choose Glock. If you were ever in Smyrna, GA at shift change you might even consider Glock a domestic firearm. I've been to the plant several times. Their customer service is second to none. Night sights installed while you wait for $57. While they have your pistol they go over it and replace springs etc. You leave with basically a new weapon. They even added a couple of +2 base plates for free on my last visit.
 
The .40 is an optional caliber for the Rangers. With the amount of CQB, Close Quarters Battle, those guys are doing it isn't surprising that they are getting something with a little more stopping power than 9mm ball.
 
f9e14af1.jpg

Glock 17 with G34 barrel. What's the point of this? There really isn't one, except that you maybe pick up 50 fps in velocity. And its sorta fun.

fc3d9280.jpg

Same thing with G26 and G19 barrel. In each case, its just a drop-in installation.
 
rnpollard said:
To have it done "professionally" would have cost a couple hundred dollars by the time you pay shipping both ways and for the work. My work isn't as pretty but the price is right.

Good luck.
Click to expand...
For the record, Cold Bore Customs will do a grip chop for $70 with $10 flat rate return shipping. So $80 + your cost to ship the frame.

My gen 3 G19 with KKm barrel and TLR-1s


Gen 3 G22 San Antonio PD turn in. Lone Wolf 9mm conversion barrel, night sights, smooth face trigger
 
I've always been an Hk guy primarily and consider the P7 to be the ne plus ultra in a relatively compact carry piece. And if I were in the market today for a G19 sized combat pistol, you might have a hard time steering me away from the Walther PPQ. I've owned a P99 in .40S&W for many years and it is a fantastic weapon.

But with all that said, I happily turned to Glock when I could no longer resist the urge to own a 10mm pistol. I was looking for something that would suffice for bear duty in the lower 48 and pack a little lighter than the Freedom Arms. Mark Housel did the RMR melt, and I highly recommend him. Working with him was a pleasure in every regard and his craftsmanship is flawless. He also installed the suppressor height Trijicon night sights that co-witness. A Bar-Sto barrel later rounded out the package because what's the point of having a 10mm if you can't shoot Buffalo Bore cast bullets. ;)

9432692548_f18328bf99.jpg
 
Last edited:
Bronco said:
I've always been an Hk guy primarily and consider the P7 to be the ne plus ultra in a relatively compact carry piece. And if I were in the market today for a G19 sized combat pistol, you might have a hard time steering me away from the Walther PPQ. I've owned a P99 in .40S&W for many years and it is a fantastic weapon.

But with all that said, I happily turned to Glock when I could no longer resist the urge to own a 10mm pistol. I was looking for something that would suffice for bear duty in the lower 48 and pack a little lighter than the Freedom Arms. Mark Housel did the RMR melt, and I highly recommend him. Working with him was a pleasure in every regard and his craftsmanship is flawless. He also installed the suppressor height Trijicon night sights that co-witness. A Bar-Sto barrel later rounded out the package because what's the point of having a 10mm if you can't shoot Buffalo Bore cast bullets. ;)

9432692548_f18328bf99.jpg
Click to expand...

That, except threaded for suppression is next on my horizon. Nice pistol!:thumbup:
 
rnpollard said:
The .40 is an optional caliber for the Rangers. With the amount of CQB, Close Quarters Battle, those guys are doing it isn't surprising that they are getting something with a little more stopping power than 9mm ball.
Click to expand...
The .40 is gonna suck to try to stock beyond an operational load which I know is why they have the Glock 19. When did that change?
 
Last edited:
I chopped one of my 17s to take 19 mags. Great mod for concealability; since I had more 19 mags than 17s....

My preferred method of carry is appendix IWB.

I've beveled the well since.

33a623444a8a1eee4c9079a191315737_zps626b9449.jpg

I'm a fan of the platform, any platform for that matter once reliability has been established for ~2000 rounds without a mechanical malfunction.
 
leghog said:
The .40 is gonna suck to try to stock beyond an operational load which I know is why they have the Glock 19. When did that change?
Click to expand...

he is currently in Afghanistan, he told me about several battalion level purchases. P-mags, HK magazines and the G23 come to mind. Afghanistan is a tough place to serve, I'm all for anything that gets them home in one piece.
 
I've owned GLOCKS, but I have rid myself of them . . .

The rate for accidental discharge is high. Snags on holsters, seat belt buckles, etc., heck just handling period. GLOCK is the reason for everyone today holding there handgun with their finger outside the trigger guard. It has no safety. Yes I know it is referred to as the safest handgun in the world, but they are all safe if you keep your finger off the trigger. I know they are VERY dependable & that is why they make an excellent choice for a soldier.

I don't carry a gun for a living, I don't fondle my guns all day. I carry & keep one near when at home. So I like a safety of some sort.

My 2 cents . . .

P.S. GLOCK is a ball buster on bids, they will always come in at the bottom . . .
 
sdemars----- wrote.

I've owned GLOCKS, but I have rid myself of them . . .

The rate for accidental discharge is high. Snags on holsters, seat belt buckles, etc., heck just handling period. GLOCK is the reason for everyone today holding there handgun with their finger outside the trigger guard. It has no safety. Yes I know it is referred to as the safest handgun in the world, but they are all safe if you keep your finger off the trigger. I know they are VERY dependable & that is why they make an excellent choice for a soldier.

I don't carry a gun for a living, I don't fondle my guns all day. I carry & keep one near when at home. So I like a safety of some sort.

My 2 cents . . .

P.S. GLOCK is a ball buster on bids, they will always come in at the bottom . . .
Click to expand...

That is (bold and underlined) one of the most untrue statements I've ever read. You have to be joking, there is no way you believe that, and I hope nobody that read that believes it either.

for the sake of the thread, I do carry glocks, I like them, I've also broke one before, and had malfunctions with more than one. You shoot enough they all malfunction, even revolvers.:eek:

enjoy
 
Last edited:
sodak said:
You've obviously never served in the military...
Click to expand...

Nope never did . . . I do realize that is the procedure in the military as to finger placement & think it an excellent idea. Makes sense in a platoon where you have many men together. Regardless I have no desire to own a weapon that the safety consist of NOT PULLING THE TRIGGER . . . For a soldier or a cop I think it is a fine weapon, to the average guy who does not live with a handgun I think it is a poor choice for the typical "home defense" weapon. Please safe me the "Well when I was in the military BS" . . . Has nothing to do with the way "joe blow" handles a handgun. I spent over ten years of my life selling guns and running an indoor range & I have seen dozens of accidental discharges by idiots & yes some who should have known better.

As to you Mr. Bold Type
 My comment comes from hearing that drone from a PD Firearms Trainer I have known for over 40 years . . . And yes it is pushed very hard now days for safety, but the GLOCK was the catalyst for the push outside the military. And yes I do believe that. Did you know the GLOCK is sold in Europe WITH A SAFETY and several companies here in the states offer an after-market safety?
 
Last edited:
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top