Glock 17 or Glock 34

[Fireman1291]

I've owned both and kept the G34. Ill never sell it. Nuff said.

[abad40]

I Perfer the 34 to 17 but there's not much difference to either when it comes down to it. Just get both

[Corse]

In terms of pure shootability, as measured on times and accuracy on known drills, my Gen 4, Glock 34 is the single most shootable pistol I own. Interestingly, in terms of practical accuracy, I notice no difference between it and my P30/HK45 pistols, which speaks to the accuracy of the Gen 4 34.

So the 34 is as accurate as the p30? Any issues with the gen 4.

[GJM]

I am up to between 4,000 and 5,000 rounds, with just two stoppages -- both from Aguila 124 ball, which while accurate is light on the power side, and causes intermittent problems with my P30 and other Glock pistols.

By chance, to test POI shift between different loads, I quickly shot 20 rounds total thru my G34 today, sitting in the snow, 11 degrees F, with light snow falling, testing five rounds each of 147 AE ball, Aguila 124 ball, HST 124+P and HST 147. The aiming point is 3x5, and this is all 20 shots, with the one in the upper left of the photo, the one flyer:

[Corse]

I was unimpressed with a 17 I owned (gen3). Besides malfunctions, it was not nearly as accurate as my p30l. That looks pretty good for 20rds of assorted ammo. Maybe there is hope with a g34.

[GJM]

I also shot a G4 17/RMR today, and was getting 2.5 inch 25 yards 10 shot groups with Aguila 124 ball and Fed AE 147 ball.

[Devildawg2531]

I looked closely at the G17 and G34 and read a ton in various reviews, G34 is more accurate at longer ranges (15+ yards) but overall very close. I'm buying mine as a dedicated competition gun so I decided on the G34.

Anyone know of a great price on a new G34 Gen 3? I've found it for $545 plus shipping new - thanks.

[jamaicanj]

I'd get the 34

[okie john]

Shoot them all before you decide. The differences between them on paper don't show up the way you'd expect in the real world. For example, lots of folks shoot a G26 as well as a G17, but find that a G19 conceals about as well as a G26. Lots of shades of gray...


Okie John

[samuse]

I like the 17 better than 34 but I honestly can't tell you why. I think it's because the hole in the slide looks ugly to me.

I've shot both in competition and I really don't notice a difference on typical IDPA/USPSA type shots. All of my dropped points are my fault.

I also shoot a 19 in competition occasionally and it holds it's own too. If I'm having a good day, it translates to good shooting no matter the gun.

Get whichever one you like best for whatever reason.