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Have 17,19,21, and 42. What would be your next and why?
What are you looking to achieve with another Glock that you don't already have? What niche will another Glock fill that isn't served by one you have?
What niche will another Glock fill that isn't served by one you have?
G20. So he knows what a real badass caliber feels like. :cool:
:p
Have 17,19,21, and 42. What would be your next and why?
I think you'll find there's a rather small amount of "collectors" on this forum, especially with respect to something like a Glock.
Generally, I like to have, at the very minimum, two guns of the same platform. One that I've vetted for reliability that stays loaded 100% the time for carry. And another for general training, competition, dry fire practice, etc.
This is something you're going to have to answer for yourself. What are your requirements? With your current inventory, how are you failing to meet these requirements?
If I were in your shoes, I'd stop buying guns, and focus on quality accessories like holsters, sights, magazines, and of course ammunition.
G40.....the only Glock to own. The big 10 is the only Glock I'd bother owning since there are plenty of non ego driven firearms to choose from.
PatrioticDisorder
02-15-15, 12:53
Have 17,19,21, and 42. What would be your next and why?
A 26 and then I'd start buying duplicate copies of what you have, preferably starting with the 19.
I find it wise to have multiples. As in 5 Glock 19's and 1glock 26
G40.....the only Glock to own. The big 10 is the only Glock I'd bother owning since there are plenty of non ego driven firearms to choose from.
Thanks for thee answer.
teutonicpolymer
02-15-15, 15:24
20, 40, 30s, 34, 41
Another 19, Gen4 for consistency. Possibly an LAV 19, for the redundancy reasons as mentioned above as well as the chance to try some thing a little different. Also, a 32 (used, police trade in, if possible), just because I have a USPc chambered for 357sig and a small mound of target ammo for that caliber. The 32 would be a good back up truck/motorcycle gun, not that I plan on shooting through car doors any time soon.
I find it wise to have multiples. As in 5 Glock 19's and 1glock 26
This. I was going to recommend another 19, but 4 more would be better.
20, 40, 30s, 34, 41
Go big or stay at home, right?
Another 19, Gen4 for consistency. Possibly an LAV 19, for the redundancy reasons as mentioned above as well as the chance to try some thing a little different. Also, a 32 (used, police trade in, if possible), just because I have a USPc chambered for 357sig and a small mound of target ammo for that caliber. The 32 would be a good back up truck/motorcycle gun, not that I plan on shooting through car doors any time soon.
Good call on the used 32. The G17 is in fact a LAV. FWIW, I prefer the GOLD BEAD on my 19 and 21 over the tritium.
This. I was going to recommend another 19, but 4 more would be better.
The 19 is a great one to have dups of.
I think you'll find there's a rather small amount of "collectors" on this forum, especially with respect to something like a Glock.
Generally, I like to have, at the very minimum, two guns of the same platform. One that I've vetted for reliability that stays loaded 100% the time for carry. And another for general training, competition, dry fire practice, etc.
This is something you're going to have to answer for yourself. What are your requirements? With your current inventory, how are you failing to meet these requirements?
If I were in your shoes, I'd stop buying guns, and focus on quality accessories like holsters, sights, magazines, and of course ammunition.
HOLSTERS- check (REMORA)
SIGHTS- check (VICKERS)
MAGAZINES- check (FACTORY/4 min)
AMMUNITION- check (UNDERWOOD, PRECISION ONE)
TRAINING- check (Jon Tindel, LAV)
Bolt_Overide
02-15-15, 21:29
Currently I have several glocks, all in 9mm, if I were to get another, it would be either a .45, because I have none in .45, or a backup 26. I dont tend to buy firearms that have no stated purpose.
Well, I have slowly been coming to the conclusion that for most of my perceived applications (self/family defense and copious range time to ensure such needs), the 9mm will be plenty adequate and the 45, 357 mag and 357 sig will be expensive options to feed. But, since I carry 1911 and also have a mound of 45 target ammo, I have kicked around the notion of getting at least two Glocks chambered for 45ACP. Most likely a 30s and whatever the 19 equivalent is.
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I dont tend to buy firearms that have no stated purpose.
Ps- does any firearm acquired not have a stated purpose?
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Well, I have slowly been coming to the conclusion that for most of my perceived applications (self/family defense and copious range time to ensure such needs), the 9mm will be plenty adequate and the 45, 357 mag and 357 sig will be expensive options to feed. But, since I carry 1911 and also have a mound of 45 target ammo, I have kicked around the notion of getting at least two Glocks chambered for 45ACP. Most likely a 30s and whatever the 19 equivalent is.
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Had a 30S and it is the closest to the 19 in .45. The 41 would be my recommendation. It carried just like a COLT 1911A1 I had.
BuzzinSATX
02-16-15, 06:49
I'd agree with either another 19 or a 40. I am really wanting one of those 40's...for no reason really, other than I'm an American and can own one...
brickboy240
02-16-15, 11:41
I might grab a second 3rd gen G19.
Just in case...the old "two is one..." line of thinking.
Also...you never know when Glock might decide to stop making the Gen 3 guns.
Eurodriver
02-16-15, 11:52
I might grab a second 3rd gen G19.
Just in case...the old "two is one..." line of thinking.
Also...you never know when Glock might decide to stop making the Gen 3 guns.
Weak.
Everyone should own 5 Glock 19s.
Weak.
Everyone should own 5 Glock 19s.
I've never understood the point of this.
I've never understood the point of this.
There are competition guns with milled slides for RMRs, light weight triggers and other such things that render the gun unsuitable for carry. For a serious competitor I guess having at least one back up for the race gun makes sense. Adding a carry gun or two into that mix brings the total number of guns for a given platform to at least 3. Or maybe he was being facetious...
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I've never understood the point of this.
I have 4 Gen4 G17's. Plus another frame with an AA .22 conversion kit on it. Carry gun, training gun, back up in case the carry gun goes down/is taken into evidence, plus one more just because.
PatrioticDisorder
02-16-15, 14:49
I've never understood the point of this.
1 training 19, 1 carry 19, 1 suppressed full time 19, 1 back up 19 and 1 extra back up 19. Makes sense to me...
Makes sense to me...
Sorry, I still don't get it. ;)
sevenhelmet
02-16-15, 16:04
Possibly a G19 for my wife. She's become very interested in getting a pistol lately.
Eurodriver
02-16-15, 16:30
Sorry, I still don't get it. ;)
Why not? It makes more sense to me to own 5 of one gun than one of 5 different guns.
Or maybe he was being facetious...
Nope.
34 for competition, minor power factor. 35 for competition, major power factor. 41 for competition, major power factor, steel matches / man versus man matches.
Sorry, I still don't get it. ;)
I look at it this way.
Family.
Multiple g19's in various hand safes throughout the house and in cars means family members that aren't exactly "into" guns only have to know how to use one gun.
For someone that is "into" guns it means I know far ahead of time what kind of gun I'm grabbing in an emergency, how to clear a potential jam, how to reload the fastest, how to rack the slide, safety or no safety, recoil, etc, all absolutely known no matter where I am in an emergency.
For a long time I was a "collector", I had 1 of all sorts of guns, all different mechanics and calibers with zero magazine interchangeability. I then realized what I really wanted the guns for, sold off a bunch and went with multiples of the same.
Works wonderfully for me.
YMMV
Psalms144.1
02-18-15, 10:51
As if you hadn't heard it enough already, get a backup (duplicate) to whichever is your primary defensive choice. Then, once that new pistol proves it's reliable, ONLY use it for carry, and shoot the snot out of the "original" as a trainer.
If you HAVE TO have a DIFFERENT model, I'd look hard at the Gen4 G26, followed by the G30S or Gen4 G30.
sevenhelmet
02-18-15, 11:00
I look at it this way....
SMART. I like this approach.
As if you hadn't heard it enough already, get a backup (duplicate) to whichever is your primary defensive choice. Then, once that new pistol proves it's reliable, ONLY use it for carry, and shoot the snot out of the "original" as a trainer.
If you HAVE TO have a DIFFERENT model, I'd look hard at the Gen4 G26, followed by the G30S or Gen4 G30.
You're advice about duplicates, is ringing loud and clear.
black22rifle
02-20-15, 00:25
You're advice about duplicates, is ringing loud and clear.
Another reason is to use it as back up in the event you shoot someone in self defense and the police take your gun.
Crow Hunter
02-20-15, 11:32
Weak.
Everyone should own 5 Glock 19s.
I agree.:D
I have one that lives by the bed all the time.
I have one that is my primary CCW piece.
I have one that was my wife's CCW piece. (Now she carries a G42 most of the time)
I have one that is my training/testing/beat to hell gun that lives in my range bag.
I have one that just hides in the gun safe.
Technically I have one that lives with my FIL but I don't count it because we technically gave it to him as a Christmas present but it will boomerang back when he passes away. So that means I really "have" 6 Glock 19s. (I win;))
I also still have my 1997 vintage G30 in case I want to shoot .45. I also still have my 1999 vintage G23 with a G32 barrel in case I want to shoot but can't find 9mm. This actually came in handy during the last ammo shortage. I could always find .357 Sig at the local Wal-Mart for some reason and I still had quite a few rounds of .40 that I had left over when I converted over to 9mm as primary.
Oh and a G26 that I sometimes carry. It is in a pocket holster and it lives in the drawer next to my keys. Sometimes I just stick it in a pocket when I am going to just step out for a few minutes.
I'm a Glock whore.:laugh:
A G34 with a 33rd mag, micro red dot, weaponlight and a suppressor is basically a PDW, and a whole lot of fun.
Truth is, Glocks get lonely without other Glocks around.
Friends don't let friends have lonely Glocks.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7422/12142222695_e7062b7070_c.jpg
Eurodriver
02-20-15, 20:06
Truth is, Glocks get lonely without other Glocks around.
Friends don't let friends have lonely Glocks.
Agreed.
http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w521/6234987u02/IMG_1677_zpscd0c8ade.jpg
Failure2Stop
02-20-15, 20:45
Agreed.
http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w521/6234987u02/IMG_1677_zpscd0c8ade.jpg
Needs more longslide...
Have 17,19,21, and 42. What would be your next and why?
Go for a 22 or 23 as a caliber replacement/standby for your 9mm platforms. Just in case you/we run into anymore weird panics. I.E.- Everyone and their dogs switch to 9mm and fear TEOTWAWKI or switch back to .40. Maybe after that purchase, go for a 20 or 40 to round out some caliber choices.
21,34,17,17,22,22,22,19,19,19,26
I want a Gen1 17 and another Gen3 or 4 17 and a 23 just to put the mags that I have for it to use. Every time I need cash and sell a gun it's the 23 that gets sacrificed.
Eurodriver
02-21-15, 07:13
Needs more longslide...
No doubt I will have a G34 with an H1, 33rd Mag and suppressor whenever the ALG 6 Sec mount comes on the market.
Eurodriver
02-21-15, 07:13
Edit.
After oscillating: 17 vs another 19, doing a LAV 19. Thanks to those that steered me back to the defensive mindset.
After oscillating: 17 vs another 19, doing a LAV 19. Thanks to those that steered me back to the defensive mindset.
You made a wise choice. Congrats.
Glock 17,19,21, and 42, nice collection you have there. If I those were in my gun cabinet and I wanted to upgrade I would buy a Glock 21 10mm conversion barrel for the 21. A 10mm conversion barrel would be a logical choice for the 21, resolving my 10mm addition. Then I would buy a 40 S&W. Reason being, during periods during the last 6 years ammo has been hard to find in my area, but 40 S&W could still be found. Especially for 18 months after Obama's re-election. Since there is not a 40 S&W in the collection, I would pick the 27 as there is already 2 full size guns (17 & 21) and a compact (19). I think at least a Mod 27 or 26 should be in any Glock collection, unless of course short grips just sucks for you. This set up would give me 5 calibers, should be able to find ammo for one of them.
brickboy240
02-27-15, 12:21
The 30S looks interesting. A 12 shot 45 that is the size of a slightly chubby G19.
How about adding one of the cheap police trade G22s? They can be had for about 300 bucks and were carried a lot and shot little.
cctroupe11
03-01-15, 13:25
My next will be the single stack 9mm, if they ever decide to actually make it. I really want a pocket sized pistol, but I want to stay Glock instead of going for something like an LC9 or Diamondback.
Truth is, Glocks get lonely without other Glocks around.
Friends don't let friends have lonely Glocks.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7422/12142222695_e7062b7070_c.jpg
It's almost as if they multiply on their own...lonely Glocks don't let themselves stay lonely for long.
Multiples of the same pistol makes sense to me. For example, in the case of the Glock 19, the man with three has one to carry, one to shoot, and one in reserve. With police trade-ins, he can store away a couple more. Having pistols using the same mags, parts and accessories is another reason. In the scheme of things, Glocks are cheap to buy and maintain when compared to other pistols, but these costs will increase. If your immediate family has or will have other shooters, having multiples is a good idea.
Have 17,19,21, and 42. What would be your next and why?
for me, i'd sell the 17,21 and 42. buy another 19 and couple 26es
for me, i'd sell the 17,21 and 42. buy another 19 and couple 26es
EXACTLY this.
After oscillating: 17 vs another 19, doing a LAV 19. Thanks to those that steered me back to the defensive mindset.
Nice pick. Would like to get one as well.
Heavy Metal
03-04-15, 22:17
Glock 20 10MM
Multiples of the exact same gun is never a bad idea. Ever.
Especially if you carry your own for duty use or CCW. If the unfortunate happens and you are involved in a shooting; they will take your gun. Anywhere from a few months to a few years depending. If you have any emotional or sentimental attachment; don't carry it.
That said I have two pair of two different models just for that.
Just two cents.
Almost ready to pull the trigger and buy a 42. Looking to go back to ankle carry for my bug
Go for a 22 or 23 as a caliber replacement/standby for your 9mm platforms. Just in case you/we run into anymore weird panics. I.E.- Everyone and their dogs switch to 9mm and fear TEOTWAWKI or switch back to .40. Maybe after that purchase, go for a 20 or 40 to round out some caliber choices.
I keep a 23 around for exactly this reason...I can almost always find 40 even when 9mm is scarce.
I do need to get another 19, though.
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